Registration in Colton

The California State requires that all citizens register their vehicle at the DMV office near their homes. All drivers will be requested to update their personal information and current state of the vehicle at every moment, this process will save time and effort when dealing with any issue that may arise. Depending on the type of vehicle registration the driver needs, a fee will have to be paid in order to complete the transaction.

The information and documents required for the registration of regular vehicles and motorcycles will be found in the following paragraphs. In the case you need to register a vessel or a special vehicle, please visit the official DMV website to be sure you have all the paperwork you need for your kind of vehicle.

New registration in Colton

If you have bought a new vehicle at the dealership, (if they have the authorization to proceed with) they can make half of the Registration procedure for you . If that is not your case, you will have to do the Registration yourself.

When applying for the new registration, make sure you count with:

New Vehicle: You will have to bring a Application for Title or Registration (REG 343) form.

Used Vehicle: the California Certificate of Title will be requested (if the vehicle is registered in another State, an out-of-state title will be necessary).

The Certificate of Title must be signed up for both parts (The seller and by yourself).

Title transfer fees receipt.

Before making your appointment, please check the DMV portal to verify the necessary paperwork, as depending on the different kind of vehicle you want to register, some other legal forms or certificates will be necessary.

Registration of an used vehicle in Colton

If you purchased your vehicle from another person you, as the buyer, will have 10 days to register the new vehicle title at the DMV. This transaction is under the name: “Private party purchase Registration”. The seller of the vehicle on the other hand, will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.

To be able to change the ownership of the vehicle, it will be necessary to present the following paperwork:

Vehicle’s Title, or Pink Slip
The Bill of Sale
The vehicle’s record of odometer mileage
A Smog certificate
The fees receipt

This transaction can be made in person making an appointment to the DMV, or by regular mail.

Depending on the kind of vehicle you want to register, there may be different documentation required. Please check the official DMV website to assure you have the correct documentation before making your appointment.

Motorcycles in Colton

It is necessary to register at the DMV any kind of motorcycle vehicle you have purchased or have been given. To proceed with this, you will be demanded of the following documents:

California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
An Insurance Certificate
Current California Motorcycle license
Applicable fees receipt.

Please bear in mind that all miniature vehicles (or pocket bikes) are exempt of any registration and therefore cannot be operated in public streets, as they don't comply with the Federal Safety Standards.

Also bear in mind that all miniature vehicles (or pocket bikes) are exempt from any registration. This also means that these vehicles cannot be operated in public streets, as they don't comply with the Federal Safety Standards.

Special Vehicles

The following vehicles may have different requirements for its registration. If this is your case, please check the DMV official website before making your appointment.

Boats or vessels
Modified vehicles
Imported vehicles
Off highway vehicles
Revived vehicles
Commercial vehicles
Etc.

Registration renewal in Colton

If you need to renew your vehicle's registration you can do it using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.

First of all, you have to be sure you are in possession of:

The license plate number
Your VIN (Vehicle identification Number), or the HIN (Hull identification number)
The renewal notice with your current address

In the case you already count with this 3, you can use any of the Kiosk stations to complete your self- service renewal.

To be able to complete the “self-service renewal” bear in mind that a series of requirements will be demanded .The renewal of special vehicles or vessels, if there is any infraction or pending issues, you will have to use the online renewal system, as the self-service will not be possible. If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to visit the official DMV website.

Bear in mind that when a renewal of your vehicle's registration is needed, you can proceed using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.

Replacement of your registration card in Colton

You will need to request a replacement of your registration card to the DMV If your card has been lost, damaged or stolen.

To be able to proceed with this transaction you can use the different DMV tools at your disposal:

Submit an online application
Visit your local DMV office and the Kiosk
In person.

This procedure will demand the payment of a fee. The DMV facilitates the payment of this amount by the online tool, or by mail to the address: Department of Motor Vehicles - Registration Operations - PO Box 942869 - Sacramento, California 94269-0001.

Registration fees in Colton

All registration fees will basically be based on the type of vehicle, its price and the city you are living in. There are other factors that may influence this figure, like if you have had any infractions or violations to the Federal circulation laws. All fees can be calculated for new vehicles registrations, or for special vehicles at the DMV official website. The range of the DMV Registration fees are between 20$ and 70$ approximately.

This website is privately owned and is not affiliated with the DMV (State of California Department of Motor and Vehicles). Remember that we are never going to solicit any personal information, ID or credentials. Official California DMV website: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/