There is a temporary shutdown coming to all New York State Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) locations as a new software system is installed statewide. This is not just happening in Erie County, every DMV office across New York will be affected. So what does this mean if you have DMV business to take care of?
If you’re planning to register a vehicle, renew a license, exchange plates, or handle any in-person DMV transaction, now is the time to plan ahead. Once the new system is installed, offices will reopen slowly to ensure staff are fully trained and operations run smoothly.
We spoke with Erie County Clerk Mickey Kearns about the transition. “We are modernizing, and this will bring more efficiency to the office,” Kearns said.
When the DMV Will Close
Friday, February 13 at noon – DMV offices close statewide Saturday & Sunday – Closed Monday – Closed for Presidents’ Day Tuesday – Staff training day Wednesday, February 18 – Offices reopen by appointment only…