Does the vehicle mortgage release require personal attendance?
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Vehicle mortgage release procedures do not necessarily require personal attendance and can be handled by an authorized representative. Relevant knowledge about entrusting others to handle: 1. Write a power of attorney: The principal should write an authorization letter, and the authorized person should bring both their own and the principal's ID cards and copies for processing. 2. Required materials: ID proofs and copies of both the vehicle owner and the mortgagee; "Motor Vehicle Mortgage Registration/Pledge Record Application Form"; For mortgage releases mediated, adjudicated, or ruled by the People's Court, the vehicle owner or mortgagee should also submit the effective "Mediation Document", "Ruling Document" or "Judgment Document" issued by the court, along with the corresponding "Assistance Execution Notice"; Motor vehicle registration certificate.
Last time I went to the DMV to handle the vehicle lien release in person, it was truly a memorable experience. I queued up early in the morning, and the staff insisted that the vehicle owner must be present. They carefully checked my ID photo and signature, explaining this was to prevent impersonation and property rights errors. Only after the release was the vehicle truly mine. The whole process took nearly two hours, but going in person had many advantages—I could ask questions immediately to ensure nothing was missed. If you really can't make it, you can authorize a relative or friend to handle it on your behalf, but you'll need to prepare a notarized power of attorney in advance. The agent must also bring copies of both parties' ID cards and the vehicle documents. Missing materials can lead to wasted trips, so whenever possible, I recommend handling it personally. Lien release is a big deal—don't cut corners. Getting it done early gives peace of mind, and driving without that burden feels much more secure.
