Georgia Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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GEORGIA COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

This comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack provides templates for transferring ownership of various types of property under Georgia law. Select the appropriate form based on the property being transferred.

IMPORTANT: Georgia vehicle registration and titling is administered at the county level through the county tax commissioner's office. The primary form for vehicle title application is Form MV-1 (Motor Vehicle Title Application). Georgia imposes a Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) at 7.0% of the fair market value of the vehicle in lieu of sales tax and annual ad valorem tax (O.C.G.A. Section 48-5C-1). Family transfers using a signed and notarized Form MV-16 qualify for a reduced TAVT rate of 0.5% of fair market value.

PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

BILL OF SALE FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES TO THIS TRANSACTION

SELLER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: GA ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

BUYER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Type of Property:

☐ Furniture ☐ Electronics ☐ Appliances ☐ Equipment ☐ Jewelry ☐ Art/Collectibles ☐ Musical Instruments ☐ Sporting Equipment ☐ Livestock ☐ Farm Equipment ☐ Tools/Machinery ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Detailed Description:

Item 1: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Item 2: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Item 3: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Item 4: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Additional Items (attach list if needed):
[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

SECTION 3: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Total Purchase Price: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds ☐ Personal Check ☐ Money Order ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Payment Schedule:

☐ Paid in full at time of sale

☐ Deposit of $[________________________________] paid on [__/__/____]; balance of $[________________________________] due on [__/__/____]

☐ Installment plan: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Georgia imposes a 4% state sales and use tax on most tangible personal property, plus applicable local option sales taxes (LOST, SPLOST, HOST, MARTA, etc.), bringing the combined rate to typically 7% to 9% depending on the county. Private casual sales of most personal property are subject to sales/use tax unless specifically exempted. Consult the Georgia Department of Revenue for specific guidance.

SECTION 4: WARRANTY SELECTION

Select ONE of the following warranty options:

☐ OPTION A: "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

THIS PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." THE SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY (O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-315). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE PROPERTY AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION.

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ OPTION B: LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller warrants the following for a period of [________________________________]:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Remedy: ☐ Repair ☐ Replacement ☐ Refund ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ OPTION C: EXPRESS WARRANTY

Seller expressly warrants that the property:

☐ Is in good working condition

☐ Is free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Conforms to the following description or specifications: [________________________________]

☐ Will perform as represented for a period of: [________________________________]

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

Georgia Practice Note: Under O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-316, to effectively disclaim the implied warranty of merchantability, the disclaimer must mention "merchantability" and, if in writing, must be conspicuous. To disclaim the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, the disclaimer must be in writing and conspicuous. An "as-is" or "with all faults" disclaimer is effective to exclude all implied warranties under Georgia law, provided the language is conspicuous and the buyer has had an opportunity to inspect the goods.

SECTION 5: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants that:

☐ Seller is the lawful owner of the property described herein.

☐ Seller has the full right, power, and authority to sell and transfer the property.

☐ The property is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, and security interests, except as disclosed below.

☐ The property has not been stolen, and Seller has no knowledge of any adverse claims to the property.

☐ All information provided regarding the property is true and accurate to the best of Seller's knowledge.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known material defects in the property.

SECTION 6: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ NO LIENS: The property is free and clear of all liens, security interests, and encumbrances.

☐ LIENS EXIST: The following lien(s) or encumbrance(s) exist:

Lienholder 1: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Description: [________________________________]

Resolution: [________________________________]

Lienholder 2: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Description: [________________________________]

Resolution: [________________________________]

SECTION 7: DELIVERY AND RISK OF LOSS

Delivery Date: [__/__/____]

Delivery Location: [________________________________]

Risk of Loss: Risk of loss transfers to Buyer upon:

☐ Execution of this Bill of Sale

☐ Physical delivery of the property to Buyer

☐ Other: [________________________________]

Shipping Method (if applicable):

☐ Seller delivers ☐ Buyer picks up ☐ Common carrier: [________________________________]

Shipping Cost: $[________________________________] borne by ☐ Seller ☐ Buyer

SECTION 8: DISPUTE RESOLUTION

In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Bill of Sale:

☐ The parties agree to submit the dispute to mediation in [________________________________] County, Georgia, before initiating any legal action.

☐ The parties agree to binding arbitration in [________________________________] County, Georgia, in accordance with applicable rules.

☐ Any legal action shall be filed in the Superior Court of [________________________________] County, Georgia.

Governing Law: This Bill of Sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, including the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted in O.C.G.A. Title 11, Article 2.

Attorney's Fees: The prevailing party in any action arising out of this Bill of Sale shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees and costs pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 13-6-11.

SECTION 9: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 10: WITNESS ATTESTATION (Optional but Recommended)

WITNESS 1:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

WITNESS 2:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

SECTION 11: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional but Recommended)

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

[________________________________] (Seller)
[________________________________] (Buyer)

known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies).

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

PART TWO: MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements the official Georgia Motor Vehicle Title Application Form MV-1

NOTICE: BUYER MUST SUBMIT TITLE APPLICATION (FORM MV-1) AND PAY THE TITLE AD VALOREM TAX (TAVT) TO THE COUNTY TAX COMMISSIONER WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE. FAILURE TO PAY TAVT WITHIN 30 DAYS RESULTS IN A PENALTY OF 10% OF THE TAVT OWED PLUS 1% PER MONTH ADDITIONAL INTEREST. GEORGIA DOES NOT REQUIRE NOTARIZATION FOR STANDARD VEHICLE TRANSFERS.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: GA ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: VEHICLE INFORMATION

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Model: [________________________________]

Body Style: ☐ Sedan ☐ Coupe ☐ SUV ☐ Truck ☐ Van ☐ Motorcycle ☐ Convertible ☐ Wagon ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Color: [________________________________]

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Engine Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Transmission: ☐ Automatic ☐ Manual ☐ CVT

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ Hybrid ☐ Plug-In Hybrid ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): [________________________________] lbs

Number of Cylinders: [____]

SECTION 3: ODOMETER DISCLOSURE

Federal and State Odometer Disclosure Statement

The odometer reading at the time of transfer is: [________________________________] miles.

Select ONE:

☐ The odometer reading reflects the ACTUAL mileage of the vehicle.

☐ The odometer reading reflects the amount of mileage in EXCESS of the odometer's mechanical limits (i.e., the odometer has rolled over).

☐ The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY.

Seller certifies that to the best of Seller's knowledge the above odometer statement is true and correct. Federal law (49 U.S.C. Section 32703) and Georgia law prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated. Violation is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment under both federal and Georgia law.

Note: Vehicles exempt from odometer disclosure under federal law include those with a GVWR of more than 16,000 pounds, vehicles that are 20 model years old or older, and vehicles that are not self-propelled.

SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY

Title Status:

☐ Clean Title ☐ Salvage Title ☐ Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title ☐ Flood Title ☐ Lemon Law Buyback ☐ Bonded Title ☐ Non-Repairable ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Title Branding:

☐ None ☐ Rebuilt ☐ Salvage ☐ Flood ☐ Junk ☐ TMU (True Mileage Unknown) ☐ Exceeds Mechanical Limits ☐ Non-Repairable ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Damage History:

☐ No known damage history

☐ Prior damage (describe): [________________________________]

Estimated value of prior damage: $[________________________________]

Vehicle History:

Has this vehicle ever been used as:

☐ Rental vehicle ☐ Taxi/Ride-share ☐ Police/Government ☐ Commercial vehicle ☐ Fleet vehicle ☐ None of the above

Known Mechanical Issues:

☐ None known

☐ The following issues exist: [________________________________]

Recall Status:

☐ No open recalls known ☐ Open recall(s) exist (describe): [________________________________]

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Sale Price: $[________________________________]

Trade-In Allowance (if applicable): $[________________________________]

Trade-In Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

Trade-In VIN: [________________________________]

Net Amount Due: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds ☐ Personal Check ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Financing ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Other: [________________________________]

GEORGIA TITLE AD VALOREM TAX (TAVT) INFORMATION:

Georgia replaced traditional sales tax and annual ad valorem tax on vehicles with the Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) effective March 1, 2013. TAVT is a one-time tax paid at the time of title transfer.

Standard TAVT Rate: 7.0% of the fair market value of the vehicle (O.C.G.A. Section 48-5C-1)
Family Transfer TAVT Rate: 0.5% of the fair market value (requires signed and notarized Form MV-16)
Fair Market Value: Determined by the Georgia Department of Revenue using published pricing guides (NADA, etc.) — NOT the sale price
TAVT Cap: TAVT rates are capped by law at 9.0%

IMPORTANT TAVT NOTES:

TAVT is based on the fair market value of the vehicle, not the purchase price stated on the bill of sale
The county tax commissioner determines fair market value using DOR-approved valuation methods
Trade-in credit: TAVT may be reduced by the fair market value of a qualifying trade-in vehicle
Georgia does NOT impose traditional sales tax on private-party vehicle sales — TAVT replaces it entirely

TYPE OF TRANSFER (check one):

☐ Standard Sale: TAVT at 7.0% of fair market value

☐ Family Transfer: TAVT at 0.5% of fair market value — Form MV-16 required (must be signed and notarized)

☐ Gift: TAVT still applies based on fair market value at the applicable rate

☐ Inheritance: TAVT at applicable rate; present Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration

Family Transfer Eligible Relationships (for 0.5% TAVT rate via Form MV-16):

☐ Spouse ☐ Parent ☐ Child ☐ Stepchild ☐ Sibling ☐ Stepsibling ☐ Grandparent ☐ Grandchild ☐ Step-grandparent ☐ Step-grandchild ☐ Parent-in-law ☐ Child-in-law

SECTION 6: WARRANTY STATUS

Select ONE:

☐ "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

THIS VEHICLE IS SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." THE SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. SECTION 11-2-316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE OR HAVE IT INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC OF BUYER'S CHOICE PRIOR TO PURCHASE. BUYER ACCEPTS THE VEHICLE IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION AND ASSUMES ALL RISK OF DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN.

GEORGIA LEMON LAW NOTICE (O.C.G.A. Section 10-1-780 et seq.):

Georgia's Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act (Lemon Law) applies to NEW motor vehicles that develop nonconformities that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. The law requires: (1) 3 or more repair attempts for the same nonconformity during the express warranty term or the first 24 months/24,000 miles (whichever occurs first), or (2) the vehicle has been out of service for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days during the express warranty term or the first 24 months/24,000 miles. The Lemon Law does NOT apply to used vehicles sold in private-party transactions. The manufacturer must be given notice and a final opportunity to cure before the consumer can request arbitration.

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Covered Components:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Exclusions:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Remedy: ☐ Repair ☐ Replacement ☐ Refund of Purchase Price

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY STILL IN EFFECT

Remaining manufacturer's warranty is transferable to Buyer:

Warranty Expiration: [__/__/____] or [________________________________] miles, whichever occurs first

Warranty Coverage: [________________________________]

Transfer Conditions: [________________________________]

☐ EXTENDED WARRANTY/SERVICE CONTRACT

An extended warranty or service contract is being provided:

Provider: [________________________________]

Policy/Contract Number: [________________________________]

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Deductible: $[________________________________]

SECTION 7: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ FREE AND CLEAR: Seller certifies that the vehicle is free and clear of all liens, security interests, and encumbrances. Seller holds clear title.

☐ EXISTING LIEN: The following lien(s) exist on this vehicle:

Lienholder Information:

Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Account Number: [________________________________]

Payoff Amount: $[________________________________] (as of [__/__/____])

Daily Per Diem: $[________________________________]

Good Through Date: [__/__/____]

Lien Satisfaction:

☐ Seller will obtain lien release prior to delivery

☐ Seller will pay off lien from sale proceeds at closing; lien release to follow within [____] business days

☐ Buyer is assuming the existing lien as part of this transaction

☐ Title is being held by lienholder; lienholder will release title directly to Buyer upon payoff

☐ Funds will be held in escrow by [________________________________] until lien release is obtained

Georgia eTitle Note: Georgia uses an electronic title (eTitle) system. If the vehicle has an eTitle rather than a paper title, the seller must obtain a paper title from the county tax commissioner before completing the transfer, or the lien must be released electronically through the eTitle system. Contact the county tax commissioner for eTitle conversion procedures.

SECTION 8: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants:

☐ Seller is the registered owner of the vehicle and has full authority to sell and transfer title.

☐ The title is genuine and has not been altered, tampered with, or forged.

☐ All statements made herein regarding the vehicle's condition, history, and mileage are true and accurate to the best of Seller's knowledge.

☐ Seller will properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer as required by O.C.G.A. Section 40-3-21 et seq.

☐ Seller will disclose all liens and encumbrances on the vehicle.

☐ Seller will provide Buyer with all keys, remotes, manuals, and accessories in Seller's possession.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known defects, damage history, and material facts regarding the vehicle.

☐ The vehicle has not been used for any unlawful purpose to the best of Seller's knowledge.

☐ Seller will notify the county tax commissioner and/or DOR of the sale within a reasonable time to avoid continued liability.

SECTION 9: GEORGIA COUNTY TAX COMMISSIONER REQUIREMENTS

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Georgia law, Seller must:

☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (complete the assignment section on the back of the title certificate, including odometer disclosure)
☐ Deliver the assigned title to Buyer at time of sale (if paper title; for eTitle vehicles, cooperate with electronic transfer)
☐ Remove license plates from the vehicle — Georgia license plates belong to the registered owner, NOT the vehicle (plates may be transferred to another vehicle owned by the seller, or surrendered to the county tax commissioner)
☐ Notify the county tax commissioner of the sale to avoid continued liability for tickets and violations
☐ Provide Buyer with a completed Bill of Sale
☐ Complete the Federal/State Odometer Disclosure Statement on the title

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Georgia law (O.C.G.A. Section 40-3-21 et seq.), Buyer must:

☐ Submit Form MV-1 (Motor Vehicle Title Application) and the properly assigned title to the county tax commissioner's office in the county of the buyer's residence
☐ Pay the Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) at the time of title application
☐ Complete the title transfer within 30 days of purchase to avoid penalties
☐ Obtain proper insurance coverage before operating the vehicle (Georgia requires minimum liability insurance)
☐ Pay all applicable fees ($18 title fee + applicable registration fees)
☐ Obtain new license plates or transfer existing plates (if eligible)
☐ Obtain emissions testing if the vehicle is customarily kept in one of the 13 designated metro Atlanta counties (see below)

TAVT PAYMENT DEADLINES AND PENALTIES:

Within 30 days: No penalty
After 30 days: 10% penalty on the amount of TAVT owed
Each additional month late: Additional 1% per month interest on TAVT owed
Maximum penalty: Penalties continue to accrue; there is no cap

CRITICAL WARNING: Georgia's TAVT is assessed on the vehicle's fair market value as determined by the county tax commissioner, not the stated purchase price. Understating the purchase price on a bill of sale does NOT reduce the TAVT obligation. Intentionally misrepresenting the sale price may constitute fraud.

GEORGIA INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS:

Safety Inspection:

Georgia does NOT require periodic safety inspections for private passenger vehicles. There is no safety inspection requirement for vehicle sales or registration.

Emissions Inspection:

Emissions testing is required ONLY for vehicles registered in the following 13 metro Atlanta counties:

County	Required
Cherokee	☐ Yes
Clayton	☐ Yes
Cobb	☐ Yes
Coweta	☐ Yes
DeKalb	☐ Yes
Douglas	☐ Yes
Fayette	☐ Yes
Forsyth	☐ Yes
Fulton	☐ Yes
Gwinnett	☐ Yes
Henry	☐ Yes
Paulding	☐ Yes
Rockdale	☐ Yes

Emissions Testing Details:

Required at initial registration and at annual registration renewal for vehicles registered in the 13 designated counties
Gasoline-powered vehicles weighing 8,500 lbs GVWR or less and less than 25 model years old must be tested
New vehicles are exempt for their three most recent model years (for 2026 registration: 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years are exempt)
Testing is performed at Georgia's Clean Air Force inspection stations throughout the 13 counties
Diesel vehicles, electric vehicles, motorcycles, and vehicles over 8,500 lbs GVWR are generally exempt
A valid emissions inspection certificate is required before the county tax commissioner will process registration

Required Documents for Title Transfer:

Properly assigned Certificate of Title (or eTitle conversion documentation)
Bill of Sale
Form MV-1 — Motor Vehicle Title Application
Valid Georgia Driver's License or Photo Identification
Proof of Georgia Liability Insurance (minimum coverage per O.C.G.A. Section 33-7-11)
Payment for TAVT ($18 title fee + 7% TAVT on fair market value, or 0.5% for family transfers with Form MV-16)
Emissions test results (if applicable — 13 metro Atlanta counties)
Lien Release (if applicable)
Form MV-16 (for family transfers — must be signed and notarized)
Power of Attorney (if signing on behalf of another person)

SECTION 10: DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE

Date of Delivery: [__/__/____]

Time of Delivery: [____:____] ☐ AM ☐ PM

Location of Delivery: [________________________________]

Items Delivered with Vehicle:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned with odometer disclosure)

☐ Bill of Sale (this document)

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement

☐ Emissions test certificate (if applicable)

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ Window Sticker/Monroney Label

☐ Form MV-16 (if family transfer — signed and notarized)

☐ Other: [________________________________]

Buyer's Acceptance:

Buyer acknowledges receipt of the vehicle and all items checked above, and accepts the vehicle in its present condition subject to the warranty terms (if any) set forth in this Bill of Sale.

SECTION 11: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 12: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional for Standard Sales; Required for Family Transfers via Form MV-16)

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

[________________________________] (Seller)
[________________________________] (Buyer)

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

Georgia Practice Note: Standard vehicle title transfers in Georgia do NOT require notarization. However, the family transfer affidavit (Form MV-16) used to claim the reduced 0.5% TAVT rate MUST be signed and notarized. It is recommended to have the bill of sale notarized even for standard sales to strengthen evidentiary value.

PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT, VESSEL, AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wildlife Resources Division vessel registration and titling program

NOTICE: Georgia requires all motorized vessels to be registered with the DNR. Georgia uses an electronic title (eTitle) system for vessels. The Boat Registration and Verification Record serves as the eTitle. Report of sale or transfer must be made within 15 days. Notarization is NOT required for vessel transfers.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: GA ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: WATERCRAFT/VESSEL INFORMATION

Vessel Type:

☐ Motorboat ☐ Sailboat ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) ☐ Cabin Cruiser ☐ Fishing Boat ☐ Bass Boat ☐ Canoe/Kayak ☐ Inflatable ☐ Jon Boat ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

Beam (Width): [____] feet [____] inches

Hull Material: ☐ Fiberglass ☐ Aluminum ☐ Wood ☐ Steel ☐ Inflatable ☐ Composite ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

Georgia Registration Number: GA [________________________________]

Georgia eTitle Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ None (Sail/Paddle)

Propulsion: ☐ Inboard ☐ Outboard ☐ Inboard/Outboard (I/O) ☐ Jet Drive ☐ Sail ☐ Paddle ☐ None

Maximum Capacity: [____] persons / [____] lbs

SECTION 3: OUTBOARD MOTOR INFORMATION (If Applicable)

Motor 1:

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Motor 2 (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Motor 3 (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

SECTION 4: TRAILER INFORMATION (If Included in Sale)

☐ Trailer is included in this sale

☐ Trailer is NOT included in this sale

If included:

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________]

VIN: [________________________________]

License Plate: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Trailer Value: $[________________________________]

GVWR: [________________________________] lbs

Note: Boat trailers in Georgia must be separately titled and registered through the county tax commissioner's office (not the DNR). The trailer title transfer follows the same process as a motor vehicle using Form MV-1. TAVT applies to trailers.

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE

Watercraft/Vessel Price: $[________________________________]

Outboard Motor(s) Price: $[________________________________]

Trailer Price (if included): $[________________________________]

Accessories and Equipment Included: $[________________________________]

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds ☐ Personal Check ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Financing ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Watercraft purchases in Georgia are subject to state sales and use tax (4% state + applicable local taxes) at the time of registration. Unlike motor vehicles, watercraft are generally NOT subject to TAVT but rather to traditional sales tax. Verify current tax treatment with the Georgia Department of Revenue or your county tax commissioner.

SECTION 6: WARRANTY STATUS

Select ONE:

☐ "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

THIS WATERCRAFT, MOTOR(S), AND RELATED EQUIPMENT ARE SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR SEAWORTHINESS, PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. SECTION 11-2-316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE WATERCRAFT AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION. BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT WATERCRAFT ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE GEORGIA LEMON LAW (O.C.G.A. SECTION 10-1-780 ET SEQ.).

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Duration: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ FULL WARRANTY

Seller warrants that the watercraft is:

☐ Free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Seaworthy and suitable for normal marine use

☐ Conforms to the description provided herein

☐ The engine(s) and mechanical systems are in good working order

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 7: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ NO LIENS: The watercraft, motor(s), and trailer (if applicable) are free and clear of all liens and encumbrances.

☐ LIENS EXIST: The following liens exist:

Lienholder: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

Account Number: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Payoff arrangements: [________________________________]

SECTION 8: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants that:

☐ Seller is the legal owner of the watercraft and has full authority to sell and transfer title/registration.

☐ The Hull Identification Number (HIN) has not been altered, defaced, or removed.

☐ The watercraft has not been reported as stolen.

☐ All information provided regarding the watercraft is true and accurate.

☐ Seller will cooperate with DNR registration and eTitle transfer requirements.

☐ Seller will report the sale or transfer to the DNR within 15 days.

☐ The watercraft has not been involved in any marine casualty or accident that has not been disclosed.

☐ There are no outstanding USCG or state DNR violations associated with the watercraft.

SECTION 9: GEORGIA WATERCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT GEORGIA REQUIREMENTS:

Per O.C.G.A. Section 52-7-1 et seq. and DNR regulations:

Registration: All motorized vessels operated on Georgia waters must be registered with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division. Non-motorized vessels (canoes, kayaks, paddle boards) used on non-federal waters are generally exempt.
eTitle System: Georgia uses an electronic title (eTitle) system for vessels. Once registration is finalized, the Boat Registration and Verification Record serves as the eTitle. There is no separate paper title issued unless specifically requested. If the Boat Registration and Verification Record shows "eTitled," that document IS the official title record.
Registration Period: Georgia vessel registrations are valid for 3 years and expire on the last day of the owner's birth month in the third year.
Transfer Reporting: Boat owners must report the sale or transfer of their vessel within 15 days. This may be done online at GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com, by phone at 1-800-366-2661, or in writing using the Certified True Bill of Sale for Vessels.
Registration Numbers: Georgia registration numbers (GA prefix) must be displayed on both sides of the bow in block letters at least 3 inches high.
Validation Decals: Current registration decals must be displayed within 6 inches of the registration number.
Boater Education: Georgia law requires all persons born on or after January 1, 1998, to complete an approved boater education course and carry proof of completion while operating a motorized vessel.
Safety Equipment: All vessels must carry required safety equipment including life jackets (one per person plus a throwable device for vessels 16 ft+), fire extinguishers, navigation lights (for nighttime operation), and sound-producing devices.

Registration Fees (3-Year Period — Subject to Change):

Vessel Length	Registration Fee (3 years)
Under 16 feet	$30.00
16 to 25 feet	$55.00
26 to 39 feet	$85.00
40 to 64 feet	$135.00
65 feet and over	$200.00
Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski)	$55.00

Additional Fees:

Title fee: Included in registration
eTitle conversion/replacement: Contact DNR
Late registration penalty: Varies
GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com convenience fee: Varies

Documents Required for Vessel Registration Transfer:

☐ Certified True Bill of Sale for Vessels (DNR form or equivalent)

☐ Properly assigned previous registration (or eTitle documentation)

☐ DNR Vessel Registration/Title Application (available at GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com)

☐ Valid Photo Identification

☐ Payment for registration fees and applicable taxes

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)

☐ USCG documentation (if applicable)

SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Boat Registration and Verification Record (eTitle)

☐ Previous Registration Certificate

☐ Certified True Bill of Sale

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Anchor and Line

☐ Life Jackets/PFDs (Quantity: [____])

☐ Throwable Device (Type IV PFD)

☐ Fire Extinguisher(s) (Quantity: [____])

☐ Navigation Lights

☐ Horn/Whistle

☐ Dock Lines

☐ Fenders/Bumpers

☐ Boat Cover

☐ Bimini Top

☐ Trolling Motor

☐ Electronics (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Fishing Equipment (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Spare Parts (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Other: [________________________________]

SECTION 11: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 12: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional — Georgia Does NOT Require Notarization for Vessel Transfers)

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

SELLER: [________________________________]

☐ Personally known to me, OR

☐ Proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence (ID presented: [________________________________])

who acknowledged to me that he/she executed the within instrument.

BUYER: [________________________________]

☐ Personally known to me, OR

☐ Proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence (ID presented: [________________________________])

who acknowledged to me that he/she executed the within instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Commission Number: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

PART FOUR: SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS AND DISCLOSURES

FORM A: COMPREHENSIVE LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

The undersigned lienholder hereby certifies and releases the following:

Property Description:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

Lienholder Information:

Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Lien Information:

Original Lien Date: [__/__/____]

Original Lien Amount: $[________________________________]

Account/Reference Number: [________________________________]

The undersigned lienholder hereby certifies that:

The above-described lien has been fully satisfied and paid in full.
The lienholder releases all right, title, and interest in the above-described property.
The lienholder authorizes the Georgia county tax commissioner or the Department of Natural Resources (as applicable) to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title or eTitle record.
The lienholder will execute any additional documents necessary to effect the release of its lien, including any electronic releases through the Georgia eTitle system.

Authorized Representative:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Title: [________________________________]

Company: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF [________________________________]
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____].

Notary Public: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM B: POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR VEHICLE/WATERCRAFT TRANSFER

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIMITED POWER OF ATTORNEY

I/We, [________________________________] ("Principal"), hereby appoint:

[________________________________] ("Agent")

Address: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

as my/our true and lawful attorney-in-fact to act in my/our name, place, and stead for the following limited purpose:

Property Description:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

VIN: [________________________________] Title No.: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

Registration No.: GA [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

☐ To sign and execute any and all documents necessary to transfer title

☐ To obtain duplicate title or eTitle conversion if original is lost or unavailable

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements

☐ To apply for registration and license plates (Form MV-1)

☐ To pay any fees, taxes (including TAVT), or charges associated with the transfer

☐ To complete and submit DNR registration applications for watercraft

☐ To sign and submit Form MV-16 for family transfer TAVT reduction

☐ Other: [________________________________]

This Power of Attorney:

☐ Shall remain in effect until [__/__/____]

☐ Shall remain in effect until revoked in writing

☐ Is coupled with an interest and is irrevocable

Principal's Signature:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Co-Principal's Signature (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, a Notary Public, personally appeared [________________________________], known to me (or proved to me) to be the person whose name is subscribed above, and acknowledged that he/she executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

Notary Public: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM C: GIFT AFFIDAVIT AND FAMILY TRANSFER DECLARATION

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT / FAMILY TRANSFER

This form supplements but does not replace Form MV-16 (Affidavit to Certify Immediate Family Relationship) required for the reduced 0.5% TAVT rate

I, [________________________________], being first duly sworn, depose and state:

I am the owner of the following property:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model
VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

I am transferring the above-described property to:

Name: [________________________________]

Relationship: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

TYPE OF TRANSFER (check one):

☐ GIFT — No consideration exchanged. No money or other consideration of any kind has been or will be exchanged for this transfer. The transfer is a bona fide gift.

☐ FAMILY TRANSFER — Reduced TAVT. The transfer is between qualifying immediate family members. The relationship between transferor and transferee is: [________________________________]

FAIR MARKET VALUE: The fair market value of this property at the time of transfer is: $[________________________________]
GEORGIA TAVT — FAMILY TRANSFER PROVISIONS:

Under O.C.G.A. Section 48-5C-1 and DOR regulations, transfers between qualifying immediate family members are eligible for a reduced TAVT rate of 0.5% of fair market value (instead of the standard 7.0% rate). To claim this reduction:

Form MV-16 (Affidavit to Certify Immediate Family Relationship) must be completed, signed, and notarized
The form must be presented to the county tax commissioner at the time of title application
Eligible relationships include: spouse, parent, child, stepchild, sibling, stepsibling, grandparent, grandchild, step-grandparent, step-grandchild, parent-in-law, and child-in-law

IMPORTANT: Even for gift transfers, TAVT is still assessed — either at 7.0% (standard) or 0.5% (family transfer with Form MV-16). There is no complete TAVT exemption for gifts.

I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Georgia that the foregoing is true and correct.

Transferor's Signature:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Transferee's Acknowledgment:

I, [________________________________], acknowledge receipt of the above-described property and confirm the family relationship stated above is true and accurate.

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Notary Acknowledgment (REQUIRED for Form MV-16 Family Transfer):

STATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____].

Notary Public: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM D: SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ADDENDUM

ADDITIONAL SELLER DISCLOSURES

This Addendum is attached to and made part of the Bill of Sale dated [__/__/____] between:

Seller: [________________________________]

Buyer: [________________________________]

Property: [________________________________]

DISCLOSURE CHECKLIST

Seller makes the following additional disclosures (check all that apply):

For Vehicles:

☐ Vehicle has been in an accident (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has frame or structural damage

☐ Vehicle has been repainted (partially or fully)

☐ Airbags have deployed and/or been replaced

☐ Vehicle has aftermarket modifications (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has known mechanical issues (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has electrical problems (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has water/flood damage

☐ Vehicle has rust or body corrosion (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Check engine light or other warning lights are on (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has a salvage, rebuilt, non-repairable, or other branded title

☐ Vehicle has failed emissions testing in a designated county

☐ Title is held by lienholder or is an eTitle with active lien

☐ Vehicle is being sold by someone other than the titled owner (explain): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has open manufacturer recalls (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle was previously registered in another state: [________________________________]

☐ Odometer has been replaced (prior reading: [________________________________])

☐ Vehicle was previously a salvage or insurance total loss

☐ Vehicle has been used as a taxi, ride-share, rental, or commercial vehicle

For Watercraft:

☐ Hull has been repaired (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vessel has been in a collision, grounding, or sinking

☐ Engine has been rebuilt or replaced

☐ Electrical system has issues (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vessel has taken on water/sinking history

☐ Coast Guard or Georgia DNR violations on record

☐ Vessel has osmotic blistering or gel coat damage

☐ Vessel has been documented with USCG (documentation number: [________________________________])

☐ Other: [________________________________]

General Disclosures:

☐ Property is subject to a recall (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Property has been used for commercial purposes

☐ Property has been used as collateral for a loan

☐ Property was previously owned by: [________________________________]

☐ Other material facts: [________________________________]

Seller Certification:

I certify that all disclosures above are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that failure to disclose known material defects may result in civil liability under Georgia law, including claims for fraud, misrepresentation, or breach of warranty.

Seller Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Buyer Acknowledgment:

I acknowledge receipt and review of the above disclosures. I have had the opportunity to ask questions and conduct my own inspection of the property.

Buyer Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

IMPORTANT NOTICES AND JURISDICTION NOTES

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE (DOR) — MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION

Main Office:

Website: dor.georgia.gov
Phone: (855) 406-5221
Motor Vehicle Customer Service: (404) 968-3800
Address: 4125 Welcome All Road, Atlanta, GA 30349

County Tax Commissioner Offices:

Vehicle registration and title services are administered at the county level by the county tax commissioner. Georgia has 159 counties, each with its own tax commissioner's office. Locate your county office at: dor.georgia.gov/motor-vehicles

Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) — Wildlife Resources Division:

Website: georgiawildlife.com
Boating Registration: 1-800-366-2661
Online Services: GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com
Address: 2070 U.S. Highway 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025

Georgia's Clean Air Force (Emissions Testing):

Website: cleanairforce.com
Phone: (800) 449-2471
Testing required in 13 metro Atlanta counties

RELEVANT GEORGIA FORMS

Form Number	Description
MV-1	Motor Vehicle Title Application
MV-16	Affidavit to Certify Immediate Family Relationship (for reduced TAVT)
MV-18J	Insurance Certification
T-22A	Georgia Affidavit for Obtaining Bonded Title
T-7	Notice of Sold Vehicle
DNR Vessel App	Vessel Registration/Title Application (at GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com)
Certified True Bill of Sale	DNR form for vessel transfers

GEORGIA TAX RATE SUMMARY

Tax/Fee	Rate
Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) — Standard	7.0% of fair market value
TAVT — Family Transfer (with Form MV-16)	0.5% of fair market value
TAVT Maximum Cap	9.0% (by law)
State Sales Tax (non-vehicle property)	4.0%
Local Option Sales Tax	1.0% to 5.0% (varies by county)
Combined Sales Tax (typical)	7.0% to 9.0%
Watercraft — Sales/Use Tax	4% state + local

GEORGIA INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Safety Inspection:

Georgia does NOT require periodic safety inspections for private passenger vehicles. There is no safety inspection requirement for vehicle sales, registration, or renewal.

Emissions Inspection:

Emissions testing is required ONLY in the following 13 metro Atlanta counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding, and Rockdale.

Testing is required at initial registration and at annual registration renewal
Gasoline-powered vehicles weighing 8,500 lbs GVWR or less and less than 25 model years old must be tested
New vehicles are exempt for their three most recent model years
Testing is performed at Georgia's Clean Air Force inspection stations
A valid emissions certificate is required before the county tax commissioner will process registration in these counties

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action	Deadline	Penalty
Buyer submits MV-1 and TAVT payment	Within 30 days of purchase	10% of TAVT owed + 1%/month additional
Seller reports sale of vehicle	As soon as practicable	Continued liability for violations
Seller reports sale of vessel to DNR	Within 15 days	May result in fines
Vessel registration transfer	Submit documentation within 60 days	New application and payment required after 60 days
Vessel registration renewal	Every 3 years (expires last day of birth month)	Late fees; operating unregistered vessel is a violation
Annual vehicle registration renewal	By birthday (or as specified)	Late fees apply
Emissions test (if applicable)	Prior to registration	Registration will not be processed without valid certificate

FEES (Subject to Change)

Fee Type	Amount
Vehicle Title Fee	$18.00
License Plate Fee (standard)	$20.00
TAVT (standard rate)	7.0% of fair market value
TAVT (family transfer with MV-16)	0.5% of fair market value
Duplicate Title	$8.00
Vessel Registration (under 16 ft, 3 years)	$30.00
Vessel Registration (16-25 ft, 3 years)	$55.00
Vessel Registration (26-39 ft, 3 years)	$85.00
Vessel Registration (40-64 ft, 3 years)	$135.00
Vessel Registration (65 ft+, 3 years)	$200.00
Late TAVT Penalty (after 30 days)	10% of TAVT owed + 1%/month

GEORGIA UCC ARTICLE 2 — SALES (O.C.G.A. Title 11, Article 2)

The sale of goods (including vehicles, watercraft, and personal property) in Georgia is governed by the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted in O.C.G.A. Title 11, Article 2. Key provisions include:

O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-312: Warranty of title — Seller warrants good title and rightful transfer, free from security interests unknown to buyer.
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-313: Express warranties — Created by affirmations of fact, descriptions, or samples that become part of the basis of the bargain.
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-314: Implied warranty of merchantability — Goods must be fit for ordinary purposes, pass without objection in the trade, and conform to label descriptions.
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-315: Implied warranty of fitness for particular purpose — If seller knows buyer's particular purpose and buyer relies on seller's expertise.
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-316: Exclusion or modification of warranties — "As-is" disclaimers must be conspicuous; merchantability disclaimers must use the word "merchantability."
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-401: Title passes at time and place of physical delivery unless otherwise agreed.
O.C.G.A. Section 11-2-509: Risk of loss in absence of breach passes upon delivery.

GEORGIA LEMON LAW SUMMARY (O.C.G.A. Section 10-1-780 et seq.)

The Georgia Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act (Lemon Law) provides remedies for purchasers of NEW motor vehicles that fail to conform to express warranties. Key provisions:

Eligible Vehicles: New motor vehicles sold or leased in Georgia (excluding motorhomes, motorcycles, and trucks over 10,000 lbs GVWR)
Coverage Period: Express warranty term or 24 months/24,000 miles from original delivery, whichever occurs first
Qualifying Defects: Nonconformity that substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle
Repair Attempts Required: 3 attempts for the same nonconformity, or 30 cumulative calendar days out of service
Notice Requirement: Consumer must provide written notice to the manufacturer and allow a final opportunity to cure before pursuing relief
Remedies: Manufacturer must provide either a comparable replacement vehicle or a full refund minus a reasonable allowance for use
NOT Applicable To: Used vehicles, private-party sales, motorhomes, motorcycles, vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR, or defects resulting from abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modification

GEORGIA eTITLE SYSTEM

Georgia has implemented an electronic title (eTitle) system for both motor vehicles and vessels:

Motor Vehicles: Georgia transitioned to eTitles for motor vehicles. If a vehicle has an eTitle, the owner must request a paper title from the county tax commissioner before selling the vehicle (unless the transfer is processed entirely through the eTitle system).
Vessels: Georgia uses eTitles for all registered vessels. The Boat Registration and Verification Record serves as the eTitle. If this document shows "eTitled," it is the only title record that exists.
Lien Releases: Lienholders can release liens electronically through the eTitle system, which may expedite the title transfer process.
Paper Title Requests: If a paper title is needed for any reason (out-of-state transfer, etc.), the owner must contact the county tax commissioner (vehicles) or DNR (vessels) to request conversion.

This Georgia Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes. Users should verify current requirements with the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR), the applicable county tax commissioner's office, and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and consult with a licensed Georgia attorney for legal advice.

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