{"id":13012,"date":"2020-04-15T15:04:16","date_gmt":"2020-04-15T22:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/handbook\/agents-handbook-for-registration-of-undocumented-vessels\/agent-information\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T09:25:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T16:25:21","slug":"agent-information","status":"publish","type":"dmv_handbook","link":"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/handbook\/agents-handbook-for-registration-of-undocumented-vessels\/agent-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Agent Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.005 Agents (CVC&nbsp;\u00a79858)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CVC \u00a79858 authorizes DMV to appoint undocumented vessel registration agents by contractual agreement after approval of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/file\/application-for-appointment-and-agreement-as-a-non-public-undocumented-vessel-registration-agent-ol-54\/\">Application for Appointment and Agreement as a Non-Public Undocumented Vessel Registration Agent (OL 54)<\/a> form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.010 Appointment Termination (CVC \u00a79858 and CCR \u00a7190.34)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DMV may authorize any person to act as an agent for the issuance of a certificate of number or temporary certificate of number. By applying, the agent has agreed to comply with responsibilities, duties, and conditions set forth on the agreement of appointment. Failure to comply will result in termination of the agent&#8217;s authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.015 Business Licensing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DMV does not license vessel and marine dealers. Contact the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.boe.ca.gov\">Board of Equalization (BOE)<\/a> and your local county or city administration offices for information regarding retail business licenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.020 Conditions for Appointment (CCR \u00a7190.34)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be appointed, a vessel agent must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain a place of business related to the marine industry that is open to the general public.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify the place of business by a sign or other prominent display of the business name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep all monies collected for the registration of vessels separate and account for these funds on forms in accordance with procedures established by DMV (CVC \u00a79859).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make supplies issued by DMV available for review and return them on demand to an authorized DMV employee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notify DMV immediately in writing of any change in the business, including location, termination of business, or other circumstances which would warrant discontinuation of the appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.025 Dealer and Manufacturer Numbers (CCR \u00a7190.08)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Undocumented vessels using California waters must display a current registration number (CF number).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vessel dealer or manufacturer may obtain a special series number for demonstrating or testing a vessel held in inventory which is not currently registered. Refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/handbook\/agents-handbook-for-registration-of-undocumented-vessels\/vessel-numbers\/#specialnumbers\">Application for Special Numbers (Dealers and Manufacturers) section in Chapter 2<\/a>. The number is valid only during the period of test or demonstration and must not be permanently affixed to any vessel. These numbers are not transferable. The letter suffixes are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dealer: DA-DZ<br>Manufacturer: MA-MY<br><strong>Example:<\/strong> CF1234DA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These numbers are issued only from DMV headquarters and cannot be issued over the phone. To obtain a dealer or manufacturer number:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete an Application for Boat Registration Number Dealer-Manufacturer (BOAT 101A) form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong>Circle<\/strong> Dealer or Manufacturer on the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show the dealer\u2019s or manufacturer\u2019s Board of Equalization account number on the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mail the form with the required fee to: Department of Motor Vehicles Vessel Section, MS C272 PO Box 942869 Sacramento, CA 94269-0001<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.030 Document Preparation Service Fee (CVC \u00a79858.1)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vessel agent may charge a document preparation fee <strong>not<\/strong> to exceed twenty ($20) dollars. This fee is collected at the vessel agent\u2019s discretion and is not remitted to the department. It is unlawful to represent this as a government fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.035 Duties of Agents (CVC \u00a7\u00a79858, 9859 and CCR \u00a7\u00a7190.36, 190.38)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vessel agents may process the following applications for their customers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Original vessel registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer of vessel ownership.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewal of vessel registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duplicate California Certificates of Ownership, California Certificates of Number, and stickers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span role=\"region\" class=\"format-label--important\"><span class=\"format-label__text\">Important<\/span> Vessel agents can only register the vessels or trailers they sell.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vessel agents must<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remit state funds on the agent\u2019s check, certified check, or money order made payable to DMV for the amount of fees collected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare and send to DMV a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/file\/transmittal-of-registration-applications-fo-247\/\">Transmittal of Vessel Registration Applications (ADM 173-1)<\/a> form for all transactions processed with the documents and fees at least<strong> once a week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete and provide a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/file\/quarterly-physical-inventory-report-boat-124-1\/\">Quarterly Physical Inventory (BOAT 124-1)<\/a> form by the fifth of January, April, July, and October.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By the end of the month, if no transactions have been processed, submit a BOAT 124-1 stating \u201cNo transactions during the month.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong>Not<\/strong> send registration applications or fees to a local field office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong>Not<\/strong> request accountable items or forms from a local field office. Only DMV headquarters can process vessel agent work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send their work\/fees directly to DMV headquarters with a Cashiers Daily Record (ADM 173) form to:<br><br> Department of Motor Vehicles<br> Vessel Section, MS C272<br> PO Box 942869<br> Sacramento, CA 94269-0001<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.040 Occupational Licensing (OL) Branch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact the OL Branch for forms, application packages, or general questions at (916) 229-3126. <a href=\"\/portal\/dmv\">DMV\u2019s website<\/a> provides vessel agents with up-to-date information and forms. Search for Occupational Licensing or click <em>Forms<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.045 Ordering Vessel Forms and Supplies for Agent\u2019s Use Only<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no charge to order vessel agent forms and supplies. Vessel agents may obtain forms by submitting a request on vessel agent letterhead which identifies the forms needed by number and name, quantities required, street address for delivery (no P.O. Box), contact name, and phone number to DMV by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phone at (916) 229-3126<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fax at (916) 229-4728<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mail to:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<body><p><\/p><p style=\"margin-left: 40px\">Department of Motor Vehicles<br>\nOccupational Licensing Branch, MS L224<br>\nPO Box 932342<br>\nSacramento, CA 94232-3420<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DMV sends supplies first class mail or courier service; therefore, to ensure delivery, someone must be present to receive the order. Allow a minimum of 10 working days for delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upon receipt of accountable items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Verify the numeric sequences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Note any discrepancies on the white copy of the Notice of Transfer of Accountable or Controlled Items (ADM 518) form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign, date, and return the white copy of the ADM 518 to the address above. Treat these items like cash.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.050 Ordering Vessel Registration-Related Forms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no charge to order vessel forms and supplies. Vessel agents may obtain forms by submitting a request on vessel agent letterhead which identifies the forms needed by number and name, quantities required, street address for delivery (no P.O. Box), contact name, and phone number to DMV by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mail to:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<body><p><\/p><p style=\"margin-left: 40px\">Department of Motor Vehicles<br>\nMaterials Management<br>\n4201 Sierra Point Dr. Ste. 112<br>\nSacramento, CA 95834-1998<br>\nFax at: (916) 928-6817<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>E-mail to <a href=\"mailto:dmvasdpublicforms@dmv.ca.gov\">dmvasdpublicforms@dmv.ca.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<body><figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"region\"><table><thead><tr><th>Form Number<\/th><th>Form Name<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>ADM 518<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Notice of Transfer of Accountable or Controlled Items<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 100*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Historical Vessel Plaque<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 101*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Registration Number, Certificate of Ownership and Certificate of Number for Undocumented Vessel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 101A*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Boat Registration Number (Dealer-Manufacturer)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 110*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Vessel Dealer or Manufacturer&#8217;s Sales Tax Certification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 111*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Vessel Verification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 124-1*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Quarterly Physical Inventory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 152*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Lien Sale Authorization and Lienholder\u2019s Certification Vessel or Vessel\/Trailer Valued Over $1,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 5*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Affidavit for Transfer Without Probate-California Titled Vehicle or Vessels Only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 101*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Statement to Record Ownership\/Statement of Error or Erasure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 102*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Certificate of Non-Operation\/Planned Non-Operation Certificate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 119*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Certificate of Repossession-Conditional Sale Contract<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 135*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Bill of Sale<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 138*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 156*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Replacement Plates, Stickers, Documents (Duplicate or Substitute Vessel Sticker\/Certificate of Number)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 166*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Lien Satisfied\/Legal Owner\/Title Holder Release<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 227*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Duplicate or Paperless Title<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 256*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Statements of Facts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 256A*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Miscellaneous Certifications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 260*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Power of Attorney<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>REG 262<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Vehicle\/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment Form<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>DMV 14*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Notice of Change of Address<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>INFO 1126*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Registration Information Request for Lien Sale<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>ADM 173<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Cashier\u2019s Daily Record<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>ADM 173-1<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Transmittal of Vessel Registration Applications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 124-1<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Quarterly Physical Inventory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>OL 54**<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Application for Appointment and Agreement as a Non-Public Undocumented Vessel Registration Agent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 102*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Permanent Vessel Number and Temporary Certificate of Number<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 103*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Miscellaneous Receipt and Temporary Certificate of Number<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>BOAT 104*<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Name<\/span>Vessel Registration Sticker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>*Accountable forms must be ordered. They are no longer automatically distributed.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><span class=\"mobile-title\">Form Number<\/span>** This form is only available on the DMV website.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.055 Quarterly Reporting (CCR \u00a7190.36)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Complete and submit to DMV a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/file\/quarterly-physical-inventory-report-boat-124-1\/\">Quarterly Physical Inventory (BOAT 124-1)<\/a> form by the fifth of January, April, July, and October listing all accountable items issued during the quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the end of the quarter, if no accountable items have been issued, submit a BOAT 124-1 stating, \u201cNo items issued during quarter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Submit the BOAT 124-1 to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Department of Motor Vehicles<br>\nOccupational Licensing, MS L224<br>\nPO Box 932342<br>\nSacramento, CA 94232-3420<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.060 Registration-Related Services for Vessel Owners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An agent may provide the following information and forms to the public:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/handbook\/vehicle-industry-registration-procedures-manual-2\/transfers\/notice-of-transfer-and-release-of-liability-nrl-irl-reg-138\/\">Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (REG 138) <\/a>form. The seller of an undocumented numbered vessel must notify DMV within 5 days of the date of the sale (CVC \u00a79911). <strong>Do not<\/strong> forward this form to DMV. It must be submitted on the <a href=\"\/portal\/dmv\">DMV website<\/a> or mailed by the seller directly to:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<body><p><\/p><p style=\"margin-left: 40px\">Department of Motor Vehicles<br>\nPO Box 942859<br>\nSacramento, CA 94259-0001<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/file\/notice-of-change-of-address-dmv-14-form-pdf\/\">Notice of Change of Address (DMV 14)  (PDF)<\/a>form. The owner must complete a DMV 14 on the <a href=\"\/portal\/dmv\">DMV website<\/a> or in writing. Advise the owner to correct the address shown on the Certificate of Number by lining out the old address and writing the correct address. Send written DMV 14 forms to DMV along with the weekly agent\u2019s Transmittal of Vessel Registration Applications (ADM 173-1) or have the applicant mail the DMV 14 to DMV at the address shown on the form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.065 Renewal of Dealer and Manufacturer Numbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dealer and manufacturer certificates of number expire every odd year on December 31. Applications for renewal of dealer or manufacturer certificates of number are mailed approximately 60 days prior to the December 31 expiration date. If the renewal fee is not paid by midnight of December 31, a new application and fee are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.070 Undocumented Vessel Registration Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DMV-appointed vessel agents accept registration or transfer applications for undocumented vessels, issue permanent vessel numbers and temporary certificates of number, and submit documents and fees to DMV. Vessel agents are appointed but <strong>not<\/strong> licensed by DMV. They are assigned a unique vessel agent number, which is entered on registration documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Registration Operations Division Vessel Section at DMV headquarters reviews and processes vessel registration documents submitted by vessel agents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Licensing Operations Division Occupational Licensing (OL) Branch processes vessel agent applications, appoints applicants to act as agents, maintains appointment records, and ensures compliance of vessel agent program responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A list of OL locations is available on the <a href=\"\/portal\/dmv\">DMV website<\/a> or by calling (916) 229-3126.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Documented vessels are processed by the U.S. Coast Guard and issued a marine certificate. Throughout this handbook the term \u201cvessel\u201d refers to an <em>undocumented<\/em> vessel.<\/p>\n\n\n<body><figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"region\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>For Information About<\/th><th>Contact<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">For Information About<\/span>\u2022 Vessel registration.<br>\u2022 Transfer applications.<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Contact<\/span>Registration Operations<br>Vessel Section, MS C272<br>PO Box 942869<br>Sacramento, CA 94269-0001<br>(916) 657-6288<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">For Information About<\/span>\u2022 Requests for inventory issuance.<br>\u2022 An application for appointment.<br>\u2022 Submission of a Quarterly Physical Inventory Report (Boat 124-1).<\/td><td><span class=\"mobile-title\">Contact<\/span>Department of Motor Vehicles<br>Occupational Licensing Unit, MS L224<br>PO Box 932342<br>Sacramento, CA 94232-3420<br>(916) 229-3126<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.075 Urgent Requests for Forms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vessel agent or agent\u2019s authorized representative may obtain accountable forms (BOAT 102, 103, and 104) by contacting the local Occupational Licensing Branch office (see Occupational Licensing (OL) Branch section in this chapter). There is no charge to order vessel forms and supplies. Vessel agents may obtain forms by submitting a request on vessel agent letterhead which identifies the forms needed by number and name, quantities required, street address for delivery (no P.O. Box), contact name, and phone number to DMV. The authorized person must display sufficient identification (e.g., a driver license or identification card) before accountable items will be released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-dmv-spacer-block spacer-box\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.080 Yacht and Ship Brokers (CH&amp;NC \u00a7701)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yacht and ship brokers negotiate the purchase, sale, or exchange of yachts, they do not own the yachts. Yacht and ship brokers (and \u201cfor hire\u201d operators) are licensed by the Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW). 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