Silver State Journal Reports News
Reno DMV relocates; no local services available October 26-30
By B. B. Urness | Oct 7, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the permanent closure of its office on Galletti Way in Reno, effective October 23.
Nevada DMV launches online driver's license renewals amid pandemic
By D. D. Diggs | Sep 23, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced that most residents with driver's licenses or identification cards that expired during the COVID-19 pandemic can now renew them online.
New Reno DMV office opening November; existing locations closing
By B. B. Urness | Sep 21, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to open a new office in south Reno on November 2.
Nevada DMV extends license deadlines and introduces special hours for newcomers
By B. B. Urness | Sep 10, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced an extension for expired or soon-to-be expired driver’s licenses and ID cards, along with new limited Saturday hours for new residents.
Washoe County students’ art featured on taxis after annual design competition
By Silver State Journal | Aug 26, 2020
Students from the Washoe County School District have been recognized for their artistic contributions in the 6th Annual Taxi-Top Design Competition, organized by the EDAWN Foundation in partnership with the district.
Nevada DMV extends weekday hours but closes Saturdays in Las Vegas and Reno
By B. B. Urness | Aug 12, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced changes to its operating hours for Las Vegas and Reno offices.
Nevada leads decoupling initiative in engineering licensure process
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 11, 2020
The Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors has introduced a significant change in the licensing process for professional engineers by decoupling the Professional Engineer (PE) Exam from the required engineering experience.
Nevada DMV expands online and mail renewal options for licenses and IDs
By B. B. Urness | Jul 28, 2020
Nevada's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced new measures to ease the process of renewing driver's licenses and ID cards.
Nevada DMV resumes normal hours after service disruption
By B. B. Urness | Jun 22, 2020
Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices will resume normal operations on Tuesday, June 23, following an outage caused by a fiber optic cable cut.
Nevada DMV halts driving tests after examiner contracts coronavirus
By B. B. Urness | Jun 17, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has temporarily halted all non-commercial driving skills tests across the state following a drive examiner in Las Vegas testing positive for Coronavirus.
Nevada DMV announces temporary closure for IT upgrade
By D. D. Diggs | Jun 17, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will close its field offices and suspend all online services this Saturday, June 20, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The closure is due to an upgrade by the State of Nevada Enterprise IT Services Division, which...
Nevada DMV set to reopen branches with phased approach starting June 15
By B. B. Urness | Jun 8, 2020
Starting June 15, 2020, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will reopen all branch offices across the state.
Nevada DMV outlines phased reopening plan without set date
By B. B. Urness | May 21, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is preparing to reopen after closing on March 16, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nevada DMV reopens CDL offices with limited services amid driver shortage
By D. D. Diggs | May 8, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will reopen its Commercial Driver License (CDL) offices in North Las Vegas and Sparks on May 11.
Nevada extends driver’s license expiration amid COVID-19 closures
By B. B. Urness | Mar 24, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) have announced measures to assist residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nevada grants 90-day extensions for expiring licenses and registrations
By B. B. Urness | Mar 20, 2020
In response to the disruptions caused by COVID-19, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak and the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have announced a 90-day extension for expiring driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and other DMV documents.
Nevada DMV closes offices statewide due to COVID-19 concerns
By B. B. Urness | Mar 17, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the closure of its field offices across the state and several centralized services in Carson City, including the call center.
Nevada DMV limits service due to COVID-19 concerns
By B. B. Urness | Mar 15, 2020
Effective March 16, the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will limit service to appointment-only customers at its offices in Carson City, Henderson, Las Vegas, and Reno.
Nevada DMV schedules town hall meetings on Real ID requirements
By B. B. Urness | Feb 18, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will conduct town hall meetings at four DMV locations across the state on February 26 to inform residents about Real ID requirements.
Nevada DMV reduces wait times despite increased customer volume
By D. D. Diggs | Jan 24, 2020
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has reported a significant reduction in wait times for walk-in customers, achieving a 42 percent decrease in the last quarter of 2019 compared to the same period in 2018.