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Chapter 24: Vessels
24.095 Notice of Sale of Vessel Registrations
Chapter 24 Vessels
24.095 Notice of Sale of Vessel Registrations (CVC §9911)
The seller of a vessel must notify DMV of the sale within five calendar days by submitting a Notice of Release of Liability (REG 138) form by mail or online. The REG 138 must be forwarded directly to DMV or auto club, not to a dealer or vessel agent (CVC §9905). Auto clubs are authorized agents for DMV.