Vehicle Registration Deadlines

Vehicle registration deadlines set forth by Governor Mills in Executive Order 15 dated October 19th, 2020. These deadlines apply to all motor vehicles and trailers operated on Maine roadways, and to temporary registrations.

• Vehicles purchased between January 1, 2020 through March 15, 2020 and vehicles with registrations that expired before March 15: Register immediately.
• Vehicles purchased between March 15-May 31, 2020 and vehicles with registrations that expired during that period: Register no later than Dec. 18, 2020.
• Vehicles purchased June 1, 2020 through September 30, 2020 and vehicles with registrations that expired during that period: Register no later than Feb. 16, 2021.
• Vehicles purchased on or after Oct. 1, 2020 and vehicles with registrations that expired during that period: Register as soon as possible, in accordance with these Maine motor vehicle laws:
  • Private sale vehicles cannot operate without registration plates – the vehicle must be registered to legally operate on Maine Roads.
  • Temporary plates on new vehicles are valid through the expiration date on the plate and the vehicle must be registered prior to the temporary plate’s expiration to avoid penalties.
  • Vehicles with registrations that expire in October should be registered ASAP or no later than Oct. 31 to avoid penalties.

Should you have any questions don’t hesitate to call a Municipal Coordinator @ 624-9000 X-52163.