A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson

The summer travel season is upon us! With temperatures heating up, I'd like to remind everyone to stay cool and stay safe! Wherever you're headed for summer fun, we encourage everyone to follow the rules of the road.

If the District is your destination, be sure to follow posted speed limits and watch for people walking and biking, particularly when approaching busy intersections. By taking these actions, we can all help achieve the Mayor's Vision Zero goal: zero traffic fatalities and safer streets.

In this month's newsletter, we share some information on DC Government's fine reduction pilot program; include some important tips on safe driving throughout the summer and beyond. We also highlight some recent #TeamDMV outreach in the community from fairs and conferences to World Pride. Keep reading to learn more!

As a reminder, your feedback is important to us. Please write us a letter or join me for the DC DMV Live Chat, held the first Thursday of each month. Our next online live chat is scheduled for Thursday, July 3 at 12 p.m. For a full hour, I will respond in real-time to any of your DMV related questions.

Thank you for reading this edition of our newsletter. Stay safe, DC!

Stay alert, DC!

Be aware of fraudulent DMV text message scams like the one above. DC DMV does not send text messages demanding payment for fines or fees. Customers should be vigilant, report such messages as spam, and always avoid sending personal information to unknown numbers via text.

Did Your Recent Ticket Come With an Insert?

Through the DC Government's new fine reduction pilot program, households who are part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or food stamps) have a chance to apply for an income-based fine reduction on eligible tickets.

Mayor Bowser’s Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) Income-Based Fine Reduction Pilot Program launched on June 2nd. The pilot seeks to reduce the financial burden of ATE tickets on low-income drivers, while still holding drivers accountable and maintaining the effectiveness of the cameras to slow drivers down and improve safety.  

Households who receive SNAP or food stamps from the DC Department of Human Services (DHS) have a chance to get one eligible camera ticket reduced by half. Parking tickets are not eligible.

Visit the pilot program's FAQs page to learn more.

PSA: Secure your Load

June 6 was secure your load day. As summer continues, and you move throughout the District, make sure you do what you can to make your ride as safe as possible!

When hauling items, please make sure they are all safely and properly secured to avoid crashes.
Tie down larger items.
Buckle up and watch your speed.
Ensure you can see out of all your mirrors, and that you don't have blind spots.
Pulling a trailer? Ensure your heaviest items are at the front!

Watch this helpful video on safe trailering from U-Haul and drive safe, DC!

Vision Zero Spotlight: June is Ride to Work Month!

The wind may feel great in your hair, but road rash doesn't! A helmet can help. Whether you are exploring the city on a scooter or commuting by motorcycle, always make sure to follow all traffic laws, stay alert and wear a helmet.

Don't have a helmet? DC Government has some to give away! Email [email protected] to reserve and pick up a helmet for free!

DC DMV Commemorates the Juneteenth Holiday

June 19, 1866, is the oldest national celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States, commemorating freedom, resilience, and the power of unity. At DC DMV, we recognize this day celebrating the journey and freedom of those who were enslaved in America.

Please note: all DMV locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19. Regular business hours will resume on Friday, June 20.

Members of #TeamDMV March in DC's WorldPride Parade - Free to Be

On Saturday June 7, members of the DC DMV team echoed the sentiment that pride lives here - in the District while marching in the WorldPride Parade with DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson and Mayor Muriel Bowser.

If you want to show your Pride throughout June and beyond, look into getting our Pride Lives Here Specialty Vehicle Tags and celebrate pride year-round. The application fee is $25 and the annual display fee is $20. Both fees go to support the Mayor's Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning Affairs.

Have outstanding tickets that need to be paid?

Do you have outstanding parking, photo enforcement, or moving violation tickets that need to be paid? Download DC DMV's mobile app, and tap the "Ticket Services" icon to pay your tickets. The app also allows you to search for unpaid citations by ticket number, tag number, or driver license number.

Never miss a ticket update! Stay in the know about your ticket activity and deadlines with Ticket Alert Service. Register for Ticket Alert Service now!

DC DMV in the Community

DC DMV recently participated in the Department of Parks & Recreation's annual Senior Fest celebration on May 20, a fun-filled event hosted by Mayor Bowser and dedicated to District residents over 55.

The DMV Correspondence team looks forward to engaging with District seniors each year, honoring our commitment to serving our city's most vulnerable residents, and ensuring that senior drivers are able to access the DMV resources they need through our community outreach efforts. For more helpful information geared towards residents 55 and older, visit the DC DMV Seniors website here.

Members of #TeamDMV also attended an insightful Mobility Safety Summit held by DC's Highway Safety Office (HSO) at Gallaudet University on May 22. The United We Go event allowed our team to connect with other mobility safety agencies. We left with a wealth of knowledge about what other jurisdictions are doing in the community! Thank you to our partners at the HSO.

DMV Customer Survey: Do You Have Feedback for Us? We Want to Hear from You!

Is there a service center issue that you've wanted to make DMV management aware of? Is there a program you've been curious to see DC DMV participate in? Please let us know!

Take our DC DMV Customer Survey here - it will take under three minutes to complete.

DC DMV Holiday Closure: Juneteenth, Fourth of July

In recognition of Juneteenth, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19. In recognition of Independence Day, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Friday, July 4.

Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app.

Remember, when you feel different you drive different. Whether it's using the metro or a ride share service, having a designated driver, or calling a sober friend -- plan for a sober ride every day, DC!