DMV Form REG 156 – Fill Out and Use This PDF

The DMV REG 156 form serves as an application for the replacement of various items such as plates, stickers, and documents related to California vehicle registration. This form is crucial for vehicle owners who have lost, had stolen, or damaged their registration materials and need to request replacements. It is a straightforward process that requires filling out specific details and submitting the form to the California Department of Motor Vehicles either by mail or in person.

If you've found yourself in a situation where you need to replace your license plates, registration card, or other documents, taking immediate action is important. Click the button below to start filling out the DMV REG 156 form and ensure your vehicle registration details are up to date.

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Within the framework of vehicle management and registration, the State of California offers a specific solution for the replacement of essential vehicular accessories and documentation through the DMV REG 156 form. When individuals find themselves facing the loss, theft, or destruction of license plates, stickers, and various documents related to their vehicles, this form serves as a beacon of resolution. Not only does it cover the broad spectrum of vehicular identifiers including, but not limited to, license plates, year stickers, and disabled person placards, it also extends to encompass vessel-specific credentials. The structured process outlined within the form requires detailed information from vehicle owners, including their complete identification, vehicle specifics, and a clear statement of the items they seek to replace. Furthermore, it mandates honesty and accuracy under the penalty of perjury, ensuring that all declarations made during the application process are true. Accompanying this, there’s a stipulation for addressing discrepancies in the records of the owners' addresses, calling for in-person verifications should such situations arise, especially in cases of theft. This proactive approach by the California Department of Motor Vehicles underscores their dedication to public service, imbued with the aim of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, while also facilitating ease and convenience for residents in rectifying loss or damage to their vehicle-related documents and accessories.

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Form Name	DMV Form REG 156
Form Length	1 pages
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Fillable fields	66
Avg. time to fill out	13 min 31 sec
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA	APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES®	PLATES, STICKERS, DOCUMENTS
A Public Service Agency

Complete all sections of this form and submit to any DMV office or mail to: DMV, P.O. Box 942869, Sacramento, CA 94269-0001

NOTE: There is a fee to replace most items. If your address has changed, submit the appropriate Change of Address form.

For current fee information, visit www.dmv.ca.gov, or call 1-800-777-0133.

DMV USE ONLY

DL/ID/OL NUMBER	CA
	CA
	O/S

DL/ID NUMBER (IF PRIOR RDF)	CA
	CA
	O/S

NUMBER OF PLATES SURRENDERED	TECHS INITIALS

OFFICE DATE ID #


VEHICLE LICENSE PLATE/CF NUMBER	MAKE	VEHICLE ID NUMBER/HULL ID NUMBER

DISABLED PERSON PLACARD NUMBER	BIRTH DATE, IF DP PLACARD	ENGINE NUMBER (MOTORCYCLES ONLY)

SECTION 1 — REGISTERED OWNER OF RECORD (Please Print)

TRUE FULL NAME (LAST, FIRST, MIDDLE) OR BUSINESS NAME			DRIVER LICENSE/ID CARD NUMBER


CO-OWNER TRUE FULL NAME (LAST, FIRST, MIDDLE)			DRIVER LICENSE/ID CARD NUMBER


PHYSICAL RESIDENCE OR BUSINESS ADDRESS (INCLUDE ST., AVE., RD., CT., ETC.)	APT./SPACE/STE. #	CITY		STATE	ZIP CODE

COUNTY OF RESIDENCE OR COUNTY WHERE VEHICLE/VESSEL IS PRIMARILY GARAGED

MAILING ADDRESS (IF DIFFERENT FROM PHYSICAL ABOVE)	APT./SPACE/STE. #	CITY		STATE	ZIP CODE

SECTION 2 — PLATES, STICKERS, DOCUMENTS REQUEST — I am requesting replacement of (Check appropriate box(es))

NOTE: For replacement of missing License Plate, License Sticker, or Disabled Person Placard, if the original item is later located or received, the original item is no longer valid and must be destroyed or returned to DMV.

License Plates		Vessel (Boat) Year Sticker	Disabled Person Placard	CVRA Weight Decal
Registration Card		Vessel Certificate of Number	Disabled Person ID Card	CVRA Year Sticker
Year	Month Sticker	Vessel Mussel Sticker	Planned Non-Operation (PNO) Card	Trailer or OHV ID Card

SECTION 3 — THE ITEM REQUESTED WAS (Check appropriate box(es))

Lost

Stolen

Destroyed/Mutilated (remnants/remains of the plate(s) must be surrendered to DMV)

Not Received from DMV (Allow 30 days from issue date before reapplying)

Not Received from Prior Owner

Surrendered — Number of plates surrendered to DMV

One

Two

Special Plates were Retained by Owner (Personalized, Disabled Person, Disabled Veteran)

Requesting Registration Card with Current Address

Per CVC §4467 – Copy of a police report, court documentation, or other law enforcement documentation required.

Other – Explain:

SECTION 4 — LICENSE PLATE Complete only if address is different than DMV records (California Vehicle Code (CVC) §4466)

If the license plate(s) were stolen or missing and your address is different from the department’s records, then you must appear in person at a DMV office and bring the following items: 1) An original or photocopy of proof of ownership (i.e., Certificate of Title, Registration Card, or Registration Renewal Notice); 2) Your Driver License or Identification Card; 3) If stolen, a copy of the police report stating the license plate(s) were stolen is required; 4) If duplicate license plates have been issued within the last 90 days, a CHP verification of the vehicle identification number (VIN) is required.

Check appropriate box:

One license plate missing (automobiles/two-plate commercial vehicles/pick-ups only). The remaining plate must be surrendered to DMV.

Two license plates are missing or one license plate is missing for a single-plate commercial truck tractor, motorcycle, or trailer. The registered owner must immediately notify a law enforcement agency (e.g., police or sheriff’s dept., CHP, etc.).

SECTION 5 — CERTIFICATION

The registered owner mailing address is valid, existing, and an accurate mailing address. I consent to receive service of process at this mailing address pursuant to CVC §1808.21, Code of Civil Procedure §§415.21(b), 415.30(a), and 416.90.

I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

PRINT TRUE FULL NAME	TITLE IF SIGNING FOR COMPANY	DAYTIME TELEPHONE NUMBER
		(	)
SIGNATURE OF REGISTERED OWNER		DATE
X

REG 156 (REV. 11/2016) WWW

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