Missouri
2024 unpaid vehicle fees cost Missouri Department of Revenue $27 million; 2026 law aims to reverse trend
KSHB 41 reporter Megan Abundis covers Kansas City, Missouri, including neighborhoods in the southern part of the city. Share your story idea with Megan.
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The State of Missouri is facing a significant revenue shortfall, with an estimated $27 million lost in 2024 due to residents not paying their vehicle registration, title, and expired tag fees.
This comes as Missouri drivers report facing challenges when attempting to comply with these requirements at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Drivers interviewed described the DMV process as time-consuming and often difficult.
“It’s been a lot trying to get in, waiting in line,” said Ebony McClain, emphasizing the long wait times.
Osmar Rodriguez points out the need for planning, particularly for those with families.
“Especially when you have kids, you have to plan ahead,” he explained.
Kelli Blewett stresses the importance of having all necessary documents in order.
“I had to make sure I had all my documents,” she said.
McClain added, “Inspection information, my title,” to the list of required paperwork.
Dayday Morgan outlines the various tasks involved in the process.
“Vehicle registration, insurance, all that stuff up here and get them all done and I’ll be cool,” he said.
These accounts from Missouri drivers highlight the difficulties associated with navigating the DMV process, potentially contributing to the state’s revenue shortfall.
However, these Missouri drivers all have something in common. It’s that they are here at the DMV and will get it done, but it’s not always easy.
“Adulthood,” Morgan said. “Oh yeah, they are expired, I’m going to have to pay a fine, but I’m going to be prepared for it, but that’s the consequence of working, making sure you have what you need to get it done right.”
There are local organizations that will try to help pay the back fees.
Still, the state of Missouri says in 2024, 21,543 delinquent fee accounts could range as high as $27,089,588.29.
In a statement, the Department of Revenue said, “However, it should be noted that this amount can decrease as the department is made aware of rescinded sales, errors, and trade-in or tax credit documentation.”
It’s a number that doesn’t surprise Michael Jordan, who sells cars at Auto Now.
“If you just drive down the road, you’ll see five out of six cars that have expired tags that people just aren’t getting done. So, it doesn’t surprise you? Not at all. Not at all.”
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“I put a 30-day tag on the vehicle at time of purchase and then they have 30 days to pay their sales tax and registration at that time,” Jordan said.
He tells car buyers plan to pay 10 percent of the car’s total to cover taxes and fees.
“In Kansas, they don’t have to worry about that, it’s already included in their loan. It’s a double-edged sword,” Jordan said. “I think the sales tax parentage is way too high for where it needs to be and it hurts the community of trying to get into a nicer reliable vehicle.”
That will change, a bill signed into law two years ago, could take effect next fall.
It’s where car buyers would be required to pay the fees and sales tax—everything upfront.
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It’s a way for the state to prevent missed payments, but if you’re financing a car, that will change the cost of the loan.
The Department of Revenue says they’re currently working with Missouri car dealerships to get them educated and prepared on how to collect these taxes and fees. The system is slated to go live in the fall of 2026.
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A fundraiser on Friday helped raise money for a mid-Missouri family’s effort to get their daughter medical treatment.
Hurts Donut from Springfield, Mo., traveled to Ashland to help the Kroeckel family raise money for their daughter, Harper’s, life-changing medical treatment in Italy.
“After exhausting available treatment options in the United States, the family is now pursuing specialized care that offers new hope for her future,” wrote the Hurts Donut shop in a press release. “Because the treatment, travel expenses and extended medical stays are not covered by insurance, the family is facing more than $85,000 in out-of-pocket costs.”
Harper had been born prematurely at 35 weeks and admitted to the NICU, where a nurse discovered a spot that they assumed to be diaper rash on her bottom. However, further inspection led to her diagnosis of Capillary Malformation-Arteriovenous Malformation, or CM-AVM.
CM-AVM is a genetic mutation at the cellular level that causes blood vessels in certain areas to be tangled, causing swelling, pressure, chronic pain and, in some instances, bleeding. In Harper’s case, it could potentially spread to her spine or brain.
The donut shop set up shop at the Ashland Optimists Club and donated 100% of its Special Tribute donut sales to the Kroeckel family, as well as 10% of the proceeds from its dozen donut sales.
The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 28, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 0-7-2
Midday Wild: 1
Evening: 9-9-6
Evening Wild: 7
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 4-5-0-4
Midday Wild: 9
Evening: 1-4-6-7
Evening Wild: 0
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 28 drawing
Early Bird: 04
Morning: 07
Matinee: 09
Prime Time: 06
Night Owl: 15
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Show Me Cash numbers from June 28 drawing
05-08-12-33-34
Check Show Me Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.
To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:
Ticket Redemption
Missouri Lottery
P.O. Box 7777
Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777
For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.
For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.
When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
- Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
- Cash4Life: 8 p.m. daily.
- Cash Pop: 8 a.m. (Early Bird), 11 a.m. (Late Morning), 3 p.m. (Matinee), 7 p.m. (Prime Time) and 11 p.m. (Night Owl) daily.
- Show Me Cash: 8:59 p.m. daily.
- Lotto: 8:59 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
- Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Missouri editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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UPDATE: Well-known mid-Missouri attorney charged after sting expected to request home detention | 93.9 The Eagle
A prominent mid-Misssouri attorney has pleaded NOT guilty to a felony charge of enticement or attempted enticement of a child.
56-year-old Daniel Walter Follett is charged in Boone County Circuit Court. He had served as the Missouri Department of Revenue’s (DOR) general counsel until he was fired after last week’s arrest.
Court documents filed by Boone County prosecutors say Follett was allegedly using a prostitution website “to solicit sexual services from a person whom he believed to be a 16-year-old child.” The Boone County Sheriff’s Department’s probable cause statement says Follett allegedly arrived at an address in Boone County last week to pay money to have sex with a female whom he believed was under the age of 17.
Follett, who is currently jailed without bond, is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday afternoon before Judge Kimberly Shaw and is expected to request home detention, based on online court records.
939 the Eagle News contacted the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) after Follett’s arrest. DOR released a statement about Follett’s arrest and status last week. It reads: “The Department is aware of an out-of-office incident involving a staff member who was arrested and charged with criminal activity. Following departmental procedures, employment has been terminated with the individual.”
What’s next: Follett is scheduled to appear in Boone County Circuit Court on Tuesday at 1 pm for a bond hearing before Judge Kimberly Shaw. Follett is represented by defense attorney Jessica Caldera, a former Boone County assistant prosecutor. Follett is expected to request home detention from the court until his trial. Boone County prosecutors have described Follett in a court filing as a flight risk.
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