[OH] Can I use a vehicle power of attorney to let my brother transfer my car title to a buyer without me present?

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In Ohio, a properly executed motor vehicle power of attorney will allow your brother to sign the title and transfer ownership on your behalf. (OH Rev Code § 4505.071 (A)(1))

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) requires BMV Form 3771 (Power of Attorney for Ohio Vehicle Registration) or another acceptable POA form.

Key points:

The POA must be signed by you, the current owner
It typically must be notarized
Your brother can present the POA + vehicle title to the BMV
The BMV will accept his signature as if it were yours
You do not need to be physically present if the POA is properly executed

If the document you completed is the correct Ohio BMV form and is notarized, then yes—your brother can complete the transfer without you being there.

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Will this be able to have my brother sign off the vehicle title to his friend on my behalf to make her the owner without me being present at all?

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand that you're looking to transfer ownership of a vehicle title without being present. Can you tell me if your brother is willing to sign the title over to his friend?

Yes.

Lexi, Chatbot

Have you already discussed this arrangement with your brother and his friend, and do they both agree to it?

I am the owner and I am unable to go to the BMV with them to sign it over. They want it done as soon as possible.

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your vehicle title transfer.

I don't know.

Richard

Hello. My name is Richard, and I have been a licensed attorney for over 25 years. I hope to be of assistance. Please note this website is for informational purposes only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship.

To clarify, have you already prepared a power of attorney document to facilitate the vehicle title transfer without your presence?

I filled out a power of attorney document through this website.

Richard

What state are you in?

Ohio.

Richard

In Ohio, a properly executed motor vehicle power of attorney will allow your brother to sign the title and transfer ownership on your behalf. (OH Rev Code § 4505.071 (A)(1))

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) requires BMV Form 3771 (Power of Attorney for Ohio Vehicle Registration) or another acceptable POA form.

Key points:

The POA must be signed by you, the current owner
It typically must be notarized
Your brother can present the POA + vehicle title to the BMV
The BMV will accept his signature as if it were yours
You do not need to be physically present if the POA is properly executed

If the document you completed is the correct Ohio BMV form and is notarized, then yes—your brother can complete the transfer without you being there.

Richard

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