MO HB2951

Missouri residents are prohibited from titling and registering motor vehicles in other states to avoid Missouri registration requirements, with a rebuttable presumption that vehicles owned by Missouri residents must be titled and registered in Missouri

An amnesty period from August 28, 2026 to December 1, 2026 waives all late fees and penalties for residents who previously registered vehicles out-of-state and come into compliance during that window

Residents who fail to comply within 90 days of department notification face a $500 penalty and driver's license suspension until all taxes, fees, and penalties are paid in full

The bill targets "shell entities" (partnerships, LLCs, or corporations) used to register vehicles in other states, applying the same penalties when such entities lack business purpose, physical location, employees, or tax filings

Willful false statements or evasion of vehicle fees and taxes constitutes fraudulent practice, resulting in a fine equal to 75% of unpaid fees and taxes plus payment of all applicable amounts