DMV News Releases
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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
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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)








