Do you have to return old license plates Washington state?
In the state of Washington State there is typically no need to surrender your plates.
Step 3: Remove the License Plates
To initiate the sale, first remove your license plates from the vehicle. These stay with you. Leaving them on the vehicle could make you responsible for infractions committed by the new owner, such as parking tickets or speed camera tickets.
Vehicle Requirements:
More than 30 years old. Must have current registration. Be owned and operated as a collector vehicle.
Washington residents can go to their local driver licensing office and submit a signed and notarized Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest (Form TD-420-040) with the “Affidavit of Loss” portion completed. Individuals will also need to pay a duplicate registration fee.
Plates can be returned to a Driver and Vehicle Services Centre or regional agent but not at metropolitan Australia Post outlets. You may be able to get a refund if the vehicle licence had not yet expired.
Washington State law requires license plates to be attached conspicuously at the front and rear of each vehicle [if two license plates have been issued]; however, the law also allows for an exemption if it is impossible to affix the plate. According to RCW 46.16A.
If you don't file, you may be held liable for tolling bills, towing charges, and other civil or criminal liabilities incurred by the new owner. The new owner is responsible for transferring the title. Go to www.dol.wa.gov for additional information.
Can I sell my car and keep the number plate? The short answer is yes! If you have a number plate that you wish to keep when you sell or scrap your car, you must make an application to keep the registration plate by assigning it to a Retention Document.
Yes, if your vehicle was sold/traded/destroyed/totaled after your registration was purchased. We must receive your request BEFORE the registration period begins.
You may surrender your Washington vehicle license plates in the following manner: (a) Take them to your local vehicle licensing office; (b) Mail them to the department of licensing in Olympia, Washington.
How long do you have to return a used car in Washington state?
If you have taken possession of the car, you must promptly return it when notified that the transaction cannot be completed within the 4 working-days period.
Yes, if your vehicle was sold/traded/destroyed/totaled after your registration was purchased. We must receive your request BEFORE the registration period begins.