Was your vehicle previously registered in another state that issued an inspection sticker?
Yes, it was.
Great. In your case, you will not need to have your vehicle inspected again until your out of state inspection sticker expires or for one year after the registration date, whichever comes first.
What would've happened if an inspection sticker wasn't issued?
You would need to have your vehicle inspected in New York.
What if I will be out of state when my sticker expires?
You can apply for an extension. Be sure to first determine whether or not an expired out of state inspection is a violation of the law in that state.
What do I do when I get my extension sticker?
Do not put it on the windshield of your car while you are out of state. Just keep the sticker and the instructions in your car to show an out of state police officer. Please understand that the extension sticker does not guarantee that the officer will not issue you a traffic ticket.
How do I get an extension sticker?
This is done by mail. You will need to send in all required information, including your name, your current out of state mailing address, and the year and make of your vehicle.
Will the extension sticker be recorded as an inspection on New York State DMV records?