Authorization to Release Vehicle - California

California · Fillable PDF · Free

Let someone else pick up your car from a tow yard or impound. A tow yard, impound lot or repair shop accepts the registered owner's notarized pickup authorization. Confirm its requirements first: police release, lender or lessor documents, identification, registration, insurance and fees may also be needed.

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Who this form is for

  • Registered owners who cannot collect their vehicle personally.
  • Owners authorizing another person to pay fees, collect belongings or pick up a vehicle.

What you'll need

  • The facility's release instructions and any required police release.
  • Owner and authorized person's details, registration, VIN and license plate information.
  • Required identification, insurance, dates of authorization, supporting documents and facility fees.

How to complete it

  1. Call the facility first and check all release requirements, including any police or lender authorization.
  2. Identify the registered owner, vehicle and authorized person. Mark the permitted actions and valid dates.
  3. Save and print the PDF. The registered owner signs before the notary for the acknowledgment.
  4. Send the original and all required documents and fees with the authorized person. Release remains subject to the facility's requirements.

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