Frequently Asked Questions

No, you are not required to turn in a damaged car title. You can apply for duplicate car titles either by visiting a local Louisiana OMV office or submitting an Application for Car Title by mail to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

Residents who submit duplicate car title applications by mail should receive their duplicate car title in 30 days.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

Residents of Louisiana who believe they are dealing with a stolen car title should contact local law enforcement to file a police report for the stolen car title. Car titles constitute ownership of a vehicle, so it is advisable that the incident be reported as soon as possible to avoid any resulting disputes about vehicle ownership. Once a police report has been filed, bring a copy to a local Louisiana OMV office to apply for a duplicate car title and have the police report on file for theft prevention purposes.

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Residents of Louisiana dealing with misplaced, damaged or stolen car titles may apply for a car title replacement either by mail or in person at a local Louisiana OMV office. To do so, drivers should print and fill out an Application for Car Title. From there, submit the application along with the vehicle s current registration and the $18.50 duplicate car title fee (plus an $8 handling fee; fees may vary). To submit by mail, send the application, registration and duplicate car title fee to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

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First provide a statement from an insurance company proving the loss. Then, complete a Vehicle Application and write Salvage on the top. Bring the application and proof of loss to a local Louisiana OMV office along with the following documents:

• Affidavit of physical inspection from an approved Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) officer certified by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections.
• Bill of Sale
• Application for a Salvage-Reconstructed Motor Vehicle
• Reconstructed Parts List
• Salvage title fee of $18.50 (fees may vary and include additional handling fees)

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Each state s Motor Vehicle Department handles the issuance of titles with varying regulations and policies. Contact the local DMV to find out how to transfer title from Louisiana.

New residents in Louisiana who would like to transfer titles from their previous state must visit a local Louisiana OMV office with their car s current title, driver s license and the title transfer fee of $18.50 (fees may vary, additional fees may include handling). To get a Louisiana car title, you will need to have a Louisiana driver s license.

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Drivers in Louisiana who have lost their car title must obtain a duplicate car title before submitting a car title transfer. To receive a duplicate car title, residents should visit a local Louisiana OMV office with a completed Vehicle Application and the car s current registration. Once a duplicate title is received, residents may then start the car title transfer process at the OMV office.

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To transfer titles in the state, sellers must sign the back of the car title and include the following details:

• His or her name
• His or her signature
• Odometer reading
• Selling price

The buyer then writes his or her name and dates the back.

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In Louisiana, drivers who own an RV must follow the same procedures for title transfer as with any other motor vehicle. Visit a local Louisiana OMV office with the following to process an RV title transfer:

• Vehicle Application
• Current certificate of title signed over to the new owner
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (if vehicle less than 10 years old)
• Financing statement (if applicable)
• Bill of Sale (notarized)
• Proof of insurance
• Title transfer fee of $18.50 (fees vary)

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The Louisiana OMV does not allow you to requestduplicate car titles online. In the event of a lost or stolen car title, driversneed to either visit a local Louisiana OMV office or mail in a completed Application for Car Title to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

Drivers who submit replacement car title applications by mail will receive the duplicate car title within 30 days.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

Residents of Louisiana who have inherited a motor vehicle must go through a slightly different process to initiate a car title transfer. Depending on whether or not there is a will available, the process might be simple or take a couple of steps.

If a will is present, ownership will most likely not be disputed and therefore family members can go straight to transferring car titles into their names. However, residents who have inherited a car without a will must fill out an Affidavit of Heirship and provide it along with a copy of the deceased resident s death certificate. From there, residents should fill out a Vehicle Application and bring it to a local Louisiana OMV office along with the following:

• Bill of sale signed by all heirs
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (if vehicle is less than 10 years old)
• Title transfer fee of $18.50 (fees may vary)

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Residents of Louisiana have the option of transferring car titles through the Louisiana OMV. Common reasons for initiating a car title transfer include the following:

• Inheriting a vehicle following a family member s/spouse s death
• Receiving a vehicle as a gift
• Selling a used vehicle
• Buying a used vehicle
• Donating a used vehicle to a charity

The car title transfer process can be started by visiting a local Louisiana OMV office.

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Drivers in Louisiana in need of a duplicate car title due to their existing car title being lost, damaged or stolen must apply for a duplicate car title by mail or in person at a local Louisiana OMV office. To do so, print and fill out an Application for Car Title. Submit the application along with the current vehicle registration to the OMV office or by mail to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

Fees for duplicate car titles are $18.50 plus an $8 handling fee (fees may vary).

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

Residents of Louisiana who have lost or stolen car titles can apply for a duplicate car title either by mail or in person at a local Louisiana OMV office. Duplicate car titles can be obtained by filling out an Application for Car Title and submitting it along with the current car registration and the duplicate title fee of $18.50, plus $8 for handling (fees may vary). Duplicate car titleapplications can also be mailed to the following address:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

To process a car title transferat a Louisiana OMV office, bring the following items:

• Current title signed by both the seller and buyer (must be notarized)
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (if vehicle is less than 10 years old)
• Notice of Vehicle Transfer
• Bill of Sale
• Application for Car Title
• Title transfer fee of $18.50 (fees may vary)
• Proof of insurance

Additionally, if the vehicle was a gift, the driver must fill out an Act of Donation form. Individuals who have inherited a vehicle will need to submit an Affidavit of Heirship.

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To receive a duplicate car title, drivers must fill out an Application for Car Title and submit it along with a valid car registration and the car title fee of $18.50 plus the $8 handling fee. Applications should be submitted in person at a local Louisiana OMV office or by mail to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

In the event that the lost or stolen car title is found, keep both it and the duplicate car title together as proof of car ownership.

Request a replacement pink slip by filling out an Application for Car Title and submitting it either in person at a local Louisiana OMV office or mailing it in to:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

Driverswho own scooters, mopeds or motorcycles must visit a local Louisiana OMV office with the following documents to title and register their vehicles:

• Application for car title
• Current title signed over to buyer (if initiating a title transfer)
• Manufacturer s statement of origin
• Original itemized invoice from dealer
• Odometer Disclosure Statement

Scooters in Louisiana are not street legal and therefore cannot be titled, as they are restricted to off-road areas only.

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There are certain situations where a Bill of Sale is necessary for Louisiana drivers who are initiating a car title transfer. Complete a Bill of Sale form if any of the following is applicable:

• Title assignment doesn t reflect the date of sale
• Title assignment doesn t reflect selling price
• Title assignment doesn t reflect buyer/seller signatures

Bill of sale documentation must be notarized and fully describe the vehicle in question. All vehicles with a date of sale after Aug. 1, 2012 must be accompanied by a copy of a valid photo ID.

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Application materials include an Application for Car Title, the current vehicle registration and the duplicate car title fee of $18.50 (plus an $8 handling fee; fees may vary). Mailed applications should be submitted to the following address:

Office of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 64886

Baton Rouge, LA 70896

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana

Required documentation when applying for a duplicate car title includes the current vehicle registration and the duplicate car title fee of $18.50 (plus an $8 handling fee; fees may vary). Proof of insurance is not required.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Louisiana