A "Transfer on Death" (TOD) title brand is a legal arrangement that allows vehicle owners to designate a beneficiary who will automatically receive ownership of the vehicle upon the owner's death.
To identify and notify the owner of an abandoned vehicle as required by law. If no owner can be identified, the DMV will issue a Certificate of Abandoned Motor Vehicle along with an appropriate title or salvage title. If seeking reimbursement for towing you are required to also submit a completed IRS W-9 form.