3845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
Renew Online
Get your renewed tags instantly without DMV delays.
Our professionals ensure all paperwork is handled accurately to avoid mistakes.
No need to spend hours at the DMV—we take care of everything.
Pay in-office or online with no hidden fees.
Easy access with ample parking for a quick visit.
• 1 – 10 Days Late – Additional 10% of renewal fee + $10 DMV penalty + $10 CHP fee
• 11 – 30 Days Late – Additional 20% of renewal fee + $15 DMV penalty + $15 CHP fee
• 31 Days – 1 Year Late – Additional 60% of renewal fee + $30 DMV penalty + $30 CHP
fee
• 1 – 2 Years Late – Additional 80% of renewal fee + $50 DMV penalty + $50 CHP fee
• More than 2 Years Late – Additional 160% of renewal fee + $100 DMV penalty + $100
CHP fee
Renew your registration as soon as possible to avoid penalties.
Driving with expired registration can result in severe penalties.
• A police officer may issue a citation under CVC 4000a(1).
• If your registration is expired for more than six months, your vehicle may be impounded.
• Displaying false or invalid registration is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to six months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine (CVC 4462).
It is always best to renew your registration before it expires to avoid these consequences.
If the DMV does not have your insurance on file, we will notify you to submit proof.
• You can still renew your registration while arranging for insurance.
• Simply email a photo of your insurance card, and we will complete the process.
• California law requires insurance companies to electronically report policies to theDMV, but delays can occur.
We ensure your renewal is processed promptly, even if your insurance is pending DMV verification.
A smog inspection is required every two years for vehicles that are eight years or older.
Your DMV renewal notice will indicate if a smog check is needed.
If your vehicle is temporarily located outside California but requires a smog check,
you can still renew your registration by submitting a Temporary Smog Exemption (REG 5103).
If you have unpaid parking tickets or toll violations recorded with the DMV,
you must pay them before renewing your registration.
• Only delinquent tickets appear on your DMV renewal notice.
• If you dispute a ticket, you must resolve it before renewal.
• If you have already paid a ticket but the DMV still shows an outstanding balance, you
may need to provide proof of payment.
Tags Clinic can verify DMV records and guide you through the renewal process.
Renewing a Vehicle with an Expired Registration Over Two Years
• Vehicles with registration expired for more than two years may require additional
paperwork or a VIN verification.
• Tags Clinic provides VIN verification services and will guide you through the
reinstatement process.
Renewing a Vehicle That Has Been Off the Road
• If your vehicle was placed on Non-Operational Status (PNO) and you now wish to
renew it for active use, you must pay the standard renewal fees plus any applicable
reinstatement fees.
• Tags Clinic can assist in reactivating your vehicle’s registration.
If processed through Tags Clinic, you can receive your renewed registration instantly. If mailed
through the DMV, expect delivery within 2-4 weeks.
Yes, you can pay your renewal fees before passing the smog test to avoid late penalties. Your
new registration will be issued after passing the smog inspection.
You can still renew your registration using your license plate number and last five digits of
your VIN. Our system retrieves your renewal details directly from the DMV.
Yes, you can renew up to 75 days before your expiration date.
If you renewed through Tags Clinic, contact us for assistance. If renewed through the DMV, you
may need to request a duplicate sticker.
3845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619)-777-3029
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Tags Clinic is authorized by the California DMV to offer DMV services on their behalf. We charge fees for added benefits like same-day pickup, next-day delivery, and expert assistance from Dr. DMV. Standard DMV services are available directly from the DMV at no cost. We are not the DMV.
