New Jersey: Financial responsibility & insurance
Insurance, registration, title and inspection requirements. Split into 3 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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Financial responsibility & insurance — Part 1
Questions in this part include: “After a crash with injury or property damage over $500, when must you notify your insurance company?”
StartFinancial responsibility & insurance — Part 2
Questions in this part include: “Under New Jersey law, if a vehicle is classified under the Lemon Law, where must this classification appear?”
StartFinancial responsibility & insurance — Part 3
Questions in this part include: “When you surrender old license plates to the New Jersey MVC, what should you do with the receipt you are given?”
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In New Jersey, besides a valid driver license, probationary license or validated permit, what must a motorist carry while driving?
- A recent safety inspection receipt for the car
- A certified copy of the vehicle title
- Your birth certificate or U.S. passport
- Valid insurance and vehicle registration cards
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Correct answer: Valid insurance and vehicle registration cards
New Jersey law requires a motorist to carry a valid license or validated permit and also valid insurance and vehicle registration cards.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 4 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 4)
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After a crash with injury or property damage over $500, when must you notify your insurance company?
- Only if the police ask you to notify your insurer
- Within 30 days, once repair estimates are available
- At once, with complete information about the crash
- Only if you were at fault for causing the crash
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Correct answer: At once, with complete information about the crash
You must notify your insurance company at once, giving complete information about the crash.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 111 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 111)
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Which of these does the New Jersey Driver Manual list as a possible reason for losing your driving privileges?
- Failure to wash your vehicle regularly
- Failure to join an auto club
- Failure to update your car's GPS maps
- Failure to provide proof of insurance
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Correct answer: Failure to provide proof of insurance
Failure to provide proof of insurance is one of the reasons the manual lists for loss of driving privileges.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 122 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 122)
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Under New Jersey's penalty chart, a first offense of driving with no insurance results in a loss of license for:
- 6 months
- 3 years
- 30 days
- 1 year
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Correct answer: 1 year
The penalty chart lists a 1-year loss of license for a first offense of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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In New Jersey, the license suspension for a first offense of driving with no insurance may be reduced or eliminated if the driver:
- Shows the court proof of liability insurance at the hearing
- Pays twice the normal fine before the court hearing
- Finishes a defensive driving course before the hearing
- Sells the uninsured vehicle before the court hearing
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Correct answer: Shows the court proof of liability insurance at the hearing
The chart's footnote says the suspension may be reduced or eliminated if the driver gives the court satisfactory proof of vehicle liability insurance at the time of the hearing.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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Under New Jersey's penalty chart, what is the fine for a first offense of driving with no insurance?
- $50-$150
- $100-$200
- $2,500-$5,000
- $300-$1,000
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Correct answer: $300-$1,000
The chart lists a $300-$1,000 fine, plus a surcharge, for a first offense of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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Besides the fine, a New Jersey conviction for driving with no insurance carries a surcharge of:
- $100 per year for 2 years
- $250 per year for 3 years
- $1,000 per year for 3 years
- $1,500 per year for 5 years
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Correct answer: $250 per year for 3 years
The penalty chart lists a $250-per-year surcharge for 3 years for both first and second offenses of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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Under New Jersey's penalty chart, a second offense of driving with no insurance results in a loss of license for:
- 10 years
- 6 months
- 2 years
- 1 year
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Correct answer: 2 years
The penalty chart lists a 2-year loss of license for a second offense of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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Under New Jersey's penalty chart, what imprisonment is listed for a second offense of driving with no insurance?
- 14 days
- 1 year
- 90 days
- No imprisonment
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Correct answer: 14 days
The chart lists 14 days of imprisonment for a second offense of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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What is the maximum fine New Jersey's penalty chart lists for a second offense of driving with no insurance?
- Up to $500
- Up to $1,000
- Up to $10,000
- Up to $5,000
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Correct answer: Up to $5,000
The chart lists a fine of up to $5,000, plus a $250-per-year surcharge for 3 years, for a second offense of driving with no insurance.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 126 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 126)
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In New Jersey, motorists convicted of fraud on insurance applications and claim forms may receive:
- A fine of up to $5,000, up to three years in prison, or both
- A written warning for a first offense, with no fine at all
- A 30-day license suspension, with no fine or prison
- A fine of up to $250, with no prison time possible
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Correct answer: A fine of up to $5,000, up to three years in prison, or both
Insurance fraud on applications and claim forms may bring fines of up to $5,000, imprisonment for up to three years, or both.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 130 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 130)
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In New Jersey, a person convicted of an automobile insurance crime will lose their driver license for:
- 1 year
- 5 years
- 2 years
- 6 months
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Correct answer: 1 year
A person convicted of an automobile insurance crime loses their driver license for one year.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 130 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 130)
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In New Jersey, a motorist who fraudulently receives or tries to receive $500 or less from insurance may be fined up to $500 and/or imprisoned for up to:
- Three years
- Five years
- Six months
- 30 days
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Correct answer: Six months
For $500 or less, the motorist may be fined up to $500 and/or imprisoned for not more than six months as a disorderly person.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 130 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 130)
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In New Jersey, if you drive while your license or registration is suspended for failing to properly insure a vehicle, how much additional driver license suspension can you receive?
- Three to six months
- Exactly five years
- One to two years
- 30 to 60 days
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Correct answer: One to two years
Driving while suspended for failure to insure a vehicle brings a $500 fine, an additional one-to-two-year driver license suspension and possible jail time.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 131 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 131)
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In New Jersey, a motorist caught driving while suspended for failing to properly insure a vehicle may face court-ordered imprisonment of up to:
- 90 days
- 10 days
- 180 days
- 45 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
Besides a $500 fine and one to two more years of suspension, the court may order imprisonment for up to 90 days.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 131 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 131)
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In New Jersey, what fine applies to driving while your license or registration is suspended for failing to properly insure a vehicle?
- $250
- $500
- $1,000
- $100
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Correct answer: $500
Driving while suspended for failure to properly insure a vehicle brings a $500 fine, one to two more years of suspension and possible imprisonment of up to 90 days.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 131 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 131)
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Besides removing points, what other benefit may you get from completing a defensive driving course in New Jersey?
- Removal of a DUI conviction
- An exemption from the vision test
- An insurance rate reduction
- A free license renewal
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Correct answer: An insurance rate reduction
A motorist who completes a defensive driving course may qualify for an insurance rate reduction.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 135 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 135)
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In New Jersey, what violation surcharge applies for having no insurance on a motorized bicycle?
- $1,500
- $100
- $1,000
- $250
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Correct answer: $100
The surcharge table lists $100 for no insurance on a motorized bicycle.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 136 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 136)
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Besides MVC points and surcharges, how can motor vehicle convictions affect a New Jersey motorist?
- They never affect auto insurance costs
- They extend the license renewal period
- They may increase auto insurance premiums
- They lower the vehicle registration fee
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Correct answer: They may increase auto insurance premiums
Motor vehicle convictions may increase the automobile insurance premiums the motorist's insurance company charges.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 137 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 137)
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In New Jersey, what must residents who buy a new or used vehicle do before driving it on public roads?
- Title, register and insure it
- Only insure it, then register it later
- Have it inspected, then title it later
- Register it within 30 days of driving
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Correct answer: Title, register and insure it
New Jersey residents who buy a new or used vehicle must title, register and insure it before driving it on public roads.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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Under New Jersey law, if a vehicle is classified under the Lemon Law, where must this classification appear?
- On the license plates
- On the vehicle's title
- On a window sticker only
- On the owner's driver license
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Correct answer: On the vehicle's title
New Jersey law states that a vehicle classified under the Lemon Law must have the classification on the title.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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When a motorist moves to New Jersey, within how many days must their vehicle be titled and registered (sooner if the out-of-state registration expires first)?
- 14 days
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 60 days
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Correct answer: 60 days
A motorist who moves to New Jersey must title and register their vehicle within 60 days, or sooner if the out-of-state registration expires before then.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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Who is required to visit an MVC Vehicle Center to process a vehicle's title and registration in New Jersey?
- The owner's insurance agent
- The dealer that originally sold the vehicle
- The titled owner or an authorized person
- Any licensed family member
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Correct answer: The titled owner or an authorized person
The titled owner (the person named on the title) or a person with authority to act on the owner's behalf must visit an MVC Vehicle Center to process the transaction.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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In New Jersey, how long is the initial registration for a brand-new vehicle valid?
- Two years
- Five years
- One year
- Four years
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Correct answer: Four years
An initial registration for a brand-new vehicle is valid for four years; other registrations are typically valid for one year.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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Apart from the initial registration of a brand-new vehicle, New Jersey vehicle registrations are typically valid for:
- Three years
- One year
- Four years
- Two years
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Correct answer: One year
Only a brand-new vehicle's initial registration lasts four years; all other registrations are typically valid for one year.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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When completing an initial vehicle registration application in New Jersey, what insurance information must you provide?
- A list of every insurance claim you have made
- The yearly cost of your premium
- The insurer's name and the policy number
- Your insurance agent's home address
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Correct answer: The insurer's name and the policy number
The registration application must include the name of the vehicle's current insurance company and the policy number.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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When registering a brand-new vehicle in New Jersey, what serves as proof of ownership?
- A manufacturer's certificate of origin and dealer's certificate of sale
- The window price sticker together with the vehicle owner's manual
- A power of attorney issued by the company that manufactured the vehicle
- A bill of sale signed by the salesperson and by one witness
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Correct answer: A manufacturer's certificate of origin and dealer's certificate of sale
For a new vehicle, a manufacturer's certificate of origin and a dealer's certificate of sale are proof of ownership.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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When registering a previously owned (used) vehicle in New Jersey, what is proof of ownership?
- A photo of the vehicle's VIN plate
- A title signed by the previous owner
- A handwritten receipt from the seller
- The previous owner's registration card
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Correct answer: A title signed by the previous owner
For a previously owned vehicle, a title signed by the previous owner is proof of ownership.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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To register a leased vehicle in New Jersey, what must you get from the leasing company?
- A power of attorney
- A signed blank title
- A letter of recommendation
- A copy of its business license
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Correct answer: A power of attorney
For a leased vehicle, the motorist must get a power of attorney from the leasing company.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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In New Jersey, to register an out-of-state vehicle that is leased or financed, what must you secure?
- A copy of the old out-of-state license plates
- A new certificate of origin from the manufacturer
- The original title from the lien holder or leasing company
- A release letter from the previous state's motor vehicle agency
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Correct answer: The original title from the lien holder or leasing company
For out-of-state vehicles that are leased or financed, the motorist must secure the original title from the lien holder or leasing company.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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When registering a vehicle in New Jersey, what must you do about the required sales tax?
- Show proof that you are exempt from all taxes
- Nothing; the tax is billed a year later
- Show a receipt from your insurance company
- Show proof of payment or pay it at the MVC
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Correct answer: Show proof of payment or pay it at the MVC
You must show proof that the required sales tax has been paid, or pay the tax at any MVC Vehicle Center.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 158 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 158)
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How many license plates does a motorist receive when registering a passenger vehicle in New Jersey?
- One plate for the rear
- One plate plus a windshield sticker
- Two plates of different designs
- Two matching plates
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Correct answer: Two matching plates
Motorists receive two matching license plates when registering a vehicle; only one plate is given for a trailer or moped.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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In New Jersey, how many license plates are provided when registering a trailer or a moped?
- Two
- One
- Three
- None
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Correct answer: One
Only one plate is provided when registering a trailer or moped, while a passenger vehicle receives two matching plates.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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Where must the two license plates be attached on a passenger vehicle registered in New Jersey?
- One on the front and one on the rear
- Both on the rear of the vehicle
- One on the rear, one on the dashboard
- One on the rear, one kept in the glove box
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Correct answer: One on the front and one on the rear
For passenger vehicles, one plate is attached to the front of the vehicle and the other to the rear.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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How high above the ground must license plates be mounted on a passenger vehicle in New Jersey?
- At least 24 but less than 60 inches
- At least 6 but less than 24 inches
- At least 12 but less than 48 inches
- At least 18 but less than 36 inches
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Correct answer: At least 12 but less than 48 inches
Plates must be mounted at least 12 inches but less than 48 inches above the ground, and both must be clean and visible.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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In New Jersey, the rear license plate must be lighted so that it is visible at night from:
- 500 feet
- 25 feet
- 50 feet
- 100 feet
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Correct answer: 50 feet
The rear plate must be lighted so it is visible from 50 feet at night, even if the plates are reflectorized.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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According to the New Jersey Driver Manual, where should you report lost or stolen license plates?
- To the local police, and inform the MVC
- Only to your insurance company
- To the vehicle's manufacturer
- To the dealer that originally sold you the vehicle
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Correct answer: To the local police, and inform the MVC
Lost or stolen plates should be reported to the local police; keep a copy of the complaint and inform the MVC.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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In New Jersey, lost or damaged license plates should be replaced within:
- 60 days
- 24 hours
- 30 days
- 7 days
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Correct answer: 24 hours
Lost or damaged plates should be replaced within 24 hours at any MVC Vehicle Center, and the old plates turned in.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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You buy a new vehicle in New Jersey. What does the manual say about your current license plates?
- Old plates must be destroyed at home
- Plates may move only to a vehicle of the same model
- Plates can never be transferred
- Most plates can be transferred to it
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Correct answer: Most plates can be transferred to it
The manual says to transfer plates to your new vehicle, since most plates are transferable.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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If you sell your vehicle in New Jersey and do not transfer the plates to another vehicle, what must you do with the plates?
- Leave them on the car for the buyer
- Surrender them to the MVC
- Keep them for a future vehicle
- Throw them away
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Correct answer: Surrender them to the MVC
If you sell your vehicle and do not transfer the plates, you must surrender the old plates at an MVC agency or by mail; the same applies if the vehicle is junked or destroyed and you will not buy another.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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When you surrender old license plates to the New Jersey MVC, what should you do with the receipt you are given?
- Keep it in a safe place
- Give it to the vehicle's buyer
- Throw it away once home
- Mail it back to the MVC
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Correct answer: Keep it in a safe place
A receipt is provided when you surrender your plates, and it should be kept in a safe place.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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In New Jersey, what must you do with your license plates if you terminate (end) your vehicle insurance?
- Cover them until insured again
- Return them to the MVC
- Give them to your insurance company
- Keep them on the parked vehicle
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Correct answer: Return them to the MVC
If a motorist terminates vehicle insurance, the plates must be returned to the MVC.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 159 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 159)
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In New Jersey, how often must gasoline-fueled, passenger-registered vehicles (model year 1996 and newer, more than five model years old) pass State inspection?
- Every two years
- Every five years
- Every year
- Every three years
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Correct answer: Every two years
Gasoline-fueled, passenger-registered vehicles, model year 1996 and newer and more than five model years old, must pass State inspection every two years.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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Where can a New Jersey passenger vehicle get its required State inspection?
- Only at the dealership where the vehicle was bought new
- At any auto repair shop you choose
- Only at an MVC Vehicle Center office
- A State station or a licensed private facility (PIF)
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Correct answer: A State station or a licensed private facility (PIF)
Inspections are done at a State inspection station or a State-licensed private inspection facility (PIF).
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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Diesel-fueled, passenger-registered vehicles (model year 1997 and newer, more than five model years old) must pass New Jersey emissions inspections every two years if their GVWR is:
- 26,001 pounds or more
- 8,500 pounds or less
- 10,001 to 26,000 pounds
- More than 8,500 pounds
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Correct answer: 8,500 pounds or less
Diesel-fueled, passenger-registered vehicles with a GVWR of 8,500 pounds or less (model year 1997 and newer, more than five model years old) must pass emissions inspections every two years.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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In New Jersey, new passenger vehicles less than five model years old receive a new car dealer inspection sticker that expires:
- Two years after initial registration
- Ten years after initial registration
- Five years after initial registration
- One year after initial registration
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Correct answer: Five years after initial registration
New passenger vehicles less than five model years old are issued a new car dealer sticker expiring five years after they are initially registered.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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In New Jersey, how often must a commercially registered vehicle be inspected?
- Every three years
- Every five years
- Every two years
- Every year
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Correct answer: Every year
If a vehicle is registered commercially, it is required to be inspected annually.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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A commercial-registered vehicle less than one year old is bought at a New Jersey dealership. When does its new car dealer sticker expire?
- One year after initial registration
- Five years after initial registration
- It never expires while owned
- Two years after initial registration
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Correct answer: One year after initial registration
Commercial-registered vehicles less than one year old bought at a dealership receive a new car dealer sticker expiring one year after they are initially registered.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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Where must high-rise and reconstructed vehicles be inspected in New Jersey?
- Nowhere, since they are exempt
- At an NJMVC Specialty Inspection site
- At the dealership that sold them
- At any State-licensed private inspection facility
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Correct answer: At an NJMVC Specialty Inspection site
High-rise and reconstructed vehicles must be inspected at one of the NJMVC's Specialty Inspection sites.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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What documents must you bring when taking your vehicle for inspection in New Jersey?
- A valid license, NJ registration and insurance
- Your birth certificate and your passport
- The owner's manual and the most recent repair receipt
- Only the vehicle's title and bill of sale
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Correct answer: A valid license, NJ registration and insurance
All motorists must bring a valid driver license, valid New Jersey registration and insurance documents for the vehicle being inspected.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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When moving to New Jersey from another state, within how many days after registering must a passenger vehicle five model years or older be inspected?
- 7 days
- 60 days
- 30 days
- 14 days
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Correct answer: 14 days
A motorist moving to New Jersey must have a passenger vehicle five model years or older inspected within 14 days after registering it.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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You move to New Jersey with a passenger vehicle that is less than five model years old. What does the manual say about its inspection?
- It must be inspected at a Specialty Inspection site
- It must be inspected every year for the first five years
- It is exempt and gets a new car dealer sticker
- It must be inspected within 14 days of registering it
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Correct answer: It is exempt and gets a new car dealer sticker
A passenger vehicle less than five model years old brought to New Jersey is exempted from inspection and receives a new car dealer sticker expiring five years from the model year; older vehicles must be inspected within 14 days after registering.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 160 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 160)
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Which type of motor vehicle insurance is mandatory for every vehicle registered in New Jersey?
- Liability insurance
- Collision insurance
- Gap insurance
- Comprehensive insurance
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Correct answer: Liability insurance
Motor vehicle liability insurance is mandatory in New Jersey, and every registered vehicle must have it.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)
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When must you show your New Jersey Insurance ID card?
- Only when you renew your driver license
- Only when you drive into another state
- At inspection, after a crash and at police stops
- Only when you sell or trade in the vehicle to a dealer
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Correct answer: At inspection, after a crash and at police stops
The Insurance ID card must be shown before inspection, when involved in a crash and when stopped by law enforcement for a traffic violation or roadside spot check.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)
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Is an electronic version of the New Jersey Insurance ID card acceptable?
- Only for commercial vehicles
- Yes, an electronic version is acceptable
- No, only the original paper card is accepted
- Only at inspection stations
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Correct answer: Yes, an electronic version is acceptable
The manual states that an electronic version of the Insurance ID card is acceptable.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)
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In New Jersey, what can happen to a motorist who fails to maintain liability insurance or drives an uninsured vehicle?
- A required new road test and nothing more
- Fines, community service, suspension and surcharges
- A written warning for a first offense, and nothing more
- Loss of the vehicle title, with no fines
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Correct answer: Fines, community service, suspension and surcharges
Failure to maintain liability insurance or driving an uninsured vehicle can result in fines, community service, license and registration suspension, and violation surcharges.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)
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In New Jersey, civil fines for insurance fraud can be up to how much for each violation?
- $15,000
- $7,500
- $50,000
- $1,500
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Correct answer: $15,000
The Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor may impose civil fines of up to $15,000 for each violation of insurance fraud.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)
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According to the New Jersey Driver Manual, why should motorists help by reporting insurance fraud?
- Reporting fraud removes points from your record
- It cancels any violation surcharges on your own record
- Reporters get a share of any fines collected
- Fraud raises insurance costs for all New Jerseyans
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Correct answer: Fraud raises insurance costs for all New Jerseyans
Because fraud increases the cost of insurance for all New Jerseyans, motorists can help the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor by reporting it.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 161 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 161)