TRENTON, NJ— The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) has announced the rollout of new temporary registration tags, designed to enhance security and reduce fraud. These temporary registration tags, also known as temporary registration certificates or “temp tags,” will feature a new format and print on paper with advanced security features, in line with the provisions of P.L.2023, c.285, passed in January 2024.
The rollout will be phased over the summer, with both old and new tags visible on the roads during the transition. The NJMVC expects to fully phase out the old tags by early fall. Motor vehicle dealers will be given time to adapt to the new tags and procedures, considering the logistical adjustments required and the 30-day issuance period for temporary tags.
The NJMVC will provide details about the new security features and issuance procedures to law enforcement and dealers soon. The new law also includes stricter penalties and fines for the fraudulent issuance, possession, or display of temporary registration tags. Additionally, a vehicle registry for dealers to share information with the NJMVC will be established, with a planned launch in 2025.
