Release of Liability
Description
Reporting the sale or transfer of a vehicle or vessel to the DMV does not constitute a transfer of ownership. The record is not permanently transferred out of your name until the DMV receives a completed application for transfer of ownership and payment of appropriate fees from the new owner. The vehicle record for International Registration Program (IRP) vehicles with IRP license plate number configurations may be submitted, however, the vehicle record for that license number will not be updated. When this form is properly completed and the information is recorded by the DMV, liability for parking and/or traffic violations and civil litigation resulting from operation after the date of sale becomes the responsibility of the new buyer.
Phone: 800-777-0133
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I required to notify DMV when I sell or transfer my vehicle to another owner?
How does the notice of transfer and release of liability protect me?
How will I prove that I filed a NRL via the Internet?
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Keywords
Vehicle, Car, Transportation, DMV, Release of Liability, Notice of Transfer,