Form VTR-34 and Form VTR-262 serve different functions within the Texas vehicle title system and are not interchangeable. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles evaluates certified copy requests and ownership transfers under separate legal paths. Understanding the boundary between record confirmation and authority to transfer ownership is essential to determining which form the system permits in a given situation.
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles denies requests for a certified copy of title when system conditions indicate that Form VTR-34 cannot be used to access the title record. Denial does not imply that the title record is invalid, but rather that the request falls outside the legally permitted scope of the certified copy process.
When the recorded owner of a vehicle has died, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles evaluates requests for a certified copy of title under additional constraints. The existence of a title record alone is not sufficient for issuance when the owner is deceased. The DMV must determine whether the requester has legally recognized authority in relation to the estate.
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles issues a certified copy of a vehicle title only to parties the system recognizes as having legal standing with respect to the existing title record. Possession of the vehicle or a personal interest in obtaining the document does not, by itself, establish eligibility. Form VTR-34 is evaluated based on the requester’s relationship to the title record as maintained by the DMV.
Form VR-451 - Affidavit Manufactured Home Converted to Real Property serves as an affidavit for manufactured homes that have been converted to real property.
This form is used in cases where a manufactured home has undergone a process to convert it to real property. The purpose is to provide a legal document that acknowledges this conversion, which is important for property and title purposes. An example scenario is when a homeowner converts their manufactured home into real property to secure a mortgage.
Form VR-452 - Affidavit Manufactured Home Severed From Real Property is an affidavit used for manufactured homes that have been severed from real property.
This form is used when a manufactured home, previously considered part of real property, has been separated from the property. It is essential for legal and property documentation purposes. An example scenario is when a homeowner decides to move their manufactured home off real property or to a different location.
Form VR-453 - Affidavit of Ownership for Transfer of a Vehicle to an Automotive Dismantler and Recycler or Scrap Processor is used when transferring a vehicle to an automotive dismantler, recycler, or scrap processor.
Form VR-454 - Affidavit of Lawful Possession for Transfer of a Vehicle to an Automotive Dismantler and Recycler or Scrap Processor is used for transferring a vehicle to an automotive dismantler, recycler, or scrap processor but addresses lawful possession.
Form VR-460 - Disclosure of Former Vehicle Use serves as a declaration of the former use of a vehicle.
This form is used to disclose the former use of a vehicle when there's a change in the vehicle's status, such as transitioning from private use to a taxi, police car, or other specific uses. The purpose is to provide transparency about the vehicle's history, which may impact resale or future usage. An example scenario is when a person wants to sell a vehicle that was previously used as a taxi.
Form VR-466 - Application for Lien Code Assignment and/or Enrollment/Change in Electronic Lien System is used to request a lien code assignment or make changes in the Electronic Lien System (ELS).
This form is essential for individuals or entities who wish to establish lien codes or update their information in the Electronic Lien System. The purpose is to ensure proper record-keeping of liens on vehicles and streamline the lien process. An example scenario is when a financial institution wants to register or update lien codes for vehicles it has a financial interest in.
