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Can I register a vehicle even if my name is not on the title?

Can I register a vehicle even if my name is not on the title?

Yes, HOWEVER, you will need required documents in order to register the vehicle if your name is not on the title.

1. Have the purchaser sign the back of the title where it says Buyer Signature/Purchaser Signature. Print off a TR-212a and have the purchaser sign at the bottom of the form where it says Owner's Signature. Bring in the title documents, proof of insurance, signature form (TR-212a), and payment, and we will register the vehicle without the owner in the office.

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2. Have the purchaser sign a Power of Attorney that allows you to bring in their paperwork and sign their name for them. The Power of Attorney is a one time use, original document that cannot be copied or used for anything other than registering a vehicle for someone else.

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