Certificate of Title

The State of Utah Motor Vehicle Defective Title or Insufficient Evidence of Ownership Bond is required by the Utah Tax Commission when an individual seeks to obtain a certificate of title for a motor vehicle but lacks proper documentation or has defective title evidence. This bond serves as financial protection against potential fraudulent claims or disputes regarding vehicle ownership.

Vehicle owners who cannot provide clear title documentation, such as those with lost titles, incomplete paperwork, or questionable ownership history, must obtain this bond before the Tax Commission will issue a new certificate of title. The bond amount varies based on the vehicle's value and specific circumstances of the title deficiency.

This bond protects the State of Utah Tax Commission and any parties who may have legitimate claims to the vehicle. If it is later discovered that the bonded individual was not the rightful owner or if fraudulent activity is involved, affected parties can make claims against the bond for financial compensation. The bond remains active for seven years, providing long-term protection against potential ownership disputes that may arise after the title is issued.