Losing your vehicle titles or registration documents can be a stressful hurdle, but the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is here to help. This guide provides the exact steps needed to report and replace lost, stolen, or damaged titles, registrations, and license plates. Follow the instructions below to secure your new vehicle credentials and stay legally protected on the road.
The Motor Vehicle Investigations Unit does not have the legal authority to investigate lost or stolen vehicle registrations or titles.
If your vehicle registration or vehicle title is lost or has been stolen, you may report this incident to your local law enforcement agency to have it on record. Many law enforcement agencies are providing online reporting. In order to obtain a new copy of your vehicle registration or title please visit: mydmv.colorado.gov.
Go to the "Vehicle Services" tab and then select "Request a duplicate registration card" or "Request a duplicate title."
If you run into issues obtaining it, please contact the Colorado DMV-Vehicle Services (Titles and Registrations) Section at (303) 205-5607.
The DMV does not have the legal authority to investigate lost, stolen, or the misuse of license plates and placards. Please contact your local law enforcement agency to report any stolen or misused license plates or disability/handicap placards.
To replace a stolen plate, please complete the DR 2283 Affidavit of Lost of Stolen Plates and submit it to your County's motor vehicle office. Fees depend on whether you are due for renewal and which type of plate you have. Please contact your County's motor vehicle office for more information.
If you have erroneously received a bill from any toll highway, you will need to contact the Express Toll Service Center at (303) 537-3470 or (888) 946-3470. You can also fax them at (303) 537-3404 or email them at customerservice@expresstoll.com.