The Expert Podcast

• Learn what a court-ordered title is and why it's used for vehicles without proper ownership documents.
• Understand the common scenario: you bought a vehicle (e.g., from Craigslist or Facebook) but didn’t get the title.
• Discover why the DMV or titling agency may reject your request if you don't have the right paperwork.
• Explanation of alternative terms in some states: Declaratory Judgment, Mandamus, etc.
• Step-by-step overview of the court process to declare you as the legal owner:
  • File a petition at your local county court.
  • The court issues a legal order declaring ownership.
  • Use this court order to request a title from the DMV.
• Learn about document structure required:
  • No pre-made forms in most counties—must be written from scratch.
  • Few counties like those in Ohio may have templates.
• Insight into court clerks’ limitations: they handle many case types and may not know about court-ordered titles specifically.
• Details included in a typical petition:
  • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
  • Purchase details
  • Steps already taken to secure a title
• Clarification that this is an administrative process, not a dramatic courtroom scene.
  • Most of the time, you won’t need to appear in court.
  • Documents can often be submitted by mail and processed internally.
  • In some cases, courts may even file directly with the DMV.
• Important reminder: Always mail your documents instead of submitting in person.
• For more help, visit the provided website for live one-on-one consultation with an expert.
• Explore other related videos for further tips on resolving vehicle title issues.