Transferring a Car Title in Vermont
Steps and fees to transfer a vehicle title in Vermont when you buy, sell or inherit a car, and the deadline to register after moving.
Short answer: When selling a vehicle, the owner must, at delivery, sign the assignment and warranty of title and record the odometer reading on the certificate, then mail or deliver the certificate to the buyer or the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles. 23 V.S.A. § 2023
| Transferring a car title | When selling a vehicle, the owner must, at delivery, sign the assignment and warranty of title and record the odometer reading on the certificate, then mail or deliver the certificate to the buyer or the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles. Multiple owners must be shown as tenants by the entirety, joint tenants, tenants in common, partners, or transfer on death. Source: 23 V.S.A. § 2023 |
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FAQ
How do you transfer a car title in Vermont?
When selling a vehicle, the owner must, at delivery, sign the assignment and warranty of title and record the odometer reading on the certificate, then mail or deliver the certificate to the buyer or the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles. Multiple owners must be shown as tenants by the entirety, joint tenants, tenants in common, partners, or transfer on death.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.