The electronic title is created and held by TxDMV in the state motor vehicle database. Title applications are submitted and processed through the local county tax office. Under ELT, when a lien has been satisfied, the lender must submit an electronic release of lien.
Visit the nearest TxDMV regional service center. Complete the Application for a Certified Copy of Title (Form VTR-34).
If your Texas title is lost or never received, a replacement title can be obtained in person or by mail through a Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Regional Service Center. A replacement is referred to as a Certified Copy of Title. Keep in mind, Texas cannot issue a replacement title for another state.
To remove a lien recorded on a paper title, you will need: the vehicle title. a release of lien letter and/or other notifications from the lienholder(s) currently named on the vehicle title. a completed Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U)
The dealer will submit the necessary documents to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within 30 days of the sale. Once the paperwork is processed, the DMV will issue a new title in your name and send it to you by mail.
Under ELT, when a lien has been satisfied, the lender must submit an electronic release of lien. The lienholder is then removed from the record, receives an electronic notification and a paper title is sent to the owner.
A Texas miscellaneous lien search should be conducted at the county clerk's office where the property is located. Inquirers can do this by looking through the physical records or checking the county clerk's office online database (if available in that jurisdiction). Requests can also be made via mail.
Bought a Vehicle Without a Title? Bonded Title Application (Form VTR-130-SOF) Any supporting evidence of ownership (Bill of Sale, Invoice, Cancelled Check, etc.) An original release(s) of lien or letter(s) of no interest if the vehicle has a lien of less than 10 years old. Acceptable photo ID.