Louisiana Bill of Sale
Create a free Louisiana bill of sale for a vehicle, boat, trailer, firearm, or any item. In Louisiana a bill of sale (or a notarized title assignment stating the actual price) is required to title a used vehicle, and it MUST be notarized; the state DPS/OMV publishes an official "Bill of Sale of a Movable" form. Fill in the form, preview it live, and download a PDF.
Louisiana requirements
In Louisiana a bill of sale (or a notarized title assignment stating the actual price) is required to title a used vehicle, and it MUST be notarized; the state DPS/OMV publishes an official "Bill of Sale of a Movable" form.
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⚠ In Louisiana a bill of sale (or a notarized title assignment stating the actual price) is required to title a used vehicle, and it MUST be notarized; the state DPS/OMV publishes an official "Bill of Sale of a Movable" form.
Vehicle Bill of Sale (Louisiana)
1. Parties
This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in the vehicle described below.
2. Description of Vehicle
[Enter the vehicle details]
3. Purchase Price
For valuable consideration, the Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.
4. Delivery
The Seller delivers possession of the vehicle to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.
5. Federal Odometer Disclosure
Federal law (the Truth in Mileage Act, 49 CFR Part 580) generally requires the Seller to disclose the vehicle's mileage at the transfer of ownership, EXCEPT for vehicles 20 or more model years old, vehicles with a gross weight rating over 16,000 lbs, and non-self-propelled vehicles (such as trailers). If this disclosure is required for this vehicle, the Seller certifies that the odometer reads ____________ miles and, to the best of the Seller's knowledge, reflects the actual mileage — UNLESS one of the following is checked: ( ) the mileage stated is in excess of the odometer's mechanical limits; ( ) the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY).
Buyer acknowledges receipt of this odometer disclosure: Signature: ______________________ Printed name: ______________________ Date: ____________
6. Condition and Warranties
The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the vehicle and accepts it in its current condition.
The vehicle is sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. Except for the warranty of title below, the Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warranty of title: The Seller warrants that the Seller is the lawful owner of the item, that it is free of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Seller has the right to sell it.
7. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Louisiana.
Signatures
By signing below, the Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to this Bill of Sale.
Signature: _______________________________________
Seller — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Buyer — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of Louisiana, County of ________________
On this ______ day of ____________, 20____, before me personally appeared the above-named Seller, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person who executed this instrument, and acknowledged that they executed it.
_______________________________________
Notary Public My commission expires: __________
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This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Requirements vary by state and item — confirm your state's rules (notarization, DMV forms) before relying on it.
Louisiana Bill of Sale Requirements
Louisiana requires a bill of sale to title or register a vehicle. A Louisiana vehicle bill of sale must be notarized. Louisiana publishes an official form (Bill of Sale of a Movable (Louisiana DPS/OMV)).
- Louisiana is a mandatory-notary state: the seller's signature on the vehicle title assignment and/or the bill of sale/invoice must be executed before (and sealed by) a notary public. The OMV requires the current title to be 'assigned before a notary by seller to purchaser' or an original notarized bill of sale/invoice.
- A separate bill of sale is not required if the actual selling price (consideration) is stated on the notarized title assignment; otherwise an original notarized bill of sale or invoice describing the vehicle and price is required.
- An authorized agent of a federally insured financial institution may witness the assignment instead of a notary only when the seller is present AND a lien is being recorded at the time ownership is transferred.
- The OMV/DPS publishes an official 'Bill of Sale of a Movable' form (Louisiana parish/notarial-act format with an acknowledgment block); titling also uses the Vehicle Application (Form DPSMV 1799).
- Louisiana does not require registration or a bill of sale for private firearm transfers; boat sales are titled/registered through the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and also require a notarized bill of sale.
Federal law (49 CFR Part 580) requires the seller to disclose the vehicle's odometer reading at transfer for vehicles under 20 model years old; if the title's reverse does not contain the odometer statement, Louisiana requires a separate (supplemental) Odometer Disclosure Statement. Vehicles 20+ model years old and certain heavy vehicles are exempt. Like other Louisiana vehicle transfer documents, the disclosure is generally executed before a notary. Source: Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles — Used Title & Registration (expresslane.la.gov) · official form.
Louisiana Bill of Sale by Item
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a bill of sale need to be notarized in Louisiana?
Yes — Louisiana requires a vehicle bill of sale to be notarized. The generator includes a notary block automatically.
Do I need a bill of sale to register a car in Louisiana?
Yes, Louisiana requires a bill of sale to title or register a vehicle.
Is there an official Louisiana bill of sale form?
Yes — Bill of Sale of a Movable (Louisiana DPS/OMV). This generator produces a complete bill of sale you can use or attach.
Disclaimer
This Louisiana bill of sale generator provides a self-help document for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. RecordingLaw.com is not a law firm. Confirm your state's requirements before signing.
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