In North Carolina what happens to your license tag if liability insurance lapses?

If your liability insurance lapses in North Carolina, your license plate will be revoked and you will not be able to legally operate your vehicle on public roads. The only exception to this is if you have a valid temporary tag that allows you to operate your vehicle for a limited time period, such as while you are waiting for your new insurance policy to go into effect.

In addition to having your license plate revoked, you may also face other penalties, such as:

* A fine of up to $1,000

* A surcharge on your driver's license

* A suspension of your driver's license for up to one year

If you are caught driving with a revoked license plate, you could be charged with a misdemeanor and face even more penalties, including jail time.

To avoid having your license plate revoked, make sure to keep your liability insurance policy up-to-date. You can do this by contacting your insurance company directly or by using the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website.