California Bonded Title (DMV Title Bond)
Cannot prove ownership of a vehicle? A DMV title bond, also called a bonded title, lets you register and title it. We issue them fast and inexpensively.
- Bond amount
- Set by the DMV, based on vehicle value
- Authority
- California DMV
The premium is a percentage of the bond amount, set by underwriting. The figures above are the bond amounts, not what you pay.
What it is
A title bond lets you obtain a California title for a vehicle when you cannot provide the normal proof of ownership. It protects previous owners and lienholders if a valid claim arises. The DMV sets the bond amount based on the vehicle's value.
Who needs it
- Vehicle owners with a missing, lost, or defective title
- Buyers who received a vehicle without a proper title
Bond amounts and requirements are general guidance and can change. Confirm the current requirement with the listed agency before you file. We will quote your exact bond.
Tough credit or a prior claim? It's welcome here. See how we place hard-to-place surety bonds, or get a quote and we'll place your exact bond.
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