Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: car title transfer

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There is a process with the Department of Motor Vehicles to transfer a car to a family member if there is no estate. You should go to your local office and speak with them. They will be able to advise you of the procedure.

Alternatively, call the probate department of your local court. They may have the same form or a similar process to transfer the title to a family member without opening having to probate an estate.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.