What type of financial statements are required to be submitted?
Monthly financial statement reports must include all new car sales by the individual dealership. There is no requirement to submit audited financial statements.
Can I make payments online?
Yes. If you prefer to pay the surcharge online with a credit card, email a request to dcp.licenseservices@ct.gov.
Is the surcharge taxable?
No. The Lemon Law surcharge is not subject to sales and use tax.
I have not been receiving notices that payments are due, how do I make sure that my contact information on record is accurate?
Please contact dcp.licenseservices@ct.gov and provide your correct contact information.
Are my financial statements subject to disclosure or the Freedom of Information Act?
No. They are not subject to FOIA based on Section 1-210(b)(5)(A) of the CT General Statutes. These documents are considered trade secrets.
Do I have to show the surcharge as a separate line item on the purchase order or can I include it in the DMV fees?
The $3 surcharge payment must be listed as a separate line item on the purchase order. The payment may not be included in the DMV fees.
Does the dealer have to charge the consumer the $3 fee or can the dealer pay the $3 fee directly?
The dealer may pay the fee on behalf of the consumer.
For Enduro-motorcycles, do I have to pay the $3?
Yes, you have to pay the fee regardless of whether it is registered or not.