Duplicate 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.

Duplicate Title Application (N/a) is a commonly used form within Maine. 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 Duplicate Title Application (N/a)

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

• This form pertains to the State of Maine

• 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 Maine’s Form Duplicate 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 Maine 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 Maine 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 Duplicate Title Application (N/a), take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in ME 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 Duplicate 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 Duplicate 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 Maine.

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

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

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

It may also be available through some Maine 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 Maine.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form Duplicate 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 Maine probate court office.

Duplicate 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 Maine-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 Maine Form Duplicate 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.

Request to re-issue a Certificate of Title Call to verify information before filing. 207-624-9000 ext. 52138 TTY Users call Maine Relay 711 Please type or print clearly in dark ink. BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES DIVISION OF TITLE SERVICES 29 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333 Fee: $33.00 ❑ RUSH REQUEST Additional $10.00 Fee In accordance with Chapter 7, Title 29A M.R.S.A., Section 661, I hereby apply for a replacement Certificate of Title. I (we) state under penalties of false statement, that the original title was: (if destroyed or illegible, remnants of title must accompany this form.) LOST ❑ STOLEN ❑ DESTROYED ❑ ILLEGIBLE ❑ OWNER INFORMATION 1. NAME(S): LAST, FIRST, MIDDLE INITIAL A. 2. DATE OF BIRTH A. 3. TELEPHONE # A. B. B. B. 4. OWNER’S CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS - NO & STREET CITY STATE ZIP CODE VEHICLE INFORMATION 5. YEAR 6. MAKE 7. MODEL 8. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 9. BODY TYPE 10. NEW ❑ USED ❑ REBUILT ❑ 11. PURCHASE DATE 12. CURRENT ODOMETER READING ❑MI. ❑ KM DO NOT ESTIMATE - NO TENTHS MILEAGE STATED AS: ❑ ACTUAL MILEAGE ❑ IN EXCESS OF MECHANICAL LIMITS ❑ NOT ACTUAL - ODOMETER DISCREPANCY IF NOT ACTUAL: ❑ ODOMETER CHANGED ❑ ODOMETER BROKEN MUST FILE MVT-32 LIEN INFORMATION A LIEN RELEASE FORM (MVT-12) MUST BE FILED IF MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS SHOW A LIEN WHICH HAS SINCE BEEN RELEASED 13.. FIRST LIEN HOLDER’S NAME IF VEHICLE FINANCED, IF NO LIEN, STATE “NONE” 14. DATE OF LIEN M/D/Y 15. ADDRESS - NO. & STREET CITY STATE ZIP CODE 16. SECOND LIEN HOLDER’S NAME 14. DATE OF LIEN M/D/Y 18. ADDRESS - NO. & STREET CITY STATE ZIP CODE SIGNATURES PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS 19. I(WE) CERTIFY THE ACCURACY OF ALL THE INFORMATION ABOVE A. B. DATE SIGNATURES OF OWNERS AS NAMED IN BLOCK 1. ALL OWNERS MUST SIGN IF MULTIPLE OWNERSHIP 19. LIENHOLDER’S SIGNATURE - IF APPLICABLE NAME POSITION DATE Authorization for Mailing I (we) hereby certify that I (we) intend to transfer my (our) interest in the above vehicle to a Maine licensed dealer. I (we) authorize the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to forward the Certificate issued, as a result of this application to the dealer named below. This section not for use by dealers outside of Maine or for private sales. This is not a transfer of ownership (use form MVT-16 to transfer.) 21. DEALER’S NAME 22. ADDRESS 23. PLATE NUMBER D ❑ U/C ❑ M/C ❑ NAME POSITION SIGNATURE DATE Failure to provide ALL signatures, information, or documents necessary may result in a delay in processing your application. Making a false statement on this form is a criminal offense. Never sign a blank form. ❑ D ❑ L ❑ O ❑ MV PTN: APPLICATION RECEIVED: APPROVED BY: MVT– 8 Rev. 10/2023 INSTRUCTIONS 1. A duplicate Certificate of Title will contain the legend, “This is a duplicate Certificate and may be subject to the rights of a person under the original Certificate.” A duplicate Certificate of Title will be mailed to the owner or, at the owner’s request, to a Maine licensed dealer. If a Certificate of Title has been lost, stolen, mutilated, or destroyed or becomes illegible, the first lienholder shown on the certificate may apply for and obtain a duplicate upon furnishing information satisfactory to the Secretary of State. If a duplicate Certificate of Title is to be sent to anyone other than the owner or a Maine Dealer, the owner must submit a separate signed authorization. 2. The Secretary of State is not required to issue a duplicate until 15 days after the previous title was issued. 3. A person recovering an original Certificate of Title for which a duplicate has been issued must promptly surrender the original Certificate to the Title Section of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. 4. Required Fees: $33.00– Regular duplicate Certificate of Title $43.00– Rush duplicate Certificate of Title ($33.00 title fee plus the $10.00 rush fee.) CHECKS SHOULD BE MADE PAYABLE TO “SECRETARY OF STATE.” Please do not send cash 5. If the original Certificate is mutilated or illegible, the Certificate or its remnants must accompany this application. 6. Failure to provide all signatures, information and/or necessary documents may result in suspension of your application and/or registration. 7. If BMV records show a lien against the vehicle, which has since been released, the lienholder must release their security interest on form MVT-12. NOTE: A lienholder cannot create a lien with this form. MAINE TITLE SCHEDULE (Vehicles more than 25 years old are exempt from title.) As of October 25, 2023 vehicles that are 1997 model year and older are title exempt. As of January 1, 2024 vehicles that are 1998 model year and older are title exempt. As of January 1, 2025 vehicles that are 1999 model year and older are title exempt. As of January 1, 2026 vehicles that are 2000 model year and older are title exempt. As of January 1, 2027 vehicles that are 2001 model year and older are title exempt.