Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a)

There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.

Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) is a commonly used form within Alaska. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:

Atticus Fast Facts About Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a)

Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a):

• This form pertains to the State of Alaska

• The current version of this form was last revised on January 1, 1970

Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Alaska’s Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Alaska form based on the name and ID if applicable

Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Alaska probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.

Step 2 - Complete the Document

Fill out all relevant fields in Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a), take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in AK are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!

Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).

Step 3 - Have Form witnessed or notarized (if required)

Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.

Step 4 - Submit Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) to the relevant office

This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.

It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.

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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.

While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.

Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Alaska.

5 reasons you should submit this form as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Alaska can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
   
   Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?

2. In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.

3. Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.

4. It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Alaska. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.

5. If a house in the State of Alaska is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.

If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Alaska probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Alaska probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a), and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Alaska probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Alaska.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Alaska probate court office.

Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a) is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Alaska-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.

Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Alaska Form Vehicle Transaction Application (N/a). You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

STATE OF ALASKA DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES VEHICLE TRANSACTION APPLICATION Form V1 Page 1 of 2 (Rev 11/2022) V1 REQUESTED TRANSACTION Title and/or Registration (New/Used vehicles, Changes to Ownership) In compliance with AS 28.10.201: Is an owner an Alaskan resident? Yes No Is the vehicle in Alaska? Yes No Title Only (Will not be driven on public roads) Add/Remove a Lienholder from AK Title Replace (circle one): License Plates, Tabs, or Registration Replace Lost, Stolen or Destroyed Alaskan Title Renew Registration VEHICLE INFORMATION Current AK License Plate # (I/A) Need New Plates Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Year Make (Chevy, Ford, Jeep etc.) Model ( Wrangler, Focus, Model 3 etc.) Body Style (2 door, Truck, SUV , 4-wheeler , snowmachine) Color Empty Weight (lbs.) Actual Estimated Is Vehicle Used Commercially? Yes No Unit # / Fleet # (I/A) / Is an Electric Vehicle? Yes No Note: Requesting an exemption for registration, commercially registered vehicles, leased vehicles, vehicles owned by a business/company including charitable/non-profits, vehicles with a gross taxable weight of 55,000lbs or more, vehicles subject to PRISM or HVUT, or vehicles with an empty weight of 8,001lbs or more must also complete required sections of page 2. ADDRESS INFORMATION Leasing Company Mailing Address (leased vehicles only) City State Zip Owner/ Lessee’s Mailing Address City State Zip Owner Residence Address City State Zip Email Address (optional) Phone # (optional) OWNER INFORMATION Applicant Type: Individual Business/Co. Lessor Trust Charitable / Non-Profit Org Gov. Agency Full Legal Name including Suffix Company / Trust / Agency Name Lessor’s Name Alaska Driver License Number OR Social Security Number OR Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)Tax ID Number CONJUNCTION TYPE (Only Required If more than one registered Owner & Not Applicable Between a Lessor and Lessee) “AND” signatures of ALL owners required to sell / transfer (Cannot be selected if owned by anything other than two or more individuals) “OR” signature of a single owner required to sell / transfer CO -OWNER INFORMATION Applicant Type: Individual Business/Co. Lessee Trust Charitable / Non-Profit Org Gov. Agency Full Legal Name including Suffix Company / Trust / Agency Name Lessee’s Full Legal Name Alaska Driver License Number OR Social Security Number OR Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)Tax ID Number OTHER INFORMATION LIENHOLDER NAME (if paid in full mark “None”) NONE LIENHOLDER ADDRESS: (PO Box or Street Address)City State Zip Become an Alaskan Organ Donor / Register to Vote (To use this form to register you must have an Alaska permit, license or ID card number and make an in-person application) Alaska ID/DL #:_____________________ Organ Donor Voter Reg Initial here: ________ Alaska ID/DL #:_____________________ Organ Donor Voter Reg Initial here: ________ To register to vote, you must be a US Citizen, an Alaska resident, and 18 years of age or older, or within 90 days of turning 18. If you meet these requirements, are not registered to vote in another jurisdiction or agree to cancel that registration and wish to register to vote or update your voter registration, initial above. Donate $1 or more to the Anatomical Gift Awareness Fund: $________.00 Affidavits: Correspondence/Drop-Off/Mail-In Other: I certify under penalty of perjury that all information is true and correct, there is a liability insurance policy for this vehicle if required by AS 28.22.011 and this policy will be maintained during the entire registration period. If applying for an exemption of registration fees I certify I meet the eligibility requirements and if necessary, have provided proof to that effect. False statements are punishable under AS 11.56.210. Owner/Agent/ Representative Signature and Date Co-Owner Signature and Date DMV USE ONLY: STATE OF ALASKA DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES VEHICLE TRANSACTION APPLICATION Form V1 Page 2 of 2 (Rev 11/2022) V1 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Current AK License Plate Number or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (For multiple vehicle submission may attach list of VIN’s for vehicles with all matching responses indicate “see attached list”) EXEMPTION REQUEST NAME OF PERSON REQUESTING REGISTRATION EXEMPTION (must sign the application on page 1) PERMANENT Any non-commercial vehicle 8 years of age or older or a trailer of any age residing in an eligible location in Alaska. MILITARY Owner must show a leave and earnings statement that was issued within the past 90 days. NATIONAL GUARD* Owner must be an Alaskan resident and have National Guard , SRB/ORB or VMPF within last 30 days. CHARITABLE /NON-PROFIT Must be Alaskan organization with proof of tax-exempt status with IRS documentation. MOBILITY DISABILITY* Owner must be an Alaskan resident and submit form 861 with signature from qualified provider for a permanent disability or have previously received the exemption in Alaska. DISABLED VETERAN* Owner must be an Alaskan resident and show proof of service-related disability 50%+ and their character of service discharge or have previously received the exemption in Alaska. SENIOR* Owner must be an Alaskan resident at least 65 years of age. OTHER _____________________________________________________ *Limited to one permanent exemption per owner and may be transferred to another vehicle with previous registration surrendered. ALL VEHICLES SUBJECT TO HVUT & ALL VEHICLES WEIGHING 8,001 LBS. + (EXCEPT TRAILERS) 1. Is this Vehicle subject to Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT)? Motor vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more are subject to HVUT compliance. Taxable gross weight is defined as the total weight of the empty weight of the motor vehicle, the empty weight of the trailer or semi-trailers customarily used with the motor vehicle, and the maximum load carried by the motor vehicle and on trailers or semi-trailers customarily used in combination with the motor vehicle YES NO 2. Was the vehicle purchased within sixty days of this application? (If “NO”, vehicles that are subject to HVUT must present proof of payment or exemption payment of HVUT, IRS Form 2290 schedule 1 from the current fiscal year to register the vehicle. Fiscal year is July 1 st of the current year until June 30 th of the following year) YES NO I certify under penalty of law, by signing below, during the taxable period which includes the application date for registration, such vehicle had a taxable gross weight of less than 55,000 pounds and is not subject to HVUT or this vehicle is subject to HVUT, and I have attached a returned IRS 2290 form showing HVUT compliance for the current fiscal year unless the vehicle was purchased within the last 60 days of this application. SI GNATURE OF OWNER/AGENT Date ALL COMMERCIALLY REGISTERED VEHICLES AND VEHICLES IN THE NAME OF A BUSINESS/CO INCLUDING CHARITABLE/NON -PROFIT (INCLUDING TRAILERS) 1.Are you requesting dual commercial registration with another state (If yes, must provide a copy of the other state’s registration) YES NO 2.Is this vehicle being used as a taxicab? YES NO 3.Is this vehicle being used as a tour bus? YES -Passenger capacity: _____ NO 4.Requested Duration of Registration 12 Months 24 Months Trailer Permanent Other: _______ 5.Is this vehicle subject to PRISM? YES NO (Vehicles owned by motor carriers operating CMVs in commerce that have a GVW of 26,001 pounds or more.) If yes, you must list the USDOT number and associated Tax ID number below. USDOT Number Tax ID Number I certify under penalty of perjury that all information is true and correct, I am the owner or agent of the vehicle listed on this application and, the motor carrier responsible for safety of the vehicle is not under any Federal Out-of-Service (OOS) Order and if not listed on this application does not possess an inactive or deactivated USDOT number. SIGNATURE OF OWNER/AGENT Date **Note: Vehicles owned by Government agencies are not required to complete page 2 but may be required to provide documentation proving government association.