New Rochelle, NY · Westchester County
Second Hand Motor Vehicle License
This application and bond form is for people or businesses seeking a City of New Rochelle license to deal in second-hand motor vehicles.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The three-page packet collects applicant and business details, locations, officer information, and a signed certification agreeing to comply with applicable requirements. It includes a sworn statement, city authorization sections, and a bond form for the applicant and sureties. The City Clerk’s Office processes the license application, which lists a $200 fee and allows a copy of a New York State DMV surety bond as an alternative to the city bond.
Who needs it
People or businesses applying to deal in second-hand motor vehicles in New Rochelle should complete the application and provide the required bond or stated alternative.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the sworn statement before a notary or commissioner of deeds; the bond also includes an acknowledgment for the individuals who execute it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Second Hand Motor Vehicle License packet from the New Rochelle City Clerk’s Office.
- 2
Complete the Application
Enter applicant, business, officer, and location details, and review the certification and bond options.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the form’s sworn statement and applicable bond acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the required sections during the live video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Follow the City Clerk’s Office instructions to submit the notarized packet and required supporting items.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from New Rochelle. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the application notarized online?
- Complete the form, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign the required sections during the video session and follow the city’s instructions for submitting the notarized application and bond.
- Do I need to notarize both the application and bond?
- The application includes a sworn statement before a notary or commissioner of deeds, and the bond includes a separate acknowledgment for its signers. Check which bond option you are submitting and complete the applicable notary sections.
- Can a commissioned online notary notarize this form?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure whether it will accept the remotely notarized form for this filing.
- What else is included with the license application?
- The packet includes applicant and business information, city authorization sections, a $200 license fee notice, and a bond form. It also states that a copy of a New York State DMV surety bond may be provided instead of the city bond.