Transferring a car title after the owner dies in Nevada
For a spouse, child, heir or executor dealing with a car that was owned by someone who died in Nevada.
To transfer a car title after the owner dies in Nevada with no trust or probate, heirs of a small estate can use form VP 024. It can be used once enough time has passed since the death, and a notary or DMV representative witnesses it. If the owner named a transfer on death beneficiary, the car passes to them.
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 Nevada?
Heirs of a small estate, with no trust or probate
If the estate is worth no more than $25,000 ($100,000 for a surviving spouse), heirs can use VP 024 once more than 40 days have passed since the death. A notary or a DMV representative witnesses it. Any loan must be paid off first.
VP 024 · Affidavit for Transfer of Title for Estates Without Probatedmv.nv.gov checkedA transfer on death beneficiary
If the owner named a beneficiary before dying, the car passes to them once all owners have died. Any loan must be paid off first.
dmv.nv.gov checkedA family trust or probate
Contact the DMV with the car details and VIN to find out which documents you need.
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What is Nevada form VP 024?
The Affidavit for Transfer of Title for Estates Without Probate, for small estates with no probate.
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What if there is a trust or probate?
Contact the DMV with the car details and VIN to find out which documents you need.
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Sources for this page
- dmv.nv.gov/pdfforms/
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This page summarizes official Nevada sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles, 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.