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Titling and Registration FAQs

I just bought a motor vehicle. What should I do now?

You have 30 days from the date of purchase to title and pay sales tax on your newly purchased vehicle. If you do not title the vehicle within 30 days, there is a title penalty of $25 on the 31st day after purchase. The penalty increases another $25 for every 30 days you are late with a maximum penalty of $200.

 

When you purchase your vehicle, you may obtain a temporary permit, transfer license plates from a vehicle you already own, or you may purchase new license plates. Our online sales tax calculator may help you estimate the taxes and fees you will pay.

 

Vehicles Purchased in Missouri New Vehicle Purchased in Missouri – The buyer receives a title application and an assigned Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin from the dealer where the vehicle was purchased. The Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin indicates the vehicle is new and has never been registered. The buyer and the dealer must complete the odometer disclosure portion on the back of the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin.

 

Used Vehicle Purchased in Missouri – The buyer must receive a properly assigned title from the seller that proves a transfer in ownership occurred. If the buyer purchased the used vehicle from a dealer, the buyer may also receive a completed title application. A proper odometer disclosure on the back of the title is required on vehicles model year 2011 and newer until the vehicle reaches the age of twenty years old. If the title assigned to the buyer is an out-of-state title, the buyer must obtain an identification number and odometer inspection completed by an authorized Missouri inspection station. Please refer to page 3 for further explanation about assigning a title.

 

Vehicles Purchased Out-of-State New Vehicle Purchased Out-of-State – The buyer must receive the dealer’s invoice or a bill of sale and assigned Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin from the out-of-state dealer. The buyer and the dealer must complete the odometer disclosure portion on the back of the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin.

 

Used Vehicle Purchased Out-of-State – A buyer must receive either a properly assigned title from the seller or a reassigned title from the dealer. If the state does not require a title, you must obtain a bill of sale. The bill of sale must include the buyer’s and seller’s names, addresses, signatures; and the purchase date, purchase price, year, make, and vehicle identification number of the vehicle being sold. A proper odometer disclosure is required on vehicles model year 2011 and newer until the vehicle reaches the age of twenty years old. If the title assigned to the buyer is an out-of-state title, the buyer must obtain an identification number and odometer inspection completed by an authorized Missouri inspection station.

 

For All Vehicle Purchases, Whether Purchased in Missouri or Out-of-State: Properly Assigned Titles: Purchaser’s name and address; Odometer reading, Sale price of vehicle; Date of the sale; and Name of any lienholder, if applicable; Signature and printed name of all sellers. Purchaser’s printed name and signature.

 

Odometer Readings When a person buys or sells a vehicle the seller must write the mileage reading on the title assignment. Effective January 1, 2021, motor vehicles with a model year 2011 or newer, will require mileage discloser at the time of ownership transfer until the vehicle reaches the age of twenty years old. If the vehicle is new, the odometer reading must be on the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin. Both the buyer and the seller must print and sign their names verifying the mileage. When the certificate of title does not contain space for the proper odometer information, a separate Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 3019) may be required.

 

Title Penalty Missouri law requires owners to apply for title within 30 days of purchasing a vehicle. If an application for title is not made by the owner in this time frame, a delinquent penalty fee of $25 for each 30 days of delinquency, not to exceed a total of $200, may be imposed.

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Temporary Permit Upon purchase of a newly acquired motor vehicle, trailer, motorcycle, mototricycle, or autocycle, the buyer may purchase a temporary permit from the dealer to operate the vehicle when no plates are available for transfer. Missouri dealers can sell temporary permits to out-of-state resident buyers only if they are purchasing motor vehicles, trailers, motorcycles, motortricycles, or autocycles from their dealership.

• Temporary permits may be issued for a period of 30 days from the purchase date.

• Temporary permits may be issued for a period of 60 days from the purchase date by qualified dealers when specific sale conditions apply.

• Temporary permits may not be purchased and are no longer valid once application for title has been made.

• Temporary permits may not be purchased for junk vehicles.

• Only one temporary permit may be purchased per vehicle.

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To Obtain a Temporary Permit from any Missouri License Office:

• Bring one of the following ownership documents: - The Certificate of Title, properly signed by the seller and the buyer, or Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin; - Bill of Sale (Form 1957); - Notice of Sale (Form 5049); or - An Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) signed by the dealer.

• Bring a safety inspection, not more than 60 days old or not more than 90 days old if the seller is a Missouri dealer and the safety inspection provided by the Missouri dealer was completed within 60 days prior to the purchase date, unless: - The vehicle is less than eleven years old and the mileage is less than 150,000 miles; - The buyer is a resident of a state other than Missouri; or - The buyer is obtaining a temporary permit for a trailer.

• Bring a current and legible insurance identification card, which includes an original, copy, or electronic version. Other proof of financial responsibility may also be accepted. This requirement does not apply to trailers.

• The temporary permit must be securely placed on the rear of the vehicle, trailer, motorcycle, mototricycle, or autocycle, consistent with the placement of regular license plates so that it is visible and not obscured in any way.

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Transferring License Plates Credit of registration is available for many types of vehicle-to-vehicle registration transfers. In limited situations, the actual license plates may also be transferred to the new vehicle without having to obtain new license plates. NOTE: When there is a complete change of ownership, the seller’s license plates cannot be transferred to, or used by, the buyer.

 

When transferring license plates from an old vehicle to a newly purchased vehicle, buyers should bring the following items to any Missouri license office:

• The Certificate of Title that properly assigns ownership to buyer or Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin;

• A signed Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108);

• A safety inspection not more than 60 days old or not more than 90 days old if the seller is a Missouri dealer and the safety inspection provided by the Missouri dealer was completed within 60 days prior to the purchase date, if applicable, unless the vehicle is less than eleven years old and the mileage is less than 150,000 miles;

• A current and legible insurance identification card, which include an original, copy, or electronic version. Other proof of financial responsibility may also be accepted. This requirement does not apply to trailers.

• Unless providing a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, an emissions inspection not more than 60 days old if the owner resides in St. Louis City or the following counties: Franklin, Jefferson, St. Charles, or St. Louis; and

• Additional documentation may be requested at the time of titling. NOTE: The buyer may be required to submit a separate identification number and odometer inspection if ownership of the motor vehicle was transferred to him or her on a title issued by another state or country.

 

Taxes and Fees:

• State sales tax of 4.225 percent, plus the buyer’s local sales tax on the purchase price, less trade-in allowance, if any;

• $8.50 title fee;

• $2 transfer fee; • If the buyer renews registration when transferring plates, registration fees will be based on either taxable horsepower or vehicle weight; •

Additional licensure fees for an increase in horsepower, if applicable;

• $9 title processing fee; • $9 registration processing fee, for the transfer; and

• $9 registration processing fee, for a one-year registration or $18 registration processing fee for a two-year registration, if applicable.

 

NOTE: If a vehicle is purchased from an out-of-state dealer and the buyer has a trade-in, the buyer must present proof of the trade-in to receive a tax credit when he or she titles the vehicle in Missouri. This proof may be in the form of:

• A copy of the front and back of the title assigned from the owner to the dealer for the trade-in vehicle; or

• If the title is held by the lienholder or a duplicate title is needed, a copy of the Secure Power of Attorney for the trade-in vehicle. The amount allowed for the trade-in should either be recorded on the title assignment, if a space is provided, or on the dealer invoice. If the buyer is unsure what transfer options he or she may have, please ask the clerk at any Missouri license office.

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Buying New License Plates

To purchase new license plates for a vehicle, bring the following items to any Missouri license office:

The Certificate of Title that properly assigns ownership to buyer or Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin;

A signed Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108);

An original, or a copy, of the paid personal property tax receipt or a statement of non-assessment from the owner’s county of residence, or the City of St. Louis, for the previous year;

A safety inspection not more than 60 days old or not more than 90 days old if the seller is a Missouri dealer and the safety inspection provided by the Missouri dealer was completed within 60 days prior to the purchase date, if applicable, unless the vehicle is less than eleven years old and the mileage is less than 150,000 miles;

A current and legible insurance identification card, which includes an original, copy, or electronic version. Other proof of financial responsibility may also be accepted. This requirement does not apply to trailers;

Unless providing a Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, an emissions inspection not more than 60 days old if the owner resides in St. Louis City or the following counties: Franklin, Jefferson, St. Charles, or St. Louis; and

Additional documentation may be requested at the time of titling.

 

NOTE: Owners may be required to submit a separate identification number and odometer inspection if ownership of the motor vehicle was transferred to them on a title issued by another state or country. Taxes and Fees:

• State sales tax of 4.225 percent, plus the buyer’s local sales tax on the purchase price, less trade-in allowance, if any;

• $8.50 title fee; • Registration fees, based on either taxable horsepower or vehicle weight;

• $9 title processing fee; and

• $9 registration processing fee for a one-year registration or $18 registration processing fee for a two-year registration. NOTE: If a buyer purchased a vehicle from an out-of-state dealer and the buyer had a trade-in, the buyer must present proof of the trade-in to receive a tax credit when he or she titles the vehicle in Missouri. This proof may be in the form of:

• A copy of the front and back of the title assigned from the owner to the dealer for the trade-in vehicle; or

• If the vehicle is held by the lienholder or a duplicate title is needed, a copy of the Secure Power of Attorney for the trade-in vehicle. The amount allowed for the trade-in should either be recorded on the title assignment if a space is provided or on the dealer invoice.

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I just moved from one Missouri address to another Missouri address. How do I change the address shown on my records with the Department of Revenue?

To update your address for Motor Vehicle or Individual Income Tax you may:

To expedite your address change request, the online service is recommended.

To update the mailing address for your Driver License records, you may use the Driver License Online Address Change Request, or visit any Missouri license office.

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What should I do with my old/expired Missouri license plates?

To prevent unlawful use of your unexpired plates, you may destroy and recycle them where you are, or you may return them to any Missouri license office to be destroyed and recycled.

If you wish to mail them to our central office to be destroyed and recycled, please use the following address:

Missouri Department of Revenue

 

ATTN: License Plate Surrender
301 West High Street – Rm 370
Jefferson City MO 65105-0100

 

 

If you happen to receive a renewal notice for those plates, you may simply disregard the notice.

 

Unfortunately, Missouri statute does not authorize a refund of registration fees for unexpired plates.


How do I apply for a duplicate title?

Complete and sign an Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) (or Application for Duplicate Title (Form 93) for a boat title), pay an $8.50 duplicate title fee and a $9.00 processing fee. Mark the "Duplicate" checkbox on the form, and indicate the reason you are applying for a duplicate title. The form must be notarized.

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NOTES:

  • If a duplicate title is needed because the original title was mutilated, the mutilated title must be surrendered with the Application for Missouri Title and License.

  • If a lien is shown on the original title, you must submit a notarized lien release with your duplicate title application or the duplicate title will include the lienholder information. All titles will be mailed to the owner.


I just changed my name (due to marriage / divorce / etc.). How do I update my title?

In order to change your name on your title, you must bring the current title, a completed Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108), and proof of your legal name change to any Missouri license office.  The fee for the duplicate (adding a name) title is an $8.50 duplicate tile fee, and a $9.00 processing fee.

 

If you have not already named a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary on the vehicle title, you should do so at the same time.


What is a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary?

A Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary is a simple way to transfer ownership of a vehicle after the titled owner has died. By naming a TOD beneficiary on your title application, you will avoid the need for the vehicle to go through probate upon your death.

If you choose to assign a different TOD beneficiary at a later date, you may do so by completing a new title application. There is no ownership benefit for the TOD beneficiary until the titled owner(s) have died.

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I am the surviving spouse (or the unmarried minor child) of a deceased vehicle owner. Can I title the vehicle in my name and/or sell it?

Even if no Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary was named on the title, a surviving spouse or unmarried minor child may transfer ownership of a vehicle (limited to one vehicle) titled in the deceased owner's name without obtaining a probate order. The surviving spouse or unmarried minor child must obtain title in their name before assigning ownership to a purchaser.

 

For the purpose of this process, "minor" refers to a child who is under the age of 18.

 

To apply for title, the surviving spouse or unmarried minor child must submit the following items:

 
I am handling the sale or transfer of a vehicle on behalf of the estate of the deceased owner who did not designate a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary on the title record. How should I proceed?

If the deceased owner of a vehicle had not designated a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary, the vehicle must go through probate before a transfer of ownership can occur.

When applying for a Missouri certificate of title accompanied by Letters of Administration, Letters Testamentary, or a Small Estate Certificate/Affidavit, the following items must be submitted:

  • The appropriate application form, completed and signed:

  • The certificate of title in the decedent’s name, properly assigned (by the administrator, executor, or personal representative of the estate) to the new owner. If the title is lost, stolen, or mutilated, the administrator, executor, or personal representative named in the court order must apply for:

    • A duplicate title in the name of the estate (if one is open) or in the deceased person’s name; or

    • An original title in his or her name or by submitting an affidavit for lost title and the court order;

  • The original or certified copy of the Letters of Administration Letters Testamentary, or Small Estate Certificate/Affidavit; and

  • The appropriate title and processing fees:

    • $19.50 (motor vehicle or trailer title)

    • $16.50 (boat title)

    • $14.00 (outboard motor title)

The administrator, executor, or personal representative (except a creditor with Letters of Refusal) may give the vehicle as a gift if the decedent paid taxes on the vehicle and a gift affidavit is presented. If the vehicle is transferred as a gift, no sales tax is due.

If the administrator, executor, or personal representative applies for title in their name, no sales tax is due.

 
How can I receive a sales tax allowance when I sell one vehicle and buy a different vehicle to replace the one I sold?

When you apply for a title, you must submit a bill of sale or Notice of Sale (Form 5049) for the vehicle that you sold and the purchase (or contract to purchase) and sale dates must be within 180 days of one another. You do not have to purchase a "like" vehicle to qualify for a sales tax allowance.

Example: You can buy a car and sell a boat and receive a sales tax allowance for the car, but the two events must occur within 180 days of one another.

 
How can I receive a sales tax allowance when my vehicle was declared a total loss by the insurance company and I buy a replacement vehicle?

The purchaser of a motor vehicle, trailer, vessel (watercraft), or outboard motor may deduct the amount of a total loss claim settlement received from an insurance company plus the owner's deductible from the purchase price of another like unit that is purchased or contracted to purchase after the date of loss but no later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the date of the total loss payment. The applicant must present a notarized statement from the insurance company indicating the year, make, and identification number of the “total loss” unit, the date the insurance company pays the settlement, the amount of the insurance settlement, and the amount of the insurance deductible, if applicable. If the insurance agent certifies that the information in the statement is true and accurate, the form does not have to be notarized.

 

The total loss statement can be in anyone’s name; however, at least one of the owners of the total loss vehicle must be the same on the application for title on the newly acquired vehicle. Example: John and Jane Smith have a vehicle titled in their name that is declared a total loss. Brenda Smith insured the vehicle and receives a certified total loss claim from the insurance company. As long as John or Jane’s name is listed as an owner or co-owner on the new vehicle, the total loss credit in Brenda’s name may be used.

 

In addition, the owner of a motor vehicle, trailer, vessel (watercraft), or outboard motor, that was replaced because of theft or casualty loss, who does not have insurance coverage on the unit, may receive a tax credit on the fair market value of the unit being replaced. The applicant must present the original or copy of the accident report completed by law enforcement agent showing the year, make, and identification number of the total loss vehicle, and the date of accident or loss accompanied by two appraisals listing the fair market value of the total loss vehicle.

 

The fair market value of the unit is determined on the pre-wrecked condition of the vehicle based on the Kelly Blue Book, NADA Used Car Guide, Abos Blue Book, or the average of two appraisals from licensed motor vehicle or boat dealers. The fair market value is deducted from the purchase price of the replacement unit. The replacement unit must be purchased or contracted to purchase within 180 days after the date of loss as certified by a law enforcement agency on the accident report.

 

To receive a tax credit on a total loss vehicle, the vehicle being replaced must be a like unit, i.e., a motor vehicle must be replaced by a motor vehicle, a trailer replaced by a trailer, etc..

 

NOTE: If you have already paid sales tax on your replacement vehicle you may apply for a refund by sending a completed Motor Vehicle Refund Request Application (Form 426) with all supporting documentation to the Motor Vehicle and Driver Licensing Division , PO Box 87, Jefferson City, MO 65105-0087.


How much does vehicle registration (license plates) cost in Missouri?
 
How much does trailer registration (license plates) cost in Missouri?
 
How much tax do I pay when I buy a vehicle?

You must pay the state sales tax AND any local taxes of the city or county where you live (not where you purchased the vehicle). The state sales tax rate is 4.225 percent and is based on the net purchase price of your vehicle (price after rebates and trade-ins). Use the tax calculator to estimate the amount of tax you will pay when you title and register your new vehicle.

If you bought your vehicle out-of-state and paid taxes on the vehicle to that state, that tax will be credited toward the amount of tax due in Missouri. You must provide proof of the amount of tax you paid in the other state. If the amount of tax paid in the other state is less than the amount owed in Missouri, you will be assessed the difference. If the vehicle was titled in your name in another state for more than 90 days, no Missouri sales tax will be assessed.


 
Can I pay my sales tax and fees with a check or credit card?

Payment may be made by cash or money order at Department of Revenue license offices. Personal checks, credit cards (Discover, American Express, and Master Card only), and debit cards are accepted at some license offices. Please contact your local office for payment options.

 

The Department's central office accepts cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order, credit cards (Discover, American Express, and Master Card only), and debit cards.

 

Personal checks must be made payable to the Missouri Department of Revenue. Personal checks must be preprinted with the check writer's name, address, bank code, and account number. The personal check must also include the following information regarding the check writer:

  • Driver license or non-driver license number

  • Date of birth; and

  • Daytime phone number.

 

The Missouri Department of Revenue may electronically resubmit checks returned for insufficient or uncollected funds.

 

Credit / Debit Card Transactions - The "convenience fee" charged by the credit/debit card vendor is 2.0% + $0.25 per card. â€‹


What are the titling and registration requirements for motor scooters or mopeds (under 50cc)?

Titling and registration for a scooter or moped depends on whether the vehicle meets the definition of a motorized bicycle. The Missouri statute definition of a motorized bicycle is as follows:

 

"Any two-wheeled or three-wheeled device having an automatic transmission and a motor with a cylinder capacity of not more than fifty (50) cubic centimeters, which produces less than three (3) gross brake horsepower, and is capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than thirty (30) miles per hour on level ground."

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A motorized bicycle does not have to be registered with the Missouri Department of Revenue. However, you must have a valid driver license to operate a motorized bicycle (though no motorcycle endorsement is required).

 

Missouri statute does not require a helmet to be worn when operating a motorized bicycle. Please contact your local law enforcement agencies for any county/municipal codes that deal with helmets and motorized bicycles.

 

Keep in mind that no motorized bicycle may be operated on any public thoroughfare located within this state that has been designated as part of the federal interstate highway system.


How do I title and register an autocycle/motorcycle/motortricycle?

Titling and registration requirements for an autocycle/motorcycle/motortricycle are generally the same as for any other motor vehicle, except that all cycles are exempt from emissions inspection.
 
Do I have to display two license plates on my vehicle (front and rear)?

Under Missouri law (301.130.5, RSMo) most Missouri motor vehicle registrations require two license plates to be displayed on the vehicle (front and rear). The exceptions include motorcycles, vehicles with historic Year of Manufacture registrations, and commercial vehicles registered for 18,000 lbs or above. However, applicants registering a commercial vehicle for 18,000 lbs or above are given the option of obtaining two license plates. If you are issued two plates for your vehicle registration, you must display both plates (front and rear) as required by Missouri law.
 
I have a truck registered for 18,000 pounds (or above), and I travel through many states. How can I get a second plate to display on my vehicle?

Effective August 28, 2013, the owner of a commercial motor vehicle registered for 18,000 lbs or above may be issued a second license plate for the rear of the vehicle. The second plate will have the same configuration as the initial (front) license plate, but will bear a “2” sticker indicating that it is for the rear of the vehicle.

If you wish to apply for a second license plate, you must submit:

The transaction may be processed at the time of renewal or at any time during the registration period at any Missouri license office. The second plate will be mailed directly to your address (as specified on the application).


 
Am I eligible to obtain a two-year registration for my motor vehicle?

There are two guidelines for obtaining a two-year registration:

  • Any motor vehicle manufactured as an even model year vehicle may obtain a two-year registration which will expire in an even-numbered calendar year.

  • Any vehicle manufactured as an odd model year vehicle may obtain a two-year registration that will expire in an odd-numbered calendar year.


 
How do I add a co-owner to a vehicle that I currently have titled in my name in Missouri?

You must sign and print your name as "seller", and the other person (who is being added) must sign and print their name as "purchaser". Leave the "purchase price" blank because this is not a complete change of ownership.

Either one of you may then apply and pay an $8.50 title fee and a $6.00 processing fee for a new title in both names. You must complete an Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) and submit the application by mail or at any Missouri license office. This is also a good time to add a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary.

Lienholder authorization is required to add or remove a name from a title if an outstanding lien exists. The Notice Of Lien, Lien Release, Or Authorization To Add/Remove Name From Title (Form 4809) should be used.

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I just got divorced. How do I drop my ex's name from my vehicle title if it is currently in both our names?

Your ex must sign and print his/her name as "seller", and you must sign and print your name as "purchaser". Leave the "purchase price" blank because this is not a complete change of ownership.

If the title has been lost or stolen or you cannot reach your ex, but you were awarded the vehicle in the divorce, the divorce decree may be presented in lieu of the properly assigned title.

You may then apply and pay an $8.50 title fee and a $9.00 processing fee for a new title in your name alone (or you may add a different co-owner). You must complete an Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) and submit the application by mail or at any Missouri license office. This is also a good time to add a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary.

Lienholder authorization is required to add or remove a name from a title if an outstanding lien exists. The Notice Of Lien, Lien Release, Or Authorization To Add/Remove Name From Title (Form 4809) should be used.


 
How do I drop the co-owner's name from my vehicle title (for any reason other than divorce)?

The person who's name is being removed must sign and print their name as "seller", and you must sign and print your name as "purchaser". Leave the "purchase price" blank because this is not a complete change of ownership.

Or, if the co-owner is now deceased, proof of death is required (i.e. copy of death certificate, newspaper clipping, funeral home card) with the unassigned title.

You may then apply and pay an $8.50 title fee and a $9.00 processing fee for a new title in your name alone (or you may add a different co-owner). You must complete an Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) and submit the application by mail or at any Missouri license office. This is also a good time to add a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary.

Lienholder authorization is required to add or remove a name from a title if an outstanding lien exists. The Notice Of Lien, Lien Release, Or Authorization To Add/Remove Name From Title (Form 4809) should be used.


 
I just bought a vehicle, and the seller did not provide me with a properly assigned title. What can I do?

Missouri law requires that a motor vehicle must be titled (within 30 days of the purchase date) before it is either registered for highway use or transferred to another individual. If you do not have a properly assigned title (or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin), you have no clear legal right to the vehicle.

 

If you did not receive a properly assigned ownership document (e.g., certificate of title) at the time of purchase, and the seller is not available to make proper assignment, you may wish to seek the advice of a legal professional.


 
I just noticed a typo on my vehicle title (name misspelled, incorrect VIN, etc.). How can I get that fixed?

You must complete an Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108) and submit it, with the incorrect title, for a corrected title to be issued. This transaction may be processed at any Missouri license office, or by mail through our central office.

 

Depending on the nature of the error, additional documents and/or fees may be required.


I received a registration renewal notice for a vehicle that I sold. What should I do?

You may simply disregard the notice. If you still have the unexpired license plates from the car, and you do not plan to apply for transfer of the plates to another vehicle titled in your name, you may surrender the plates at any Missouri license office, or you may mail the plates (with a note explaining the surrender) to our central office:

 

Missouri Department of Revenue
Motor Vehicle Bureau
301 West High Street – Room 370
Jefferson City MO 65105-0100


 
I paid off the loan for my vehicle. How can I remove the lien from my title?

You must submit the notarized lien release (copy or original), your current title (if in your possession) and pay an $8.50 title fee and a $9.00 processing fee. The new title (in your name, without the lien) should issue within 3-5 business days, and will then be mailed to you.
 
What can I show to law enforcement as proof that my truck (registered for 18,000 lbs or above) requires only one plate displayed on the front of the vehicle?

The single-plate provision for truck registrations of 18,000 lbs (or above) comes directly from Missouri law:

"All property-carrying commercial motor vehicles to be registered at a gross weight in excess of twelve thousand pounds... shall be registered with the director of revenue... or with the state highways and transportation commission... but only one license plate shall be issued for each such vehicle."

"The applicant for registration pursuant to this section shall affix the registration plate issued to the front of the vehicle in accordance with the provisions of section 301.130..."

You may print a copy of each of the above statutes, and keep the copies in the truck for presentation to law enforcement, as needed.


 

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