INF 70: California Request for Record Information

Check box if you want the DL/ID or VR/Vessel record certified as a true copy on file with the DMV. There is no additional fee for this service; however, this option is only available if you mail your request to DMV Headquarters in Sacramento. Field Offices cannot certify a record.

Type of information requested (Check only one box per request): Driver's License/Identification Card (Do not complete SECTION 3) or Vehicle/Vessel (Do not complete SECTION 2).

Only one type of information (DL/ID or VR) per form.

Check the appropriate box for the type of information you are requesting.

Provide the true full name of the individual or name of the business entity requesting the information.

All information is required (i.e., Requester (First, MI, Last Name or Business Name), physical address including city, state, zip code, and daytime telephone number).

If you are requesting information regarding an individual's driver's license/identification card, you must supply one of the following regarding the individual you are requesting information on: Name AND DL/ID Number OR Name AND Date of Birth.

Automated record ($5 per Automated Record): An automated record is a computer-generated record. Current record including all accidents and abstracts that are reportable by law. (See CVC §1808 for further information.) (checked November 1, 2026)

Photocopy of hardcopy and/or microfilm documents ($20 per COPY): A copy of any paper or microfilm document on file with the DMV. (checked November 1, 2026)

DL/ID Photo: You may only obtain a copy of (1) your own photo OR (2) the photo of a deceased individual if you are the Successor in Interest of the deceased's estate, e.g., executor upon providing: (A) evidence you are the lawful representative of the estate, and (B) a copy of the death certificate.

DL/ID Application: Copy of a DL/ID application including guarantor's signature.

Note: Please submit a separate INF 70 for each DL/ID record requested.

If you are requesting information regarding a vehicle or vessel registration, you must provide in C1: CA License Plate/CF Number OR Vehicle/Hull Identification Number.

Make and Year Model are optional except for lien sales (see “Are you using the correct form?” on Page 1 of these instructions.)

Automated record (computer printout): FEE: $5 Per Record. Photocopy of hardcopy and/or microfilm documents: FEE: $20 Per Copy. (checked November 1, 2026)

Current record - Provides current registered owner name, legal owner name and address, vehicle/vessel description, registration status, etc. Owner as of date - Provides the name of the registered and legal owner as of the date specified. Ownership History - Provides current owner and generally the three previous registered owners.

Photocopies on file - Provides copies of paper documents for years specified, generally available for current year plus 3 prior years (i.e., 2003, 2002, 2001).

Release of Liability (REG 138) - Provides a copy of the Release of Liability document on file for the year you specify. If no year is specified, the latest REG 138 on file will be provided.

Note: Please submit a separate INF 70 for each vehicle/vessel registration record requested.

To obtain information on all vehicles/vessels owned by a specific individual or business (commonly referred to as “asset search”), you must provide in C2: Individual's true full name (First, MI, Last) OR the name of the business AND The individual or business address, including city, state and zip code of the individual or business.

A single record or list of 8 or less vehicles/vessels currently registered to the individual or business at the address shown will be provided.

Federal law, the Driver's Privacy Protection Act (Title 18, United States Code, §§2721-2725), states that information contained in a motor vehicle record cannot be released unless the information is requested and used for a “permissible use.” A “permissible use” only allows release of non-confidential information and includes:

Motor vehicle or driver safety and theft - For use in connection with matters of motor vehicle or driver safety and theft; motor vehicle emissions; motor vehicle product alterations, recalls, or advisories; performance monitoring of motor vehicles, motor vehicle parts and dealers; motor vehicle market research activities, including survey research; and removal of non-owner records from the original owner records of motor vehicle manufacturers.

Legitimate business - For use by a legitimate business or its agents, employees, or contractors, to verify the accuracy of personal information submitted by the individual for the purposes of preventing fraud by, pursuing legal remedies against, or recovering on a debt or security interest against, the individual.

Civil, criminal, administrative or arbitral processing.

Insurance Purposes - For use by any insurer or insurance support organization, or by a self-insured entity, or its agents, employees, or contractors, in connection with claims investigation activities, anti-fraud activities, rating or underwriting.

Employer of commercial drivers - For use by an employer to obtain or verify information relating to a holder of a commercial driver's license that is required under the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986 (49 U.S.C. App. 2710 et seq.).

Any other use specifically authorized under California law - For any other use specifically authorized under the law of the State that holds the record, if such use is related to the operation of a motor vehicle or public safety. (Include state law, identified by code name and section number, which requires or permits use.)

Please provide the city, county and state where this document was completed and the date it was completed.

Individuals requesting information must sign the form and provide their DL/ID number for verification of identity.

By signing you certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that it is true and correct. The information received will not be used for any unlawful purpose.

I understand that if I provide false information, I may be subject to prosecution for false representation (California Vehicle Code §1808.45.) This is a misdemeanor punishable by a maximum fine of five thousand ($5,000) or a maximum imprisonment of one year in the county jail or both. (checked November 1, 2026)

If you are completing this form on-line, STOP, print and sign Part I and mail both Part I and Part II to DMV at the address provided.

Be sure to include appropriate fee.

You will need to provide your name and mailing address in Part I, Section 6 and complete Part II in its entirety except for DMV USE ONLY sections.

Sign Part I, Section 5 and mail both Part I and Part II to DMV at the address provided.

An Attorney representing a client in a Motor Vehicle/Vessel related incident (i.e., accident, odometer rollback, Lemon Law, etc.), you should complete the department's online form INF 1161E (Attorney's Information Request). Field Offices will NOT process INF 1161 requests.

Requesting a copy of your own driver's license/identification card (DL/ID) or vehicle/vessel (VR) record, you may present adequate proof of identity at any DMV field office. You may also complete department form INF 1125, which can be mailed to DMV Headquarters for processing (mailing address included on form).

Mail both pages to: Department of Motor Vehicles, Public Operations - MS G199, P.O. Box 944247, Sacramento, CA 94244-2470.