GO GET IT FAST ...
No insurance = no registration in cali as of jan. 1 08
DMV has direct connect w/ insurance companies.
Vehicle Registration Suspensions
The department is required to suspend the registration of a vehicle when:
* The registered owner fails to provide evidence of insurance within 30 days after the issuance of a registration card upon initial registration or transfer of ownership.
* DMV is notified that a policy has been cancelled and a replacement policy has not been submitted within 45 days.
* The registration is obtained by providing false evidence of insurance.