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If you are the owner of a car can it be registered to someone else in one state but insured by another or registrant insure different state?

In the United States, each state has its own laws and regulations regarding vehicle registration and insurance. It is generally not possible to register a car in one state and insure it in another. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule.

Exception 1: Military Members

Active duty military members who are stationed in a state other than their home state may be able to register their car in their home state and insure it in the state where they are stationed. This is typically allowed as long as the military member has a valid military orders and a permanent address in their home state.

Exception 2: Snowbirds

Some states allow snowbirds, or people who travel to a warmer climate for the winter months, to register their car in their home state and insure it in the state where they are staying for the winter. This is typically allowed as long as the snowbird has a valid driver's license and proof of residency in their home state.

Exception 3: Commercial Vehicles

Commercial vehicles, such as trucks and buses, may be able to be registered in one state and insured in another. This is typically allowed as long as the commercial vehicle has a valid commercial license and proof of residency in the state where it is registered.

If you are not sure whether you can register your car in one state and insure it in another, you should contact your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or your insurance company.