Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles · Alaska state form
Form 826 Claim of Ownership / Involuntary Lien
Form 826 lets a claimant report vehicle information and claim ownership or a lien based on circumstances such as towing, storage, work, abandonment, or repossession.
- What this form is
- Use Form 826 to provide vehicle and claimant information and identify the basis for a claim of ownership or lien. The form includes declarations about meeting applicable requirements, an odometer section, and a notary certificate. It also lists supporting documentation and processes for different claim types. The notary section does not apply to abandoned vehicles.
- Who needs it
- A person or business claiming ownership or a lien on a vehicle under one of the claim types listed on Form 826 may need this form.
- Why it needs a notary
- The signature must be notarized, which can be done online with a commissioned online notary. The form states that notarization does not apply to abandoned vehicles.
- How to submit it
- Submit it to the Alaska agency named on the form.
Questions
What is Alaska DMV Form 826 used for?
Form 826 is used to claim ownership or a lien on a vehicle. It asks for vehicle and claimant information and identifies claim types including towing, work, storage, abandonment, and repossession.
Does Form 826 need to be notarized?
Yes. The form includes a notary certificate and a subscribed-and-sworn statement. The signature must be notarized, which can be done online with a commissioned online notary. The form says this does not apply to abandoned vehicles.
What supporting documents may be required with Form 826?
The form lists evidence and process requirements for different claim types, such as towing authorization, impound notices, work or storage documentation, and notices of intent to sell or claim a vehicle.