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NY DMV form MV-349, titled Transfer of Vehicle Registered in Name of Deceased Person, is an affidavit used to transfer ownership of a motor vehicle valued at $25,000 or less when the owner has passed away. This specific form is designed for use by the next of kin only in instances where there is no surviving spouse, no surviving minor children, and no existing or planned estate proceedings, such as a will for probate or Letters Testamentary.
The form requires the applicant to provide details about the deceased, the vehicle (including VIN and plate number), and the recipient of the transfer. By signing, the deponent affirms they have obtained consent from other eligible heirs or agree to indemnify them. If the vehicle's value exceeds $25,000 or if there are multiple vehicles, this form cannot be used, and the transfer must instead be handled through the Surrogate Court via an executor or administrator.
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