Bill > SB0137

This bill updates the Michigan Vehicle Code to modify provisions related to vehicle title transfers, primarily by adding an exception for electronically issued titles and making minor language adjustments. The bill clarifies that registration plates can be transferred to specific family members or preserved for use on another vehicle, and introduces new guidelines for transferring vehicle ownership. Key changes include specifying that individuals with suspended or revoked licenses cannot purchase vehicles during their suspension period, and outlining requirements for documenting vehicle sales. The bill also updates language around title transfers, such as changing "shall" to "must" in several instances and adding an exception for electronically issued titles. For vehicle owners selling a vehicle, the bill maintains existing requirements to either accompany the purchaser to a Secretary of State office or maintain a detailed record of the sale for at least 18 months. Penalties for non-compliance remain similar to the previous version, including potential civil fines and liability for abandoned vehicle fees. The modifications appear designed to modernize vehicle title transfer processes and close potential loopholes in ownership documentation.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0137