The Washington motor vehicle power of attorney is a legal document that allows an individual to designate another person to handle matters related to their vehicle. This document is particularly useful for handling registration, titling, and other related transactions with the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) on the owner’s behalf. The authority granted through the power of attorney forms can be tailored to specific needs, whether for a single transaction or broader dealings.
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Form TD-420-050 is specific to the State of Washington and is recognized by the DOL. The form requires detailed information about the vehicle or vessel, such as the license plate or vessel registration number, VIN, year, make, and title number. The form is structured to include sections like:
Notarization requirements vary depending on whether a lienholder is involved. If the lienholder is an individual, the form must be notarized. However, notarization isn’t required if the lienholder is a business with a current Washington title.
| Document Name | Washington Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney Form |
| State Form Name | Form TD-420-050 |
| Relevant Link | Washington State Department of Licensing |
| Avg. Time to Fill Out | 15 minutes |
| # of Fillable Fields | 38 |
| Available Formats | Adobe PDF |
Filling out the Washington vehicle power of attorney (Form TD-420-050) requires accuracy and attention to detail to meet all legal requirements.
1. Vehicle and Owner Information
Start by entering the full details of the vehicle, including the license/registration number, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), model year, make, and model. This information is crucial for the Department of Licensing to identify the vehicle associated with the power of attorney.
2. Lienholder’s Release of Interest
If there’s a lienholder involved and it is a business with a current Washington title, their signature does not need to be notarized or certified. The lienholder must fill out their business name, title if applicable, and sign the form, declaring the release of interest in the vehicle. If the lienholder is an individual, their signature must be notarized or certified.
3. Registered Owner’s Release of Interest
As the registered owner, print your name, provide your driver’s license/ID card number, and a 10-digit phone number. Sign to declare you release all interest in the vehicle. Your signature must be notarized or certified unless it is signed in front of a WA vehicle licensing agent who can certify it.
4. Appointing Power of Attorney
Specify the name of the person you are appointing as your attorney-in-fact. This person will be authorized to sign all necessary documents to secure or release the Washington title and/or registration for the vehicle. Include their driver’s license/ID card number and a 10-digit phone number. Sign to confirm the appointment, ensuring your signature is witnessed as required.
5. Notarization/Certification
You don’t need your signature notarized if you sign in front of a Washington vehicle licensing agent, who can certify your signature. Otherwise, ensure that a notary public or an appropriate agent/subagent witnesses and certifies your signature.
