License and Insurance Requirements for APVS
There is a new law that you need to be aware of if you own an APV (All Purpose Vehicle). This includes all-terrain vehicles, all-season vehicles, mini-bikes and trail-bikes. APV's now require registration with the Ohio BMV, which means that they need to display a license plate, even if you only intend on operating them on your own property. (There are exceptions for golf carts, utility vehicles used to transport materials and an APV used as a farm implement).
The license registration fee has also been increased from $5 to $31.25 for three years. The new law also imposes fines if you fail to comply and contains stiffer penalties for criminal trespassing that involves an APV. For more information, you will want to go to the website http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/4519.
APV's also require adequate insurance coverage, which is NOT automatically included in your homeowner's policy. While you may think of them as a "toy," the reality is that they can cause accidents and are now legally considered vehicles. Make sure you contact our office to properly cover your APV's and snowmobiles. Call 330-334-1561 or 800-334-1561, and we will confirm if you need additional coverage for your APV.
