Boat Registration and the Corona.

[The Original Spike]

I bought a used boat (14' Aluminium). I am trying to get it registered. I cant find a HIN on it but the old numbers are still on it. All of the Clerks Offices are closed (due to the Rona) and I cant get the forms to fill out, and want to get it registered. Due to this can I still use with a Bill Of Sale until the offices open back up?

 

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From the TWRA website:

BOAT REGISTRATION
Following the Governor's Executive Order, the TN Fish and Wildlife Commission has authorized Agency personnel to temporarily forgive those whose boats aren't registered because of county office closures and the need to pay taxes on new boats. As such, it is advised that you keep a photo copy of your bill of sale in your vessel until such time that clerks reopen and taxes may be paid. This will allow you to present proof of ownership to an officer should you be stopped.