Hemet, CA asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Probate for California

Q: My mom passed away and had no will or power of attorney i have her car but dont know how to put it in my name

Its just sitting stacking up fees

1 Lawyer Answer
Richard Samuel Price
Richard Samuel Price
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Redlands, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: If the vehicle was the only asset of your mother and you are the only heir to her estate, then you can transfer the vehicle to yourself with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Go to the DMV with her certified death certificate and the car registration and title. They will give you the forms to fill out.

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