Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles · Nevada state form
NVL 008 Extenuating Circumstances Affidavit
Use NVL 008 to explain qualifying circumstances and document a period when a vehicle was not operated, when seeking consideration for a registration reinstatement fee reduction or waiver.
- What this form is
- The NVL 008 Extenuating Circumstances Affidavit asks a registered owner to identify the vehicle, state when it was not operated, and explain the circumstances. The form lists hospitalization, illness, death in the family, and other circumstances beyond the owner’s control. Include original receipts or other documentation verifying the circumstances and time frame, along with Nevada evidence of insurance. The affidavit must be completed in full.
- Who needs it
- A registered owner seeking consideration for a vehicle registration reinstatement fee reduction or waiver based on extenuating circumstances may use this affidavit.
- Why it needs a notary
- The completed affidavit must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized DMV representative. A commissioned online notary can notarize the signature.
- How to submit it
- Present the completed affidavit and supporting documents to a full-service DMV office, NV LIVE, or the County Assessor’s office in rural locations.
Questions
What is the NVL 008 Extenuating Circumstances Affidavit for?
The affidavit documents circumstances and a period when a vehicle was not operated. It is used when a registered owner seeks consideration for a reduction or waiver of a vehicle registration reinstatement fee.
What documents should I present with NVL 008?
Present original receipts or other documentation verifying the circumstances and time frames, along with Nevada evidence of insurance. The form also asks for an explanation and vehicle and registered-owner information.
Does NVL 008 need to be notarized?
Yes. The completed affidavit must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized DMV representative. You can have the signature notarized online with a commissioned online notary.