Nevada does not issue a permit or license based on an autonomous vehicle's level of automation, nor does the DMV test or certify vehicles. Nevada law allows all automation levels to operate on public streets.
Manufacturers and developers interested in testing their vehicles in Nevada must submit their completed “Autonomous Vehicle Testing Registry Application” or “Alternative Electronic Transportation System Application” packet to the address listed below. The packets outline the bond and insurance directives, fees and other requirements.
Once the packet has been reviewed and all requirements are met, the DMV will issue a Certificate of Compliance for testing along with sets of red license plates for each vehicle listed in the packet.
Prior to registering an autonomous vehicle in Nevada, the manufacturer or developer must self-certify to the DMV that they are in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 482A and/or 482B of the Nevada Revised Statutes.
The manufacturer or developer must submit their completed “Autonomous Vehicle Certification Registry” or “Alternative Electronic Transportation System Vehicle Certification Registry” packet to the address listed below.
Certification is based only upon the make, model and year of the vehicle(s) listed in the packet. If the manufacturer or developer incorporates their technology into other makes and models, they will be required to submit an additional packet to the DMV for certification.
Once the packet has been reviewed and all requirements are met, the DMV will issue a Certificate of Compliance for operations based on the make, model and year of the vehicles listed.
Please mail completed applications to:
Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles
Directors Office
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0900
For questions regarding the autonomous vehicle regulations, autonomous testing application process and/or consumer deployment please contact the autonomous vehicles team at DMV_AV@dmv.nv.gov
| Laws | Statutes | Code |
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| Chapter 482A - Autonomous Vehicles | NRS | NAC |
| Chapter 482B - Alternative Electronic Transportation Systems | NRS | Proposed Regulations (PDF) (Pending Confirmation) |
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2021 Legislature Assembly Bill 412 2019 Legislature Assembly Bill 23 2017 Legislature Assembly Bill 69 2013 Legislature Assembly Bill 313 2011 Legislature Assembly Bill 511 |
