Responsibilities of Sellers and Buyers

On this page find information on the responsibilities of the seller and the buyer purchasing a vehicle.

Seller's Responsibility

When selling a vehicle, the vehicle owner must transfer ownership AND cancel registration of the vehicle. 

• Transfer Ownership – Complete the assignment form on the back of the original title. Read more about how to Transfer a Vehicle Titled In Georgia.
• Cancel Registration -  Online using DRIVES e-Services or in person by completing Form MV-18J Application of Voluntary Registration Cancellation and submitting to the County Tag Office in the county where you live. Learn more about Voluntarily Cancelling Registration.

Buyer's Responsibility

It is the Buyer's responsibility to title and register the vehicle within 7 days of the purchase date at their County Tag Office. Read more about how to Title and Register a Vehicle Purchased in a Casual Sale.

The Buyer should:

• Ensure that the Seller has completed all the required sections.Never sign a title that has been left blank. 
• Read more about how to Transfer a Vehicle Titled In Georgia.
• Acknowledge odometer declaration by printing and signing name. If exempt from odometer declaration, do not print name and sign this document.
  • Note: When odometer disclosure is required, odometer reading must increase throughout the chain of ownership. “Exempt” should only be entered when the vehicle is exempt based on the Federal Truth in Mileage Act.