This Ohio DMV motor vehicle bill of sale form includes vital information about the buyer, seller, vehicle, and the transfer of ownership. It is typically needed for registration as evidence of ownership.

Vehicle Registration

• In Ohio, vehicle owners must register their vehicle within thirty (30) days of purchase.
• Registration can be done for a period of one to five years (Multi-Year or Staggered Registration).

Renewing Vehicle Registration in Ohio: A Step-by-Step Guide

Available Renewal Options: Online at OPLATES.com and In-Person

1. Account Information
2. Vehicle Details
3. Payment Details

Renewing at Local Deputy Registrar License Agency

Registration Taxes

• Ohio Department of Taxation
• Tax Rates and Updated Changes

Additional Fees Effective January 4th, 2024

Ohio Code Sec. 4503.10(C): the fees for these types of motor vehicles that are paid each year:

• Hybrid vehicle – $100
• Plug-in hybrid – $150
• Electric vehicle – $200

Source: Fuel Type Fees

Registering Motor Vehicle from Out-of-State

Dual Ownership Requirements

• Both Parties Must Be Present
• Exception: Power of Attorney

Documentation Requirements

• Social Security Numbers (Both Parties in transaction)
• Title Documentation Restrictions

Title Transfer Process

• Procedure for titles held by lien holders
• Obtaining a transfer request form from the County Clerk of Courts Title Office
• Title Fees

Vehicle Inspection Options

1. Ohio deputy registrar license agency
2. Ohio licensed motor vehicle dealership

Out-of-State Leasing Dealers

• Specific Requirements for Out-of-State Leasing Dealers
• Obtaining Leasing Permit Number
• Valid Ohio Use Tax Account Number

Source: Ohio Rev. Code Sec. 2921.13

Ohio DMV Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale: PDF Template Preview

Sample

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