West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles · West Virginia state form
DMV-INS-3 Ownership of a Motor Vehicle Involved in an Insurance Violation
Use DMV-INS-3 to document a vehicle ownership transfer in response to a pending or existing compulsory insurance suspension involving the vehicle.
- What this form is
- DMV-INS-3 is a notarized statement for documenting the transfer of a motor vehicle involved in an insurance violation. It asks for the seller’s and purchaser’s information, vehicle details, transfer date, file number, and suspension date. If the purchaser cannot sign, the seller must explain why and have a witness to the sale sign. The form says it is not a substitute for a bill of sale.
- Who needs it
- A listed vehicle owner responding to a pending or existing suspension pertaining to the DMV’s compulsory insurance section may use this form.
- Why it needs a notary
- The statement must include an appointed notary public’s official stamp or embossed seal and official signature; it can be notarized online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Submit the completed form by mail or fax to WV DMV Compulsory Insurance. Keep copies of all forms sent to DMV for your records.
Questions
What is DMV-INS-3 used for?
The form is for responding to a pending or existing suspension pertaining to the DMV’s compulsory insurance section. It documents transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle involved in an insurance violation and is not a substitute for a bill of sale.
Does DMV-INS-3 need to be notarized?
Yes. The form requires the official stamp or embossed seal and official signature of an appointed notary public. The signature can be notarized online with a commissioned online notary.
How do I submit DMV-INS-3?
The form says to submit it by mail or fax to WV DMV Compulsory Insurance. It also instructs you to retain copies of all forms sent to DMV for your records.