What forms of identification are acceptable for Jefferson County Certificate of Title issuance?

One of the following:

• Ohio Driver's License

• State issued Identification Card from Ohio

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What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, money orders, personal checks, and traveler's checks. Personal checks must be drawn from a local bank and the check number must be over 500. No starter checks are accepted. Payments are made to "Clerk of Courts". We also accept major credit cards with no extra fee. 

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Where should I store my title?

Choose a safe place where you store other important documents. NEVER leave the title in the motor vehicle. Your registration should be kept in your vehicle or with you. 

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How do I obtain my license plates or driver's license?

You must contact a Deputy Registrar. You can find a list of Deputy Registrars by county through the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles website.

 

I am selling my vehicle and the buyer has requested that I leave the assignment portion of the title blank. What should I do?

Ohio law requires the seller of a motor vehicle to provide the buyer with an assigned Certificate of Title (ORC 4504.03). To fulfill this requirement, the seller must provide the purchase price, the full name and address of the buyer, date of transfer, and mileage. The Certificate of Title must be signed in front of a Notary Public who will notarize your signature. Once these steps are complete, you may present the assigned title to the buyer.