

Not having proof of registration means that the driver has registration but does not have the ability to prove it to the officer at the time of the citation. Not having proof of registration is a completely different charge than not having a valid registration.

At the time of registration the owner must provide proof of financial responsibility and insurance.” Penalties “Every owner or person in charge of a motor vehicle that is operated or driven on the roads of the State of Florida must register the vehicle in Florida. It is a criminal offense for a person to drive an automobile if the automobile does not have a valid registration. Every year a driver must renew their registration of their vehicle by their expiration date (Which is the birthday of the person that the vehicle’s name is under).

Every driver that owns a vehicle needs to have the vehicle properly registered at the DMV in order for them to safely drive their vehicle on the road.
