Can cops tell if you have insurance by running plates? Once you're pulled over, police can run your plates and the inquiry is done instantaneously, Hageli says. This means even if drivers flash a phony insurance card or one from a defunct policy, officers can scan your vehicle and check the state database to see if it's actually insured, Insurance Guide, Insurance
Do I need insurance if not driving car? The law says that you must normally have at least third party motor insurance if you drive or own a vehicle. You must al... more