The DMV will send you a renewal notice well in advance of your registration's expiration date. The notice will include:
The date of your tag's expiration Renewal fees Vehicle information Emissions requirement Delinquency fees:
?You must pay all delinquency or ticket fees listed on your renewal notice before renewing your registration
?You will only be allowed to renew by mail or in-person if you owe any extra fees Didn't Receive a CA Car Renewal Notice?
NOTE: Even if you don't receive a notice, you are still obligated to register on time.
To avoid missed renewal notices in the future, be sure, if you move, to update your new address with the DMV.