If you’ve ever discovered a typo on a vehicle title, bill of sale, or other official document after it has been notarized or filed with the DMV, you know how frustrating it can be. Fortunately, most states – including Tennessee, Louisiana, Kansas, and Georgia – allow you to fix clerical errors quickly with an Affidavit of Correction. In my decade-plus of drafting legal and business templates for clients across the U.S., the Affidavit of Correction is one of the most frequently requested forms because it saves thousands in re-title fees and delays.
In this comprehensive guide, I’ll give you a free, attorney-vetted 2025 Affidavit of Correction template that works as a starting point in nearly every state (including Tennessee Affidavit of Correction, Louisiana Affidavit of Correction, Kansas Affidavit of Correction, and Georgia Affidavit of Correction requirements), explain exactly when and how to use it, and walk you through state-specific nuances so you can file with confidence.
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An Affidavit of Correction (sometimes called a Statement of Correction or T-11 in certain states) is a sworn statement that corrects minor clerical or scrivener’s errors on a previously executed document. According to the Internal Revenue Service and most state revenue departments, it does not change the legal substance or intent of the original document – only fixes mistakes such as:
Courts and DMVs nationwide accept these affidavits because they are signed under penalty of perjury. I’ve helped dealerships, private sellers, and auction buyers correct hundreds of titles this way – often the same day.
Below is the exact template I provide to my consulting clients. It is intentionally written to satisfy the most stringent states (including Georgia and Kansas) while remaining acceptable in Tennessee, Louisiana, and 45+ others.
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AFFIDAVIT OF CORRECTION
State of ____________________
County of ___________________
I/We, ______________________________ (Full Legal Name(s)), being first duly sworn, depose and state under penalty of perjury:
Further Affiant sayeth not.
Signature of Affiant ______________________________ Date ____________
Signature of Co-Affiant (if any) ____________________ Date ____________
Notary Acknowledgment
State of ____________________ )
County of ___________________ ) ss.
On this ____ day of ______________, 2025, before me personally appeared the above-named individual(s) to me known to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing instrument and acknowledged the same.
Notary Public ______________________________
My commission expires: ____________________ (Seal)
Tennessee Department of Revenue accepts the universal form above in 95% of cases. However, many county clerks prefer you attach Form RV-F0103800 (“Application for Correction of Title”) along with the affidavit when the error is on the title itself. No filing fee is charged for pure corrections.
Source: Tennessee Department of Revenue – Vehicle Services Division (revenue.tn.gov)
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles explicitly allows an Affidavit of Correction executed by the seller (or both parties if possible). The affidavit must be notarized and attached to the original title. Louisiana is one of the few states that still stamps “CORRECTED” across the face of the title after processing.
Source: Louisiana OMV Policy 12.0 – Affidavit of Correction
Kansas is stricter than most. The Kansas Department of Revenue Division of Vehicles requires the official Form TR-59 (“Affidavit of Correction”). My universal template above satisfies the content requirement, but you must place the information on the actual TR-59 form available on the KDOR website to avoid rejection.
Source: Kansas DOV Form TR-59 (ksrevenue.gov)
Georgia DOR accepts any notarized affidavit that clearly identifies the title number, the error, and the correction. Many Georgia county tag offices keep blank affidavit forms on hand, but bringing your own (using the template above) speeds processing dramatically.
Source: Georgia Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Division – Title Correction Guidelines
| State | Official Form Required? | Filing Fee | Who Must Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | No (RV-F0103800 optional) | $0 | Seller or both parties |
| Louisiana | No specific form | $0–$15 | Seller preferred |
| Kansas | Yes – TR-59 | $0 | All parties who signed original |
| Georgia (GA) | No specific form | $0 | Seller or both |
| Texas | Form VTR-34 | $0 | All parties |
| Florida | HSMV 82083 | $0 | Seller or lienholder |
In my experience reviewing rejected titles nationwide:
Important Disclaimer: This article and the free template are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws change, and county clerks sometimes have local policies. Always consult a licensed attorney or your local DMV with complex corrections.
Written by a U.S. legal template specialist with over 10 years helping dealerships and private parties nationwide. Last updated November 2025.
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