DC DMV issues vehicle registration reciprocity privileges to people who are permanent residents in other jurisdictions, but who, by law, are allowed reciprocal residency privileges in the District. Reciprocity privileges are also issued to some District residents who are unable to obtain District tags.
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Department of Motor Vehicles
-In recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday and Inauguration Day, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Saturday, January 18 and Monday, January 20. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 21. Many of DC DMV's services will remain available online or via the agency's free mobile app.
-DC DMV will no longer prevent DC residents from applying for a new or renewed driver license because of failing to meet the requirements of the Clean Hands Law.