AL DMV Vehicle Registration and Titling Flashcards

What fee is typically required when applying for an Alabama vehicle title?

Answer: A title application fee paid to the county

Alabama charges a title application fee processed through the county courthouse or license plate office.

If an Alabama vehicle title is lost, the owner should:

Answer: Apply for a duplicate title through the county

Lost titles require the owner to apply for a duplicate title through their county courthouse or license plate issuing office.

Alabama law requires vehicles to carry what minimum documentation at all times?

Answer: Proof of insurance and registration

Alabama drivers must carry proof of liability insurance and vehicle registration while operating the vehicle.

What does a salvage title on an Alabama vehicle indicate?

Answer: The vehicle was declared a total loss by an insurer

A salvage title indicates the vehicle was declared a total loss by an insurance company due to damage, theft recovery, or flood.

In Alabama, personalized (vanity) license plates:

Answer: Can be ordered for an additional fee

Alabama allows personalized license plates with custom combinations of letters and numbers for an additional fee above standard registration.

Who is responsible for collecting Alabama vehicle registration fees?

Answer: County license plate offices

Vehicle registration in Alabama is administered at the county level through county license plate issuing offices.