Maryland MVA flag finder showing vehicle hold, camera violations, and registration issues.

Maryland MVA Flag Finder
(JURVIO, Toll, Camera & Registration Flags)

🔎 Maryland MVA Flag Finder Tool

Maryland MVA Flag Finder

Select a flag by code or abbreviation to see what it usually means and the next steps.

General guidance only. Some holds can only be released by the issuing agency (not MVA, not MES).

Choose a Flag

  • If you have a notice, pick the option that matches the wording (tolls, insurance, court, taxes, etc.).
  • If you’re unsure, bring a screenshot or the letter to MES and we’ll help you decode it.

What is an MVA flag?

When a vehicle or driver record is flagged by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), it means there is an unresolved issue that prevents registration, renewal, title transfer, or issuance of tags.

Flags are usually triggered by:

  • unpaid tolls or citations

  • red-light or speed camera violations

  • insurance lapses

  • court or administrative holds

  • reporting agencies (parking, police, local governments)

Each flag appears as a code or abbreviation on an MVA record. This tool helps you identify what the flag means and understand the usual next steps.

Important: This tool is provided for general informational purposes only. Flag meanings, enforcement rules, and resolution steps may change. Always confirm details directly with the Maryland MVA or the issuing agency. Maryland Express Services (MES) is not responsible for outdated or incorrect information or actions taken based on this tool.

How to use this tool (simple steps)

  1. Locate the flag code or abbreviation on your MVA notice or record

  2. Select the code from the list (or type it, if supported)

  3. Review the description and common causes

  4. Follow the recommended next step

  5. If an agency payment or contact is required, use the VR-143 Jurisdiction Lookup

Select a flag code or abbreviation to view a description, common causes, and typical resolution steps.

🔗 Next Step: Find the Issuing Agency

Many flags require payment or confirmation from a specific agency (parking authority, police department, toll authority, etc.).

➡️ Use our VR-143 Jurisdiction Code Lookup

This tool helps you identify:

  • the correct payee

  • mailing address

  • phone number

  • official website (when available)

    Still unsure what to do?

    If you’re dealing with an MVA flag and want to avoid delays or repeat trips, Maryland Express Services tag and title in Ellicott City can help you understand what’s needed before you visit the MVA.

👉 Contact MES tag and title in Ellicott City for guidance 

 

Common Flag Categories 

  • Toll & EZPass related flags

  • Red-light camera violations

  • Speed camera violations

  • Parking citations

  • Insurance compliance flags

  • Court or administrative holds

(You don’t need every code listed here — the form handles that.)

 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Where do I find my MVA flag code?

Flag codes usually appear on MVA records, registration renewal notices, insurance compliance letters, or internal MVA screens used by tag & title agents.

Does MES remove flags?

MES does not remove flags directly. We help customers understand the issue, identify the correct agency, and prepare the required documents so the issue can be resolved properly.

Can a flag be cleared the same day?

Some flags (especially toll or camera-related) may be cleared the same day once payment or confirmation is processed. Others require processing time by the issuing agency.

What if my flag code isn’t listed?

Not all flags are public-facing. If your code isn’t listed, contact MES or the MVA directly for clarification.

Is this tool official MVA data?

No. This tool is an informational guide based on publicly available references and industry experience. Always confirm with the MVA or issuing agency.

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