Mississippi Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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MISSISSIPPI COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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

IMPORTANT: Mississippi vehicle registration and titling is administered by the Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) through county Tax Collector offices. Watercraft registration is administered by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP). Requirements and fees are subject to change. Verify current requirements with the applicable agency before completing any transfer.

KEY MISSISSIPPI RULES: Buyer must transfer title within 7 days of purchase. The vehicle tax rate is 5% of the purchase price. Mississippi does NOT require safety or emissions inspections. Notarization is recommended for all transfers and is required for boat registration applications.

PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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: MS 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 ☐ Firearms ☐ 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

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 ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Payment Schedule:

☐ Paid in full at time of sale

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

☐ Installment plan: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Mississippi imposes a 7% general sales tax on most tangible personal property. Certain items are exempt, including prescription drugs, certain farm equipment, and motor fuel (which is subject to a separate excise tax). Private-party casual sales may be subject to use tax. Consult the Mississippi Department of Revenue for specific guidance on tax obligations.

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 (MISS. CODE ANN. § 75-2-314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (MISS. CODE ANN. § 75-2-315). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY MISS. CODE ANN. § 75-2-316.

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: $[________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

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

Mississippi Practice Note: Under Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-316, to effectively disclaim the implied warranty of merchantability, the disclaimer must specifically 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 Mississippi law, provided the buyer has had an opportunity to inspect the goods. "Conspicuous" means written, displayed, or presented in such a way that a reasonable person against whom it is to operate ought to have noticed it.

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.

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: [________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

SECTION 8: GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Bill of Sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Mississippi, including Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-101 et seq. (Uniform Commercial Code — Sales).

Dispute Resolution:

☐ Any dispute arising from this transaction shall be resolved in the Circuit Court or Chancery Court of [________________________________] County, Mississippi.

☐ The parties agree to submit any dispute to binding arbitration in accordance with Mississippi law.

☐ The parties agree to attempt mediation before pursuing litigation or arbitration.

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 (Recommended)

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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 MISSISSIPPI
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements Mississippi DOR Form 78-002 (Application for Mississippi Title and License) and Form 78-013-18-8-1-000 (Bill of Sale)

NOTICE: BUYER MUST TRANSFER TITLE WITHIN 7 DAYS OF PURCHASE BY VISITING THE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE. SELLER MUST PROPERLY ASSIGN THE CERTIFICATE OF TITLE AND REMOVE THE LICENSE PLATE. MISSISSIPPI DOES NOT REQUIRE SAFETY OR EMISSIONS INSPECTIONS.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: MS 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

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

Number of Cylinders: [____]

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

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. § 32703) and Mississippi law prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated. Violation may result in criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mississippi Note: Odometer disclosure is required on the Certificate of Title assignment for vehicles less than 20 model years old (as of January 1 of the calendar year in which the transfer occurs), in compliance with the federal TREAD Act amendments to 49 U.S.C. § 32705. Vehicles with a GVWR of more than 16,000 lbs., vehicles that are not self-propelled, and vehicles 20 model years old or older are exempt from odometer disclosure requirements. The seller must complete all odometer-related sections on the title assignment.

SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY

Title Status:

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

Damage History:

☐ No known damage history

☐ Prior damage (describe): [________________________________]

Vehicle History:

Has this vehicle ever been used as:

☐ Rental vehicle ☐ Taxi/Livery ☐ Police/Government ☐ Commercial vehicle ☐ None of the above

Branded Title Disclosure:

☐ This vehicle has never had a branded title.

☐ This vehicle has/had a branded title (describe): [________________________________]

Flood Damage Disclosure:

☐ To the best of Seller's knowledge, this vehicle has NOT sustained flood damage.

☐ This vehicle HAS sustained flood damage (describe): [________________________________]

Mississippi Practice Note: Mississippi has experienced significant flooding events. Under Miss. Code Ann. § 63-21-35, any vehicle that has been declared a total loss by an insurance company due to flood, collision, or other damage must have a "salvage" brand on its title. Rebuilt vehicles must undergo inspection by the Mississippi Highway Patrol before a rebuilt title can be issued. Buyers should exercise particular caution regarding flood-damaged vehicles and request a vehicle history report.

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 ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]

MISSISSIPPI VEHICLE TAX:

Mississippi imposes a 5% tax on the purchase price of motor vehicles (Miss. Code Ann. § 27-65-17). This tax is collected by the county Tax Collector at the time of title and registration transfer.

Tax Type	Rate
Mississippi Vehicle Tax (Ad Valorem/Use Tax)	5% of purchase price

Estimated Vehicle Tax: $[________________________________]

Exemptions from Vehicle Tax (if applicable, check one):

☐ Transfer between spouses

☐ Transfer between parent and child (requires Affidavit of Relationship)

☐ Inheritance transfer (requires court documentation)

☐ Transfer to or from a corporation/LLC wholly owned by transferor

☐ Gift transfer (requires Affidavit of Relationship — Miss. Code Ann. § 27-19-56.2)

☐ Active military exemption

☐ Other exemption (describe): [________________________________]

Tax Note: Mississippi law requires that the 5% vehicle tax be paid at the time of title application at the county Tax Collector's office. If the declared sale price appears below fair market value, the Tax Collector may assess tax based on the NADA clean retail value or other standard valuation. For gift transfers or transfers between family members, an Affidavit of Relationship must be provided. Trade-in allowances may be deducted from the purchase price for tax calculation purposes.

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 MISS. CODE ANN. § 75-2-316.

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.

MISSISSIPPI LEMON LAW NOTICE (Miss. Code Ann. §§ 63-17-151 through 63-17-165 — Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act):

Mississippi's Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Lemon Law) applies to NEW motor vehicles purchased in Mississippi that do not conform to all applicable express warranties. The law provides that if a new vehicle develops a nonconformity during the express warranty term or within one year of original delivery (whichever expires earlier), the manufacturer or its agent must make necessary repairs to conform the vehicle to the express warranty. If the manufacturer cannot bring the vehicle into conformity after a reasonable number of attempts, the consumer may be entitled to: (a) a replacement vehicle of comparable value acceptable to the consumer, or (b) a full refund of the purchase price including all reasonably incurred collateral charges (dealer preparation, undercoating, transportation, towing, replacement rental, and title charges), less a reasonable allowance for the consumer's use. A "reasonable number of attempts" is presumed when the same nonconformity has been subject to repair 3 or more times, or the vehicle has been out of service for 15 or more business days. This law does NOT apply to used vehicles sold in private-party transactions.

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

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Covered Components:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Exclusions:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

☐ EXTENDED WARRANTY/SERVICE CONTRACT

An extended warranty or service contract is being provided:

Provider: [________________________________]

Policy/Contract Number: [________________________________]

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Coverage Details: [________________________________]

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: $[________________________________]

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

Mississippi Note: When a lien exists, the lienholder's name appears on the Certificate of Title. The lienholder must provide a lien release before a clear title can be issued. Mississippi participates in the Electronic Lien and Title (ELT) program; for ELT-participated lienholders, the release is submitted electronically to the DOR. The Buyer should verify lien status before completing payment.

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 Miss. Code Ann. § 63-21-13.

☐ Seller will complete all sections of the title assignment except the buyer's printed name and signature.

☐ 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 will remove the license plate from the vehicle prior to delivery.

☐ The vehicle has not been declared a total loss by an insurance company: ☐ True ☐ False (explain): [________________________________]

☐ The vehicle has not sustained flood damage to Seller's knowledge: ☐ True ☐ False (explain): [________________________________]

SECTION 9: MISSISSIPPI DOR TITLE AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Mississippi law, Seller must:

☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (complete the assignment section on the back of the title, including printed name, signature, date, sale price, and odometer reading)
☐ Complete all sections of the title assignment except the buyer's printed name and signature
☐ Deliver the properly assigned title to Buyer at time of sale
☐ Remove the license plate from the vehicle (plates remain with the seller in Mississippi, not the vehicle)
☐ Provide Buyer with a completed Bill of Sale (DOR Form 78-013-18-8-1-000 or this document)
☐ Notify insurance company of the sale

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Mississippi law (Miss. Code Ann. § 63-21-1 et seq.), Buyer must:

☐ Apply for title and registration transfer within 7 days of purchase at the county Tax Collector's office
☐ Complete DOR Form 78-002 (Application for Mississippi Title and License)
☐ Pay the 5% vehicle tax, title fee, and registration/tag fee at the county Tax Collector's office
☐ Provide the properly assigned title from the Seller
☐ Provide a Bill of Sale (if the sale price is not recorded on the title)
☐ Provide valid photo identification
☐ Obtain valid Mississippi automobile liability insurance coverage (Miss. Code Ann. § 63-15-3)
☐ Obtain a new license plate (or transfer an existing plate, if eligible)

IMPORTANT: Mississippi does NOT require safety inspections or emissions inspections for private passenger vehicles. There is no statewide or county-level vehicle inspection program. However, Buyer is responsible for ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition.

Required Documents for Title Transfer:

Properly assigned Certificate of Title
Completed DOR Form 78-002 (Application for Mississippi Title and License)
Bill of Sale (DOR Form 78-013-18-8-1-000 or equivalent) — required if sale price is not on the title
Valid Photo Identification (Mississippi Driver's License or other government-issued ID)
Proof of Insurance (Mississippi liability insurance card)
Payment for applicable tax, title, and registration fees
Lien Release (if applicable)
Affidavit of Relationship (if transfer between family members for tax exemption)
Odometer Disclosure (on title assignment for vehicles under 20 model years old)

SECTION 10: INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

MISSISSIPPI MANDATORY LIABILITY INSURANCE:

Mississippi law (Miss. Code Ann. § 63-15-3) requires all motor vehicle owners to maintain minimum liability insurance coverage:

Coverage Type	Minimum Amount
Bodily Injury (per person)	$25,000
Bodily Injury (per accident)	$50,000
Property Damage (per accident)	$25,000

☐ Buyer certifies that he/she has obtained or will obtain the required minimum liability insurance coverage prior to operating the vehicle on Mississippi public roads.

Insurance Company: [________________________________]

Policy Number: [________________________________]

Effective Date: [__/__/____]

Mississippi Note: Failure to maintain liability insurance in Mississippi can result in suspension of vehicle registration and driver's license, fines, and reinstatement fees. Mississippi participates in an electronic insurance verification system. The county Tax Collector requires proof of insurance at the time of registration.

SECTION 11: DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE

Date of Delivery: [__/__/____]

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

Location of Delivery: [________________________________]

Items Delivered with Vehicle:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned)

☐ Bill of Sale

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ Spare Tire and Jack

☐ 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 12: 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 13: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Recommended)

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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]

Mississippi Note: Notarization is not legally required for private-party motor vehicle transfers in Mississippi, but it is strongly recommended. Notarization helps prevent fraud and may be required by the county Tax Collector in some counties. Notarization IS required for boat registration bill of sale documents.

PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT, VESSEL, AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) boat registration and optional titling process

NOTICE: Mississippi requires registration of all sailboats and every undocumented vessel equipped with propulsion machinery. The owner has 10 DAYS from the date of acquisition to register the boat with MDWFP. Boat titling is OPTIONAL in Mississippi but is recommended. A NOTARIZED or WITNESSED (two witnesses) bill of sale must accompany all registration applications for boats purchased from individuals.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: MS 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 (Inboard) ☐ Motorboat (Outboard) ☐ Motorboat (I/O — Sterndrive) ☐ Sailboat ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski/WaveRunner) ☐ Bass Boat ☐ Jon Boat ☐ Canoe/Kayak ☐ Flat Bottom ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

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

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

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

Mississippi Registration Number: MS [________________________________]

Mississippi Title Number (if titled): [________________________________]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

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

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

Is This Vessel Titled in Mississippi?

☐ Yes — Title Number: [________________________________]

☐ No — titling is optional in Mississippi; vessel is registered only

☐ Titled in another state: [________________________________] Title Number: [________________________________]

SECTION 3: OUTBOARD MOTOR INFORMATION (If Applicable)

Motor 1:

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

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Motor 2 (if applicable):

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

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Trolling Motor (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Thrust: [____] lbs.

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Mississippi Note: Motors may be titled separately from the vessel in Mississippi. If the motor has its own title, it must be properly assigned for transfer. Sellers should provide all motor serial numbers to assist with registration.

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: $[________________________________]

Note: Boat trailers are titled and registered through the Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) at the county Tax Collector's office, not through MDWFP. A separate title transfer is required for the trailer.

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE

Watercraft/Vessel Price: $[________________________________]

Outboard Motor(s) Price: $[________________________________]

Trailer Price (if included): $[________________________________]

Accessories/Equipment Included: $[________________________________]

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Mississippi imposes a 5% use tax on boats and boat motors at the time of registration. Tax is collected by MDWFP upon registration. For trailers, the 5% vehicle tax is collected by the county Tax Collector through the DOR.

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 MISS. CODE ANN. § 75-2-316.

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

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

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Duration: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

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

☐ FULL WARRANTY

Seller warrants that the watercraft is:

☐ Free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Seaworthy and suitable for normal recreational marine use

☐ Conforms to the description provided herein

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 ownership.

☐ 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 properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (if vessel is titled).

☐ Seller will provide a copy of the current registration to Buyer.

☐ Seller will cooperate with MDWFP registration and title transfer requirements.

☐ Seller will notify MDWFP Headquarters of the sale by calling the Boat Registration Office at (601) 432-2055.

SECTION 9: MISSISSIPPI WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION AND TITLING REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT MISSISSIPPI REQUIREMENTS:

Per Miss. Code Ann. § 59-21-1 et seq. and MDWFP regulations:

Registration Required: All sailboats and every undocumented vessel equipped with propulsion machinery must be registered with MDWFP. The owner has 10 days from the date of acquisition to register the boat.
Titling Optional: Boat and motor titling is OPTIONAL in Mississippi. However, the boat must be registered before it can be titled. Titling is recommended for proof of ownership and fraud prevention.
Bill of Sale Requirements for Registration: A copy of a notarized or witnessed bill of sale must accompany all registration applications when a boat is purchased from an individual. If not notarized, the bill of sale must be witnessed by at least two (2) persons who sign the document.
Titled Boats: When a titled boat is sold, the owner must provide the original title to the purchaser. The title serves as the primary proof of ownership for transfer purposes.
Registration Validity: Boat registrations are valid for three years and must be renewed before expiration.
Display Requirements: Mississippi registration numbers (MS prefix) must be displayed on both sides of the forward half of the vessel in block letters at least 3 inches high, reading left to right.
Seller Notification: When selling a boat, the seller is required to notify MDWFP Headquarters by calling the Boat Registration Office at (601) 432-2055.
Registration Certificate: The registration certificate must be carried aboard the vessel at all times when in operation.

Documents Required for Registration Transfer:

☐ Completed Boat Registration Application (available from MDWFP)

☐ Notarized or witnessed (two witnesses) Bill of Sale

☐ Copy of current registration from Seller

☐ Original Title (if vessel is titled — assigned by Seller)

☐ Valid Photo Identification

☐ Payment for registration fees and applicable tax

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)

Documents Required for Optional Titling:

☐ Completed Boat/Motor Title Application

☐ Notarized Bill of Sale

☐ Current registration (boat must be registered before titling)

☐ Payment for title fee

Registration Fees (Three-Year Period):

Vessel Length	Fee
Under 16 feet	$27.00
16 feet to under 26 feet	$47.50
26 feet to under 40 feet	$77.50
40 feet and over	$107.50

SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned, if applicable)

☐ Current Registration Certificate

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Anchor and Line

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

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

☐ Navigation Lights

☐ Horn/Whistle/Sound-Producing Device

☐ Dock Lines

☐ Fenders/Bumpers

☐ Boat Cover

☐ Bimini Top

☐ Fish Finder/Depth Sounder

☐ GPS/Chart Plotter

☐ Radio/VHF

☐ Trolling Motor

☐ Battery/Batteries (Quantity: [____])

☐ Fuel Tank(s) (Quantity: [____])

☐ Oars/Paddles

☐ Live Well/Bait Well

☐ Rod Holders (Quantity: [____])

☐ Tackle Storage

☐ Tool Kit

☐ Other Electronics (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: WITNESS ATTESTATION (Required if Bill of Sale Is Not Notarized)

IMPORTANT: Mississippi requires that a bill of sale for boat registration be either NOTARIZED or signed by TWO (2) WITNESSES. Complete either this section OR the Notary Acknowledgment section below.

WITNESS 1:

I, the undersigned witness, was present at the execution of this Bill of Sale and observed the parties sign this document.

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

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

WITNESS 2:

I, the undersigned witness, was present at the execution of this Bill of Sale and observed the parties sign this document.

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

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

SECTION 13: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Required for Boat Registration if No Witnesses)

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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 MISSISSIPPI
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: [________________________________]

☐ Outboard Motor: [________________________________] Serial No.: [________________________________]

☐ 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 Mississippi Department of Revenue (for vehicles/trailers) or MDWFP (for watercraft) to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title.

Authorized Representative:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Title: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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 MISSISSIPPI
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIMITED POWER OF ATTORNEY

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

[________________________________] ("Agent")

Address: [________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

☐ Trailer: [________________________________] VIN: [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

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

☐ To obtain duplicate title if original is lost or unavailable

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements

☐ To apply for registration and license plates/tags

☐ To pay any fees, taxes, or charges associated with the transfer

☐ To complete DOR Form 78-002 or MDWFP registration applications on my behalf

☐ Other: [________________________________]

This Power of Attorney:

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

☐ Shall remain in effect until revoked in writing

Principal's Signature:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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 / AFFIDAVIT OF RELATIONSHIP

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT

Note: For vehicle gift transfers, an Affidavit of Relationship is required by the Mississippi DOR to claim exemption from the 5% vehicle tax under Miss. Code Ann. § 27-19-56.2.

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 gifting the above-described property to:

Name: [________________________________]

Relationship: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

NO CONSIDERATION: No money or other consideration of any kind has been or will be exchanged for this gift. The transfer is a bona fide gift.
FAIR MARKET VALUE: The fair market value of this property at the time of gift is: $[________________________________]
RELATIONSHIP DECLARATION: The relationship between the donor and recipient is (check one):

☐ Spouse

☐ Parent to Child

☐ Child to Parent

☐ Grandparent to Grandchild

☐ Grandchild to Grandparent

☐ Sibling to Sibling

☐ Other relationship: [________________________________]

I understand that under Miss. Code Ann. § 27-19-56.2, transfers between certain qualifying family members may be exempt from the 5% vehicle tax. The county Tax Collector will determine whether the specific relationship qualifies for the exemption. Providing false information on this affidavit may result in criminal prosecution for fraud.
I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Donor's Signature:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Recipient's Acknowledgment:

I, [________________________________], acknowledge receipt of the above-described property as a gift and confirm the stated relationship.

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

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI
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/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): [________________________________]

☐ Title is held by lienholder

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

☐ Vehicle has been declared a total loss by an insurance company

☐ Vehicle has a salvage, rebuilt, or other branded title (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has previously been titled in a flood-affected area

☐ Vehicle has had the catalytic converter replaced or removed

☐ Vehicle is subject to an open recall (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle was previously used for towing/hauling (describe): [________________________________]

For Watercraft:

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

☐ Vessel has been in a collision or grounding

☐ Engine has been rebuilt or replaced

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

☐ Vessel has taken on water/sinking history

☐ Vessel has had hull blistering or osmotic damage

☐ Vessel has transom damage or soft spots

☐ Vessel has been used in saltwater (Gulf Coast): ☐ Yes ☐ No

☐ Coast Guard or MDWFP violations on record

☐ Vessel has been involved in a boating accident reported to MDWFP

☐ 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.

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

Buyer Acknowledgment:

I acknowledge receipt and review of the above disclosures.

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

IMPORTANT NOTICES AND JURISDICTION NOTES

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE (DOR) — MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION

DOR Headquarters

Website: www.dor.ms.gov
Phone: (601) 923-7100
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1140, Jackson, MS 39215-1140
Title Questions: (601) 923-7125

Motor Vehicle Title Forms: Available at www.dor.ms.gov/tagstitles/title-forms

County Tax Collector Offices:

Title transfers, registration, and tag purchases are handled at the county Tax Collector's office in the buyer's county of residence. Each of Mississippi's 82 counties has a Tax Collector's office. Major offices include:

Hinds County (Jackson): (601) 968-6587
Harrison County (Gulfport): (228) 865-4096
DeSoto County (Hernando): (662) 429-1325
Rankin County (Brandon): (601) 825-1475
Madison County (Canton): (601) 859-1092
Lee County (Tupelo): (662) 841-9100
Forrest County (Hattiesburg): (601) 545-6165
Lauderdale County (Meridian): (601) 482-9758

MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE, FISHERIES, AND PARKS (MDWFP)

Website: www.mdwfp.com
Boat Registration Office Phone: (601) 432-2055
Mailing Address: MDWFP Boat Registration, 1505 Eastover Drive, Jackson, MS 39211
Email: [email protected]
Online Registration: Available through MDWFP website

RELEVANT MISSISSIPPI FORMS

DOR Vehicle Forms:

Form 78-002: Application for Mississippi Title and License
Form 78-013-18-8-1-000: Bill of Sale
Form 78-003: Application for Duplicate Title
Form 78-006: Affidavit of Heirship
Affidavit of Relationship: For gift/family transfers (tax exemption)
Power of Attorney: For authorized representative transfers

MDWFP Boat Forms:

Boat Registration Application (individual)
Boat/Motor Title Application
Registration Renewal Form

MISSISSIPPI INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Safety Inspection:

Mississippi does NOT require safety inspections for private passenger vehicles. There is no statewide or county-level vehicle safety inspection program. Buyers are advised to have any used vehicle independently inspected by a qualified mechanic prior to purchase.

Emissions Inspection:

Mississippi does NOT require emissions testing. There is no statewide or county-level emissions inspection program.

Salvage/Rebuilt Vehicle Inspection:

Vehicles with salvage titles that have been rebuilt must be inspected by the Mississippi Highway Patrol before a rebuilt title can be issued. Contact the Mississippi Highway Patrol at (601) 987-1212 for inspection scheduling and requirements.

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action	Deadline
Buyer applies for title and registration at county Tax Collector	Within 7 days of sale
Seller removes license plate from vehicle	At time of sale
Seller notifies MDWFP of boat sale	Promptly after sale
Buyer registers boat with MDWFP	Within 10 days of acquisition
Late title transfer penalty	Fees and penalties may apply after 7 days
DOR mails new title to Buyer	Approximately 4 weeks after application
Boat registration renewal (MDWFP)	Every 3 years

FEES (Subject to Change)

Fee Type	Amount
Certificate of Title (DOR)	$9.00
Duplicate Title (DOR)	$9.00
License Tag/Registration (varies by vehicle value)	Varies
Vehicle Tax	5% of purchase price
Boat Registration — Under 16 ft (3-year)	$27.00
Boat Registration — 16 to under 26 ft (3-year)	$47.50
Boat Registration — 26 to under 40 ft (3-year)	$77.50
Boat Registration — 40 ft and over (3-year)	$107.50
Boat Title (optional)	$9.00
Motor Title (optional)	$9.00
Boat Use Tax	5% of purchase price
Rebuilt Vehicle Inspection (MHP)	Contact MHP

MISSISSIPPI-SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS

Flood Damage: Mississippi is susceptible to hurricanes, tropical storms, and river flooding. Buyers should exercise particular caution when purchasing vehicles in Mississippi, especially in coastal counties (Harrison, Hancock, Jackson). Request a vehicle history report (e.g., CARFAX, AutoCheck) and have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic. Under Miss. Code Ann. § 63-21-35, vehicles declared a total loss due to flood damage must carry a salvage brand on the title.

No Inspection Program: Because Mississippi does not have a safety or emissions inspection program, the buyer bears full responsibility for ensuring the vehicle is mechanically sound and roadworthy. This makes a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic especially important.

Gulf Coast Boats: Watercraft previously used in Gulf Coast saltwater environments may have accelerated corrosion and wear. Buyers should request information about where the vessel was primarily stored and used, and should have a marine survey conducted for vessels of significant value.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES

Mississippi Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Titles: https://www.dor.ms.gov/motor-vehicle-titles
Mississippi DOR — Title FAQ: https://www.dor.ms.gov/tagstitles/title-frequently-asked-questions
Mississippi DOR — Title Forms: https://www.dor.ms.gov/tagstitles/title-forms
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks — Boat Registration: https://www.mdwfp.com/fishing-boating/boat-registration-renewal
Mississippi Lemon Law (Miss. Code Ann. §§ 63-17-151 to 63-17-165): https://www.carlemon.com/mississippi-lemon-law.html
Mississippi UCC — Sales (Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-101 et seq.): https://law.justia.com/codes/mississippi/title-75/chapter-2/
Mississippi Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act: https://www.mmvc.ms.gov/sites/mmvc/files/Statutes/WarrantyEnforcementAct.pdf
MDWFP Boat Registration Application: https://www.mdwfp.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/online-boat-reg-application-individual.pdf
MDWFP Boat Title Application: https://www.mdwfp.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/boatmotortitleform.pdf

This Mississippi Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes. Users should verify current requirements with the Mississippi Department of Revenue, their county Tax Collector's office, and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, and consult with a licensed Mississippi attorney for legal advice.

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