For security reasons, I have completed all the necessary paperwork to donate my car to charity. I have learned that when allowed to charity does not take into account transfer documents, they can sell your car, even without the title. This is risky because it could be held responsible for parking tickets or if your car is involved in any misdemeanor. I suggest that if the charity or car donation company will not allow the transfer process, cancel the donation and find another organization that will process the transfer under the guidance of the California law. Make a donation will be worth it if you learn how to donate a car in California properly and without compromising safety.