Form BMV 3773. Clerk of Courts Surviving Spouse Affidavit

Form BMV 3773 is the Clerk of Courts Surviving Spouse Affidavit used by the Ohio BMV. The main purpose of this form is to provide an affidavit by the surviving spouse of a deceased person who was the sole owner of a motor vehicle.

The form typically consists of sections where the surviving spouse provides their information, including their name, address, and relationship to the deceased. There is also a section where the surviving spouse certifies that they are the lawful surviving spouse and the sole owner of the motor vehicle.

The key field in this form is the surviving spouse's certification of their lawful status and sole ownership of the motor vehicle. This is crucial to establish their right to transfer the vehicle's ownership.

When filling out the form, the surviving spouse should ensure that all their information is accurately stated, and they provide the necessary certification to confirm their legal status as the surviving spouse and the sole owner of the motor vehicle.

An example scenario for using Form BMV 3773 would be when a person passes away, and their surviving spouse is the sole owner of the motor vehicle. The surviving spouse would complete this form, providing their information and certifying their lawful status as the surviving spouse and the sole owner of the vehicle, and submit it to the BMV to initiate the transfer of ownership.

No additional documents are generally required to complete this form. However, the BMV may request additional documentation or verification if there are any concerns about the surviving spouse's legal status and ownership of the motor vehicle.

Related forms or alternatives may include similar surviving spouse affidavits used by other state agencies or institutions for facilitating the transfer of ownership of assets, including motor vehicles, to surviving spouses after the death of the primary owner. The specific requirements and procedures may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the nature of the asset being transferred.