Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles · Nevada state form
VP-012 Application for Duplicate Nevada Certificate of Title
Use VP-012 to apply for a duplicate Nevada vehicle title when the original title is lost, stolen, or mutilated. The application must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized DMV representative.
- What this form is
- VP-012 is the Nevada DMV application for a duplicate certificate of title when the original title is lost, stolen, or mutilated. The legal owner on file with the DMV must complete it, and all owners may need to sign. Include the duplicate title fee with the application. The completed application must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized Nevada DMV representative.
- Who needs it
- The legal owner on file with the Nevada DMV needs this application when the original vehicle title is lost, stolen, or mutilated.
- Why it needs a notary
- The application must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized Nevada DMV representative. Online notarization is available with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Submit the completed application with the duplicate title fee. If paying by check, make it payable to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Questions
When can I apply for a duplicate Nevada title?
The form says you may apply 30 days after the last certificate of title was issued if the original Nevada title was lost, stolen, or mutilated.
Does VP-012 need to be notarized?
Yes. The application must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized Nevada DMV representative. It can be notarized online with a commissioned online notary.
Who completes the duplicate title application?
The legal owner of the vehicle on file with the Nevada DMV must complete the application. If the title lists owners joined by “and,” all owners must sign.