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Corrected or Updated Title

Documents Required:

Original Kentucky Title
Application for Title/Registration (TC96-182)

Instructions for Completing the Application (TC96-182):

Indicate the type of application being submitted
Complete the Vehicle Identification Section
Provide the Odometer Disclosure
Fill out the Owner/Buyer Section, including the current owner’s full name, Social Security Number, and address
Select the appropriate boxes for lien information
Sign the form and have it notarized

If You Are Updating Your Name on the Title:

Submit a copy of your marriage license, divorce decree, or court order verifying the name change
Provide a copy of your updated photo ID
Complete the Application for Change of Name (FCC-84-256)

For Title Updates Due to an Additional Loan:

If the title update is for the purpose of securing an additional loan, the owner will receive the goldenrod copy of the Registration Receipt. This copy should be presented to the lender for processing.

Fees:

$6.00 – If the application is notarized outside the County Clerk’s office
$9.00 – If notarized by the County Clerk’s office

Processing and Delivery:

The updated registration will be mailed from our office
The new title will be mailed to the address provided on the application within approximately four weeks

Important Note:

Adding or removing an owner is considered a transfer of ownership and not a title update. For those changes, please refer to the Transfer of Ownership instructions.

Personalizing a License Plate

Steps to Get a Personalized Plate

Request Approval
- Go to drive.ky.gov to submit a request for approval.
- The Department of Motor Vehicle Licensing must review and approve your plate request.
- Once approved, you’ll receive an approval letter.
Submit Required Documents and Fee
- Approval letter from the Department of Motor Vehicle Licensing.
- $25.00 application fee or $43.00 application fee depending on the license plate you choose.
You will be contacted by our office when we receive the license plate.
Required Documents for Issuance of New Plate
- Original Registration
- Proof of Insurance
- Balance of Fees

Junking a Kentucky Title

What you will need:

Original Kentucky Title – On the face of the title, the owner must write “JUNKED”, sign, and date.
Application to Junk Title – This affidavit must be signed and notarized by the owner(s).
Payment of any existing property taxes

This process prevents future property tax assessments for this vehicle.

$1.00 Fee

Off the Road Vehicle Information

Vehicles that are not operated on public roadways are not required to be registered; however, annual property taxes are still assessed and must be paid. If you intend to cancel insurance coverage on a vehicle, you must first return the license plate and registration to the County Clerk’s office.

If a vehicle has been unregistered for more than one year and is being prepared for re-registration for use on public roads, the owner may submit an Off-the-Road Affidavit (TC 96-191). When submitted with the original registration, this affidavit may allow the registration fees for the inactive period to be waived.

Fees:

$3.00 – If the affidavit is notarized at the County Clerk’s office

B Seal of Approval

Who Needs a Seal of Approval?

If you purchase any of the following types of homes or vehicles from outside Kentucky, you must provide proof of a Seal of Approval:

Manufactured Home / Mobile Home
Previously Owned Recreational Vehicle (RV), including:
- Camping Trailers
- Travel Trailers
- Motor Homes

Seal of Approval Inspection Requirements

The inspection must be completed by:

A Manufactured Housing Inspector, or
A Certified Dealer

You must submit the yellow copy of the HBC-40 Seal Inspection Form when you apply for title and registration.

What Does the Inspection Cover?

The following systems are checked to ensure safety and code compliance:

Plumbing and Waste Systems
Heating System
Electrical System
Fire Detection Equipment