New Laws Oct 2025

CDL HOLDERS: As of June 16, 2025, DMV will no longer accept a paper medical certificate. Your certificate will be sent electronically to DMV. Learn more here.

SMISHING SCAM ALERT: We have been informed that some residents are receiving fraudulent text messages and phone calls. Please be advised that the CT DMV does NOT contact residents regarding motor vehicle related violations.

WALK-IN SERVICES: Walk-in services are not available at our Cheshire, Putnam, and Stamford locations. Additionally, none of our locations offer walk-in services on Saturdays. Residents should expect long wait times if they do not have an appointment. Our appointment system is updated in real time, with new appointments added regularly.

For immediate Release:
September 30, 2025

DMV Announces New Laws Effective October 1, 2025

WETHERSFIELD – Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Tony Guerrera announced today motorists convicted of reckless driving will now be required to attend an operator retraining class under a new Connecticut state law – one of several motor-vehicle measures taking effect this Wednesday.

Under current law, drivers 25 or older convicted of three moving violations, and drivers 24 or younger convicted of two moving violations, are required to take a driver retraining course. Drivers who do not complete the retraining course within 60 days face an indefinite driver license suspension and must pay a $175 restoration fee.

Other motor vehicle-related laws taking effect on October 1:

Motorcycle riders under 21 will be required to wear a helmet.
A bill of rights has been created to outline consumer protections for owners of vehicles subjected to a non-consensual tow. This has been posted to the DMV website.
Further defines e-bikes and clarifies vehicles with motors exceeding 3,700 watts will be required to be registered and insured.
A fine increase to $750 for drivers who do not yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.