I’m pretty sure almost every Texan has asked themselves this at least once: How long can I actually drive with expired registration before it becomes a problem? The Grace Period Texas Gives YouTexas gives drivers a five-day grace period after their registration expires. What Happens After the Grace PeriodOnce those five days pass, driving with expired registration becomes a traffic violation. Texas may be laid-back about a lot of things, but expired registration isn’t one of them. You get a short grace period, a little flexibility if you act fast, and then the fines start adding up.