[BoltinAround]

I received mine in the mail already--it looks like the dealer ordered it for me, but the registration for the sticker is in their name. They sent an application form with it to transfer the stickers into my name. It says to mail the DMV a $22 check, but I am only transferring the stickers to my name, not ordering new ones. The dealer already paid the $22. Do I have to pay it again?

 

[devbolt]

You do not have to pay the fee again...

 

[BoltinAround]

You do not have to pay the fee again...

The form says to mail a check for $22 payable to DMV. There's no language that says fee not required for transfers, etc.

 

[devbolt]

The form says to mail a check for $22 payable to DMV. There's no language that says fee not required for transfers, etc.

From the DMV’s website: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/vr/decal

5. Q: I acquired a vehicle with CAV decals and transferred it into my name. Do I also have to transfer the CAV decal ownership into my name?

A: Yes. If you purchase a vehicle with existing decals, you must transfer the decals to your name using the Application for Clean Air Vehicle Decal (REG 1000) form. There is no cost provided that all required CAV decals are present on the vehicle. You will be issued a new CAV decal ID card with your name once your CAV decal transfer application is processed.

 

[DesertSprings]

Oh good to know. My dealer never told me I had to transfer the stickers to my name. It was just "We've already put them on for you, here's the DMV paperwork to keep."