Get a refund for DMV vehicle registration renewal late payment penalty

If you have never received the vehicle registration renewal notice from the DMV and you have to pay a penalty

• First, you need to pay the full amount including the penalty
• Visit this link to get a refund
  https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/payments-refunds/
  • scroll down and follow the instructions in the section
    I did not receive vehicle/vessel registration renewal notice.