257.226 – Expiration of vehicle registration; duties of secretary of state; issuance of registration; tax; validity of certificate of title; special registration; certification; registration of trailer or semitrailer used for recreational purposes; assignment or reassignment of expiration date under international registration plan; applicability of subsection (11) after October 1, 2003; leased vehicle multiyear registration | Michigan Law
Learn about Michigan vehicle registration expiration rules, including special cases for commercial vehicles, trailers, motorcycles, and the secretary of state's duties.
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257.226 – Expiration of vehicle registration; duties of secretary of state; issuance of registration; tax; validity of certificate of title; special registration; certification; registration of trailer or semitrailer used for recreational purposes; assignment or reassignment of expiration date under international registration plan; applicability of subsection (11) after October 1, 2003; leased vehicle multiyear registration
Michigan Vehicle Code § 257.226
Summary
Michigan law specifies the expiration dates for vehicle registrations, generally aligning with the owner's birthday, with exceptions for certain commercial and trailer vehicles. It also outlines special rules for motorcycle registration expiration dates and the secretary of state's authority to assign or reassign registration expiration dates. The law ensures proper registration validity and management for various vehicle types.
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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan vehicle registration expiration rules, including special cases for commercial vehicles, trailers, motorcycles, and the secretary of state's duties.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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