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Most states have titling and registration laws that require residents to title and register their cars in the state—and for new residents of the state to do so within some period of time, such as 30 days. Some states require titled cars to pass a comprehensive safety inspection. And some states also require cars owned by residents of certain counties to pass an emissions test/inspection designed to improve air quality in more densely populated counties.

In Louisiana (LA), residents are required to title and register their vehicles with the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV). New residents must register their vehicles within 30 days of establishing residency. The state does not require a comprehensive safety inspection for all vehicles to be titled. However, Louisiana does mandate a safety inspection for vehicle registration, which includes checking the brakes, lights, horn, mirrors, and other safety equipment. Additionally, certain parishes in Louisiana require an emissions test as part of the vehicle inspection process. This emissions test, known as the Enhanced Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program, is designed to improve air quality and is required for residents in the Baton Rouge ozone nonattainment area, which includes Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Livingston, and West Baton Rouge parishes.

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