Motor Vehicle Title 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.

Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a) is a commonly used form within Georgia. 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 Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a)

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

• This form pertains to the State of Georgia

• 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 Georgia’s Form Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a) up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Georgia 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 Georgia 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 Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a), take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in GA 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 Motor Vehicle Title 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 Motor Vehicle Title 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 Georgia.

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

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Georgia 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 Georgia. 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 Georgia 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 Georgia 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 Georgia probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a), and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

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

It may also be available through some Georgia 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 Georgia.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form Motor Vehicle Title 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 Georgia probate court office.

Motor Vehicle Title 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 Georgia-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 Georgia Form Motor Vehicle Title Application (N/a). You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

MV-1 (Revised 6-2020) Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division Form MV-1 Motor Vehicle Title Application For instructions on how to complete this form see page 2. A VEHICLE INFORMATION Vehicle ID (VIN): _____________________________ Current Title #: _________________________ _ Year: ______ _ Make: _____________________________ Current Title’s State of Issue: _______________ _ Color: ______ _ Model: _____________________________ GA County of Residence: ________________ _ Cylinders: ______ _ Body Style: _____________________________ District #: __________________________ __ Fuel Type: ______ _ Odometer Exceptions: EXEMPT Exceeds Mechanical Limits of Odometer Not the Actual Mileage, Warning Odometer Discrepancy Odometer Reading: _____________________________ Date Purchased: _____________________________ COMPLETE FOR ALL COMMERCIAL VEHICLES Gross Vehicle Weight & Load: __________________________ Straight Truck? Yes No Used for Hire? Yes No Type of Trailer Pulled? _____________________ Product Hauled? ____________________ Is this a Farm Vehicle? Yes No B OWNER INFORMATION Number of Owners: _______ Leased Vehicle: No Yes (If yes, complete Section D) If purchased from an out-of-state business, did you pick up the vehicle out of state? Yes No *Owner’s signature below warrants: I do solemnly swear or affirm under criminal penalty of a felony for fraudulent use of a false or fictitious name or address or for making a material false statement punishable by fine up to $5,000 or by imprisonment of up to five years, or both that the statements contained herein are true and accurate. OWNER # 1 Full Legal Name: ____________________________________________ Driver’s License #: __________________ State: ____ _ Date of Birth: ___________ E-mail Address: __ ________________________________________ Phone #: _________________ Business Name: ____________________________________________ Name of Agent: ______________________________ _ Address: ________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: _ _______________________________________________________________________________________ *Signature of Owner 1 or Business Agent: ___________________________________________________ Date: ________________ OWNER # 2 Full Legal Name: ____________________________________________ Driver’s License #: __________________ State: ____ _ Date of Birth: ___________ E-mail Address: __ ________________________________________ Phone #: _________________ Business Name: ____________________________________________ Name of Agent: ________________________________ Address: ________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: _ _______________________________________________________________________________________ *Signature of Owner 2 or Business Agent: ___________________________________________________ Date: ________________ C SELLER INFORMATION D LESSEE INFORMATION GA Dealer’s/Bank’s 12-Digit Customer ID # (If applicable): __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Seller’s GA Sales Tax #: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Full Legal Name or Business Name and Address: _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ If Georgia Seller, County Name: _________________________ Directly Financed Dealer Sale: Yes No Driver’s License # (If individual): __________________________ Lessee’s Full Legal Name & Address or Business Lessee’s Full Name & Address: ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Lessee’s GA County Name: ______________________________ Lessee’s Phone Number: ______________________________ E -SECURITY INTEREST OR LIENHOLDER INFORMATION - Attach any information on additional lienholders. 12-Digit ELT ID #: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Name: _____________________________________________ _ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _ 12-Digit ELT ID #: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Name: _____________________________________________ _ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _ F -----ATTORNEY-IN-FACT INFORMATION - Attach original Power of Attorney if title is to be mailed to attorney in fact. Name: _ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: _____ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________________ Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division Form MV-1 Motor Vehicle Title Application INSTRUCTION PAGE Purpose of this form: This form is to be used when applying for a tag and title and must be signed by all owners in Section B. How to submit this form: This form must be completed in its entirety, legibly printed or typed, and submitted along with all required documents to the county tag office in the county where you reside or to the Department of Revenue (DOR), when applicable. Please refer to https://dor.georgia.gov to locate the county tag office in your county of residence. A VEHICLE INFORMATON This section must be completed in its entirety. If you do not know the district in which you live, please check with your county tag office. Include all the requested information: vehicle identification number (VIN), make of vehicle, model of vehicle, body style, current title number, current title’s state of issue, Georgia county of residence, district number (if known), year of vehicle, color, cylinders of vehicle, fuel type, and odometer information including whether exempt, exceeds mechanical limits, not actual mileage. Also include odometer reading and date purchased. COMPLETE FOR ALL COMMERCIAL VEHICLES This section must be completed for all requests concerning a commercial vehicle. B OWNER INFORMATION List the number of owners, whether the vehicle is leased, and if it was purchased out of state. All owners listed on the title must sign this form. By signing this form you are agreeing to the following: *Owner’s signature below warrants: I do solemnly swear or affirm under criminal penalty of a felony for fraudulent use of a false or fictitious name or address or for making a material false statement punishable by fine up to $5,000 or by imprisonment of up to five years, or both that the statements contained herein are true and accurate. OWNER # 1 For owner number one: •If an individual, provide the full legal name, driver’s license number, state of issuance, date of birth, e-mail address, telephone number, address, and mailing address (if applicable). •If a business, provide the e-mail address, telephone number, business name, name of the signer, address, and mailing address (if applicable). •Signature is required. OWNER # 2 For owner number two: •If an individual, provide the full legal name, driver’s license number, state of issuance, date of birth, e-mail address, telephone number, address, and mailing address (if applicable). •If a business, provide the e-mail address, telephone number, business name, name of the signer, address, and mailing address (if applicable). •Signature is required. C SELLER INFORMATION D LESSEE INFORMATION Provide: •Georgia dealer’s or bank’s 12-digit customer identification number (if applicable) •Seller’s Georgia sales tax number •Full legal name or business name and address •Georgia county name (if applicable) •Whether the vehicle was directly financed by the dealer Provide: •Lessee’s driver’s license number (if individual) •Lessee’s full legal name and address or Business Lessee’s full name and address •Lessee’s Georgia county name •Lessee’s phone number E -SECURITY INTEREST OR LIENHOLDER INFORMATION - Attach any information on additional lienholders. List the following for the first two security interest or lienholders (attach any additional lienholder information to this form): •12-digit customer identification number • Name •Address F -----ATTORNEY-IN-FACT INFORMATION - Attach original Power of Attorney if title is to be mailed to attorney in fact. If using a Power of Attorney, attach the Power of Attorney and fill in their: •Name •Mailing address •Phone number •E-mail address