B. B. Urness News
Nevada DMV office in Fallon relocates to Stillwater Plaza
By B. B. Urness | Nov 26, 2019
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a relocation of its field services branch office in Fallon.
Nevada DMV advises alternatives to avoid post-Thanksgiving rush
By B. B. Urness | Nov 25, 2019
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is advising customers to consider alternative services or delay their visits on the Monday following Thanksgiving, traditionally known as "Black Monday."
Nevada DMV launches charity license plates supporting Vegas victims and STEM education
By B. B. Urness | Sep 30, 2019
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to introduce two new charitable license plates on October 1.
Nevada DMV introduces mileage reporting requirement starting October
By B. B. Urness | Sep 26, 2019
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to implement a new requirement from the 2019 Nevada Legislature that mandates motorists to provide odometer readings during vehicle registration or renewal.
Nevada DMV warns residents about speeding ticket email scam
By B. B. Urness | Aug 30, 2019
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has issued a warning to motorists regarding a speeding ticket scam that has emerged in the state.
Nevada DMV introduces pilot project requiring odometer reading submissions
By B. B. Urness | Aug 22, 2019
Nevada motorists will soon be required to submit odometer readings to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) starting October 1, 2019.
Nevada offers 'X' option on state IDs for gender neutrality
By B. B. Urness | Apr 22, 2019
Nevada has implemented a new policy allowing residents to select a gender-neutral "X" on their driver's licenses or identification cards.
Nevada DMV launches audio driver handbooks in English and Spanish
By B. B. Urness | Dec 19, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced audio versions of the Nevada Driver Handbook in both English and Spanish.
Nevada DMV advises against post-Thanksgiving visits due to expected crowds
By B. B. Urness | Nov 21, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is advising residents to avoid visiting DMV offices immediately after the Thanksgiving holiday due to expected high volumes.
Las Vegas man pleads guilty to illegal car sales operation
By B. B. Urness | Nov 19, 2018
A man in Las Vegas has pleaded guilty to a felony charge related to selling cars without a dealership license.
New Northern Nevada DMV center promises improved services and expanded facilities
By B. B. Urness | Sep 26, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Nevada Department of Administration have commenced construction on a new DMV Services Center in Northern Nevada.
California man arrested at Reno DMV for attempted ID fraud
By B. B. Urness | Jun 11, 2018
On June 1, 2018, officials from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) intervened in an attempt by a California resident to acquire a fraudulent identification card at the Reno DMV office.
Las Vegas police face scrutiny over civil forfeiture transparency
By B. B. Urness | Feb 27, 2018
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is facing scrutiny over its handling of civil forfeiture records.
Nevada DMV ends contract with Tech Mahindra over modernization project
By B. B. Urness | Jan 24, 2018
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has ended its contract with Tech Mahindra, the company tasked with upgrading the department's outdated computer system.
Transparency issues complicate Nevada's commerce tax repeal debate
By B. B. Urness | Sep 29, 2017
The Nevada Tax Department is facing criticism for its lack of transparency, which some argue is obstructing the debate over the repeal of the commerce tax.
Sessions revives controversial civil-asset forfeiture policy
By B. B. Urness | Aug 16, 2017
Jeff Sessions, the former Attorney General, has reignited the practice of civil-asset forfeiture.
Concerns rise over Nevada's renewed asset forfeiture efforts
By B. B. Urness | Aug 3, 2017
Even Nevada's law-abiding citizens should be concerned about the renewed efforts regarding asset forfeiture.
Clark County School District faces calls for transparency amid misconduct issues
By B. B. Urness | Jun 20, 2017
The Clark County School District (CCSD) is facing a significant challenge with sexual misconduct incidents.
Nevada police body cam law lacks penalties, says Honchariw
By B. B. Urness | May 31, 2017
Nevada's current law on police body cameras lacks specific penalties for non-compliance, according to Daniel Honchariw.
Reno lawmaker's lawsuit may define conflict of interest
By B. B. Urness | May 22, 2017
A lawsuit involving a Reno lawmaker may soon clarify the definition of a conflict of interest in Nevada.