Ohio Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (Form BMV 3771)
Last updated July 8th, 2025
An Ohio motor vehicle power of attorney (Form BMV 3771) enables a person to appoint a representative to handle vehicle titling assignments with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The form authorizes the appointee to appear on the owner’s behalf and apply for or transfer a vehicle title.
Signing Requirements – The Bureau of Motor Vehicles will not accept a power of attorney unless it contains the principal’s notarized signature.
POA for Ohio Vehicle Registration (Form BMV 5736) – Vehicle owners can use this power of attorney to permit someone else to register their vehicle in Ohio.
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