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Why is a District of Columbia Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond Required?
The surety bond protects third parties aggrieved by a bonded principal's violation of any law or regulation in force in the District of Columbia relating to the Motor Vehicle Dealer Business. The bond also ensures lawful business practices and compliance with the rules, regulations and orders set out by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs of the District of Columbia.
The aggregate liability under this surety bond shall not exceed the bond amount during the term for which it is issued. All motor vehicle dealer bonds in the District of Columbia are posted with a term for the duration of the 2-year license period.
Motor Vehicle Dealer Bonds And Getting Your District of Columbia Business License/Registration
The following is an overview of the key motor vehicle dealer licensing requirements in the District of Columbia.
- Completed application
- Corporate registration
- $25,000 surety bond
- Clean Hands Self-Certification
- Tax Number
- Certificate of Occupancy
- Police Criminal History Report (Form PD-70)
- Certified Letter of Authorization
- Car Order and Bill of Sale and/or Conditional Sales Contract
- Motor Vehicle Salesperson Designation Letter
- Surveyor's Plat (Outdoor Facilities Only)
- Licensing and related fees
- Additional items may be needed and exact requirements may vary based on applicant, license type or obligee discretion. Please see obligee and state links in the Other Helpful Information and Links section below or contact the obligee directly for more information.
Additional District of Columbia Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond Resources & Links
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Get a Motor Vehicle Dealer License
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond Form