Notarized Affidavit for Correction – Massachusetts RMV

A Notarized Affidavit for Correction is a sworn statement used when a detail on a document needs to be corrected or updated. In Massachusetts, this form is most commonly associated with the Registry of Motor Vehicles, especially when there is an error related to a Certificate of Title, ownership information, VIN, name spelling, or other recorded vehicle details. The affidavit allows an individual to officially declare what information was incorrect and what the corrected information should be, and the notarization verifies that the signer personally appeared and swore to the accuracy of their statement.

The document shown above is the Massachusetts RMV version of the Notarized Affidavit for Correction. It includes space for vehicle information, a written explanation of what was incorrect, and a section designated specifically for notarization. A notary public verifies identity, witnesses the signature, and completes the notarial certificate. This does not validate the content of the affidavit itself, but it confirms that the signer appeared in person and made the declaration willingly.

This form is often used in situations where a title was printed incorrectly, an ownership change involved a clerical mistake, or when personal information such as name, address, or spelling does not match legal identification. It can also be used for issues involving odometer information, typographical errors, or administrative misprints. Rather than reissuing or disputing documents verbally, an affidavit creates a written and legally recognized record.

The notarization section of the affidavit serves a critical purpose. When an affidavit is notarized, it becomes an official sworn declaration, not a casual statement. Agencies rely on notarization because it helps prevent fraudulent corrections and ensures that the individual signing the document is the one requesting the change. Many offices, including the RMV, will not accept a correction unless it is notarized.

A Notarized Affidavit for Correction may be requested during vehicle sales, registration transfers, refinancing, insurance processing, or when updating records before submitting paperwork to the RMV. Notarization provides accountability, traceability, and proof that the information was submitted under penalty of perjury. Once notarized, the affidavit can be submitted with any required supporting documents directly to the agency handling the correction.

Mobile notaries are often used for situations like this because they provide flexibility. Instead of taking time off work or waiting in line for a desk appointment, a mobile notary can meet a signer at home, workplace, dealership, or public location. When a correction needs to be finalized quickly, mobile notarization helps eliminate delays and keeps transactions moving forward.

Anyone using a Notarized Affidavit for Correction should confirm which agency is requesting it, whether additional documents are required, and where it must be submitted. Each department may have different requirements, and notarization alone does not guarantee acceptance. The content of the affidavit belongs entirely to the signer and the authority receiving it.

If you need a notarized affidavit for correction in Massachusetts, especially for RMV-related title issues, a mobile notary can witness the affidavit, verify valid identification, and notarize the document in person.

Contact for Mobile Notary Services

Middlesex Notary Co.
Email: info@middlesexnotary.com
Phone: 781-226-8331

Mobile notarization available across Middlesex County and Greater Boston.

Educational & Legal Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. We are not attorneys, we do not provide legal interpretation, and we do not advise on what to write in an affidavit. For legal guidance or document requirements, consult an attorney or the agency requesting the form.