You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.

• A. 2 days
• B. 7 days
• C. 5 days
• D. 14 days

Answer: (C)

When you sell a vehicle, you need to take responsibility off your shoulders by notifying the DMV about the transfer of ownership. California requires you to file a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability within five days of the sale. This protects you from liability for anything the vehicle does after you’ve sold it and officially records the transfer with the DMV. You can submit this online or by mail, including details like the sale date, your information, the buyer’s name, and the odometer reading. Once it’s filed, the DMV updates their records and the buyer becomes responsible for registering the vehicle. If you wait longer than five days, you could remain legally liable for tickets or crimes associated with the vehicle after the sale.