Except as otherwise provided, before the owner of a motor vehicle or trailer may operate it or permit its operation upon the highways of this state, he shall obtain motor vehicle insurance as required by KRS 304.39-080, a certificate of registration, and a license plate and apply for a certificate of title in his name.
Prerequisites for operation of motor vehicles or trailers
KRS § 186A.065, under AUTOMATED MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION SYSTEM.
KRS § 186A.065