NYS DMV Vehicle Theft Prevention Program Registration Form 2026

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The document outlines the Vehicle Theft Prevention Program (C.A.T.) by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, which requires vehicle registrants to provide personal and vehicle information to participate. It includes a consent form allowing police officers to stop the vehicle during specific hours if suspected of being stolen. Participants must agree to remove a decal when they no longer wish to be part of the program.

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Begin by filling in your personal information. Enter your last name, first name, and middle initial in the designated fields. Ensure accuracy for effective communication.
Provide your mailing address, including street number, city, state, and zip code. This information is crucial for any correspondence regarding your registration.
Next, input your home and business phone numbers. This allows the DMV or police agency to contact you if necessary.
Fill out the vehicle details: plate number, state of registration, year of vehicle, color, make, body type, model, and VIN. Double-check these entries for correctness.
Read the consent section carefully. You will need to sign this in front of a police officer from a participating agency.
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What NYS DMV forms do I need to register a vehicle?

To transfer the ownership of the vehicle to your name, you must complete form MV-82* or MV-82TON*, and pay applicable sales tax. If none of the situations described below apply to you, visit dmv.ny.gov or visit a DMV office.

What is the NYS auto theft prevention program?

The C.A.T., COMMUTER C.A.T., H.E.A.T. and VIN ETCHING programs are voluntary decal programs which entails a more aggressive police response to auto thefts by authorizing investigative stops of participating vehicles. These sticker programs have proven to be an effective deterrent against auto theft.

How do I make sure my car never gets stolen?

Use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle: Take your vehicles key; do not leave it in or on your vehicle. Close and lock all windows and doors when you park. Park in well-lit areas if possible. Never leave valuables in your vehicle, especially if they can be seen from outside the vehicle.

What is theft protection program?

Vehicle Theft Protection Program is an educational initiative in North America started by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) and LoJack Corporation designed to help owners of cars, motorcycles, construction equipment and commercial vehicles better understand how to protect their assets from theft.

What car is the hardest car to steal?

The Hardest Cars To Steal 10 2023 Land Rover Defender. Key Feature: Keyless Ultra-Wide Band Tech. 9 2023 BMW X3. Key Feature: Comfort Access Tech. 8 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. Key Feature: Stolen Vehicle Locator. 7 2023 Nissan LEAF. 6 2023 Hyundai Tucson. 5 2024 Lexus TX. 4 2023 Audi A6. 3 2024 Jaguar XF.

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