Request for Audio Recording Form – If you’ve participated in a hearing with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) and need an official audio copy of the proceeding, the Request for Audio Recording Form is the exact document you need. This simple one-page form allows eligible parties to obtain a CD copy of the hearing audio for Lemon Law, Warranty Performance, or other OAH proceedings.
TxDMV OAH explicitly states it does not provide written transcripts. The only official record available is the audio recording on CD, which you can request using this form. Whether you need it for review, appeal preparation, or legal purposes, this is the authorized process.
What Is the Request for Audio Recording Form?
The official form is titled “Request for Audio Recording of Hearing” (sometimes referenced as “Hearing & Proceeding Audio Copy”). It is hosted directly on the TxDMV website and designed exclusively for hearings conducted by the TxDMV Office of Administrative Hearings.
Important distinction: This form is NOT for State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) cases, such as driver’s license suspension (ALR) hearings. SOAH uses a separate email request process.
Who Should Use This Form?
- Complainants or respondents in TxDMV Lemon Law or Warranty Performance hearings
- Authorized representatives or attorneys involved in the case
- Anyone with a legitimate interest in an OAH proceeding who needs the official audio record
The OAH handles statewide informal hearings for consumer protection disputes involving vehicle defects under Texas Lemon Law. Hearings are typically held in or near the complainant’s city.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out and Submit the Request for Audio Recording Form?
- Download the official PDF
Get the current form directly from TxDMV:
Download Request for Audio Recording Form PDF - Complete the required fields (all straightforward):
- In the Matter of: (case name/title)
- Case No.: (your assigned case number)
- Date(s) of Hearing(s): (exact dates)
- Requested by: (your full name) + DATE
- Address
- City/State/Zip Code
- Email Address
- Phone
- Submit the form
Send the completed form to TxDMV OAH staff by:- Email (preferred): [email protected]
- Fax: (512) 465-5656
- Mail: TxDMV Office of Administrative Hearings (address not required on form; use the email/fax for fastest service)
No additional documents or identification are required on the form itself.
Fees, Delivery & Processing Time
- No fees are mentioned on the official form or TxDMV OAH website.
- Delivery is typically on CD (the format referenced by TxDMV).
- Processing time is not published; OAH staff will contact you if needed. For status updates, call (512) 465-5000 or email [email protected].
Why Request the Audio Recording?
Since TxDMV OAH does not create written transcripts, the audio CD serves as the official record of the proceeding. Parties frequently request it for:
- Personal review of testimony and evidence
- Preparing motions for rehearing (due within 25 days)
- Judicial review in Travis County district court
- Attorney consultations or appeals
Quick Tips for Success
- Submit as soon as possible after the hearing closes.
- Double-check your Case No. and hearing dates for accuracy.
- Keep a copy of your completed form and submission confirmation.
- Questions? Contact OAH staff directly at (512) 465-5000 or [email protected]. Do not contact the hearing examiner.
Download the Official Form Now
Click here to download the Request for Audio Recording Form PDF – straight from the Texas DMV website (always use the latest version).
Need More Help?
Visit the official TxDMV Office of Administrative Hearings page for full details on Lemon Law hearings, motions, evidence rules, and more: TxDMV OAH Overview.
This process is fast, free, and fully supported by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. Download the form today and secure your official hearing audio copy.
Last verified: March 2026 using official TxDMV sources. Always confirm details on txdmv.gov before submitting.
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