Title changes occur after the dissolution has been processed and the decree is entered.
There are several “title” changes that you may need to process:
Change of Name
If you have been granted a name change, once you receive a certified copy of your decree, you should be able to change your name on legal documents and governmental agencies including driver’s license, social security, military, passports, and schools. Start with the social security administration form SS-5. Then you can contact the DMV and provide the certified decree to change and update your driver’s license.
If you are restoring a prior name, you can process that through the following link. If you file for a name restoration within 60 days after the decree has been signed there is no filing fee. If you file with the court after 60 days, then there is a filing fee of $105.00 payable to the court when you file for your name restoration.
https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/self-help/name-change-restoration-after-divorce
Vehicles
To transfer a vehicle title after a divorce in Colorado, you’ll need to provide the Colorado DMV with a copy of the divorce decree, the original title signed by both former spouses, and proof of insurance. The decree should explicitly state which party is entitled to the vehicle. If a loan is involved, lienholder information and consent from the lienholder may also be required. The state Department of Revenue makes available online a simple Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale, Statement of Transfer, and Power of Attorney for Motor Vehicle Only. If you have outstanding liens on the vehicles, you will likely need to confer with the lender as to the requirements to change title. If you cannot change title, you at a minimum will want to complete the Power of Attorney for Motor Vehicle so that you can register the vehicle on your own.
If you have changed your name, bring proper identification confirming your previous name as DMV offices are extremely specific regarding acceptable ID. Visit your DMV’s website for a list of acceptable forms of proof. Do not guess. Bring documentation of your name change. In most cases, depending on the circumstances behind your new identity, these vital records will be a marriage certificate, divorce document, or court papers issued in the U.S. proving your name change. They must be certified. Bring existing vehicle title or car registration. Have proper payment to cover any duplicate title or registration fees.
If your ex-spouse refuses to sign the title, you may need to enforce the divorce decree through the court. In some cases, the court clerk may be able to sign on behalf of the non-cooperative ex-spouse.
It’s advisable to consult with a legal professional if you have any questions or concerns about the transfer process.
