HRS §290-25
What happens when a vehicle is sold under this law
When a vehicle is sold under this part, the title and interest pass automatically by law. If the ownership or registration certificate is missing, a bill of sale from an authorized seller is enough proof to allow the transfer.
buyers
The statute, as written — Effect of transfer of title
The transfer of title and interest by sale under this part is a transfer by operation of law; provided that if the certificate of ownership or registration is unavailable, a bill of sale executed by an authorized seller is satisfactory evidence authorizing the transfer of the title or interest.
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