Bill of Sale · California
California Bill of Sale — Personal Property (2026)
A California bill of sale for personal property records the items, price, date and parties. California has no official form for ordinary personal property and no notary requirement was found; an "as is" clause follows Cal. Commercial Code §2316.
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California personal property sale: key facts
- Notary required?
- No notary requirement was found; notarizing is optional.
- Official state form
- None for ordinary personal property.
- "As is" sale
- Allowed when conspicuous and mentioning merchantability (Cal. Commercial Code §2316).
- State filing
- Generally none for ordinary household items.
- Not for
- Vehicles, boats, trailers, firearms, animals or manufactured homes.
Official source: Cal. Commercial Code §2316 · Last reviewed: October 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Does a California bill of sale need to be notarized?
- No notary requirement was found; notarizing is optional.
- What should I include in a bill of sale?
- The names and addresses of seller and buyer, a clear description of each item (brand, model, serial number), the price and payment method, the date, any known defects, and both signatures.
- Can I use it for a car?
- No. Cars, trucks and motorcycles have titles and specific rules — use the vehicle or motorcycle bill of sale.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation and Spanish instructions.
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