Transferring a car title after the owner dies in Mississippi
For a spouse, child, heir or executor dealing with a car that was owned by someone who died in Mississippi. In Mississippi, car titles go through the Mississippi Department of Revenue, which most people call the DMV.
To transfer a car title after the owner dies in Mississippi, go to the county Tax Collector with the title application. Who signs depends on how the names on the title are joined. If no will was probated, heirs bring letters of administration or form 78-014, the Affidavit of Heirship for Motor Vehicle.
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 Mississippi?
Spouses on the title
If the names are joined by "or", only the surviving spouse signs. If joined by "and", the spouse signs and brings a court-endorsed copy of the probated will. If joined by "and/or", the spouse signs and brings the death certificate.
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Bring a letter of administration or testamentary naming who gets the car, or the Affidavit of Heirship (Form 78-014), with the title application to the county Tax Collector.
78-014 · Affidavit of Heirship for Motor Vehicledor.ms.gov checkedExecutors and administrators
They apply for the title the same way and pay all fees and taxes.
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What is Mississippi form 78-014?
The Affidavit of Heirship for Motor Vehicle, used when no will was probated and no administrator was appointed.
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This page summarizes official Mississippi sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Mississippi Department of Revenue, and does not file or prepare forms. Confirm each step with the agency before you sign, pay or mail anything. Found a mistake? Email mr@marcelruettgers.com.