 A new month this week has meant a lot of new laws going into effect in Maryland. And one of them likely is giving Marylanders sticker shock when they go to get their car registered or renew their registration. The price spiked as of July the 1st. Maryland lawmakers approved the hike a few months back when they okayed the state budget. They say the increase was done as a way to pay for road projects. Registration fees have jumped by as much as 80%.