They also must provide similar information to a law enforcement officer when they are stopped for a suspected traffic violation or following an accident. Motorists are required to provide evidence of insurance to the DMV at the time that they register their vehicles.
Acceptable evidence is the name of the insurer and the number of the policy.
Evidence must be in writing and can be established by noting the required information on the vehicle registration card. Members should carry proof of insurance in their cars. Penalties for motorists convicted of not having automobile insurance are severe. A court may impound the uninsured vehicle. Providing false evidence of insurance is a misdemeanor.