Official RI DMV Standard • Form TR-1

Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale

Rhode Island Bill of Sale pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-4-1.

How to Transfer a Car Title in Rhode Island

  1. Sign Title: The seller must release ownership on the Certificate of Title.
  2. Execute Bill of Sale: Complete this Form TR-1 compliant Bill of Sale with Federal Odometer Certification.
  3. Submit to DMV: The buyer presents this form to Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles to pay state vehicle sales tax and complete registration.

Statutory Notice (RI)

Standard Rhode Island DMV bill of sale provisions apply.

Notary Requirement: Not required.