INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR TITLING OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES
It is the intent of the Legislature that all off-highway vehicles purchased after the effective date of the "Florida Off-Highway Vehicle Titling Act" (July 1, 2002) and all off-highway vehicles operated on public lands be titled to allow for easy determination of ownership.
An "off-highway vehicle" is defined as any all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or off-highway motorcycle (OHM) that is used off the roads or highways of this state for recreational purposes and that is not registered and licensed for highway use pursuant to Chapter 320, Florida Statutes.
An "ATV" is defined as any motorized off-highway or all-terrain vehicle 50 inches or less in width, having a dry weight of 900 pounds or less, designed to travel on three or more low-pressure tires, having a seat designed to be straddled by the operator and handlebars for steering control and intended for use by a single operator and with no passenger.
An "OHM" is defined as any motor vehicle used off the roads or highways of this state that has a seat or saddle for the use of the rider and is designed to travel with not more than two wheels in contact with the ground, but excludes a tractor or a moped.
"Public Lands" means lands within the state that are available for public use and that are owned, operated or managed by a federal, state, county or municipal governmental entity.
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WHEN SHOULD AN OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE BE TITLED?
HOW DO I OBTAIN A FLORIDA CERTIFICATE OF TITLE FOR MY OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE:
New or Used Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased Prior to 07/01/02
Used Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased in Florida, 07/01/02 or after
New Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased in Florida or Out of State, 07/01/02 or After
Used Off-Highway Vehicle From Out of State, 07/01/02, or After
WHERE DO I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TITLE?
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WHEN SHOULD AN OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE BE TITLED?
Any off-highway vehicle purchased by a Florida resident on July 1, 2002 or after.
Any off-highway vehicle purchased by a Florida resident, prior to July 1, 2002, that is operated on unrestricted public lands of this state.
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HOW DO I OBTAIN A FLORIDA CERTIFICATE OF TITLE FOR MY OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE
New or Used Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased Prior to 07/01/02
ONE of the following must be submitted as proof of ownership:
A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin.
A bill of sale (must include the year, make and vehicle identification number of the off-highway vehicle).
An affidavit of ownership (must include the year, make and vehicle identification number of the off-highway vehicle).
A form HSMV 82040, Application for Certificate of Title, accurately completed by the applicant.
NOTE: If a lien is to be recorded, a lien date MUST be shown.
A lien satisfaction(s), if applicable.
NOTE: If a lien is shown on the proof of ownership, submit the proper lien satisfaction or if the lien has not been satisfied and there is no change in ownership, place lien information on an accurately completed form 82040, Application for Certificate of Title.
Proof of payment of sales tax is not required for an off-highway vehicle purchased prior to July 1, 2002.
Title fees in the amount of $33.25 ($29.00 title fees & $4.25 service fee), payable to The Division of Motor Vehicles.
NOTE: Off-highway vehicles will NOT be issued a license plate or decal.
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Used Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased in Florida, 07/01/02 or after
ONE of the following must be submitted as proof of ownership:
Florida certificate of title.
A bill of sale (must include the year, make and vehicle identification number of the off-highway vehicle).
A form HSMV 82040, Application for Certificate of Title, accurately completed by the applicant.
NOTE: If a lien is to be recorded, a lien date MUST be shown.
A lien satisfaction(s), if applicable.
NOTE: If a lien is shown on the bill of sale, a lien satisfaction is applicable.
Payment of sales tax.
Title fees in the amount of $33.25 ($29.00 title fees & $4.25 service fee), payable to The Division of Motor Vehicles.
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New Off-Highway Vehicle Purchased in Florida or Out of State, 07/01/02 or After
A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin.
A form HSMV 82040, Application for Certificate of Title, accurately completed by the applicant.
NOTE: If a lien is to be recorded, a lien date MUST be shown.
Payment of sales tax.
Title fees in the amount of $33.25 ($29.00 title fees & $4.25 service fee), payable to The Division of Motor Vehicles.
NOTE: Off-highway vehicles will NOT be issued a license plate or decal.
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Used Off-Highway Vehicle From Out of State, 07/01/02, or After
Out of state title.
NOTE: If the off-highway vehicle was not required to be titled, then proof of ownership is a dealer's bill of sale or the registration from that state (if applicable) and a bill of sale from the seller to the purchaser.
The certificate of title, the off-highway vehicle registration (if applicable) or bill of sale submitted as proof of ownership must be in the name of the applicant or must be properly assigned to the applicant.
A form HSMV 82040, Application for Certificate of Title, accurately completed by the applicant.
NOTE: If a lien is to be recorded, a lien date MUST be shown.
A lien satisfaction(s), if applicable.
NOTE: If a lien is shown on the proof of ownership, submit the proper lien satisfaction or if the lien has not been satisfied and there is no change in ownership, place lien information on an accurately completed form 82040, Application for Certificate of Title.
Payment of sales tax.
Title fees in the amount of $33.25 ($29.00 title fees & $4.25 service fee), payable to The Division of Motor Vehicles.
NOTE: Off-highway vehicles will NOT be issued a license plate or decal.
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WHERE DO I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TITLE?
Applications submitted from July 1, 2002 until November 1, 2002, must be mailed to:
DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Direct Mail & Title Correction Section, MS# 72
Neil Kirkman Building - Tallahassee, FL 32399
Applications after November 01, 2002, must be submitted to your local tax collector's office or any license plate agency.
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