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In Colorado, the registration of your car could be denied or delayed if the Colorado Motor Car Registration file doesn't show insurance coverage for the car. Each week, insurance companies inform the Colorado Motor Car Registration Division of who has or doesn't have insurance. Note: you must provide proof of insurance to your county clerk and recorder before your car's registration can be completed.
If you're a Colorado resident and have recently purchased a car, you will need to apply for a Colorado title and car registration in order to complete the change of ownership. Simply take the following documents in to the Motor Car office in the county where you reside:
At the county motor car office, you'll need to pay the registration fees, car title fees, and any applicable sales tax. Your Colorado title will be mailed to you if there are no liens filed against the car. If there is a lien, the title will be mailed to the lien holder. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
If you're a new Colorado resident, you must apply for a Colorado title and registration for your car within 30 days from establishing Colorado residency. You will need to apply in the County Motor Car Office in the county where you reside. You need to bring the following documents:
At the county motor car office, you'll need to pay the registration fees, car title fees, and any applicable sales tax. Your Colorado title will be mailed to you if there are no liens filed against the car. If there is a lien, the title will be mailed to the lien holder. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
You can learn more about Colorado vehicle title transfers on their website.
Note: This article was accurate when it was published. Please confirm all details directly with the CO DMV. You can visit the CO DMV website or call the DMV for more information.
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