Larkin Announces Dmv Fees Waived For Flood Victims

Senator Bill Larkin (R-C, Cornwall-on-Hudson) today announced that the state has waived the Department of Motor Vehicle’s (DMV) fees for replacement motor vehicle documents for victims of the devastating floods that occurred last month.

Flood victims in the 13 counties, including Orange and Ulster Counties, will

be able to replace their valid documents at no cost.

"This was a very good decision by Governor Pataki to help in any possible way the flood victims who are working hard right now to get their lives back in order," said Senator Larkin.

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will replace valid licenses, registrations, titles, license plates or non-driver identification cards that were damaged or lost at no cost for the next 30 days for victims.

On June 28th the Governor declared a state of emergency in 13 counties. Residents who previously applied for new documents on or after June 28th will be issued a refund upon application to DMV and certification that the documents were damaged or lost as a result of the flooding.

Motorists affected by the storms will need to apply for replacement documents and certify that they were damaged or lost as a result of the flooding. Individuals are urged to submit applications as soon as possible to allow time for processing. New Yorkers who need to have replacement documents issued can visit any DMV or county clerk office to apply. The fee charged to motorists affected by flooding who apply for new documentation via DMV’s website will be sent a refund.

For more information on flood assistance for individuals affected by the devastating floods, please visit: www.ny.gov and select "Flood Relief Info." For DMV office locations and service hours, please visit: www.nysdmv.com.