Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, applicantsare required tosend in what remains of a damaged or mutilated car title with the Duplicate Car Title Application. This is common practice by DMVs across the nation to discourage any fraudulent activity related to possessing more than one car title for a single vehicle.

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In case of a stolen car title, drivers should report the incident to local law enforcement officials. To file a police report, simply visit the nearest police station and ask to report a stolen car title. Drivers should bring driver s license, car registration, and proof of car insurancewith you as you may be asked to prove your identity and ownership of the vehicle.

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Maine drivers can obtain a duplicate car titleby mail, in person or online. The online Motor Vehicle Title Replacement service is open 24/7. To use the service, an applicant needs to supply the following information:

• Vehicle year
• VIN number and mileage
• Name, date of birth and driver s license number of all vehicle owners

A Duplicate Car Title Application form must be completed to apply in person or by mail.

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A salvage car title is issued to vehicles considered to be a total loss by the insurance company or by the owner. To apply for a salvage car title, applicants must first surrender the current certificate of title to the Maine Secretary of State Title Unit. A certificate of salvage can then be obtained.

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Drivers whohave relocated or who have purchased a vehicle out of state, must transfer car title to his or her current state of residence. To transfer car title between states, drivers must apply for a certificate of title in the new state. Acquiring a title in a new state involves surrendering the title to that state s DMV.

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A stolen, destroyed or lost car title must first be recovered before a car title transfer can be processed by the DMV. Drivers can submit a completed Duplicate Title Application to request a copy of car title. The duplicate car title fee is $33, the ME DMV will expedite your request for an added $10 fee.

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A car title transfer transaction is performed at the sale of a motor vehicle to transfer ownership from the seller to the buyer. To transfer car title, both parties must provide information about the sale on the reverse side of the current Certificate of Title, including the odometer reading and VIN number. Maine drivers can complete an application for car title transfer by visiting a Bureau of Motor Vehicles office location.

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An RV is a motor home that is also a motor vehicle. Motor home title transfers are handled in the same manner as motor vehicle title transfers.To transfer title of an RV, submit the completed and signed original title and send it to the DMV along with the completed application for a certificate of title. Application forms are available upon request from the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles Title Unit and at each BMV branch location.

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After placing an order for a car title replacement online, drivers can expect to receive their title within 10 business days. Those who apply by mail or in person can pay an extra fee to have their car title replacement processes expiated.

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To transfer title of a motor vehicle bequeathed to an individual by a deceased relative, one must complete an Affidavit of Surviving Spouse or Personal Representative. This form asks that the surviving family member certify the death of the original owner and that the vehicle was left to them. The application must be signed, notarized, and submitted to the Maine BMV.

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Some of the most common reasons drivers require a transfer of title include the following.

• To sell or buy a car
• To procure vehicle awarded in a divorce
• To obtain ownership of vehicle left by a deceased family member

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The car title replacement fee is $33. There is an option for a rush request for the cost of $10.

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A Duplicate Car Title Application is required to complete a car title replacement in person or by mail. Online applicants will need to furnish the following information:

• Vehicle year
• VIN number and mileage
• Name, date of birth and driver s license number of all vehicle owners

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The documents needed to transfer car title include:

• Certificate of Title, completed and signed
• Title application

A title application can be obtained at any BMV location.

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Drivers must complete a Duplicate Car Title Application form. Thisapplication form may be submitted either in person can be mailed to the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

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If the original title is found following the application for a duplicate car title, applicants must surrender the original to the Title Section of the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles, immediately.

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Though scooters do not require acar title or registration in Maine, all motorcycles 300ccs or more must undergo title and registration. The car title transfer process is the same for motorcycles as it is for motor vehicles. A car title should accompany the sale of any motorcycle, whether it be new or used.

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Drivers need to complete a Bill of Saleto buy or sell a carthrough a private party. Also, car buyers will receive a bill of sale, also known as sales agreement, from a car dealer. The completed and signed document must be presented, along with car title transfer and other documents, when applying for a Maine car registration.

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Car title replacement applicants should mailtheir completed Duplicate Car Title Application to:

Vehicle Services — Title Section

Bureau of Motor Vehicles

29 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333-0029

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No, applicants neednot provide proof of car insurance in application for Maine duplicate car title. Proof of insurance is required when drivers apply for a car registration or car registration replacement.

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