Titling - Limited Speed Vehicles

A limited speed vehicle is defined as a passenger or multi-purpose vehicle that has a speed capacity of more than 25 miles per hour but not greater than 55 miles per hour. A fluorescent green triangle with a red reflective border, at least 14 inches high, must be permanently affixed to the rear of the vehicle by the dealer. If purchased used, the emblem should already be affixed. A limited speed vehicle may only be driven on highways on which the speed capability of the vehicle exceeds the posted maximum speed limit for the highway by at least 5 miles per hour. There are four common scenarios for requesting a new title for your limited speed vehicle. Please click on the link that applies to your situation:

You purchased a new limited speed vehicle from a dealer
You purchased a used limited speed vehicle from a dealer
You purchased a used limited speed vehicle from a non-dealer (private sale)
You already own the limited speed vehicle and are moving it to Maryland

After approval, your title will be mailed to you regardless of whether you apply through the dealer, or directly to the MVA.

Be sure to also read the additional registration requirements for limited speed vehicles that are found in Registration - Special Use Vehicles.

Fees:

The fee for titling a vehicle typically includes a title fee, excise tax, and a security interest (lien) filing fee if required.
The fee for registration varies by the type of vehicle, its weight, and/or its intended use. See Fees for Registration Plates for more information.

Contact Information:

Motor Vehicle Administration
6601 Ritchie Highway, NE
Room 104
Glen Burnie, MD 21062

For telephone questions:
MVA Customer Service Center: 1-410-768-7000
TTY/Hearing Impaired: 1-301-729-4563

How do I title my new limited speed vehicle that I purchased from a dealer?

Maryland dealers will usually handle the titling and registration of your vehicle for you and will instruct you on the driving restrictions. The Maryland Certificate of Title will be printed and mailed to you later. If a lien is placed against your title, a Maryland Security Interest Filing (SIF) will be mailed to the lien holder at the same time.

If the dealer does not handle the titling and registration of your vehicle, perhaps because you purchased it from an out-of-state dealer, you will have to submit the application documents yourself. You can apply for a title in person at any of the MVA's full service branch offices. You can also mail the documents to the MVA's Mail In Title Unit in the Glen Burnie office, or go to an MVA licensed tag and title service where they will assist you in applying for a title. The tag and title service will charge a fee for this service.

Typically, the title application documents needed (along with payment for taxes and fees) include:

Certificate of origin - This is an ownership document produced by the vehicle's manufacturer.
Application for Certificate of Title - If you also want to register your vehicle be sure to include your insurance information. Your policy must conform to Maryland's minimum liability insurance requirements.
Bill of Sale
Limited Speed Vehicle Application - This application must be completed each time the vehicle is titled.

Under certain circumstances, additional information and/or forms may be required:

Odometer reading - If the vehicle has an odometer, you will need to report the odometer reading.
Lien information - If you borrowed money to buy the vehicle, you may need to record your lien information on the application. The MVA form entitled Security Interest Filing must be used if a second lien is placed against the title.
Power of attorney (VR-470)-– If someone other than you, the new owner, is signing the titling forms, this document is required. A copy of the registered owner(s) state issued identification must accompany the Power of Attorney and the person submitting must present their state issued identification.

How do I title my used limited speed vehicle that I purchased from a dealer?

Maryland dealers will usually handle the titling and registration of your vehicle for you. The Maryland Certificate of Title will be printed and mailed to you later. If a lien is placed against your title, a Maryland Security Interest Filing (SIF) will be mailed to the lien holder at the same time.

If the dealer does not handle the titling and registration of your vehicle, perhaps because you purchased it from an out-of-state dealer, you will have to submit the application documents yourself. You can apply for a title in person at any of the MVA's full service branch offices. You also can mail the documents to the MVA's Mail In Title Unit in the Glen Burnie office, or go to an MVA licensed tag and title service where they will assist you in applying for a title. The tag and title service will charge a fee for this service.

Typically, the title application documents needed (along with payment for taxes and fees) include:

Proof of ownership - This is the vehicle's current title that has been properly assigned to you (the owner). Note that if the title was issued in Maryland, it can be used as your application form for titling and registering the vehicle (i.e., you don't need to complete a separate application form).
Application form - If the vehicle's current title was issued in Maryland, complete the section on the back entitled Application for Title and Registration. If not, use the Application for Certificate of Title. Be sure to include your insurance information if you want to also register the vehicle. Your policy must conform to Maryland's minimum liability insurance requirements .
Bill of Sale
Limited Speed Vehicle Application. This application must be completed each time the vehicle is titled.

Under certain circumstances, additional information and/or forms may be required:

Odometer reading - If the vehicle has an odometer, you will need to report the odometer reading.
Lien information - If you borrowed money to buy the vehicle, you may need to record your lien information on the application. The MVA form entitled Security Interest Filing must be used if a second lien is placed against the title.
Lien Release - If the existing title indicates that a lien was placed against it, you must submit a lien release. For a vehicle that was titled in Maryland, this could be a properly completed and signed Maryland Security Interest Filing (SIF) or a signed letter from the lien holder specifically identifying the vehicle and stating that the lien has been released. If the vehicle is currently titled in another state, you may submit a signed letter of release from the lien holder or you may have the lien holder sign the title indicating that the lien has been released.
Power of attorney (VR-470)-– If someone other than you, the new owner, is signing the titling forms, this document is required. A copy of the registered owner(s) state issued identification must accompany the Power of Attorney and the person submitting must present their state issued identification.
Maryland Safety Inspection

How do I title my used limited speed vehicle that I purchased from someone other than a dealer?

You can apply for a title in person at any of the MVA's full service branch offices. You can also mail the documents to the MVA's Mail In Title Unit in the Glen Burnie office, or go to an MVA licensed tag and title service where they will assist you in applying for a title. The tag and title service will charge a fee for this service.

Typically, the title application documents needed (along with payment for taxes and fees) include:

Proof of ownership - This is the vehicle's current title that has been properly assigned to you (the owner). Note that if the title was issued in Maryland, it can be used as your application form for titling and registering the vehicle (i.e., you don't need to complete a separate application form).
Application form - If the vehicle's current title was issued in Maryland, complete the section on the back entitled Application for Title and Registration. If not, use the Application for Certificate of Title. Be sure to include your insurance information if you want to also register the vehicle. Your policy must conform to Maryland's minimum liability insurance requirements.
Proof of purchase price - This must be a bill of sale signed by both the buyer(s) and seller(s). The bill of sale must be notarized if the vehicle is less than 7 years old.
Limited Speed Vehicle Application - This application must be completed each time the vehicle is titled.

Under certain circumstances, additional information and/or forms may be required:

Odometer reading - If the vehicle has an odometer, you will need to report the odometer reading.
Lien information - If you borrowed money to buy the vehicle, you may need to record your lien information on the application. The MVA form entitled Security Interest Filing must be used if a second lien is placed against the title.
Lien release - If the existing title indicates that a lien was placed against it, you must submit a lien release. For a vehicle that was titled in Maryland, this could be a properly completed and signed Maryland Security Interest Filing (SIF) or a signed letter from the lien holder specifically identifying the vehicle and stating that the lien has been released. If the vehicle is currently titled in another state, you may submit a signed letter of release from the lien holder or you may have the lien holder sign the title indicating that the lien has been released.
Power of attorney (VR-470)-– If someone other than you, the new owner, is signing the titling forms, this document is required. A copy of the registered owner(s) state issued identification must accompany the Power of Attorney and the person submitting must present their state issued identification.
A 14-inch equilateral triangle emblem must be permanently affixed to the rear of the vehicle. The emblem must be florescent green with a red reflective border at least 1.75 inches wide.

How do I title a limited speed vehicle that I already own and am moving from another state to Maryland?

Typically, the title application documents needed (along with payment for taxes and fees) include:

Proof of ownership - This is the vehicle's existing title that identifies you as the owner. If a lien holder (e.g., finance, bank, etc.) has your title, the MVA Customer Service Center can assist you by providing a letter for you to send to the lien holder requesting that the title be sent to the MVA.
Application form - The Application for Certificate of Title can be used to apply for both the vehicle's title and registration. Be sure to include your insurance information. Your policy must conform to Maryland's minimum liability insurance requirements.
Limited Speed Vehicle Application - This application must be completed each time the vehicle is titled.

Under certain circumstances, additional information and/or forms may be required:

Odometer reading - If the vehicle has an odometer, you will need to report the odometer reading.
Proof of vehicle's value - If the vehicle's value cannot be identified by the MVA, you may need to submit a bill of sale. For leased vehicles, a lease agreement may also be acceptable.
Lease agreement and proof of monthly lease payments (leased vehicles only) - If you have paid or are paying excise tax to another state through your lease payments, the documents may be needed to determine the amount of excise tax credit you may receive.
Lien information - If you borrowed money to buy the vehicle, lien information may need to be recorded on the application. The MVA form entitled Security Interest Filing normal must be used if a second lien is placed against the title.
Lien release - If your title indicates that a lien exists, you must make arrangements with the lien holder to pay off the loan (lien) or the MVA will file the lien against your new title (i.e., transfer the lien).
Power of attorney (VR-470)-– If someone other than you, the new owner, is signing the titling forms, this document is required. A copy of the registered owner(s) state issued identification must accompany the Power of Attorney and the person submitting must present their state issued identification.
A 14-inch equilateral triangle emblem must be permanently affixed to the rear of the vehicle. The emblem must be florescent green with a red reflective border at least 1.75 inches wide.

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