Section 14 050 033 - TITLES; DEATH OF A REGISTRANT The following documents will be required under T23, VSA, § 2023 to clarify the procedures when a person dies.
1. Intestate - No probate. A death certificate will be required as well as a letter from an officer of the court in Vermont. If the officer of the court is from out-of-state, proof will be required that the officer is a member of the bar, or is a court official.2. Intestate - Probate. A letter from the probate judge naming the administrator of the estate will be required.3. Will. Letter from probate and proof of appointment of executor identity.4. Vehicle held jointly by husband and wife. A death certificate will be required as well as a statement that the individuals named on the title were husband and wife unless such appears on the death certificate.5. The Commissioner or his designee may accept other documentation.14-033 Code Vt. R. 14-050-033-X
Effective Date: January 7, 1982 (SOS Rule Log #81-102)Statutory Authority: 23 V.S.A. § 2023