CONNECTICUT CAR TITLE FAQs

How To Sign Your Connecticut Title

You must use a blue or black ink pen when signing over your used car title, and you must sign your name exactly as it is shown on the face of the title (see image below). 

The following VOIDS your Title (do NOT do any of the following):

• Signatures in incorrect section
• Signature does not match your driver license
• Erasure - do not erase or cross out anything on your title
• White out
• Rips or tears
• Mark outs - Trace overs
• Pencil or Marker usage

WHERE DO I SIGN A CONNECTICUT TITLE?

Sign on the back of the Connecticut Title on the top left side in the “Transfer by Owner” section. Sign where it reads "Signature of Seller".

MULTIPLE OWNERS

Plural ownership may require all signatures of all owners on the face of title depending on the conjunction.

AND- Requires both signatures
/ - Requires both signatures
OR- Requires one signature
AND/OR- Requires both owners’ signatures 

DOES A LIENHOLDER APPEAR ON THE TITLE?

If there is a lienholder listed on your title, the title must be signed off and dated or stamped by the lien holder. If the title is not signed by the lienholder, then an original lien release will be needed from your lien holder 

DECEASED OWNER

In case of joint ownership with rights of survivorship, the transfer must be accompanied with a copy of the Death Certificate.

For individuals, the title must be accompanied by a copy of the Death Certificate and legal documentation showing proof of Administrator, Executor, Surviving Spouse, or Next of Kin.

How to Get an Connecticut Duplicate Title

If your title has been lost, stolen, voided, or damaged beyond recognition you will need to have it replaced.

You can apply for a replacement title by Mail or by visiting your local Connecticut DMV 

Time frame to get title in person: Same Day
Time frame to get title by mail: 2-4 weeks

• Complete a H6B form
• Be prepared to show a photo ID if you are a walk-in customer
• Include a $25.00 Money order or Cashier’s Check
• Submit application to your local Connecticut DMV
• Or Mail:
                  State of Connecticut
           Department of Motor Vehicles
       Attn: Specialized Registry Services
                         60 State Street
                 Wethersfield, CT  06161

What To Do After Selling My Car?

REPORTING VEHICLE SALE TO CONNECTICUT DMV

The sale of your vehicle must be reported to the Title issued state within 30 days of sale date. You may report the sale by surrendering your tags to your local tag agency and submitting the Bill of Sale / Notice of Sale, provided by CarBrain via Email, to the State.

WAYS TO SUBMIT

In Person: 
You may submit your Bill of Sale / Notice of sale in person by visiting your local Connecticut tag agency.

By Mail:
State of Connecticut
Department of Motor Vehicles
Attn: Specialized Registry Services
60 State Street
Wethersfield, CT  06161

Online:
You may report the sale online by visiting Connecticut Online Services  and following the instructions listed on the webpage.

DO I KEEP MY TAGS?

Yes, per state requirements, please remove your license plate prior to releasing the vehicle. Contact your local DMV for further instructions on used license plates.