Stolen Vehicles

On this page find information on how to get titles for stolen and/or recovered vehicles.

Obtaining Titles for Stolen Vehicles

  • Title for Stolen and Recovered Vehicle

    Apply for titles for a stolen and recovered vehicle with only cosmetic damage by mail.  The following information is required:

    • A completed and signed MV-1 Title/Tag Application.
    • The original title assigned to the purchaser(s) using their full legal names(s) by an authorized agent of the insurance company when the insurance company is not titling the vehicle in their name.
    • The vehicle’s license plate, if left on the vehicle.
    • A completed and signed T-158 Report of and/or Surrender of GA License Plate.
    • $18.00 title fee
    • A letter from the insurance company on their letterhead signed by their authorized agent containing the following:
      • A complete description of the vehicle
      • Year of the Vehicle
      • Make of Vehicle
      • Model Name and/or Number of the Vehicle
      • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
      • When and where the vehicle was recovered
      • The condition of the vehicle at the time of recovery including the damage to the vehicle
      • Whether or not the serial plate was left intact

    Mail information to the Motor Vehicle Division at:

    DOR/Motor Vehicle Division
    P. O. Box 740384
    Atlanta, GA30374-0384

    Note: Cosmetic Damage refers to non-structural damage that would not affect the safety or operation of the vehicle and supporting systems. This includes the suspension, passenger compartment, drive trains, sub-frame, and uni-body.

  • Title in Insurance Company's Name for Non-Recovered, Stolen Vehicle

    Titles can be applied for in insurance company’s name for any stolen vehicle currently titled in Georgia, by mail.  The following information is required:

    • Completed and signed Form MV-1 Title/Tag Application.
    • Original valid title issued in the insured’s name(s) properly assigned to the insurance company with all recorded liens or security interests released in the spaces provided on the title.
    • Signed letterhead request from the insurance company requesting a stolen un-recovered vehicle title. This letter must be signed by the insurance company’s authorized agent and must include:
      • When and where the vehicle was stolen
      • A complete description of the vehicle including year model, make of vehicle, and vehicle identification number (VIN) 
    • $18 title fee.

    Mail information to the Motor Vehicle Division at:

    DOR/Motor Vehicle Division
    Attn: Salvage Unit
    P. O. Box 740384
    Atlanta, GA  30374-0384

    Note:  This process only applies to vehicles currently titled in Georgia.