Most Commonly Used DMV Forms

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Application for Duplicate or Paperless Title (REG 227)

A REG 227 is required when requesting duplicate or paperless California Certificate of Title, also known as a Pink Slip.

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Affidavit for transfer without probate (REG 5)

Used to transfer title for a vehicle or vessel owned by a decedent. For California titled vehicles or vessels only.

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Application for Title or Registration (REG 343)

A REG 343 is required for initial California registration and out of state vehicle title transfers.

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Lien Satisfied/Title Holder Release (REG 166)

A REG 166 can be used instead of a vehicle Certificate of Title to release ownership. The form is commonly used by lienholders.

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Statement of Error or Erasure (REG 101)

The REG 101 is used to correct error(s) on a vehicle certificate of title during the title transfer process.

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Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment Form (REG 262)

The REG 262 is required when performing a title transfer without an original title and for a vehicle model year 2011 and newer. It must be accompanied by a REG 227. The REG 262 is not available online because it is printed on security paper. NeedTags can supply you with this document, at no charge, if and when required. Active title transfer or duplicate title order required.

Application for Temporary Smog Exemption (REG 5103)

Used to renew registration for a vehicle which requires a smog check but can not be administered one due to being temporarily located out of state.

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Application for Replacement Plates, Stickers, Documents (REG 156)

A REG 156 is required when requesting replacement registration stickers, license plates, and/or registration card.

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Confidential Records Release (NT-1007)

Use this document to authorize the release of vehicle registration information to a requestor or authorized representative.

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Verification of Vehicle (REG 31)

The REG 31 is used for out of state vehicle registration in CA, when reviving a junk vehicle and for general VIN verification matters.

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Application for Clean Air Vehicle Decals (REG 1000)

Use REG 1000 to request new or replacement clean air car stickers. Clean air car stickers are available to most hybrid vehicles.

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Application for Disabled Person Parking Placard or Plates (REG 195)

REG 195 is required when applying for a disabled person card and/or license plates. The document requires signature from a medical professional.

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Application for Salvage Certificate or NonRepairable Vehicle Certificate (REG 488C)

Used to record a vehicle as salvage or non-repairable. License plates must be turned into the DMV with this application.

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Application for Vessel Certificate of Number (BOAT 101)

A BOAT 101 is required to register an undocumented vessel (motor or sail powered boat) in California.

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Certificate of Planned Non-Operation (REG 102)

A Certificate of Non-Operation, or Non-Op Certificate is required if you intend to no longer drive your vehicle.

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Miscellaneous Certifications (REG 256A)

The REG 256A is used for in variety DMV transactions including Disabled Veteran Registration Exemption.

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Statement of Construction (REG 5036)

Use a REG 5036 when applying to register a home-made, specially constructed, or kit vehicle.

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