REG 17 — Special Interest License Plate Application
REG 17 orders, replaces, exchanges, or reassigns California special interest and environmental license plates. Tags Clinic helps you retain or release personalized plates when selling a car in San Diego County.
Tags Clinic is a licensed California DMV Business Partner. Tags Clinic is not owned or operated by the California DMV.
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How to Complete This Form
Instructions
- Select the correct transaction type on REG 17 (new, replacement, exchange, or reassignment).
- Enter plate configuration, vehicle VIN, and registered owner details.
- For sales, complete Section 4 to retain, reassign, or release plate interest before transfer.
- Include fees for your plate type and sign where indicated.
- Visit Tags Clinic for same-day guidance at our San Diego or Escondido offices.
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Executive Summary
REG 17 orders, replaces, exchanges, or reassigns California special interest and environmental license plates. Tags Clinic helps you retain or release personalized plates when selling a car in San Diego County. Tags Clinic helps San Diego and Escondido customers complete REG 17 with expert BPA review before DMV submission.
Key Takeaways
- Select the correct transaction type on REG 17 (new, replacement, exchange, or reassignment).
- Enter plate configuration, vehicle VIN, and registered owner details.
- For sales, complete Section 4 to retain, reassign, or release plate interest before transfer.
- Include fees for your plate type and sign where indicated.
Important Facts
- Form
- REG 17 — Special Interest License Plate Application
- Free download available
- Help
- Walk-in at San Diego & Escondido
- Business type
- Licensed DMV Business Partner
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Tags Clinic is a licensed California DMV Business Partner. Tags Clinic is not owned or operated by the California DMV.