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DMV Offers Tips for Water Damaged Vehicles
Look for Flood Damage During Future Car Purchases (Tuesday, November 17, 2009)
Hampton Roads Area DMV Offices Closed November 12
Heavy Rains, Flooding Cause Unexpected Closures (Thursday, November 12, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed for Veterans Day
Convenient Service Options Available (Tuesday, October 27, 2009)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Hopewell
City Offers Convenient Option for DMV Customers (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)
Governor Kaine Announces $17 Million in Highway Safety Grants
Decline in fatalities attributed to grant-funded programs (Wednesday, September 2, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed for Columbus Day
Save Money with Online Vehicle Registration Renewal (Tuesday, September 29, 2009)
Sandston Weigh Station Equipped with Motion Scales
Technology Saves Truckers Time (Monday, September 29, 2009)
Voter Registration Deadline for November Election is Oct. 5
Virginians Should Verify Voting Status, Polling Location (Thursday, September 17, 2009)
New Law Automates Abandoned Vehicle Elimination Process
Searchable Database Will Help Identify Missing Vehicles (Tuesday, September 15, 2009)
Six DMV Offices Eliminate Saturday Hours
Customers Encouraged to Use Internet, Phone or Mail (Thursday, September 3, 2009)
Parents Encouraged to Stress Pedestrian Safety to Students
Motorists Reminded of School Bus Laws (Monday, August 31, 2009)
Governor's 2009 Transportation Safety Awards Announced
(Monday, August 31,2009)
Latest Virginia Traffic Crash Facts Now Available
Data Shows 20% Decline in Fatalities from 2007 to 2008 (Tuesday, July 28, 2009)
Teen Traffic Fatalities Increase During Summer
Students Are Out of School and Driving More (Thursday, July 16, 2009)
New Secure Driver's License Process in Place at all DMV Offices
Customers Will Receive Tamper-proof Credentials Via Mail (Tuesday, July 14, 2009)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Lebanon
Russell County Offers Convenient Option for DMV Customers (Monday, June 29, 2009)
Revenue-Sharing License Plates Benefit Variety of Organizations
General Assembly Authorizes Six New Selections (Friday,June 26, 2009)
Fourth of July Checkpoints Designed to Curb Drunk Driving
Motorists Encouraged to Use Caution, Obey all Traffic Laws (Thursday, June 25, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed for Fourth of July Holiday
Customers Reminded to Use Preferred Service Options (Friday, June 19, 2009)
Driver's License Suspended for 10 Unexcused School Absences
Other New Law Prohibits Mopeds on Interstates (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)
Norfolk, Onancock DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, June 5, 2009)
Tazewell, Wytheville, Marion DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, June 4, 2009)
Six Southwest Virginia DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Tuesday, June 2, 2009)
Texting While Driving is Unsafe and Unlawful After July 1
DUI Punishments Also Enhanced (Tuesday, June 2, 2009)
HOV-Lane Exemption Extended for Vehicles with Clean Fuel Plates
Restrictions Continue for 1-95/395 (Monday, June 1, 2009)
Kilmarnock, Gloucester DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, May 22, 2009)
Fair Oaks, Stafford DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, May 22, 2009)
Four Southwest Virginia DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, May 20, 2009)
Four Tidewater-Area DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, May 20, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed on Memorial Day
Virginians Encouraged to Use Preferred Services (Monday, May 18, 2009)
Petersburg, Emporia DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, May 13, 2009)
Charlottesville, Lexington DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, May 13, 2009)
Virginia Law Enforcement Buckling Down on Those Not Buckling Up
Click It or Ticket Mobilization to Help Save Lives (Wednesday, May 13, 2009)
South Boston, Altavista DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, May 8, 2009)
Staunton, Woodstock DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, May 8, 2009)
Warm Weather Means More Motorcycles Traveling in Virginia
Motorists Urged to Share the Road (Thursday, May 7, 2009)
Four Northern VA DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, May 7, 2009)
Central Virginia DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, May 7, 2009)
Franconia, Leesburg DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Warrenton, Culpeper DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Henrico, Hopewell DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Roanoke, Martinsville, Christiansburg DMVs Close Next Month
After Closures, Customers to Receive Secure Licenses Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Waynesboro DMV Closes May 13, 14 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Harrisonburg DMV Office Will Close on May 11 and 12
After Closure, Customers to Receive Secure Licenses Via Mail (Thursday, April 30, 2009)
Richmond, Chester DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, April 23, 2009)
Lynchburg DMV Closes May 6, 7 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, April 23, 2009)
Covington DMV Closes May 5 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, April 23, 2009)
Winchester, Front Royal DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Tuesday, April 21, 2009)
Sterling, Manassas DMVs Close as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Monday, April 20, 2009)
DMV Encourages Customers to Verify Address Information
Virginians Will Receive New Driver's License, ID Cards Via Mail (Tuesday, April 14, 2009)
Limo Rentals Increase During Prom, Graduation Season
Use DMV Website to Find Safe, Secure Transportation (Monday, April 13, 2009)
Tysons Corner DMV Closes April 14, 15 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure License and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, April 8, 2009)
Virginia Beach Buckner DMV Closes April 14, 15 for Renovations
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Wednesday, April 8, 2009)
DMV Begins New Driver's Licenses Issuance Process
Customers to Receive New Secure Cards Via Mail (Thursday, March 26, 2009)
Rocky Mount DMV Closes April 7, 8 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure License and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, April 3, 2009)
South Hill DMV Closes April 7, 8 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure License and ID Cards Via Mail (Friday, April 3, 2009)
Tappahannock DMV Closes March 23 as Part of New License Process
Customers to Receive Secure Licenses and ID Cards Via Mail (Tuesday, March 24, 2009)
St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Usually Include Alcohol
Always Have a Designated Sober Driver (Wednesday, March 11, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed for George Washington Day
Web, Phone, Mail Are Alternative Service Options (Wednesday, February 4, 2009)
March 31 is Deadline for Transportation Safety Grant Applications
Submissions Accepted Through DMV Website (Tuesday, February 3, 2009)
Designate a Sober Driver for Super Bowl Celebrations
Toss Your Keys Before You Toss One Back (Wednesday, January 28, 2009)
Three-Year Vehicle Registration Renewals Available Jan. 15
Internet, Phone are Required Service Options (Wednesday, January 14, 2009)
Nominations Sought for Governor's Transportation Safety Awards
Applications Due February 27, 2009 (Friday, January 9, 2009)
DMV Offices Closed for State Holidays
Convenient Service Options Available (Thursday, January 8, 2009)
Drivers Urged to Exercise Extra Caution in the Coming Week
Motorists Advised to Slow Down, Wear Seat Belt (Wednesday, December 31, 2008)
DMV Sets 2009 Schedule for Coal Haul Permit Inspections
Appointments Needed for Calibration (Wednesday, December 23, 2008)
DMV Closed for Christmas, New Year's Holidays
Customers Urged Not to Wait Until Last Minute for Service (Thursday, December 18, 2008)
Winter Weather May Cause Hazardous Driving Conditions
Motorists Urged to Drive Carefully, Remove Snow from Vehicles (Friday, December 5, 2008)
Underage Drinking is Focus of Campaign
60 Teens Created Safety Messages to Combat Risky Behavior (Tuesday, November 25, 2008)
DMV Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Customers Encouraged to Use Preferred Services Options (Friday, November 14, 2008)
Virginia Motorists Urged to Be Safe During Thanksgiving
Traffic Deaths Down, But Drivers Should Remain Cautious (Thursday, November 13, 2008)
Virginia Motorists Urged to Prepare for Halloween Dangers
Beware of Trick-or-Treaters, Impaired Drivers (Thursday, October 30, 2008)
DMV Select Opens in Chesapeake
New Location Offers Convenient Option for Preferred Service (Monday, October 20, 2008)
Young Drivers Encouraged to Slow Down, Buckle Up
National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 19-25 (Wednesday, October 15, 2008)
Child Safety Seats Save Lives
Parents Encouraged to Check for Proper Installation (Thursday, September 18, 2008)
DMV Select Opens in Denbigh Area
Newport News Offers Convenient Option for Preferred Service (Wednesday, September 10, 2008)
Motorists Encouraged to Share the Road as School Begins
Be Aware of Increase in Pedestrians, Bus Traffic (Wednesday, August 27, 2008)
Governor Kaine Announces Crackdown on Drunk Drivers Taking the "Scenic Way Home"
2008 Checkpoint Strikeforce Campaign Kicks Off Across Virginia (Friday, August 22, 2008)
Governor Kaine Announces $13.5 Million in Highway Safety Grants
Funds Support a Variety of Projects Aimed at Saving Lives (Thursday, August 14, 2008)
DMV Offices Close for Labor Day Holiday
Customers Encouraged to Use Internet, Mail, Phone (Monday, August 4, 2008)
Latest Virginia Traffic Crash Facts Now Available
Data Guides Safety Efforts (Wednesday, July 23, 2008)
Virginia Celebrates National Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day
Training, Helmet Use, Safety Gear Make a Difference (Monday, July 14, 2008)
DMV Offers Tips for Water Damaged Vehicles
Look for Vehicle Flood Damage on Future Car Purchases (Monday, July 7, 2008)
National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) Offers Free Access to Insurers' Total Loss Claims Data
VINCheck is NICB's third consumer protection service (Monday, June 30, 2008)
DMV Offices Closed for Independence Day
Customers Reminded to Use the Internet for Routine Transactions (Wednesday, June 25, 2008)
Internet Vehicle Registration Renewals Provide Discounts
Several Other New Laws Taking Effect July 1 Impact Drivers (Monday, June 23, 2008)
Motorists Urged to Use Caution During Fourth of July Holiday
Law Enforcement Operating DUI Checkpoints Across Virginia (Friday, June 20, 2008)
Governor's 2008 Transportation Safety Awards Announced
(Thursday, June 19, 2008)
Antique Vehicle Owners Not Required to Notarize Safety Equipment
New Laws Also Create More Special License Plates (Wednesday, June 18, 2008)
New Laws Provide Exceptions for Active U.S. Military Members
Deadlines Extended for Driver's Licenses, Inspection Stickers (Tuesday, June 17, 2008)
DMV Select Opens in Vienna
Town Offers Convenient Option for DMV Customers (Monday, June 16, 2008)
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Wins Regional Award
Public Education Partnership for Teen Safety Recognized (Wednesday, June 11, 2008)
Penalties Tougher for Underage Drinking and Driving
New Laws Also Impact Learner's Permits, Mopeds, Child Restraints (Wednesday, June 4, 2008)
Three License Exam Failures Result in Driver Training School
Several More Driving-Related Laws Take Effect July 1 (Thursday, May 22, 2008)
Motorists Uged To Arrive Safely At Memorial Day Holiday Destination
Buckle Up, Obey Speed Limits to Avoid Crashes (Wednesday, May 21, 2008)
HOV-Lane Exemption Extended for Vehicles with Clean Fuel Plates
Restrictions Continue for 1-95/395 (Wednesday, May 21, 2008)
Virginia Launches Click It or Ticket
Law Enforcement Boosting Activities to Save Lives on Virginia Roads (Monday, May 19, 2008)
Motorcyclists Reminded to Ride Safely During Motorcycle Month
All Drivers Encouraged to Share the Road (Thursday, May 15, 2008)
DMV Offices Closed on Memorial Day
Virginians Encouraged to Use Preferred Services (Thursday, May 15, 2008)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Goochland and Cumberland
County Offers Convenient Option for DMV Customers (Wednesday, May 14, 2008)
Driver's Licenses Issued Beginning July 1 Valid for Eight Years
Cost remains same, $4 per year (Wednesday, May 7, 2008)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Hanover County
Offers Convenient Option for DMV Customers (Wednesday, May 7, 2008)
Discounts for Internet and Multi-Year Vehicle Renewals
New law adds $5 fee when customers renew, get decals in person (Monday, April 28, 2008)
Prom Alert: Not All Limo Services Licensed, Insured
Use DMV Website to Find Safe, Secure Prom Transportation (Wednesday, April 23, 2008)
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Impaired Driving Increases During Warm Weather (Thursday, April 3, 2008)
Driving While Impaired is March Madness
Basketball Fans Urged to Drink Responsibly During Tournament (Wednesday, March 19, 2008)
Drink Responsibly on St. Patrick's Day
Designate a Driver Before the Party Begins (Friday, March 7, 2008)
Commonwealth Received Extension for Real ID Requirements
Virginia Driver's Licenses Meet Federal Standards Through 2009 (Monday, March 31, 2008)
Supreme Court Decision Stops Collection of Transportation Fees
Northern Virginia Vehicle Owners May Be Impacted (Friday, February 29, 2008)
DeepRun High School's Gil Ziegelbaur is the Winner of Lights, Camera, Take Action: Stop Underage Drinking Now! (Friday, February 8, 2008)
Transportation Safety Grant Application Available Online
Web Submissions Required in New Streamlined Process (Friday, February 8, 2008)
DMV Offices Closed for George Washington Day
Customers Encouraged to Renew Vehicle Registrations Online (Friday, February 8, 2008)
DMV Zero Fraud Hotline Receives More Than 1,000 Tips in 2007
ID Theft, Fraud Prevention is Goal of Hotline (Thursday, January 31, 2008)
DMV Encourages a Safe and Sober Super Bowl Sunday
Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk (Monday, January 28, 2007)
DMV Offices Closed for State Holidays
Convenient Service Options Available (Thursday, January 3, 2008)
Regional Fees Included in January Decal Renewals
New Law Provides Funding for Transportation Projects (Friday, January 4, 2008)
Website Features Latest Crash Statistics, Safety Information
DMV's Virginia Highway Safety Office Launches Enhanced Website (Friday, December 28, 2007)
DMV Sets 2008 Schedule for Coal Haul Permit Inspections
Appointments Needed for Calibration (Friday, December 21, 2007)
Finalists Named in Underage Drinking PSA Campaign
Area Teens Encouraged to Vote for Favorite (Monday, December 10, 2007)
Winter Weather May Cause Hazardous Driving Conditions
Motorists Urged to Drive Carefully (Tuesday, December 4, 2007)
Nominations Accepted for Governor's Transportation Safety Awards
Applications Due February 8, 2008 (Monday, December 3, 2007)
Virginia Motorists Urged to Drive Safely During Thanksgiving
High-Volume of Traffic Expected (Wednesday, Novebmer 20, 2007)
This Holiday Season, Will You Be Virginia's Next Traffic Fatality?
State Agencies Challenge Virginians to Help Prevent Highway Deaths This Thanksgiving (Friday, November 16, 2007)
DMV Select Open in Newport News
City Offers Convenient Option for Preferred Service (Monday, November 19, 2007)
DMV Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Customers Encouraged to Use Preferred Services Options (Friday, November 2, 2007)
DMV Offices Closed for Veterans Day
Convenient Service Options Available (Monday, October 29, 2007)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Cheriton
Convenient Option for Preferred Service Offered (Monday, October 22, 2007)
Virginia Motorists Urged to Prepare for Halloween Dangers
Beware of Distracted Trick-or-Treaters, Impaired Drivers (Monday, October 22, 2007)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Oak Hall
Convenient Option for Preferred Service Offered (Monday, October 22, 2007)
Voter Registration Deadline for November Election is October 9
Virginians Should Verify Voting Status, Polling Location (Monday, September 24, 2007)
DMV will Close on Labor Day
Holiday Marks New School Year and Safety Concerns (Monday, August 20, 2007)
DMV expands online services
Website gets new look (Thursday, August 16, 2007)
Governor Kaine Announces $13 Million In Transportation Safety Grants
Grants support a variety of transportation safety projects (Wednesday, July 25, 2007)
Virginia Seat Belt Use Rate Increases
Click It or Ticket Credited for Virginia Seat Belt Swell to 79.9 Percent (Monday, July 23, 2007)
DMV Announces New Virginia Laws Effective July 1, 2007 (Monday, July 2, 2007)
Governor's 2007 Transportation Safety Awards Announced (Thursday, June 28, 2007)
Virginia Vehicle Registration Fees Increase July 1
New Funds Earmarked for Transportation (Tuesday, June 19, 2007)
DMV Offices Closed for Independence Day
Holiday Travelers Reminded to Drive Carefully and Buckle Up (Tuesday, June 19, 2007)
New Age Requirements for Vehicle Booster Seats
Children Up To Age Eight Must Be Properly Secured (Friday, June 8, 2007)
No More Using Cell Phones for Drivers Under 18
New Law Designed to Keep Teen Drivers Safer (Friday, June 8, 2007)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Lynchburg
City of Lynchburg Offers Convenient Option for Preferred Service (Thursday, May 24, 2007)
Virginia Launches Click It or Ticket
Law Enforcement Working to Boost Seat Belt Use (Monday, May 21, 2007)
DMV Offices Closed for Memorial Day
Virginians Urged to Buckle Up This Holiday Weekend (Thursday, May 17, 2007)
DMV Select Ready to Open in Radford
New River Valley Offers Convenient Option for Preferred Service (Thursday, April 19, 2007)
April Marks Alcohol Awareness Month
Thirty-four percent of Virginia highway fatalities involve alcohol (Friday, April 13, 2007)
Don't Push Your Luck This St. Patrick's Day
Designate a Sober Driver Before the Party Begins (Tuesday, March 13, 2007)
Driving Drunk Amounts to March Madness
Fans Encouraged to Celebrate Responsibly (Thursday, March 15, 2007)
DMV Closed for George Washington Day
Preferred Services Always Available (Thursday, February 8, 2007)
DMV Zero Fraud Hotline Nets Nearly 700 Tips in First Year (Wednesday, February 7, 2007)
DMV Urges Safe and Sober Super Bowl Sunday
Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk (Thursday, February 1, 2007)
Transportation Safety Grant Application Period Opens
Reducing Deaths in Traffic Crashes Primary Goal (Thursday, February 1, 2007)
DMV Customer Service Centers Closed for State Holidays
Preferred Service Options Always Available (Thursday, January 4, 2007)
Norfolk Widgeon Road DMV Office Closing Temporarily
Preferred Services Available During Building Repairs (Wednesday, January 3, 2007)