Louisiana Bill of Sale Forms (5)
A Louisiana bill of sale form is utilized by a seller to describe how and when the transfer of an item occurred. The exchange can occur in three ways: 1) cash or check, 2) through trade, or 3) by gift. While not all transactions require a bill of sale form, the purchase of watercraft or a car requires it. This step is mandatory because the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) needs a bill of sale to register a boat or vehicle.
Summary
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Types (5)
Boat Bill of Sale – Completed to document the transaction of a vessel between a buyer and seller.
Download: PDF
Firearm Bill of Sale – Used to record the details of a gun sale.
General Bill of Sale – Filled out by a seller to give a buyer ownership of an item.
Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale – A fillable form that proves an owner sold their vehicle to a buyer. Download: PDF
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Trailer Bill of Sale – A document accompanying a title and/or registration to prove ownership when selling a utility trailer.
Signing Requirements
Bill of Sale Type | Buyer Signature | Seller Signature | Notarization |
Boat | Required | Required | Required |
Firearm | Required | Required | Not required |
General (others) | Not required | Required | Not required |
Motor Vehicle | Required | Required | Required |
Trailer | Required | Required | Required |
What is a Louisiana Bill of Sale?
A Louisiana bill of sale initiates the displacement of goods from one person to another. It tells authorities and third parties that the buyer has taken the title of “owner.”
The person can use the document to show someone they own the item, particularly when handling official transactions. For instance, an insurance company could require the individual to send a signed bill of sale form before providing them with a policy. In addition, the new owner can use the form to re-sell the item in the future if they ever wish to do so.
Registration Forms: Boats
Mail registration forms or submit them in person at a Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries (LDWF) Office.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Affidavit of Ownership – Used for non-motorized houseboats.
- Affidavit for Transfer of Decedent’s Boat – A form completed by a person after the death of a boat owner. It allows the person to obtain the vessel through a will or by order of a judge.
- Boat Inspection Affidavit – For homemade vessels.
- Court Order/Affidavit for Ownership – Completed by owners who purchased a used vessel and do not know the list of previous owners. In this case, they may have to register the boat through the Louisiana court system.
- Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin – Applies to boats purchased from a dealership.
Registration Forms: Firearms
Louisiana does not require gun registration or a permit to buy. Private sellers do not need to conduct background checks on buyers as long as the individual does not have a criminal or mental health history. Firearm holders can apply for a concealed carry license in person, by mail, or online.
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Registration Forms: Vehicles
Register a vehicle in Louisiana by locating an OMV Office.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Affidavit of Heirship (Form DPSMV 1696) – Completed by an individual to acquire a vehicle from another person after they have passed away.
- Louisiana Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney – Allows an appointed representative to make vehicle-related decisions for the owner.
- Request for Personalized License Plate (Form DPSMV 1619) – Owners can obtain a prestige license plate by filling out this document and following the state-provided instructions.
- Notice of Transfer of Vehicle (Form DPSMV 1697) – A form that notifies the OMV that the owner sold the car to a buyer. Must occur within fifteen (15) days of the sale.
- Inspection Certification – Only valid if inspected by an approved station.
Registration Forms: Trailers
Louisiana trailer registration and titling occur through the OMV.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Homemade Trailer Affidavit (Form DPSSP 4117) – Residents use this document to confirm they have built a homemade trailer and define its purpose (i.e., boat, utility, farming, etc.).
- Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO) – Owners of new trailers must present this form to the OMV.
OMV Offices: By County
COUNTY | PHONE NUMBER | OMV OFFICE ADDRESS |
Abbeville | (337) 893-1316 | 112 Rue Centre Abbeville, LA 70510 |
Alexandria | (318) 487-5933 | 5602 Coliseum Boulevard Alexandria, LA 71303 |
Amite | (985) 748-2081 | 112 E Mulberry Street Amite, LA 70422 |
Arcadia | (318) 263-8649 | 2428 Second Street, Suite A Arcadia, LA 71001 |
Bastrop | (318) 283-0875 | 510 N Washington Street Bastrop, LA 71220 |
Baton Rouge | (225) 925-6146 | 7701 Independence Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70806 |
Bogalusa | (985) 732-6628 | 62041 Benjamin Road Bogalusa, LA 70427 |
Bossier | (318) 741-7113 | 5050 Industrial Drive Ext Bossier, LA 71112 |
Breaux Bridge | (337) 332-1622 | 101 Berard Street, Suite D Breaux Bridge, LA 70517 |
Bunkie | (318) 346-7798 | 220 South West Main Street Bunkie, LA 71322 |
Buras | (504) 564-6667 | 117 Auditorium Drive Buras, LA 70041 |
Cameron | (337) 775-2238 | 148 Smith Circle, Suite 151 Cameron, LA 70631 |
Chalmette | (504) 278-6513 | 3870 E Judge Perez Drive Meraux, LA 70075 |
Clinton | (225) 683-5746 | 11086 Bank Street Clinton, LA 70722 |
Colfax | (318) 627-5739 | 306 8th Street Colfax, LA 71417 |
Columbia | (318) 649-7443 | 232 Riser Street Columbia, LA 71418 |
Coushatta | (318) 932-3250 | 1213 E Carrol Coushatta, LA 71019 |
Crowley | (337) 788-7505 | 1710 W Second Street Crowley, LA 70526 |
DeQuincy | (337) 786-4720 | 101 S Pine Street DeQuincy, LA 70633 |
DeRidder | (337) 463-8865 | 2366 Hwy 190 West DeRidder, LA 70634 |
Donaldsonville | (225) 474-2040 | 413 Williams Street Donaldsonville, LA 70346 |
Eunice | (337) 457-7638 | 2101 W Ash Street Eunice, LA 70535 |
Farmerville | (318) 368-3080 | 303 C East Water Street Farmerville, LA 71241 |
Franklinton | (985) 795-1015 | 309 11th Avenue Franklinton, LA 70438 |
Golden Meadow | (985) 475-6244 | 108 Jervis Drive Golden Meadow, LA 70357 |
Gonzales | (225) 647-9725 | 320 East Ascension Street Gonzales, LA 70737 |
Gramercy | (225) 869-8523 | 827 N Pine Street, Suite B Gramercy, LA 70052 |
Greensburg | (225) 222-4449 | 38 S Main Greensburg, LA 70441 |
Hahnville | (985) 783-9168 | 15012A River Road Hahnville, LA 70057 |
Harvey | (504) 361-6222 | 2150 Westbank Expressway, Suite 101 Harvey, LA 70058 |
Homer | (318) 927-3912 | 829 W Main Street Homer, LA 71040 |
Houma | (985) 857-3675 | 108 Capital Boulevard Houma, LA 70360 |
Jena | (318) 992-4791 | 1090 E Elwood Street Jena, LA 71342 |
Jennings | (337) 824-5750 | 210 S State Street Jennings, LA 70546 |
Jonesboro | (318) 259-7197 | 524 Pershing Highway Jonesboro, LA 71251 |
Jonesville | (3180) 339-6102 | 212 Fourth Street Jonesville, LA 71343 |
Kenner | (504) 463-5783 | 421 Williams Boulevard Kenner, LA 70062 |
Kinder | (337) 738-5669 | 333 8th Street Kinder, LA 70648 |
Lafayette | (337) 896-8121 | 3241 NW Evangeline Thurway, Suite A Lafayette, LA 70507 |
Lake Charles | (337) 491-2102 | 951 Main Street Lake Charles, LA 70615 |
Lake Providence | (318) 559-2917 | 409 2nd Street, Suite 3 Lake Providence, LA 71254 |
Leesville | (337) 238-6434 | 1315 N 5th Street Leesville, LA 71446 |
Livingston | (225) 686-1447 | 20355 Government Boulevard Livingston, LA 70754 |
Mandeville | (985) 624-4445 | 1715 N Causeway Boulevard Mandeville, LA 70471 |
Mansfield | (318) 872-3202 | 619 Franklin Street Mansfield, LA 71052 |
Many | (318) 256-4128 | 109 N Highland Many, LA 71449 |
Marksville | (318) 253-9773 | 311 N Monroe Marksville, LA 71351 |
Minden | (318) 371-3003 | 301 Morris Drive Minden, LA 71055 |
Monroe | (318) 362-3121 | 5171 Northeast Road Monroe, LA 71203 |
Morgan City | (985) 380-2443 | 1200 Victor II Boulevard Morgan City, LA 70380 |
Napoleonville | (985) 369-7745 | 105 Dr. Martin Luther King Napoleonville, LA 70390 |
Natchitoches | (318) 357-3166 | 113 South Drive, Suite 10 Natchitoches, LA 71457 |
New Iberia | (337) 373-0054 | 1613 E Main Street New Iberia, LA 70560 |
New Orleans | (504) 483-1870 | 100 Veterans Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70124 |
New Orleans – East | (504) 243-7501 | 7500 Bullard Avenue, Suite 104 New Orleans, LA 70128 |
New Roads | (225) 638-6789 | 242 Hospital Road, Unit A New Roads, LA 70760 |
Oak Grove | (318) 428-4963 | 706 E Main Street, Suite 1 Oak Grove, LA 71263 |
Oakdale | (318) 335-2578 | 229 S 10th Street Oakdale, LA 71463 |
Opelousas | (337) 948-0235 | 1638 Creswell Extension #3 Opelousas, LA 70570 |
Pineville | (318) 487-5949 | 831 Main Street Pineville, LA 71360 |
Plaquemine | (225) 687-5884 | 57815 Fort Street Plaquemine, LA 70764 |
Port Allen | (225) 925-6146 | 782 Louisiana Avenue Port Allen, LA 70767 |
Rayville | (318) 728-3048 | 6 Lynn Gayle Robertson Road Rayville, LA 71269 |
Reserve | (985) 479-5188 | 4034 W Airline Highway Reserve, LA 70084 |
Ruston | (318) 251-4148 | 104 W Arizona Ruston, LA 71270 |
Shreveport | (318) 688-6807 | 9310 Normandie Drive Shreveport, LA 71118 |
Slidell | (985) 646-6461 | 1514 Lindberg Drive, Suite 100 Slidell, LA 70458 |
St. Francisville | (225) 635-6880 | 5932 Commerce Street St. Francisville, LA 70775 |
St. Joseph | (318) 766-3239 | 203 Hancock Street Courthouse Annex St. Joseph, LA 71366 |
Sulphur | (337) 625-0304 | 940 Beglis Parkway Sulphur, LA 70663 |
Tallulah | (318) 574-4481 | 1703 Felicia Drive Tallulah, LA 71282 |
Thibodaux | (985) 447-0910 | 1424 Tiger Drive Thibodaux, LA 70301 |
Vidalia | (318) 336-7137 | 2009 Billy Deal Lane Vidalia, LA 71373 |
Ville Platte | (337) 363-3140 | 1004 W LaSalle Street Ville Platte, LA 70586 |
Vivian | (318) 375-4900 | 102-A E Georgia Vivian, LA 71082 |
West Monroe | (318) 362-3424 | 501 Natchitoches West Monroe, LA 71291 |
Westwego | (504) 349-8776 | 1100 4th Street Westwego, LA 70094 |
Winnfield | (318) 628-6059 | 100 W Main Street Courthouse Bldg. Rm 1 Winnfield, LA 71483 |
Winnsboro | (318) 435-2148 | 2601 Loop Road Winnsboro, LA 71295 |