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Dealers Handbook in New Jersey
New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) does not provide a dealers' manual. Instead it offers a concise online requirements page for new and used dealerships, including leasing licenses.What You'll Find

Within this page, you'll find every requirement needed for a vehicle dealership license. There are specific requirements about your place of business, signage, showroom space, and detailed information about necessary applications and certificates. Here's a quick list of the major ones:
During the application process, you will be fingerprinted, and there will be careful review of your insurance and bonding.
This page also includes a small section listing potential violations that could cause your dealer license to be suspended or revoked.
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