Does the affidavit replace the DMV form?

No. The agency processes its own form; the affidavit explains the loss and supports it.

What if there is still a loan on the car?

Lien rules apply: the lienholder may hold or request the title. Ask your lender.

Can I get it in Spanish?

Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation and Spanish instructions.

Ohio Lost Title Affidavit (2026)

To replace a lost vehicle title in Ohio, you file BMV Form 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title), marked "Duplicate", at a County Clerk of Courts title office. DoneDoc’s lost title affidavit is a supporting sworn statement (how the title was lost, ownership, liens) plus a guide to that form — it does not replace it.

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Ohio: key facts

Official form: BMV Form 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title), marked "Duplicate", at a County Clerk of Courts title office
Notary on the official form: Your signature on the official form must be notarized.
Fees and waiting periods: The duplicate is issued by a County Clerk of Courts title office (R.C. 4505.12).
Liens: If a lien is recorded, get a lien release from the lender first.
This affidavit: Supports the application; it never replaces the DMV form.
Notary or declaration?: The Supreme Court of Ohio has held that an unsworn declaration does not replace an affidavit. An Ohio affidavit must be signed before a notary.

Official source: Official form / agency page · Last reviewed: October 2026

Frequently asked questions

What form do I need for a duplicate title in Ohio?: BMV Form 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title), marked "Duplicate", at a County Clerk of Courts title office.
Does the affidavit replace the DMV form?: No. The agency processes its own form; the affidavit explains the loss and supports it.
What if there is still a loan on the car?: Lien rules apply: the lienholder may hold or request the title. Ask your lender.
Can I get it in Spanish?: Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation and Spanish instructions.

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