A citation for “Expired Registration” can be expensive and time-consuming. If you're convicted, the fine can be as much as $200 plus court costs.

Texas registered vehicles are required to receive an annual inspection which includes a comprehensive safety inspection to ensure basic road worthiness. Vehicles in Tarrant County are also required to have an emissions test in addition to the safety inspection.

If you’re convicted of “Expired Registration” – meaning the ticket or citation is reported to Texas DPS and is “On Your Record” – your driving record will show the conviction and you could be at risk of a Driver License SUSPENSION if you already have convictions on your record.

A ticket for Expired Registration is actually a formal summons for you to appear at court and answer the allegation against you. If you fail to appear by the date listed on the citation, you can be issued a new ticket and warrants for your immediate arrest will likely issue.

YOU HAVE OPTIONS

Texas law allows you to obtain an “Administrative Dismissal” if certain terms are met.

HOW WE CAN HELP

You have the constitutional right to be represented by an attorney if you so choose - which means in most cases, we can appear for you. Our experienced and professional attorneys aggressively defend you against any alleged traffic violation. We will explain all your options for disposition or trial, and you get to decide how to proceed – the choice is always yours.

We’re here to help guide you through the process and to understand the consequences of whatever decision you make.

NEVER PLEAD GUILTY without first understanding what it will mean to your driving record. A ticket is only an accusation you violated a traffic law - IT IS NOT a finding of guilt by itself!

Contact us today for additional information about how we can help you with your ticket.

To DISMISS an Expired Registration Ticket:

        1) The Expired Registration is remedied within 20 Working Days (usually about 4 weeks); 

        2) The "Late Registration Penalty Fee" is paid when the Registration is renewed; and

        3) You pay the $20 Administrative Dismissal Fee to the Court before the Ticket Appearance Date