What must occur before a temporary registration plate can be displayed on a vehicle?

Before a temporary registration plate can be displayed on a vehicle, the title and registration must be authorized. This process ensures that the vehicle is legally recognized as being owned by the individual who is displaying the temporary plate. Authorization of the title and registration is a critical step because it confirms that the vehicle's ownership has been properly documented and that the state’s Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) allows the vehicle to be operated on public roads, even if temporarily.

This process often involves submitting the appropriate documentation and potentially verifying compliance with other regulations, ensuring that the vehicle is cleared for legal use. Such measures are in place to prevent issues such as theft, unregistered vehicles, and other legal complications that might arise from improper vehicle ownership documentation.

While aspects like emissions inspection, fees, and vehicle registration are important, they are generally prerequisites for obtaining the title and registration authorization itself, rather than steps that directly relate to the display of a temporary plate.