Transferring a car title after the owner dies in Colorado
For a spouse, child, heir or executor dealing with a car that was owned by someone who died in Colorado.
To transfer a car title after the owner dies in Colorado without probate, the successors can use form DR 2712, a small estate affidavit. The estate must be under the yearly limit, at least ten days must have passed, and the successors sign before a notary and attach the death certificate.
If the estate is going through probate, or family members disagree, talk to the probate court or a lawyer before you sign anything.
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Which route applies when a car owner dies in Colorado?
Successors of a small estate
If the estate is worth no more than the yearly limit ($88,000 for a death in 2026) and no personal representative is appointed, the successors sign DR 2712 before a notary at least ten days after the death. Attach the death certificate.
DR 2712 · Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property Pursuant to Small Estate Proceedingdmv.colorado.gov checkedCommon questions
What is Colorado form DR 2712?
The Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property Pursuant to Small Estate Proceeding. Successors use it when the estate is small and no personal representative is appointed.
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