Michigan — Statute

257.217 – Application for registration and certificate of title; out-of-state vehicle; form; fee; signature of owner; contents; leased pickup truck or vehicle; duties of dealer and person selling or leasing certain vehicles; off lease or buy back vehicle; temporary registration; service fee; imprint on back side of check or bank draft; liability for damages; perfection of security interest | Michigan Law

Learn Michigan law on vehicle registration, titles, out-of-state vehicles, and special titles. Requirements include owner info, signatures, and fees.

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257.217 – Application for registration and certificate of title; out-of-state vehicle; form; fee; signature of owner; contents; leased pickup truck or vehicle; duties of dealer and person selling or leasing certain vehicles; off lease or buy back vehicle; temporary registration; service fee; imprint on back side of check or bank draft; liability for damages; perfection of security interest

Michigan Vehicle Code § 257.217

Summary

This law requires vehicle owners in Michigan to apply for registration and a certificate of title through the Secretary of State, including out-of-state vehicles with special titles. The application must include owner details, signatures, and fees. It also covers procedures for vehicles with rebuilt, salvage, or flood titles from other states.

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In simple terms: Learn Michigan law on vehicle registration, titles, out-of-state vehicles, and special titles. Requirements include owner info, signatures, and fees.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.