29.015 Reproducing DMV Forms

The following must be reproduced as closely as possible to the DMV version:

• Size of the finished form.
• Format (precise placement of text, graphics, and margins).
• Content (latest revision).
• Number of pages or sides.
• Overall legibility must be equivalent or better.
• Typeset font size.
• Type face (Arial or equivalent).
• Paper weight and color of paper and ink.
• Form number and revision date.
• 3/8 inch (2 picas) blank margin around the form.
• Necessary indices or markings for microfilm processing.

It is the requester’s responsibility to check with DMV for the latest revision of the form.

New Requirements:

Copyright Notice–must consist of the following elements:

• The word “Copyright.”
• The copyright symbol “©.”
• The year of revision or, for a new form, first year of publication.
• “State of California, Department of Motor Vehicles.”
• “All rights reserved.”

Example for REG 42 (REV. 3/2007) form:

Copyright © 2007 State of California, Department of Motor Vehicles. All rights reserved.

The copyright symbol may be typed with the keyboard number lock on by pressing and holding the Alt key and typing “0169” on the number pad.

Reproduced Form Box–replaces the DMV logo and must contain the following elements:

• The box should measure .5 inch x 1.19 inches.
• The words “Reproduced Form” in 8 point bold Arial font.
• The approval number provided by the Divisional Forms Reproduction Administrator in 12 point bold Arial font.

DMV forms are subject to copyright law protections. Written permission from the DMV Divisional Form Reproduction Administrator must be obtained to reproduce any DMV Form.

Requests to reproduce forms with serial numbers may be considered but will be subject to additional requirements reporting criteria, and a signed agreement.

The following form elements must not be reproduced:

• DMV logos.
• Any reference to the Office of State Publishing (OSP)–either OSP or a seven or eight digit number on the bottom right hand corner of the form (i.e., 14 12345).
• The State Seal.

Exception: If the form is photocopied, the items listed above do not need to be removed. Photocopying in bulk quantities requires prior DMV approval.  photocopy size must be the same size as the original form and must be legible.

Requesters may not add the following:

• Company name.
• Company assigned tracking numbers.
• Company logo, contact information, website, or email address.
• Any verbiage that may be construed as an advertisement.

Forms that may not be reproduced:

• Accountable forms.
• Certificates (e.g., ownership, registration card, driver education, etc.).
• Licenses and special certificates (photo and temporary, and any form used to reproduce driver licenses).
• Application for Driver License/Identification Card (DL 44 or DL 44C) form.
• Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment Form (REG 262).
• Verification of Vehicle (REG 31) form.