Q: How can I get the title for a truck that been at my house for a year and I did work on it and I'm in Mississippi.
What paper work I need and I done work on the truck so I need to get the title for it and the person will not answer the phone are give a call back
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
- (916) 704-3009
- View Profile
- Answered
A:
In Mississippi, you can potentially claim ownership of an abandoned vehicle through the mechanic's lien process, which is specifically designed for situations where you've performed repairs but haven't been paid.
First, you'll need to complete Form 78-905 (Notice of Sale of Motor Vehicle) from the Mississippi Department of Revenue. You must also send certified letters to the last known owner and any lienholders, detailing the work performed, associated costs, and your intent to claim the vehicle. Keep all documentation, including proof that you attempted to contact the owner multiple times.
If the owner doesn't respond within 30 days after sending the certified letters, you can proceed with filing for title through the local tax collector's office. You'll need to provide proof of your repair work, documentation of attempted contact with the owner, and pay required fees. Keep in mind this process can take several months, and you might want to consult with your local DMV office or legal professional to ensure you're following all current requirements, as laws can change.
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
