Wyoming, Texas, and Mississippi are the only states that require a person signing a lien waiver to have it notarized. The notarization requirement does not apply in Washington and Oregon, the two states we primarily serve at Northwest Lien.
If the lien is released by the lienholder on Form MV-38O(opens in a new tab), or with a notarized lien release statement on lienholder's letterhead, PennDOT's counter service area will accept a properly completed application and issue a duplicate title to the vehicle owner (with proper owner ID) with no lien.
The MV-4ST form serves to apply for a Certificate of Title in Pennsylvania, crucial for vehicle registration and ownership verification. This document is necessary for individuals and businesses alike, helping to establish legitimate ownership of vehicles.
If the lien is released by the lienholder on Form MV-38O(opens in a new tab), or with a notarized lien release statement on lienholder's letterhead, PennDOT's counter service area will accept a properly completed application and issue a duplicate title to the vehicle owner (with proper owner ID) with no lien.
Buying a New Vehicle For more information about this program, visit the Pennsylvania Clean Vehicles Program(opens in a new tab) page. MCO and MSO documents are used in conjunction with Form MV-1, “Application for Certificate of Title.” This form is only available from authorized agents of PennDOT.
How long does it take to get your car title from the bank? Generally, it takes two to six weeks, but it will depend on your state's processes.
Only a court order can substitute for a lien release if the company will not offer one. Typically, you'll need to sue the lender but also the DMV. As the court order must include the DMV as a party so that they can enforce it. You will find it in your local courthouse and include your state's DMV.
If you don't have a title in hand you'll have to process the lien release before you can sell it.