To transfer a car title in Ohio, follow these steps: For the Seller:

• Complete the "assignment of ownership" section on the back of the title, including the sale price, date of sale, buyer’s name and address, vehicle mileage, and any lien information.
• Sign the title in front of a notary public to have the signature notarized.
• Remove the license plates from the vehicle.
• Provide the buyer with the signed and notarized title

For the Buyer:

• Verify that the seller has properly completed and notarized the title assignment.
• Complete the application for a new title (available from the Ohio BMV website or Clerk of Courts Title office) and have it notarized.
• Visit a County Clerk of Courts Title office within 30 days of the sale to apply for a new title in your name. Bring the notarized title, completed application, personal ID, and payment for title transfer fees and sales tax.
• If the vehicle was purchased out-of-state, a VIN inspection may be required.
• Pay the applicable fees: typically $15 for the title, plus any additional fees for liens, out-of-state inspections, and a $5 late fee if the transfer is done after 30 days

Additional Notes:

• If the title is electronic, the transfer can be done online through the Ohio Title Portal under certain conditions (private sale, Ohio resident buyer, no liens, etc.)

• Power of attorney and minor consent forms may be required in special cases

This process ensures the legal transfer of ownership and removes the seller’s liability while giving the buyer official proof of ownership