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VIRP 23.015: Document Acceptability

Bonds and Certifications

Executive Summary

California DMV VIRP section 23.015 (Document Acceptability) covers title—A photocopy of the title document is not acceptable for transfer of ownership. Manufacturer’s Certificate/Statement of Origin (MCO/MSO)—The original or duplicate copy (not a photocopy) of the certificate/statement of origin issued by the…. Part of Bonds and Certifications. Tags Clinic hosts the official manual text unchanged below for dealers and registration services in California.

Key Takeaways

  • Title—A photocopy of the title document is not acceptable for transfer of ownership.
  • Manufacturer’s Certificate/Statement of Origin (MCO/MSO)—The original or duplicate copy (not a photocopy) of the certificate/statement of origin issued by the….
  • Court Document—The original, certified copy, or photocopy of a court document is acceptable.
  • Other Documents—The following may be accepted in lieu of the original document: A photocopy or fax copy of a form may be accepted, provided the information and….
  • Exception: Repetitive information, such as the make, year, and model, may be a copy when multiple applications are submitted.

Important Facts

Manual section
23.015
Chapter
Bonds and Certifications
Manual text
Verbatim DMV VIRP source below the overview
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