The Texas VTR-346 form is a crucial document used for notifying the Texas Department of Transportation about the transfer of vehicle ownership. This form ensures that the new owner is recognized and helps protect both the seller and buyer from potential liabilities. Completing it accurately is essential for a smooth transfer process.
The Texas VTR-346 form serves as a crucial document in the vehicle transfer process within the state of Texas. This form notifies the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) of a change in ownership for a motor vehicle. When filled out correctly, it establishes the buyer as the presumed owner, which carries significant legal implications. Accurate completion of the form is essential, particularly regarding the buyer's name and address, as any inaccuracies could lead to civil or criminal liability. The seller must provide detailed information, including their own name, address, and the vehicle's specifics such as the make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Additionally, the form requires the seller's signature and the date of transfer. It is also important to keep a copy of the completed form for personal records. Once submitted, the processing time typically spans about two weeks, during which the vehicle record will remain in the seller's name until a new title is issued in the buyer's name. Furthermore, the form includes a warning about the legal consequences of falsifying information, emphasizing the importance of accuracy. Understanding these elements can help facilitate a smooth vehicle transfer process and ensure compliance with state regulations.
VTR-346 (Rev. 6/2007) DHT # 146692
Texas Motor Vehicle Transfer Notification
ALL INFORMATION MUST BE COMPLETE
Under state law, when you submit this completed form to the department, the buyer named is presumed to be the owner and may be subject to criminal and civil liability for the vehicle. For this reason, complete information, particularly the name and address of the buyer, is important.
•Legibly print or type all information
•Keep a copy of this form for your records
•Processing takes approximately two weeks from date of receipt by the department
SELLER INFORMATION
NAME OF SELLER(S)/TRANSFEROR(S)
LAST NAME
FIRST NAME
INITIAL
CURRENT ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
ZIP
VEHICLE INFORMATION (The department does not maintain files by owner name)
TITLE/DOCUMENT NUMBER
VEHICLE MAKE
PLATE NUMBER
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.)
YEAR MODEL
BODY STYLE
BUYER / TRANSFER INFORMATION (If any of the requested information is unavailable or unknown, write “unknown” in the applicable space)
NAME OF BUYER/TRANSFEREE
DATE VEHICLE DELIVERED TO BUYER/TRANSFEREE
I/we hereby request that the department mark its motor vehicle records to indicate that I/we have transferred the vehicle described above under the provisions of the Transportation Code, §520.023, which addresses secondhand vehicle transfers. I/we understand that the motor vehicle record will remain in my/our name(s) until a new Texas Certificate of Title is applied for and issued, recording the name of the new owner.
SIGNATURE OF SELLER(S)/TRANSFEROR(S)
DATE SIGNED (mm/dd/yyyy)
MAIL TO:
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION -- VEHICLE TITLES AND REGISTRATION DIVISION
AUSTIN, TX 78779-0001
WARNING: Transportation Code, §501.155, provides that falsifying information on any required statement or application is a third-degree felony offense punishable by not more than ten (10) years in prison or not more than one (1) year in a community correctional facility. In addition to imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000 may also be imposed.
NOTICE
With a few exceptions, you are entitled to be informed about the information TxDOT collects about you. Texas Government Code, §§552.021, 552.023 and 559.004 further entitles you to receive and review the information on request, and to request the department correct any information about you that is deemed incorrect. Please contact the TxDOT Vehicle Titles and Registration Division at (512) 465-7611 for further details.
This vehicle transfer notification is being returned for the reasons shown on page two.
Online Form at www.txdot.gov
TxDOT FORM VTR-346 Page 1 of 2
This Vehicle Transfer Notification Is Being Returned
For The Reasons Checked Below:
We find no record of title in our files by the vehicle description shown. Please check the vehicle identification number and Texas license plate number, or resubmit this transfer notification with a photocopy of the Texas registration receipt or title.
Required information is incomplete. Please complete the following items on the attached notification form:
Title/Document Number Texas license plate number Vehicle Identification Number Full name of buyer(s)/transferee(s)
Full name of seller(s)/transferor(s) Address of seller(s)/transferor(s)
Date seller(s)/transferor(s) signed form
Date vehicle was delivered to the buyer(s)/transferee(s)
Address of buyer(s)/transferee(s)
Signature of seller(s)/transferor(s)
Note: If any of the requested information is unavailable, write "Unknown" in the applicable space(s).
Only the recorded owner of the vehicle may make notification of the sale or transfer of a vehicle. Our records do not indicate you are the recorded owner. For further information, please contact the VTR Customer Help Desk at 512/465-7611, or a TxDOT Vehicle Titles and Registration Division Regional Office.
Other:
TxDOT FORM VTR-346 Page 2 of 2
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