A temporary permit is issued as a form of registration when customers encounter circumstances beyond their control. Temporary permits are not issued in Denver County if the customer is unable to obtain permanent registration due to the inability to afford the plate fee. Proof of valid vehicle insurance coverage is required by state law. We will accept an insurance card, copy of insurance policy or letter from your insurance company on their letterhead. It must include a description of the vehicle including year, make, model, vehicle identification number (VIN), effective date and expiration date of the policy.

Secure and Verifiable Identification is required to obtain a temporary permit. Anyone other than a named owner must have a DR2175, Non-secure power of attorney to obtain a temporary permit on behalf of a named owner.

REQUIREMENTS AND STATUTES

Temporary permits may be issued for the following:

1. New purchases between individuals, Denver County will issue ONE forty-five day permit.
2. A 15 day permit may be issued for the following:

• For failure of emissions test, a permit may be issued for retesting. (See note.)
• To obtain an emissions test for vehicle with expired plates.
• Paperwork not received in office.
• Vehicle in-transit.(To another State)
• Emergencies.
• Computer system down time.

Temporary permits issued by dealers are one-time permits.  In the event of pending title work, a fifteen-day extension may be issued by the Motor Vehicle Division. The fee for a temporary permit is $6.22.