Quiet Title to Automobiles

In the states of Kansas and Missouri, having the title to an automobile is vital. The title is required for any future sales and it is also needed to register the car through the DMV to receive license plates which enable legal use. However, in many cases the title may not be in possession of the rightful owner. In these cases it may be necessary to hire an experienced quite title attorney to settle any disputes of the ownership of the vehicle.

When Might You Need a Quiet Title Attorney?

Purchasing Used

Often when purchasing a used car either through a dealership or an individual, you are relying on their goodwill that they will follow through on their duty of providing the title to you. However, many times this may not happen. If you have not yet received the title to a used vehicle you have purchased it may be advisable to contact an attorney to sort out the issue.

Death of the Title Owner

When the owner of the title of a vehicle passes away, the power of attorney may be required to transfer the title to someone else. Typically, when transferring the title, a signature is required of both parties but in the case of the death of the current title owner this is not possible.

Liens

When purchasing a car, many people take out loans in order to afford it. In Kansas and Missouri, the lien-holder who gave out the loan is the rightful owner of the title until the loan is paid off. When this loan is paid off, a lien release can be requested to remove the lien from the title. However, occasionally the lien-holder does not comply. In this case, an experienced quiet title attorney can remedy the conflict.