Taxation on motor vehicles was put into effect in for the purpose of raising revenue for the construction, maintenance, and improvement of public highways.
Registration of vehicles, including all identifying features of the vehicle and the name and address of the owner, was also put into effect in A Registrar of Motor Vehicles was designated and it became his responsibility to assign a distinctive number to be displayed on the front and rear of each vehicle. These numbers were issued in numerical sequence as the registrations were received.
Since the state was not yet providing a license plate, many vehicle owners would inscribe the registration number on a piece of leather or other article and attach it to their vehicle. Montana began issuing license plates in The first plate displayed only the plate number.
A prefix number was assigned in , which designated population centers as they existed in Approximately , plates were manufactured in In , the prefix number was revised to designate the county in which that vehicle was registered. The state map, which outlines the standard issue license plate of today, was first found on the orange and maroon plate, and the bison skull was first added for a single year in During , license plates were manufactured from pressed soybean fiberboard due to a shortage of steel caused by the war.
Goats, cows, and mice reportedly enjoyed the taste of these plates, with some vehicle owners losing their plates to a snack for the animals. Steel was replaced by aluminum in New resources initiated another change in when reflectorized materials were introduced.
Adhesive registration decals were first used in , replacing the metal insert tags dating to Montana offered its first alternate license plate, the Amateur Radio Operator plate, in Personalized vanity license plates were first issued in Registration Fee Schedule — Additional fees for motor homes are based on the age model year subtracted from the current year of the vehicle.
Permanent registration — Under MCA , all street-legal motorcycles and quadricycles must be registered permanently. You may register a motorcycle or quadricycle for both highway and off-highway use by paying the fees for both uses. Permanent registration — Under MCA 11 a , snowmobiles are permanently registered except for those owned by companies that rent snowmobiles. Snowmobiles that are used exclusively as rentals may be registered annually for the first two years, after which they must be permanently registered.
The decal must be placed in a conspicuous place on the left side of the cowl. Special mobile vehicles are registered, but not titled. For more information, see the License Plates page. Permanent registration — Under MCA 3 a-b , all trailers must be permanently registered.
The single decal for trailers is the same as the decal for permanently registered light vehicles. Permanent registration — Under MCA 9 a , all travel trailers must be permanently registered.
For information about reinstating registration after a second or subsequent conviction for no insurance, see the Driver License Sanctions page. To move a mobile home or manufactured home on a public highway, you must meet the requirements set out in Montana Code Annotated For further information on this process, contact your county treasurer or the Montana Department of Revenue.
Law Enforcement Background Checks. Regulation Motor Vehicle Division. Internal Services Central Services Division. Offender Registry. MVD Home. Appointment Scheduling. Dealer Forms. Military Services. Insurance and Verification. Vehicle Title and Registration. Some counties require an appointment for title work. The county clerk may ask you to complete a Statement of Fact Form MV to clarify certain facts about the title transfer.
Once the title process has been completed, you must pay all taxes and fees, and your vehicle will be registered and license plates issued. A copy of the registration receipt must be kept in each vehicle at all times, along with proof of liability insurance as required in MCA When the ownership of a vehicle titled in Montana is transferred, the signatures of all parties shown on the face of the title must sign off on the title and have their signatures notarized.
This form can be filled out and printed on your computer. Bonded Titles If you purchase a vehicle from someone and no record of the title can be found, you may apply for a bonded title in accordance with MCA All title, registration and license plate fees are required. Title fees are required. The Vehicle Services Bureau will review: The circumstances through which ownership was acquired including proof of ownership.
The mobile application RoadReady may be useful in keeping track of hours driven. When teens have satisfied all Step 1 requirements, they may apply for a First-Year Restricted License at a driver license bureau.
They must:. Initially, the driver license will show a restriction code on the front and back. This restriction remains in effect for one year. During this period, the following restrictions apply:. First-Year Restricted License restrictions automatically end on the date indicated on the back of the driver license, or when the individual turns 18, whichever occurs first. Once the teenager reaches Step 3, the driver license confers full privileges.
If you lose or misplace your Montana driver license, you may obtain a replacement license from any driver license exam station. To obtain a replacement license, you must provide proof of identity. If you are temporarily out of state, you may download Mail-in Replacement All Driver Licenses form online, or you may call or email [email protected].
You can receive a replacement license by mail only if you are currently out of state, the license must be mailed to you, and the process could take two to four weeks. If your lost license is within six months of its expiration date, you may be eligible to apply for a renewal instead of a replacement.
A motorcycle endorsement is required to operate motorcycles or motor scooters. Written and driving tests are required. Schedule the test through the online appointment scheduling. You must pass the written test before you can make an appointment for the road test.
Beginning October 1, , a motorcycle endorsement will no longer be required to operate three-wheel vehicles. Drivers applying for a motorcycle endorsement should be familiar with the Montana Motorcycle Supplement. Motorcycle endorsements expire at the same time as your existing MT driver license. You must renew you license six months prior to, or within three months after, the expiration date on your license to avoid retesting. The Motor Vehicle Division issues identification cards only to Montana residents.
Montana ID cards must be obtained at your local driver license exam station through appointment scheduling. Mail in processes are not available for identification cards. Appointments for this service are required.
This is required by law because the licensing authority may wish to contact you regarding your driver license at any time. If they are unable to contact you, you could lose your driving privilege because you were not aware of orders or requirements that affect your privilege to drive.
You can use appointment scheduling. A name change must be completed at a driver license exam station. The name on your application must be the same as the name shown on a primary document unless:. The space provided for recording a full legal name on a driver record or driver license may not exceed 31 characters, including up to three commas. Titles such as Dr. You may include hyphens only if they are used in your name as it appears in the primary document you use as proof of your identity.
Applications for name change must be supported by a certified copy of one of the following documents:. Upon payment of the required fees and providing proof of name change documentation, an applicant may also apply for a replacement driver license in the legally changed name. This designation not only recognizes your service; it may also help you qualify for veteran discounts offered by some businesses.
You can also visit the Montana Veterans Affairs Division. When purchasing license plates, registering your vehicle, or renewing vehicle registration: The veteran designation on a driver license or ID card is not proof of eligibility to receive veteran license plates or exemption from vehicle registration fees under Montana law. Veterans must continue to provide official documentation confirming eligibility to display veteran license plates or receive exemption from vehicle registration fees.
You must make an appointment at a driver exam station. Renewals completed by mail are valid for 12 years for a standard driver license or eight years for a standard driver license with an existing REAL ID credential. After renewing by mail, your next renewal must be completed at a driver license exam station. Military members deployed on active duty outside Montana may renew by mail even if their last renewal was by mail. The term or length of your Montana driver license depends on your age at the time the license is issued or renewed.
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