California vehicle bill of sale: find Form REG 135

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01Open REG 135 on the California DMV website and check the fields for your vehicle or vessel.
02Prepare the identifying information, sale details, and signatures requested in the form.
03Check the title and other documents required for a private-party transfer. The buyer generally has 10 days to transfer ownership.
04The seller has 5 days to report the transfer to DMV. Follow the separate Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability process.

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What is the California bill-of-sale form number?+

REG 135. Download the PDF from California DMV so you are using the state’s published form.

Is REG 135 the release of liability?+

No. California DMV describes a separate Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability, which the seller must complete after a sale.

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