Is my Car Insurance Still in Effect if my Vehicle Tags Has Expired in Georgia?

 

August 31, 2008 by · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Georgia Car Insurance 

Reader’s Question:

If the tags on vehicle are expired, is the car insurance coverage still in effect? I live in Sandy Springs Georgia.

Robin

Sandy Springs, GA

Insurance carriers terms and guidelines can vary so you will need to verify with your insurance company to find out if your car would be covered if your tags or license plates were expired in Sandy Springs GA.

Generally, your insurance contract is typically in effect regardless of tag or license status. Unless there is an exclusion in your insurance policy then likely your auto insurance would be in effect even if your registration is expired.

If you have let your license plates expire, most states have grace periods so check if you can have them reinstated and up to date without a penalty by verifying with your Department of Motor Vehicles in Georgia.