Vehicle Registration, Insurance, and Required Equipment Flashcards
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You just moved to Washington and became a resident. How soon must you register your vehicle here?
Answer: Within 30 days
New Washington residents must register their vehicles within 30 days of becoming residents.
After you sell your vehicle in Washington, how soon should you file a Report of Sale with the DOL?
Answer: Within 5 days
Filing a Report of Sale within 5 days protects the seller from liability for what the new owner does with the vehicle.
When you buy a vehicle, how many days do you have to transfer the title into your name before penalties start?
Answer: 15 days
Buyers must transfer ownership within 15 days, and late fees build up after that.
Which form of proof of insurance does Washington accept during a traffic stop?
Answer: A paper card or electronic proof on a phone
Washington accepts both a paper insurance ID card and electronic proof shown on a mobile device.
If you change your address, how soon must you notify the Washington DOL?
Answer: Within 10 days
Washington requires drivers to update their address with the DOL within 10 days of moving.
Which is true about license plates on most passenger vehicles in Washington?
Answer: Front and rear plates are both required
Washington issues two plates, and both must be mounted on the front and rear of the vehicle.
What does Washington's financial responsibility law require of drivers?
Answer: Carrying liability insurance or another approved proof of financial responsibility
Drivers must be able to pay for damage or injuries they cause, usually by carrying liability insurance.
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