Yes. It is necessary. If you are planning to surrender your plates at a DMV office, you would need to complete the Plate Surrender Application PDF [ 1 ] PD-7 for each set of plates you are surrendering.
Is it possible to get a refund of my registration fee if I change my name on my car registration?
Yes, Surrender your plates and request a transfer receipt.
Do you also know about the registry if plates are lost, destroyed or stolen? . Can you explain the steps for lost, stolen, or destroyed license plates?