Wisconsin · Wisconsin Statutes — Vehicles (Ch. 340–349)
Wis. Stat. (Vehicles) § 342.16: Transfer to or from dealer
What this law says, in plain English
Dealers must not submit certificates of title in their own name for vehicles held for resale. Dealers must provide receipts, execute title assignments within 7 business days, and mail documents to the department. Dealers are liable for damages from failing to perfect security interests they knew about.
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