Are you reporting a death?
Yes
Please mail a copy of the death certificate and a photo copy of their license or ID if you have it to the DMV. This will prevent further mailings or identity theft
Do I give you the plates?
It may be possible to request a refund of the deceased individual s registration fee. DMV will issue the refund to the name of the estate.
Has the estate of the registrant is settled?
No
There are outstanding issues
The death of a family member can be a busy and difficult time. When someone dies, they often leave outstanding issues that need to be resolved. On this page you ll find information that will help you take care of any issues with the deceased individual s driver s license and vehicle registration and title
How do I transfer ownership of the deceased's vehicle?
Use this checklist to help you transfer the ownership when the vehicle owner is deceased PDF MV-843
When the estate is settled, what do I do?