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. They assured Nevadans that they will not face penalties for expired driver's licenses or vehicle registrations amid the temporary closures due to the health crisis.
The DMV has automatically extended any document set to expire between March 16 and April 30, 2020, by 90 days. DPS Director George Togliatti emphasized their commitment to public safety: “We’re committed first and foremost to the health and safety of Nevadans. We’re asking you to Stay Home for Nevada,” he said. He added that Highway Patrol troopers are informed about the DMV closure and will manage each situation accordingly.
Motorists can print an Extension Letter from the DMV website, dmvnv.com, to present if needed. However, this extension does not cover vehicle liability insurance; drivers must keep their insurance policies active.
DMV Director Julie Butler reassured residents: “An expired license or car registration is one thing you don’t have to worry about during the COVID crisis,” she stated. She advised motorists to use the extension letter if necessary while prioritizing personal and family well-being.
Residents are encouraged only to contact the DMV for complex issues and avoid reaching out to DPS, the Nevada Department of Transportation, or rural County Assessors with DMV-related questions. The department is also working on a web page dedicated to addressing specific concerns linked with COVID-19 closures.