I stopped into the DMV last Fri to renew my boat trailer registration. It was packed(!!) Normally, it's not busy & I can be out even before my appointment time. There are usually five chairs for waiting, service is excellent & the staff courteous & helpful.

That day there were 12 chairs & all were filled (plus two people at the window). All had clipboards & manilla folders with whatever documents they needed. Fortunately, I had made an appointment for a simple transaction, the clerk at the incoming window took care of me & I was in & out in less than 10 minutes. The clerk was also "frazzled."

I gave her the paperwork for registration & she asked "Can I have your license?", to which I asked "My driver's license?", to which she immediately answered "NO, YOUR FISHING LICENSE!"

I completely understood and apologized. She was having a bad Friday after probably a real bad week. She took care of my paperwork, I wished her a good, relaxing weekend & was out in 10 minutes. Lately, the DMV offices are crowded. Be sure to make an appointment & have all your paperwork in order before you go in.

Yea, this time of year it can get busy. people are registering trailers (including camping rigs), boats, jet skis, motorcycles, etc. that they use in the warmer months.
John Jarosz said:

I stopped into the DMV last Fri to renew my boat trailer registration. It was packed(!!) Normally, it's not busy & I can be out even before my appointment time. There are usually five chairs for waiting, service is excellent & the staff courteous & helpful.

That day there were 12 chairs & all were filled (plus two people at the window). All had clipboards & manilla folders with whatever documents they needed. Fortunately, I had made an appointment for a simple transaction, the clerk at the incoming window took care of me & I was in & out in less than 10 minutes. The clerk was also "frazzled."

I gave her the paperwork for registration & she asked "Can I have your license?", to which I asked "My driver's license?", to which she immediately answered "NO, YOUR FISHING LICENSE!"

I completely understood and apologized. She was having a bad Friday after probably a real bad week. She took care of my paperwork, I wished her a good, relaxing weekend & was out in 10 minutes. Lately, the DMV offices are crowded. Be sure to make an appointment & have all your paperwork in order before you go in.

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