Selling a boat question

[sandman7925]

I’m selling a boat to a resident of Mississippi. He’s saying that if I just sign the titles over to him that should be Good enough. I thought it all had to be legally notarized. Does it have to be or is it just a cover your ass kind of thing?

 

[buttanic]

Depends on the law in Mississippi as for what is required to register it there.

MDWFP - Boating Registration

www.mdwfp.com

 

[Big H]

I don't know the laws but if it were me, I'd have it notarized and get a copy---just to cover your rear bumper.

 

[topgunz1]

Louisiana has a hard on for notarizing everything, some states dont. If the buyer doesn't care, take his money that's on him.

 

[Big H]

If he doesn't follow thru for some reason the boat or whatever is still in your name and your still legally responsible --- that's my understanding anyway---

 

[themcfarland]

if he fails to register it, and commits some violation, its would be on you and the burden to prove it was not you. he is right that Ms and Al dont require as much as We do, but you should get it notarized.

 

[dantheman]

Call Bat Notary and ask them . 225-774-4553 I guarantee they'll be able to answer your questions . Located in Baker .

 

[Fordfella]

I've made that mistake before...get it stamped!! Driving an hour and a half to get a signature and a stamp is no fun!! Then when I got to the State Police to do an inspection as the trailer crossed state lines, it turns out 2 letters were transposed on the title.

 

[Dishonored]

Straight from the MDWFP website for registration.

MDWFP - FAQ

www.mdwfp.com

 

[drill sgt]

If it was me I would get the title for both the boat and trailer notorized and would personaly remove the liscense plates from the trailer before allowing the purchaser taking possession of said property..... If not done and something happens to the property then you could be in legal limbo trying to prove that you were not the legal owner and not responsible for any damages incured.... If they can not deal with these conditions I would tell the goodbye and send them down the road ............................ drill sgt.

 

[sandman7925]

Thanks everyone