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Idaho: notifying the DMV after you sell

Idaho requires you to tell the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) when you sell your car. Filing protects you from tickets, tolls or accidents involving the car after it leaves your hands.

At a glance

  • Required? Yes, by law
  • Deadline: Within 5 days of handing over the car (your pickup day)
  • Form: Notice of Release of Liability (Form ITD 3858)
  • Where to file: Online at DMVonline.ITD.Idaho.gov, or by mail to your county assessor's motor vehicle office
  • Fee: $3.50

How to file

  1. File online at DMVonline.ITD.Idaho.gov, or fill out Form ITD 3858 and mail it to your county assessor's motor vehicle office.
  2. List Plug as the buyer. Ask your Plug contact for Plug's name and address.
  3. Save your confirmation.

Your license plates

  • Remove your plates before pickup. They're yours, not the car's.
  • Transfer them to another vehicle.

Keep for your records

  • Your filing confirmation or a copy of the form
  • A copy of the signed title
  • Your Bill of Sale

Official source

Idaho Transportation Department: DMV

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DMV rules change. Last reviewed October 2026. Check the Idaho ITD site for the latest requirements.