Author(s):
R.N. Reinhardt
Publication Date
October 1997
Abstract
Specific improvements in the methods used by TxDOT, such as the Registration and Title System, have sped up issuance of titles in Texas by transferring the information electronically from workstations in county tax offices to TxDOT computers in Austin. However, the end result is the issuance of a title that must be printed on document paper and distributed to lienholders via mail. After liens are cleared, many owners do not receive their titles from the lienholder in a timely manner or misplace the title before it is presented to the tax office for issuance of a clear title. This often results in additional paperwork being filed and processed to verify status and/or create a duplicate. Electronic transfer of the title information to and from lienholders would simplify operations and reduce processing time while saving money.|This research identified the current users of electronic lien and titling systems throughout the United States and evaluated the applicability of the method used for inclusion in a Texas Electronic Lien and Titling (ELT) system. Organizations involved in providing support for the development of ELT systems, as well as the support of the potential users were investigated and summarized. Recommendations regarding an initial implementation and a longer range solution are included.
Report Number:
7-3913-S
Keywords:
Electronic Liens, Paperless Titles
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