Make a Louisiana Bill of Sale

What Are Some Common Bills of Sale Used in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, the most common bills of sale that are used are a general bill of sale, a bill of sale for a motor vehicle, a bill of sale for a boat, and a bill of sale for a gun.

How Do I Write a Louisiana Bill of Sale?

A simple Louisiana bill of sale includes certain information about both the buyer and the seller as well as the item being sold:

• Their legal names (printed)
• The bill of sale date
• Certain information about the item being sold
• The amount of money the item was sold for
• The signatures of the involved parties
• In some instances, the bill of sale may also need to be notarized

A Louisiana bill of sale can be written in plain English. There’s no need for you to use legal jargon or archaic terms. The important part is to make sure that the bill of sale includes the required elements. If you’re a party listed in a Louisiana bill of sale, make sure that you have more than one copy of the completed document.

Is a Louisiana Bill of Sale Required to Register a Motor Vehicle?

Maybe. It depends on the circumstances of the sale. If you're buying a vehicle from a private individual, you won't need a Louisiana bill of sale to register the vehicle if the title is notarized, lists the mileage, and lists the purchase price. Although a Louisiana bill of sale isn't always required, it's an important document because it proves that the vehicle was sold.

The registration process is completed through the Office of Motor Vehicles. You'll need to complete Vehicle Application Form DPSMV1799, bring your photo ID, have proof of insurance (unless you purchased the vehicle from a dealership), bring a valid inspection certificate, have the title signed over to you by the previous owner, a copy of the vehicle's current registration, a UCC-1 Financing Statement if the vehicle is being financed, an odometer reading in miles if the vehicle is under ten years old, and be ready to pay the required taxes and fees.

Is a Louisiana Bill of Sale Form Required to Register a Boat?

Yes. If the boat is purchased from a private individual or an out of state dealer, you will need a notarized bill of sale to register your boat in Louisiana. Boat registration is completed through the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. You can apply in person or mail in your documents.

For boats purchased new from a Louisiana dealer, you'll need an original Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO), a copy of the dealer's invoice, and proof that local taxes were paid or a completed original Tax Payment Certification Form R-1331.

For boats purchased from private persons, you'll need the title, registration, and a notarized bill of sale for a boat. The State of Louisiana provides a bill of sale for boats and motors.

For boats purchased from a dealer not located in Louisiana, what you'll need depends on whether it was previously registered. For previously registered or titled boats, you'll need an invoice from the dealer or a notarized bill of sale, the title or registration, and proof of ownership from the titled owner to the dealer. For first time registrants, you will need to provide a completed original Tax Payment Certification Form R-13331.

You must be prepared to pay the fees associated with registration.

Is a Bill of Sale Required to Register a Gun in Louisiana?

No. Guns are not registered in Louisiana. A Louisiana bill of sale for a gun is an important personal record that should still be used despite the fact that it isn't required for registration purposes.