Forms

Download Reader Software

Most of the forms necessary to conduct California Department of Motor Vehicles transactions are available in PDF format. All you need is the free Acrobat Reader software from Adobe. You can also fill out forms online, print them, and then either drop them in the mail or take them to the DMV.

Commonly Used Forms

• Change of Address

• Request for Driving Record (or motor vehicle registration history)

• Traffic Accident Report (SR 1)

• Bill of Sale (used motor vehicles)

• Certificate of Non-Operation

• Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment Form (Reg 262 is not available online because of its sensitive secure nature)

• Application For Replacement Plates, Stickers, Documents (Reg 156)

• Application for Registration

• Statement of Facts (Reg 256 to waive title tax for in-family transfers of vehicles)

• Application for Copy of Title (Reg 227)

• Application for Disabled Parking Placard (with sections for the disabled person's physician to complete)

• Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability downloadable form or online form

• Affidavit of Non-Use (Reg 5090)

• Power of Attorney (Reg 260)

• Medical Examination Report (commercial drivers DOT physical)

• Application for Motor Carrier Permit

• Report of Vision Examination (DL 62)

But be advised that not all forms (such as the common DL 44 or DL 44C that are the first step in applying for a new license or commercial drivers license) are available to download. The reason these forms, and some others, are not available online is that they are controlled documents; each are assigned a unique barcode. If you need one of these forms you can call DMV’s Automated Telephone Service at 1 (800) 777-0133 to have one mailed to you.

Checklists

There is a checklist section to help you complete certain DMV transactions using the correct forms and in the correct order. These checklists contain links to the forms and a list of the requirements you must meet for a variety of licensing situations

• Drivers License

• Driving Permits

• Commercial Permit

• Motorcycle Permit

• Motorcycle License

• Vehicle Registration

Special License Plates Forms

Using these online forms, you can now fill out an application for a personalized or specialized license plate on your computer. However, you must print and mail the form along with the required fees to your local DMV office.

Don't See What You Need?

The California DMV has more downloadable and printable forms available online. If you don't see the form or forms you need, contact the California DMV or check this main listing for its forms.

Publications and Handbooks

Forms aren't all you can find online. The California DMV also has a wide variety of publications that you may read or print. These publications include:

• California Drivers Handbook

• Parent-Teen Training Guide

• Handbook of Registration Procedures

• California Motorcycle Handbook

• California Commercial Driver Handbook

• California Recreational Vehicles and Trailers Handbook

Other Languages

The California Driver's Handbook is also available in Chinese, Russian, Tagalog, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Vehicle Code and Other Laws

If you've got plenty of time for reading, the DMV serves up an online version of the California Vehicle Code. There's also a listing of new California laws regarding driver licensing and motor vehicles.

Informational Brochures

To make finding information even easier, the DMV also has a series of "Fast Facts" and "How-To" brochures designed to answer basic questions about driver licensing, motor vehicle registration, and other topics.

Download any of the Fast Facts or How-To brochures on driver licensing or vehicle registration, as well as miscellaneous brochures on such topics as ordering large quantities of DMV forms, obtaining DMV records, and information pertaining to service animals.

Contact the California DMV

If you prefer to receive a copy of any California DMV form or publication by mail, simply contact your local DMV office or call (800) 777-0133 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.