DPSMV1697 at a glance
What it is: Notice of Transfer of Vehicle (DPSMV1697) of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety Office of Motor Vehicles, to be completed by the owner selling, donating, or trading vehicle.
Who signs: The Seller/Donor/Trader signs the form.
A filled-in DPSMV1697 example: a seller reports a sale
How to fill out DPSMV1697, box by box
Vehicle Identification Number, License Number, Year, Make, Model and Body Style
Enter the Vehicle Identification Number, License Number, Year, Make, Model and Body Style as the vehicle is presently licensed and titled. Please type or use black ink.
Your name, driver's license and address
Enter the Name, the Driver's License Number and the Address (Street).
Enter the City, State and Zip.
Sold, Donated or Traded to
The Vehicle was Sold, Donated or Traded to:
Name and Address (Street, City, State and Zip)
Enter the Name and the Address (Street, City, State and Zip).
Date and sales price
Enter the Date of Sale/Donation/Trade and the Sales Price (if applicable).
More rules for DPSMV1697
This is not a transfer. This vehicle will not be legally transferred until the new owner makes proper application.
Common questions about DPSMV1697
Who signs it?
The Seller/Donor/Trader signs the form.
Is there a deadline?
Any person, upon transferring a motor vehicle, trailer or semi-trailer, whether by sale, lease, or otherwise, shall give a written notice of such transfer to the commissioner within fifteen days.
Where do I file it?
The owner selling, donating, or trading the vehicle completes it and mails it to P.O. Box 64886, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70896-4886.
Is there a penalty?
Every person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter for which another penalty is not specifically provided shall be fined not more than one hundred dollars, or imprisoned for not more than thirty days, or both. (checked October 31, 2026)
Sources
[1] DPSMV1697 Notice of Transfer of Vehicle, Louisiana Department of Public Safety Office of Motor Vehicles (the Official source link on this page).