Hammond, Indiana
How to Fill Out a Hammond UTV Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a utv bill of sale in Hammond, Indiana. Includes the exact Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.00%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Hammond UTV Bill of Sale
- 1
Enter seller and buyer information
Write full legal names and current addresses exactly as they appear on government-issued IDs. Both buyer and seller must use their full legal names — no nicknames or abbreviations. Errors here cause delays at the Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch.
- 2
Record UTV details and VIN
Enter the year, make, model, body style, color, and the 17-character VIN exactly as printed on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or door jamb sticker. The VIN must match the vehicle title exactly. Also enter the current odometer reading — federal law mandates accurate odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 model years old.
- 3
Record sale price, date, and payment method
Write the agreed sale price in both numeral form ($12,500.00) and written form (twelve thousand five hundred dollars). Enter the exact date of the sale — this date triggers the Indiana title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.
- 4
Both parties sign and date
Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
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Submit to the Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 6929 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (888) 692-6841. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $15.00 and sales tax at 7.00%.
Hammond Title & Registration Office
Office
Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch
Address
6929 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324
Phone
(888) 692-6841
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
Special requirements in Lake County:
- Complete State Form 44237 at the BMV
- Title transfer within 45 days
- 7% sales tax collected at BMV
- Seller must sign title assignment and disclose odometer reading
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Signing before the notary if notarization is required — the notary must witness the signature
- ✗VIN errors — even one wrong character causes the IN DMV to reject the title transfer
- ✗Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
- ✗Skipping odometer disclosure — federal law requires it for vehicles under 10 years old
- ✗Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
- ✗Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original
FAQ — UTV Bill of Sale in Hammond
- Where do I file a utv bill of sale in Hammond?
- File at the Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch, located at 6929 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (888) 692-6841.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Hammond?
- The title transfer fee in Lake County is $15.00. Combined sales tax rate: 7.00%. Indiana flat statewide rate 7%
- Does Hammond, Indiana require notarization for a utv bill of sale?
- No. Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.