When a vehicle’s owner is deceased, the vehicle should be transferred to remove the deceased owner’s name.  There are different requirements for removing a deceased owner's name from a title, depending on the legal ownership situation. Due to the multiple documents and signatures needed for these transfers it is recommended you visit a deputy registrar office to complete the transfer. 

DVS Office Locations

Minnesota Statute 524.2-403

Minnesota Statute 524.31201

Minnesota Statute 524.2-201

Transfer On Death Beneficiary MN Statute

Assignment of a Vehicle to a Surviving Spouse/Not Subject to Probate 

Duplicate Title, Registration, Cab or Lien Card Form 

Notification of Lien Grant, Release and Reassignment Form 

Application to Title and Register a Motor Vehicle Form