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Registration in Trona, California


California Registration in Trona

The State of California requests all citizens to register their vehicle at the DMV in California. This procedure will save time and effort when dealing with any DMV’s issue that may arise. The drivers will be requested to update their personal information and current state of the vehicle at every moment. Depending on the different type of registration the vehicle needs, a fee will have to be paid in order to complete the transaction.

Next you will find all the required documentation to register your vehicle at the DMV. Please bear in mind that all of this information is the one required for regular vehicles and motorcycles. 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

If you purchased your vehicle at the dealership, that may mean that half of the Registration procedure has been made for you, as a lot of dealers have the authorization to proceed with it. If that is not your case, you will have to do the Registration yourself.

    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 car in Trona

This transaction is called by the name: “Private party purchase Registration”. When purchasing a vehicle from another person the buyer will have 10 days to register the new vehicle under his/her name at the DMV. On the other hand, the seller of the vehicle, will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.

If you have bought a vehicle from another person, you will have to notify the DMv about the new Title of the Vehicle:

  • The buyer will have 10 days to register the new vehicle under his/her name at the DMV.
  • On the other hand, the seller of the vehicle 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, the following paperwork will be necessary:

  • The Vehicle’s Title, or as regularly called: “Pink Slip”
  • The Bill of Sale
  • The Vehicle’s record of odometer mileage
  • The Smog certificate of the Vehicle
  • The Applicable fees

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, so please check the official DMV website to ensure you have the correct documentation before making your appointment.

Motorcycles in Trona

If you have purchased or been given any kind of motor-clycled vehicle, you will have to register it at the DMV. To be able to proceed with this procedure, you will be demanded of the following paperwork:

  • The California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
  • Insurance Certificate
  • Your current California Motorcycle license
  • 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.

All motorized scooters (any vehicle that contains 2 wheels, a motor, handlebars, and a floorboard where you can stand on while riding it) will be allowed to be used in public streets and will not require any registration. All riders must be at least 16 years or older, and be in possession of a valid driver's license. In this case, helmets are mandatory.

Special Vehicles

There may be different requirements for special vehicles. In this case, you will need to check the DMV official website in order to register the following vehicles:

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

Registration renewal in Trona

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.

Please bear in mind that a series of requirements will be demanded to be able to complete the “self-service renewal” . 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.

The renewal of special vehicles, or if there is a special scenario, 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.

Replacement of your registration card in Trona

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.

The DMV facilitates the payment of the applicable fee 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 Trona

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.

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DMV offices in Trona, California

540A Perdew Avenue


Ridgecrest DMV Office


93555


(800) 777-0133

5520 Lake Isabella Road G-1


Lake Isabella DMV Office


93240


(800) 777-0133

528 East Virginia Way


Barstow DMV Office


92311


(800) 777-0133

14855 Corta Drive


Victorville DMV


92395


(800) 777-0133

721 W Ave L6


Lancaster DMV Office


93534


(800) 777-0133

317 Campus Drive


Arvin DMV Office


93203


(800) 777-0133

2260 - D East Palmdale


Palmdale DMV Office


93550


(800) 777-0133

329 E. Olive Avenue


Porterville DMV Office


93257


(800) 777-0133



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