North Dakota Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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NORTH DAKOTA COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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

IMPORTANT: North Dakota vehicle registration and titling is administered by the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), Motor Vehicle Division. The primary forms are SFN 2872 (Application for Certificate of Title and Registration) and SFN 2888 (Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale). North Dakota REQUIRES NOTARIZATION of the Seller's signature on Form SFN 2888. Failure to properly notarize will result in rejection of the title application.

CRITICAL DEADLINE: Buyer must apply for title transfer within 30 days of purchase. Failure to transfer title within the required period is a Class B misdemeanor under North Dakota law.

PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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: ND 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 ☐ Snowmobile ☐ ATV/UTV ☐ 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: North Dakota imposes a 5% state sales tax on most tangible personal property, with additional local sales taxes that vary by city (up to 3% additional). Private-party casual sales of most personal property may be subject to sales or use tax. Consult the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner for specific guidance on your transaction.

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 (N.D.C.C. § 41-02-31) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (N.D.C.C. § 41-02-32). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY N.D.C.C. § 41-02-33.

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: [__/__/____]

North Dakota Practice Note: Under N.D.C.C. § 41-02-33, 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, the disclaimer must be in writing and conspicuous. An "as-is" or "with all faults" disclaimer is effective to exclude all implied warranties under North Dakota law, provided 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.

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: 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 9: WITNESS ATTESTATION (Optional but Recommended)

WITNESS 1:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

WITNESS 2:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

SECTION 10: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional for General Personal Property)

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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 NORTH DAKOTA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements the official NDDOT Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888) and Application for Certificate of Title and Registration (Form SFN 2872)

NOTICE: NORTH DAKOTA REQUIRES THE SELLER'S SIGNATURE ON THE BILL OF SALE (FORM SFN 2888) TO BE NOTARIZED. THE SELLER MUST SIGN FORM SFN 2888 IN THE PRESENCE OF A NOTARY PUBLIC. THE NDDOT WILL REJECT TITLE APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A PROPERLY NOTARIZED SFN 2888.

CRITICAL: BUYER MUST APPLY FOR TITLE TRANSFER WITHIN 30 DAYS. FAILURE TO TRANSFER TITLE WITHIN THE REQUIRED PERIOD IS A CLASS B MISDEMEANOR UNDER NORTH DAKOTA LAW.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: VEHICLE INFORMATION

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

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

Color: [________________________________]

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Engine Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Transmission: ☐ Automatic ☐ Manual

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ Hybrid ☐ Flex Fuel (E85) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW): [________________________________] 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 North Dakota law prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated. Violations may result in civil and criminal penalties.

North Dakota Note: The odometer disclosure is typically completed on the back of the Certificate of Title and on Form SFN 2888 (Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale). Vehicles with a model year 2011 or newer are subject to odometer disclosure regardless of mileage (per the federal MOBILE Act). Vehicles 20 or more model years old are exempt from federal odometer disclosure requirements.

SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY

Title Status:

☐ Clean Title ☐ Salvage Title ☐ Rebuilt Title ☐ Flood Title ☐ Lemon Law Buyback ☐ Junk Title ☐ 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

North Dakota Title Brand Disclosure:

North Dakota law requires disclosure of title brands. The following brand(s) apply to this vehicle:

☐ No brands on title

☐ Salvage ☐ Rebuilt ☐ Flood Damage ☐ Lemon Law Buyback ☐ Manufacturer Buyback ☐ Odometer Discrepancy ☐ Hail Damage ☐ Other: [________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

North Dakota Motor Vehicle Excise Tax: North Dakota imposes a 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax on the purchase price of all motor vehicles at the time of title transfer, pursuant to N.D.C.C. § 57-40.3. Key points:

The 5% excise tax applies to all private-party and dealer sales.
The tax is based on the purchase price or the fair market value (NADA retail value), whichever is greater, as determined by the NDDOT.
Trade-in values reduce the taxable amount.
Gift transfers between certain family members may qualify for a reduced rate or exemption. A gift affidavit is required.
The excise tax is paid to the NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division or the county treasurer's office at the time of title transfer.
There is no additional state sales tax on motor vehicles (the excise tax replaces the general sales tax for vehicles).

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 N.D.C.C. § 41-02-33.

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.

NORTH DAKOTA LEMON LAW NOTICE (N.D.C.C. §§ 51-07-16 through 51-07-22):

North Dakota's Lemon Law applies to new passenger motor vehicles normally used for personal, family, or household purposes that are purchased or leased in North Dakota. The law requires manufacturers to repair nonconformities that substantially impair the use, market value, or safety of the vehicle during the express warranty term or within one year following the date of original delivery to the consumer, whichever is earlier. If the manufacturer is unable to conform the vehicle to the warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts (three or more attempts for the same nonconformity, or the vehicle is out of service for a cumulative total of 30 or more business days during the express warranty term or one year following original delivery, whichever is earlier), the consumer may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or refund. The consumer must first notify the manufacturer in writing and allow a final repair attempt. This law does NOT apply to used vehicles sold in private-party transactions.

North Dakota Lemon Law Remedies: If the manufacturer fails to conform the vehicle after reasonable repair attempts, the consumer may request:

A replacement vehicle of comparable value, OR
A full refund of the purchase price, including all collateral charges (minus a reasonable allowance for the consumer's use of the vehicle)

Additionally, under N.D.C.C. § 57-40.4-01.1, the consumer is entitled to a refund of the motor vehicle excise tax from the state, and under N.D.C.C. § 39-04-39.4, a pro rata refund of registration fees.

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: [________________________________]

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

North Dakota Note: If a lien exists on the vehicle, the lienholder's name will appear on the Certificate of Title. The lienholder must release the lien before a clean title can be issued to the new owner. The NDDOT will not process a title transfer with an outstanding lien unless the lienholder provides a lien release. North Dakota participates in Electronic Lien and Title (ELT), so some titles may be held electronically by the lienholder.

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 N.D.C.C. § 39-05-01 et seq.

☐ Seller will complete and notarize the Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888).

☐ 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 title brands, including salvage, rebuilt, flood, hail damage, or lemon law buyback designations.

SECTION 9: NORTH DAKOTA DOT REQUIREMENTS AND TITLE TRANSFER

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per North Dakota law, Seller must:

☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (complete the assignment section on the back of the title, including the date, sale price, odometer reading, and both parties' signatures)
☐ Complete and notarize the Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888) — the Seller's signature must be notarized by a Notary Public
☐ Deliver the assigned title, notarized SFN 2888, and bill of sale to Buyer at time of sale
☐ Remove North Dakota license plates from the vehicle (North Dakota plates stay with the owner, not the vehicle)
☐ Cancel insurance on the vehicle after transfer is complete

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per North Dakota law (N.D.C.C. § 39-05-01 et seq.), Buyer must:

☐ Apply for a new title and registration at the NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division or the county treasurer's office within 30 days of purchase using Form SFN 2872 (Application for Certificate of Title and Registration)
☐ Present the properly assigned Certificate of Title
☐ Present the notarized Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888)
☐ Pay the 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax on the purchase price or fair market value (whichever is greater)
☐ Pay applicable title, registration, and plate fees
☐ Obtain proper liability insurance meeting ND minimum requirements before operating the vehicle
☐ Obtain new North Dakota license plates (or transfer existing plates from another vehicle owned by Buyer)

IMPORTANT: North Dakota does NOT require a safety inspection or emissions inspection for private-party vehicle transfers. There is no statewide vehicle inspection program.

CRIMINAL PENALTY FOR LATE TRANSFER: Failure to apply for title transfer within 30 days of purchase is a Class B misdemeanor under North Dakota law. A Class B misdemeanor is punishable by up to 30 days in jail and/or a $1,500 fine.

Required Documents for Title Transfer at NDDOT or County Treasurer:

Properly assigned Certificate of Title (with seller's and buyer's signatures)
Notarized Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888)
Completed Application for Certificate of Title and Registration (Form SFN 2872)
Valid Photo Identification
Proof of North Dakota Vehicle Insurance
Payment for 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax, title fee, registration fee, and plate fee
Lien Release (if applicable)

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)

☐ Notarized Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888)

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ Maintenance Records

☐ Block Heater (if applicable)

☐ 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 AND NOTARIZATION

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 (REQUIRED FOR VEHICLE TRANSFERS)

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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 voluntarily signed the foregoing Seller's Certificate and Bill of Sale and that all statements contained therein are true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

IMPORTANT: North Dakota requires the Seller's signature on Form SFN 2888 to be notarized. The Buyer's signature does not require notarization for the SFN 2888. However, having both signatures notarized on this comprehensive Bill of Sale is recommended for additional legal protection. The official NDDOT Form SFN 2888 must also be completed and notarized separately.

PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT, VESSEL, AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with the North Dakota Game and Fish Department watercraft registration system

NOTICE: North Dakota does NOT title watercraft. North Dakota issues registrations only (not titles) for boats operating within its jurisdiction. Registration is required for all motorized watercraft and is administered by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. A bill of sale serves as the primary proof of ownership for watercraft transfers.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: WATERCRAFT/VESSEL INFORMATION

Vessel Type:

☐ Motorboat ☐ Sailboat ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) ☐ Fishing Boat ☐ Canoe ☐ Kayak ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

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

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

North Dakota Registration Number: ND [________________________________]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

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

Propulsion: ☐ Inboard ☐ Outboard ☐ Inboard/Outboard (I/O) ☐ Jet Drive ☐ Sail ☐ Paddle ☐ Other: [________________________________]

IMPORTANT: North Dakota does NOT issue titles for watercraft. The registration card and bill of sale serve as proof of ownership. It is critically important that Buyer retain this Bill of Sale as permanent proof of the transaction. A detailed bill of sale showing the names, addresses, and signatures of both parties, along with a complete description of the watercraft, is strongly recommended.

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: [________________________________]

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: $[________________________________]

North Dakota Note: Boat trailers are titled and registered separately through the NDDOT (not the Game and Fish Department). The trailer title must be properly assigned, and the Seller's signature on the Seller's Certificate (Form SFN 2888) must be notarized. Buyer must apply for a new trailer title using Form SFN 2872. The 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax applies to the trailer purchase price.

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE

Watercraft/Vessel Price: $[________________________________]

Outboard Motor(s) Price: $[________________________________]

Trailer Price (if included): $[________________________________]

Accessories Included: $[________________________________]

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

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

Tax Note: North Dakota does not impose a separate excise tax on watercraft at the time of registration. However, the general 5% state sales tax may apply to the purchase. The 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax applies to boat trailers. Consult the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner for specific guidance.

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 N.D.C.C. § 41-02-33.

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 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: [________________________________]

North Dakota Note: Because North Dakota does not title watercraft, lien positions on boats cannot be recorded through the state titling system. Liens on watercraft are governed by UCC filing requirements. Buyers should conduct a UCC lien search through the North Dakota Secretary of State's office to verify that no liens exist on the watercraft prior to purchase.

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 provide the current North Dakota registration card to Buyer.

☐ Seller will cooperate with Game and Fish Department registration transfer requirements.

☐ There are no outstanding UCC filings or security interests against the watercraft, except as disclosed in Section 7.

SECTION 9: NORTH DAKOTA WATERCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT NORTH DAKOTA REQUIREMENTS:

Per N.D.C.C. § 20.1-13 and North Dakota Game and Fish Department regulations:

No Titling: North Dakota does NOT title watercraft. The state issues registrations only. A bill of sale is the primary proof of ownership transfer. Buyers should retain this Bill of Sale permanently.
Registration Required: All motorized watercraft operating on North Dakota waters must be registered with the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Canoes and non-motorized vessels are also required to be registered.
Registration Period: Watercraft registrations are valid for a three-year period (currently January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028). Registration is prorated based on time remaining in the registration period.
Transfer Process: When purchasing a boat from a private individual, the buyer must complete the registration online at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website or by mail. The seller should provide the current registration card or title (if from another state) and a bill of sale.
Display Requirements: The North Dakota registration number (ND prefix) and current validation decals must be displayed on both sides of the bow in block letters at least 3 inches high.
Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS): North Dakota requires boaters to comply with ANS prevention regulations. All watercraft must be free of aquatic vegetation and invasive species before launching. An Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) fee is included with each watercraft registration.
Boater Education: North Dakota requires all persons born after December 31, 1971, to complete an approved boating safety education course before operating a motorized watercraft on North Dakota waters.

Registration Fees (2026-2028 Registration Period):

Vessel Category	Registration Fee	ANS Fee	Total
Motorboat under 16 feet / All canoes	$30.00	$15.00	$45.00
Motorboat 16 feet to under 20 feet	$45.00	$15.00	$60.00
Motorboat 20 feet and over	$60.00	$15.00	$75.00

Fees are prorated based on time remaining in the 3-year registration period.

Documents Required for Watercraft Registration Transfer:

☐ Seller's current Registration Card (or out-of-state title, if applicable)

☐ Bill of Sale (this document)

☐ Valid Photo Identification

☐ Payment for registration and ANS fees

☐ Proof of taxes paid (if purchased from a dealer)

SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Current Registration Card

☐ Bill of Sale

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Anchor and Line

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

☐ Fire Extinguisher

☐ Navigation Lights

☐ Horn/Whistle

☐ Dock Lines

☐ Fenders/Bumpers

☐ Boat Cover

☐ Bimini Top

☐ Throwable Flotation Device (Type IV PFD)

☐ Electronics (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Fishing Equipment (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Ice Fishing Equipment (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 (Recommended for Watercraft — No Title Issued)

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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]

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Because North Dakota does not title watercraft, notarization of this Bill of Sale is strongly recommended to provide additional legal protection and evidentiary value. The notarized bill of sale serves as the primary proof of ownership transfer.

PART FOUR: SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS AND DISCLOSURES

FORM A: COMPREHENSIVE LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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 NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title (for motor vehicles) or authorizes the North Dakota Secretary of State to terminate the UCC filing (for watercraft and other personal property).

Authorized Representative:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Title: [________________________________]

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 NORTH DAKOTA
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: [________________________________] Registration No.: ND [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

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

☐ To obtain duplicate title if original is lost or unavailable

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements

☐ To apply for registration and license plates

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

☐ To complete and sign the Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form SFN 2888)

☐ 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 NORTH DAKOTA
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

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT

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: $[________________________________]
Excise Tax Implications: For motor vehicle gifts in North Dakota, the 5% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax may still apply based on the fair market value of the vehicle. Certain gift transfers between qualifying family members may qualify for a reduced rate or exemption. Consult the NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division or the county treasurer's office for current exemption requirements and eligible family relationships.
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.

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

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
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 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 been in a hail storm (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has a salvage, rebuilt, or flood title brand

☐ Title is held by lienholder

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

☐ Vehicle has been involved in a fire

☐ Vehicle has been used for commercial or agricultural purposes

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

☐ Game and Fish Department violations on record

☐ Vessel has been used in saltwater (if purchased from out of state)

☐ 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

NORTH DAKOTA DOT (NDDOT) CONTACT INFORMATION

NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division

Website: https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/mv.htm
Phone: (701) 328-2725
Fax: (701) 328-1487
Address: 608 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505-0780

County Treasurer Offices

Title and registration services are available at county treasurer offices throughout North Dakota
Find your county treasurer at: https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/mv/mvcountycontacts.htm

North Dakota Game and Fish Department (Watercraft)

Website: https://gf.nd.gov
Phone: (701) 328-6300
Address: 100 North Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501
Online Registration: https://gf.nd.gov/watercraft/registration

RELEVANT NORTH DAKOTA FORMS

Form SFN 2872: Application for Certificate of Title and Registration of a Motor Vehicle
Form SFN 2888: Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale (must be notarized by the Seller)
Watercraft Registration: Available online through the ND Game and Fish Department website

NORTH DAKOTA INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Safety Inspection:

North Dakota does NOT have a mandatory safety inspection program for private-party vehicle sales or for any vehicles. There is no statewide periodic vehicle inspection requirement. Vehicles are not required to pass a safety inspection before title transfer, registration, or at any other time.

Emissions Inspection:

North Dakota does NOT have a vehicle emissions testing program. There is no statewide or county-level emissions inspection requirement.

Note: While North Dakota does not require inspections, law enforcement may issue citations for vehicles that are unsafe or do not meet equipment standards under N.D.C.C. Title 39. Buyers are strongly encouraged to have a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic before completing the purchase, especially for used vehicles.

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action	Deadline
Buyer applies for title transfer at NDDOT/county treasurer (Forms SFN 2872 + notarized SFN 2888)	Within 30 days of purchase
Criminal penalty for failure to transfer title	Class B misdemeanor (up to 30 days jail and/or $1,500 fine)
Seller removes plates from vehicle	At time of sale
Seller completes and notarizes Form SFN 2888	At or before time of sale
Watercraft registration transfer with Game and Fish	Submit promptly after purchase
Watercraft registration renewal	Every 3 years (current period: 2026-2028)

FEES (Subject to Change — Verify with NDDOT or County Treasurer)

Fee Type	Amount
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax	5% of purchase price or fair market value
Title Fee	$5.00
Registration Fee	Varies by vehicle type, weight, and age
License Plate Fee	Varies by plate type
Late Title Transfer	Class B misdemeanor penalty
Duplicate Title	$5.00
Watercraft Registration (under 16 ft / canoes)	$30.00 + $15.00 ANS fee
Watercraft Registration (16 ft to under 20 ft)	$45.00 + $15.00 ANS fee
Watercraft Registration (20 ft and over)	$60.00 + $15.00 ANS fee
Lien Filing Fee	Varies

NORTH DAKOTA-SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS

Notarization is Required for the Seller: North Dakota requires the Seller's signature on Form SFN 2888 (Seller's Certificate and Vehicle Bill of Sale) to be notarized. This is a strict requirement. Plan accordingly and have a Notary Public available when completing the sale. Many banks, UPS stores, and courthouse offices provide notary services.

Plates Stay with the Owner: In North Dakota, license plates remain with the vehicle owner, not the vehicle. Sellers must remove their plates before delivering the vehicle. Buyers must obtain new plates or transfer plates from another vehicle they own.

No Boat Titling: North Dakota is one of the states that does not title watercraft. Only registration is required through the Game and Fish Department. This means the bill of sale is the most important document for proving watercraft ownership. Buyers should always obtain a detailed, signed (and preferably notarized) bill of sale when purchasing a boat in North Dakota.

Hail Damage: North Dakota's climate makes hail damage a common occurrence. Buyers should carefully inspect vehicles for hail damage, and sellers should disclose any hail damage history. Vehicles with significant hail damage may receive a branded title.

Winter Considerations: North Dakota's extreme cold climate can affect vehicle condition. Buyers should inspect for cold-weather-related issues including battery condition, block heater functionality, rust from road salt, and overall winter wear. Block heaters are common and may be included in the sale.

Agricultural Vehicles: North Dakota has special provisions for agricultural vehicles and farm equipment. Certain agricultural vehicles may have different registration requirements or exemptions. Contact the NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division for agricultural vehicle-specific guidance.

Out-of-State Purchases: When purchasing a vehicle from another state and bringing it into North Dakota, the 5% excise tax still applies. Credit may be given for taxes paid in another state, but this is determined on a case-by-case basis. Contact the NDDOT for specific guidance on out-of-state purchases.

This North Dakota Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes. Users should verify current requirements with the NDDOT Motor Vehicle Division, county treasurer's offices, and the North Dakota Game and Fish Department, and consult with a licensed North Dakota attorney for legal advice.

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