Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (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.

Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a) is a commonly used form within Pennsylvania. 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 Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a)

Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a):

• This form pertains to the State of Pennsylvania

• 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 Pennsylvania’s Form Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a) up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a), take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in PA 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 Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (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 Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (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 Pennsylvania.

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

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a), and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a) is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (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 Pennsylvania probate court office.

Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (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 Pennsylvania-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 Pennsylvania Form Notification Of Assignment/correction Of Vehicle Upon Death Of Owner (N/a). You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

4.Ownership is being titled in the estate. 5.Ownership is being transferred to or by all heirs. List all heirs in Section D. 6.Ownership is being transferred to or by Surviving Spouse or adult child(ren) to whom vehicle is given by decedent’s will which is not to be probated. Title Number Last Name (or Full Business Name) First NameMiddle Name Make of Vehicle Vehicle Identification NumberRegistration Plate Number PA DL/Photo ID# or Bus. ID# Date of Birth Street Address City State Zip 1.Ownership is being transferred to or by Surviving Spouse - who is co-owner 2.Ownership is being transferred to or by a Joint Tenant with Right of Survivorship. 3.Ownership is being transferred to or by Surviving Spouse - who is not co-owner. D HEIRS - List name, signature (Part II only), address, relationship and age of all heirs. (In conjunction with Assignment of Title) NAME(S) List heirs signing attached titleADDRESS RELATIONSHIPAGE E VEHICLE OWNER'S SELF-CERTIFICATION - Required if Section D and/or F is completed. NAME(S) Heirs not signing attached titleSIGNATURE RELATIONSHIPAGE ADDRESS G PROOF OF DEATH - (Check One) Original Death Certificate need not be attached if No. 3 below is completed by attending physician or funeral director. I/We certify that I/we, together with the above person(s) who have executed the assignment block on the title constitute all of the heirs of the decedent and hereby join in the transfer of ownership of the above described vehicle to the person(s) indicated in the assignment block on the title. I hereby state under oath that all debts of the decedent have been paid. ________________________________________________________ Signature of Surviving Spouse or Adult Heir o o o o o o VEHICLE DESCRIPTION INFORMANT CHECK APPLICABLE BLOCK Please read ALL information on reverse side before completing form. A B C MV-39 (8-23) www.dmv.pa.gov NOTIFICATION OF ASSIGNMENT/CORRECTION OF VEHICLE TITLE UPON DEATH OF OWNER (The space above is for Department use only) Bureau of Motor Vehicles • 1101 South Front Street • Harrisburg, PA 17104 1. o Original Certificate of Death (must be attached)2. o Original Certificate of Death from Department of Defense (must be attached) 3. o I certify that _____________________________________________________________________ died on __________________________ ______________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Name of Decedent Date Printed Name of Attending Physician or Funeral Director Signature of Attending Physician or Funeral Director I II X X X X I/We declare under penalty of perjury under the law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, that the foregoing is true and correct, and that application was made for the above product. Furthermore, I/we state that I/we have read and signed this application after its completion, and I/we swear or affirm that the statements made herein are true and correct, and that any statement made on or pursuant to this application is subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904 (relating to unsworn falsification), which include criminal prosecution and a term of imprisonment, the maximum of which may be one year [18 Pa.C.S. 4904(b)], or up to two years [18 Pa.C.S. 4904(a)]. In addition to any other penalty, a person convicted under this section shall be sentenced to pay a fine of at least $1,000 [18 Pa.C.S. 4904(d)]. Signed on the _____ day of _________________________, ___________ at __________________________________, _______________________. F AFFIDAVIT OF PAYMENT DEBTS (county or other location, and state)(country) Printed Name of Surviving Spouse/Adult Heir Signature of Surviving Spouse/Adult Heir GENERAL INFORMATION • A person authorized to complete this form (Informant) would be a Joint Tenant with Right of Survivorship, a surviving spouse, or if there is no spouse, an adult child of the decedent or if there are no such children, a parent, or the executor or administrator of the estate. The informant whose name appears in Section B must always sign in Section I. In addition, if vehicle is to be registered, Section H must also be completed. • If an executor or administrator has been appointed or if a court order is issued under family exemption or small estate procedure, THIS FORM IS NOT REQUIRED unless the vehicle is to be titled in the name of the estate. Otherwise, attach a Short Form Certificate to assigned title. (A Short Form Certificate is issued by the Register of Wills when an executor or administrator is appointed.) • Informant must sign as name(s) appears and list driver’s license number and telephone number in spaces provided. • If the vehicle is in the name of a company/corporation, the signature of an authorized representative is required; however, the authorized representative is not required to list their driver’s license number. • Telephone number will be used only if there is problem with your application. • Mail completed application to: Department of Transportation, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, 1101 S. Front St., Harrisburg, PA 17104. • If this application is processed, and requested title, registration (or both) are not received due to loss in the mail, you may apply for free duplicate title on Form MV-38O, “Application for Duplicate Certificate of Title by Owner,” and free replacement of registration on Form MV-44, “Application for Duplicate Registration Card or rReplacement of Lost, Stolen or Defaced Registration Plate” within 90 days of the date or original issuance. INSTRUCTIONS (TITLE MUST BE ATTACHED) Block 1 or Block 2 (Section C) - Surviving spouse who is co-owner or Joint Tenant with Right of Survivorship • Complete Sections A, B, C, G, H (if the vehicle will be registered) and I. • Title must be assigned only if vehicle is being transferred by surviving spouse (or joint tenant) to another person. ** Form MV-4ST is required if title is assigned. • Title fee is required except when transfer is to a surviving spouse. • Registration transfer fee is not required if title is to be issued in surviving co-owner’s name. Current registration will automatically be placed in the name of surviving owner. Vehicle insurance information (insurance company name, policy number, policy effective date and policy expiration date) is required, if the vehicle will be registered. Block 3 (Section C) - No Will - Surviving spouse who is not co-owner • Complete Sections A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and I. • Surviving spouse and all adult children must assign title [along with surviving co-owner(s), if any]. All heirs must enter their names, address, relationship and age in Section D. When more than two (2) persons must assign title, use Section D (Part II) for additional signatures. * All signatures in Section D and F must be notarized. ** Form MV-4ST is required. • Title fee is required except when transfer is to a surviving spouse. • Registration transfer fee and all other applicable fees are required. Registration plate is transferable only as provided under Section 1314 of the Vehicle Code. Decedent’s registration card should be attached. Vehicle insurance information must be listed on Form MV-4ST, Section F. Block 4 (Section C) - Vehicle to be titled in name of Estate • Complete Sections A, B, C, G, H (if the vehicle will be registered) and I. • Registration may be renewed once by the executor or administrator; or without limit by the spouse, parent, or child who was a member of the decedent’s household pending court approval of the final account, if any. • Title fee is required. Assignment of title not required. • Registration transfer fee is not required. Current registration will automatically be placed in the name of the estate. • Vehicle insurance information is required, if the vehicle will be registered. Block 5 (Section C) - No Will - No Surviving Spouse • Complete Sections A, B, C, D, E, G, and I. • All heirs, including guardians of minor heirs, must assign title and enter their name, address, relationship and age in Section D. When more than two (2) persons must assign the title use Section D (Part II) for additional signature(s). *All Signatures must be notarized. ** Form MV-4ST is required. • Title fee is required. • Applicable registration fees required. If transferring registration in accordance with Section 1314 of the Vehicle Code, decedent’s registration card should be attached. Vehicle insurance information must be listed on Form MV-4ST, Section F, if the vehicle will be registered. Block 6 (Section C) • Complete Sections A, B, C, G, and I. • Copy of the decedent’s will must be attached. ** Title must be assigned and Form MV-4ST is required. • Title fee is required except when transfer is to a surviving spouse. • Registration transfer fee and all other applicable fees are required. Registration plate is transferable only as provided under Section 1314 of the Vehicle Code. Decedent’s registration card should be attached. Vehicle insurance information must be listed on Form MV-4ST, Section F. NOTE: * If all heirs cannot appear before same Notary or attesting officer, attach additional notarized statement(s) listing vehicle information as it appears in Section A, name(s) of person(s) to whom vehicle is being transferred, and signature(s) of heir(s). ** Complete Form MV-1 if vehicle is not currently titled in Pennsylvania. Visit us at www.dmv.pa.gov or call us at 717-412-5300. TTY callers — please dial 711 to reach us. H VEHICLE INSURANCE INFORMATION - If the vehicle is to be registered in the informant's name. I ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND CERTIFICATION Insurance Company Name Policy Number Policy Effective Date Policy Expiration Date I/We state that I/we have read and signed this form after its completion, and I/we swear or affirm that the statements made herein are TRUE and CORRECT, and that any statement made on or pursuant to this form is subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section 4903(a)(2) (relating to false swearing), which shall include punishment of a fine not exceeding $5,000 or to a term of imprisonment of not more than two years, or both. In addition, if vehicle is to be registered in the informant's name, I/we acknowledge that I/we may lose my/our operating privilege or vehicle registration for failure to maintain financial responsibility on the currently registered vehicle for the period of registration. Informant Signature __________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone Number ______ ( _____________