Vehicle Industry Registration Procedures Manual

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Chapter 22: Corrections and Adjustments

22.010 California Certificate of Title Held by the Lienholder/Legal Owner

Chapter 22 Corrections and Adjustments

22.010 California Certificate of Title Held by the Lienholder/Legal Owner

California Certificate of Title Held by a Lienholder—The requirements for processing a correction when the lienholder has the California Certificate of Title are:

  • Provide the customer with the necessary documents, such as a Verification of Vehicle (REG 31) form or a Statement of Facts (REG 256) form.
  • Collect fees due on a report of deposit of fees (RDF) and request the California Certificate of Title and other items to complete the application.
  • Instruct the customer to mail the RDF and a return envelope to the lienholder or mail the application directly to the lienholder with a return envelope.

The procedures below must be followed:

  • The customer must provide the necessary supporting documents, such as a completed REG 31 or a REG 256.
  • The California Certificate of Title and must be completed.