Driving Unregistered Vehicle in Maryland

Every operable vehicle in Maryland is required by law to be registered with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). Driving an unregistered vehicle, or permitting an unregistered vehicle to be driven by another, is a criminal misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500. Typically, a citation for driving a vehicle without registration is about $300. If you are accused of driving without registration in Maryland, or if you are accused of allowing another person to drive your unregistered vehicle, contact an experienced Maryland traffic lawyer as soon as possible. Taking a proactive approach to your defense can help you protect yourself against preventable negative outcomes such as fines and driver’s license restrictions.

Unregistered Motor Vehicles in Maryland

Though motor vehicle registration is mandated by the state of Maryland and the MVA, many operable vehicles are not registered for a variety of reasons:

• Failure to register a new vehicle within the required time period
• Accidentally lapsed registration
• Suspended registration from lack of adequate insurance
• Fear of registration due to outstanding warrants

Regardless of the reason your vehicle is unregistered, the state of Maryland prohibits you from driving without registration and from allowing someone else to drive your unregistered vehicle. If you have been cited for driving without registration in Maryland, call a qualified Maryland traffic lawyer for an evaluation of your case. A traffic attorney in Maryland who has successfully represented clients cited for driving without registration has the experience and resources to help you fight the charge. Whether showing that an unregistered vehicle was driven without your knowledge, demonstrating a willingness to compensate for an accidental lapse, or helping you handle an outstanding warrant, a Maryland traffic lawyer can try and cast your case in a positive light for a more positive outcome.

For more information, contact Maryland traffic attorney Colleen Kirby to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation.

If you or a loved one have been accused of driving and unregistered vehicle in Virginia, please visit our Driving an Unregistered Vehicle page