How can I get title to a boat I have had for years.?

Question

I know the original owners name but have no way of finding him. I live in Texas

Answer 1

Go to DMV. You must apply for "A LOST TITLE" This will take some time. Police check  and more.

Answer 2

One Thing you may try is contact your Local police and verify the Vehicle has been UN disturbed for at least 3 years you can then apply for a Abandoned vehicle title, it is a lot of paper work but you can get the title, also used to be if the boat is over 30% restored you could get a home built Title.

you will need to ask at the Dept, of Motor Vehicle to see what can be done.

Answer 3

Call you local DMV.  Most DMV's have a way to provide a replacement title when you have lost the title.