Abandoned Vehicles or Vessels - Custodians
- What is my role as the custodian of the vehicle or vessel?
- What do I have to do if I get a call from a private property owner to remove a vehicle or vessel from private real property?
- Does law enforcement have to come before I remove the vehicle or vessel or can I just give law enforcement the VIN, HIN or serial number?
Abandoned Vehicles or Vessels - Law Enforcement
- If an owner does not claim a vehicle or vessel that was removed as a result of a crash, or if it was stolen or seized to preserve evidence of a crime, when is the vehicle or vessel considered abandoned?
- Which law enforcement agency has jurisdiction if a vehicle or vessel was removed from one jurisdiction and towed to another?
- Can unclaimed vehicles or vessels that are left in tow yards be considered abandoned?
Basic Driver Improvement Course - Course Sponsors
- How do I become a course sponsor and provide classes?
- If I am not authorized by the National Safety Council to provide the Defensive Driving Course, how can I be approved as a course sponsor?
- What are the curriculum requirements for the course?
Commercial Drivers - General Questions
- How do I apply for an original Commercial Driver License (CDL)?
- How do I convert an out-of-state Commercial Driver License (CDL) to a Michigan CDL?
- What tests are necessary to renew a Commercial Driver License (CDL)?
Commercial Drivers - Self and Medical Certification
- What must I do to comply with the new requirements to make my medical certification part of my CDL driving record?
- How do I determine which type of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operation I should self-certify to?
- After I provide the Secretary of State's Office with my unexpired medical examiner's certificate, do I still have to carry it with me when operating a commercial motor vehicle?
Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Hand-Held Mobile Telephone Ban
- Are wired or wireless earpieces allowed?
- Are CMV drivers allowed to use push-to-talk mobile communications equipment while driving?
- Are holders of a commercial driver's license (CDL) subject to the regulation only when driving a CMV, as defined in 49 CFR 383.5, or any vehicle?
Driver's License and State ID - Proof of Identity
- What types of documents can I use to obtain an original driver's license or personal identification card?
- How do I obtain a duplicate birth certificate, marriage license or divorce decree?
- Can I present photocopies or fax copies of my identity documents?
Driver's License and State ID - Proof of Residency
- Why is the Secretary of State asking for proof of residency?
- What is the difference between "proof of residency" and "legal presence"?
- "Why is the Secretary of State asking for proof of identity, legal presence, Michigan residency and Social Security number from all original driver's license and PID applicants?
Driver's License and State ID - Social Security Numbers
- Who will see my Social Security number?
- What if I don't have a Social Security number?
- Where can I get a Social Security card?
International Registration Plan (IRP)
- Who is required to register under the IRP?
- Can I register my vehicle with IRP if it is less than 26,000 lbs?
- What documents do I need to transfer an IRP plate from one vehicle in my account to another vehicle in my account?
New Michigan Residents
- How do I change my out-of-state title to a Michigan title and obtain a registration for my vehicle?
- Where can I find additional information of interest to new Michigan residents?
- How long do I have before I must change my out-of-state driver's license, vehicle title and registration?
New Online Services - Business Licensing - Dealers
- How do I provide access for new users in our e-Services dealer account?
- How do I access the MSPR plate calculator in my e-Services account?
- What is the Training Requirement for Used Vehicle Dealers?
Services Provided by Other Government Agencies
- How do I establish a corporation or business in Michigan?
- How do I obtain a passport?
- How do I obtain vital records?
