Duplicate Title

Please note: Kentucky is not a title-holding state. When a vehicle is transferred to a new owner, the title is mailed directly to the new owner within 2–6 weeks, regardless of whether there is a lien on the vehicle.

If the original Motor Vehicle or Boat Certificate of Title has been lost, stolen, or mutilated, you may apply for a duplicate title. Issuance of a duplicate title will void any previously issued Kentucky title.

Eligibility and Requirements:

  • The current owner of the vehicle must apply for the duplicate title.
  • If your name has changed since the title was issued, you must:
    • Complete the Title Application Form TC 96-182(PDF, 782KB)  using your current name
    • Provide a copy of the legal document supporting the name change (e.g., marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order), along with valid updated photo identification.
    • The new title will reflect your updated name.
  • If the owner is deceased:
    • Probate or trust documents, along with a death certificate, must be submitted to the Clerk’s Office at the time of application.
    • The petitioner, executor, administrator, or trustee must complete the application.
  • If applying under a Power of Attorney:
    • A copy of the signed Power of Attorney document must be submitted to the Clerk’s Office at the time of application.

How to obtain a Duplicate Title

  1. Complete a Motor Vehicle Application of Title TC96-182(PDF, 782KB) or Motor Boat Transaction Record TC96-184(PDF, 377KB) . The applications are available at any branch office or you may download the appropriate application from the Jefferson County Clerk's website, located under the 'Publications & Forms' Tab.

  2. On the application you must complete the Vehicle/Boat Information Section and Owner/Buyer information. The owner(s) or POA must sign and their signature(s) must be notarized.

  3. Visit one of the Jefferson County Clerk Branch Offices or mail the completed and notarized Motor Vehicle Application or Motor Boat Transaction Record along with $8.00 for each duplicate title requested to the Jefferson County Clerk.

Mailing Address:
Jefferson County Clerk's Office
Attn: Motor Vehicle Processing Center
P O Box 33033
Louisville, Kentucky 40232-3033

Overnight Address
Jefferson County Clerk's Office
Attn: Motor Vehicle Processing Center
200 South Fifth Street, Suite 230 South
Louisville, Kentucky 40202

General Information

If the application is submitted in person at the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office, the vehicle owner—or an authorized individual signing on the owner’s behalf—must appear with valid photo identification and all required supporting documents. A $2.00 notary fee will be charged for each signature.

Business Power of Attorney Requirements:
Businesses granting Power of Attorney must provide one of the following:

  • An “Authorization to Sign” on original company letterhead
  • A business card for the individual submitting the application
  • A copy of the individual’s employee ID

Processing Time:
Please allow 3–4 business days for processing after the application is received.

If there was a lien on the vehicle and the loan has been paid off, please contact our office to verify whether the lien has been released. If the lien has not yet been released, you must obtain a Title Lien Statement (TC 96-187(PDF, 5KB)) from the lienholder.

  • A lien (security interest) may be added by completing the appropriate section of the application.
  • A Title Lien Statement (TC 96-187) must be submitted at the time of application.
  • A $22.00 lien filing fee applies.

Accepted Payment Methods:

  • Cash
  • Money order
  • Personal check
  • Cashier’s check
  • Credit/debit cards (MasterCard, Visa, AMEX, Discover)

Please note:

  • Out-of-state checks are not accepted.
  • A valid Kentucky ID is required when paying by personal check in person.
  • A service fee applies to card payments: 1.5% for debit cards and 2.75% for credit cards.

If you have questions, please contact the Motor Vehicle Call Center at 502-574-5700.

 

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