HELPFUL WEBSITES
The information and resources below are provided to help answer common questions about motor vehicle title, registration and tag services in Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Whether you need additional MVA information, forms, office locations or answers to frequently asked questions, these resources may help simplify the process before visiting our office or the MVA.
If you can’t find the answers you’re looking forgive us a call at 301-846-0900 or stop by our location at 430 E Patrck Street.
Helpful Links
FIND INSPECTION STATION
The direct link to the Maryland state police safety enforcement webpage provides the option to find an approved safety inspection station and/or check to confirm the results of the safety inspection [below].
MVA FLAGGING PROGRAM: JURISDICTIONS AND LOCATIONS
A complete list of the agencies, their addresses, email address, websites and their phone numbers that are approved to place a violation/flag on your record is provided below. This includes parking tickets, red light and speed camera tickets as well as electronic toll and school bus violations.
BUYING AND SELLING A VEHICLE IN MARYLAND
When you transfer the ownership of a motor vehicle and/or trailer in Maryland, it is important to follow the right steps for both the buyer and the seller. Completing the transfer correctly protects you and the others involved in the transfer. Use this section to find step-by-step guidance for your situation.
CENTRAL COLLECTIONS UNIT LINK
When an insurance compliance violation has not been resolved in a timely manner either due to a lapse in insurance coverage or it was cancelled before the tags are turned in, the case is turned over to the Central Collections Unit [CCU].
CONSUMER GUIDE TO AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE
The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) is an independent state agency that regulates Maryland’s insurance marketplace and protects consumers by ensuring that insurers and insurance producers (agents and brokers) act in accordance with insurance laws.
AUTO INSURANCE: A COMPARISON GUIDE TO RATES
Comparison shopping is the key to getting the most for your insurance dollar. The best time to shop for insurance is before you purchase a car, trade in a vehicle, add drivers or when your policy is up for renewal.
BUSINESS OWNERS GUIDE TO COMMERCIAL INSURANCE
Purchasing the appropriate commercial insurance coverage can make the difference between going out of business after a loss or recovering with minimal business interruption and financial impairment to your company’s operations.
DEALER – FINES FOR LATE SUBMISSION OF TITLE WORK
If you are a dealer and you do not submit all title paperwork to the MVA for final processing on time, the MVA may charge a fine. This page explains what the late submission fine is, when it applies and what you need to do.
SALVAGE INSPECTION APPOINTMENT
After an accident, depending on the damage, your insurance company may choose to brand the title salvage. Also, when a motor vehicle and/or trailer is abandoned or stolen, the insurance company may brand them salvage also. Before putting them back on the road, they must be inspected by a Maryland state police approved salvage inspector to ensure it is road worthy. Create and account and make an appointment online w/non-refundable deposit at the direct link provided below.
