Auto Title Division

The Title Department processes titles for all motor vehicles and trailers operated on public roads or highways, as well as travel trailers, off-highway motorcycles, watercraft 14 feet or longer, outboard motors 10 hp or more, all watercraft with a permanently affixed mechanical means of propulsion of 10 hp or more, and aircraft, unless exempt.

Use the resources below to determine what documents you may need, access title forms, review current fees, and prepare for your visit to the Title Office.

Vehicle / Watercraft Title Search
Search Ohio vehicle and watercraft title information through the external state portal.
Forms and Information
Access frequently requested title forms, affidavits, powers of attorney, and other supporting documents.
Title Fees
Review current title fees and other charges collected by the Belmont County Title Division.
Court-Ordered Titles
Learn about the process for requesting a court-ordered title when standard proof of ownership is unavailable.

Under Ohio law, mini-trucks, USV, UTV are not motor vehicles and are titled for ownership purposes upon the owner’s request. A certificate of title is not required when only being used on provate property.

Under Ohio law:

  • APVs and off-highway motorcycles are motor vehicles and are titled.
  • Snowmobiles are not motor vehicles and are not titled.

Title records are not public. The Federal Driver Privacy Protection Act protects individual’s privacy regarding motor vehicles records, including auto title records.

Location

Belmont County Title Department
52180 National Road East, Suite A
St. Clairsville, OH 43950-9306

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM
Tuesday-Friday: 8:30 AM-4:15 PM

Contact the Title Department

Phone: 740-695-5406
Email: titles@belmontcountycoc.org

If you are in doubt or have any questions concerning title requirements, contact the Auto Title Department.

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) oversees driver and motor vehicle licensing and registration among other services.

Please Note: This information is for general use. It is not intended nor should it be considered "legal advice." Questions concerning the Titling Laws of Ohio should be referred to your legal advisor.