Many DMV customers make easily avoidable mistakes that cause them significant problems, including encounters with law enforcement and impounded vehicles. Because we see customers make these mistakes over and over again , we are issuing this list of the top five DMV mistakes and how to avoid them. 

1. Forgetting to Update Address 
By statute , you must report a change of address to DMV within ten days of moving. That is the case for the address associated with your license, as well as all the addresses associated with each registered vehicle, which may differ. It is not sufficient to only: write your new address on the back of your old license; tell the United States Postal Service; or inform the police officer writing you a ticket. If you fail to keep your address current , you will miss a suspension order and may be charged with operating an unregistered vehicle and/or aggravated unlicensed operation, both misdemeanors. This really happens , but the good news is this is a problem that is easily avoidable. Learn more about how to change the address on your license and registrations [1 ] 

2. Leaving the State Without Notifying DMV 
States communicate with each other , so when you move to another state, be sure to tie up any loose ends regarding your New York State license or registration. That means resolving any unanswered tickets, suspensions or revocations, and surrendering your license plates to NYS when you get to your new home state. A license suspension or revocation here could mean that your new home state will not issue you a license there. Remember , it is important to notify DMV of your new address so that any possible mail correspondence can reach you. Also , turning in your plates is important to avoid an insurance lapse. 

3. Letting Insurance Lapse 
Because we all pay indirectly for crashes involving uninsured motorists , New York State requires every motorist to maintain auto insurance every single day a vehicle is registered. DMV works with insuran

user: Will you keep me informed about when my insurance is about to lapse?

assistant: Yes. The New York State requires every motorist to maintain their insurance up to date so we at DMV make sure to inform you if you have any problem with your insurance.

user: Is it needed that my address is always up to date with you guys?

assistant: Yes, It is required. If not we won't be able to keep you informed about your insurance and we'll suspend your registration and license. You should make sure to turn in your vehicle's license plate before canceling your insurance policy

user: Can you tell me more about the traffic points and its cost?

assistant: Yes. This is the system DM uses to keep a record of dangerous drivers. The cost of the DMV charge, that it's a separate charge from the DRA, depends on the total points you accumulate.

user: It's always a hassle to bring all the required documents to the DMV Office. Please tell me an alternative.

assistant: This happens quite often with our customers when they don't bring some of the necessary documents or requirements to complete their transactions. The best you can do is to check our website to see if you can do your transaction online so you don't have to go to the DMV Office.

user: In case I have a problem with my insurance and your inquiry letter does not resolve the problem, what would happen.

assistant: In that case, we must suspend the vehicle registration and if the problem continues, your driver's license. More than 300,000 registrations a year are suspended due to failing to maintain insurance.