How to Use the Record of Effort Form

The Record of Effort form should be used to show the SOS office what you have done to try to get the papers that you need. It can also be used to show that someone else has tried to help you get the papers. This is very important in case you have a problem getting all the papers that you need.

The Record of Effort form will help you keep track of what you have done to get your papers. The form is divided into the four types of papers that the SOS needs. You should write down the papers you have for each thing you have to prove. Look to see if you have enough papers to satisfy the SOS for that type of proof. If you have to call or write another agency to get the papers, you should write down on the form the date that you called or wrote. Also write down the name of the agency or person you called or wrote. You should keep a copy of the letters that you send to ask for your papers and any responses you receive.