Arkansas atv — quick answer
In Arkansas, a ATV bill of sale is recommended and notarization of the title transfer is not required. The state form used for titled vehicles is 10-313. Titling and registration are handled by the Arkansas DFA.
Is a ATV bill of sale required in Arkansas?
Recommended. The DFA provides a bill of sale form; it supports the title assignment and sales-tax assessment.
Seller assigns the title; the buyer registers and pays use tax at a state revenue office.
Does a Arkansas ATV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Not required. No general notarization requirement for a standard private title transfer.
What to include on a Arkansas ATV bill of sale
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and type
- VIN or frame serial number
- Engine size and hours/mileage
- Price, date, and signatures
How to transfer a ATV in Arkansas
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Record the buyer, seller, price, and date. Both parties sign and date.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller assigns the title; the buyer registers and pays use tax at a state revenue office.
- 3Register with the Arkansas DFA.
The buyer titles and registers the ATV, bringing Bill of Sale (and Form 10-313 Odometer/Title Assignment). Confirm current fees on the official page.
Official sources
Requirements change and can vary by county. Confirm with the Arkansas DFA before you sign. Not legal advice.
Arkansas ATV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a ATV bill of sale required in Arkansas?
A bill of sale is recommended in Arkansas. The DFA provides a bill of sale form; it supports the title assignment and sales-tax assessment.
Does a Arkansas ATV bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. No general notarization requirement for a standard private title transfer.
Do ATVs have a VIN?
Most modern ATVs and UTVs have a 17-character VIN; older or imported machines may use a frame serial number. Record whichever is stamped on the vehicle.
Do I need to register an ATV?
Most states require off-highway vehicles to be registered or stickered for use on trails or public land. The rules vary — check your state page.
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.