California DMV locations now accepting digital signatures

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced that it will now accept digital signatures.

Car buyers can now go completely paperless and sign on a computer or smartphone.

For now, the option is only available for new cars through certain dealerships, websites and apps.

The DMV says the move to accept digital signatures will reduce paperwork - while maintaining consumer safety protections.