05/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/18/2026 11:13
Contact: Office of Public Affairs
2415 First Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 657-6437 | [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2026
What you need to know: The Hemet office will reopen to the public on May 20. Most customers can save a trip to the office and do their DMV business online at dmv.ca.gov.
Sacramento - The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today announced that the Hemet office at 1200 S. State St. will reopen at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20.
The office closed on March 27 to replace the interior floor.
Before Going to a DMV Office - Try Online First
Most DMV tasks do not require an office visit. The DMV encourages customers to use its online services and other service channels to complete transactions, such as eligible driver's license and vehicle registration renewals. Customers can also use the Service Advisor on the DMV website to learn about options to complete DMV tasks.
Go Paperless - To sign up for paperless vehicle registration and driver's license renewal notices, sign in or create a secure online account at dmv.ca.gov to opt in.
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