A Mississippi bill of sale is a legal document used to transfer ownership of a valuable item from one person to another based on the specific state laws of Mississippi.
Bills of sale in Mississippi usually require notarization and should contain the signatures of both the buyer and the seller.
How to Register a Vehicle in Mississippi
To register a vehicle in Mississippi, gather the required documents including the bill of sale, odometer disclosure statement, certificate of title, valid driver’s license, registration fees, and proof of insurance, and submit them to your local Mississippi Tax Collector’s office.
Bill of Sale – By Type (5)
Use a vehicle bill of sale form to buy or sell a motor vehicle.
Vehicle Bill of Sale
Use a boat bill of sale to transfer ownership of recreational water vehicles (such as motorboats, sailboats, yachts, and jet skis).
Boat Bill of Sale
Use a trailer bill of sale to buy or sell a trailer (or any non-motorized vehicle pulled by another vehicle).
Trailer Bill of Sale
Use a firearm bill of sale to transfer ownership of a gun (such as a handgun, rifle, or shotgun).
Firearm Bill of Sale
Use to document the details of your transaction and prove motorcycle ownership.
Motorcycle Bill of Sale
Requirements
When creating a Mississippi bill of sale, there are a few general requirements to ensure the document is valid and legally binding. The bill of sale should clearly identify the buyer and seller, describe the item being transferred, and outline the terms of the sale. Including essential details such as the date, signatures, and notarization (if necessary) will help provide clarity and prevent disputes.
Language, Notarization and Copy Requirements
- Language: A Mississippi bill of sale is generally written in English but can be in any language if both parties fully understand it. A certified translation is recommended for legal purposes if another language is used.
- Notarization: Although notarization is not required by state law, having the bill of sale notarized can add legal protection and may be needed for specific transactions.
- Copies: Both the buyer and seller should keep copies of the bill of sale for their records. For vehicle or boat transactions, a copy may also need to be submitted to the Mississippi Department of Revenue or other authorities.
Vehicle Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale
- Odometer Disclosure Statement
- Certificate of Title (if you need to replace the title, fill out Application for Replacement Certificate of Title—Form 78-006)
- Valid driver’s license
- Mississippi Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (if someone else is acting on behalf of the owner)
- Registration Fees
- Proof of Insurance according to the state’s minimum requirements [1] :
- $25,000 per accident per person
- $25,000 per accident for property damage
- $50,000 per accident for bodily injury
Boat Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale
- Certificate of Title (if the boat had a previous owner)
- Mississippi Motor Title Application
- Mississippi Motor Boat Registration Application
- Registration Fees
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