The Certificate of Title Act, Transportation Code, Chapter 501, charges the department with the responsibility of issuing certificates of title for motor vehicles, unless they are otherwise exempted by law. For the department to efficiently and effectively issue motor vehicle certificates of title, maintain records, and collect the applicable fees, and to ensure proper application by motor vehicle owners, this subchapter prescribes the policies and procedures for the application for and issuance of motor vehicle certificates of title.

Source Note:The provisions of this §217.1 adopted to be effective March 4, 2010, 35 TexReg 1761.