Realistically what are the chances of getting pulled over for just hauling a 4 wheeler? 4 wheelers are sold all the time without a title. I agree it is definitely safer to have one, but at the same time if you are using it only on private property I'd say the risk is relatively low in having an issue. I could be wrong but just my opinion. Another question, is it even legal to be pulled over just because you have a 4 wheeler on a trailer? That sounds like a really big stretch of probably cause.

That's for sure. It equates to being pulled over and asked to show the title for your car or truck.

The Texas DMV has never required titles for off road vehicles. I have titles for my two ATV's ONLY because it was required back in the day to get a Public Use Permit to ride ATV's in the National Forest.

If an officer were to pull me over and ask for proof that I owned my ATV, I would ask him for proof that it was stolen. That's how the law works.

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Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs), also known as Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs), and golf carts are regulated by state and federal laws. Registered, titled and insured NEVs may be legally driven at a maximum speed of 35 mph on public roads with a posted speed limit of 45 mph or less, unless a city or county ordinance prohibits their operation. The TxDMV does not title or register golf carts. Golf cart owners who received a title before the law changed on September 1, 2009, are not required to return their titles to the TxDMV. For Driver License requirements to operate any of these vehicles, contact your local law enforcement agency.

Utility-Type vehicles (UTVs) are defined as Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs), which are generally used for maintenance, hunting or recreation. They are required to be titled but may not be driven on public roads.

That is bad information Dan.
Just google "Texas ATV title requirements".

Realistically what are the chances of getting pulled over for just hauling a 4 wheeler? 4 wheelers are sold all the time without a title. I agree it is definitely safer to have one, but at the same time if you are using it only on private property I'd say the risk is relatively low in having an issue. I could be wrong but just my opinion. Another question, is it even legal to be pulled over just because you have a 4 wheeler on a trailer? That sounds like a really big stretch of probably cause.

Head out IH20 at dove or deer season and see................

Again, what is the probably cause to pull someone over to check their ATV? (I'm not trying to start an argument but just asking)

Again, what is the probably cause to pull someone over to check their ATV? (I'm not trying to start an argument but just asking)

Realistically what are the chances of getting pulled over for just hauling a 4 wheeler? 4 wheelers are sold all the time without a title. I agree it is definitely safer to have one, but at the same time if you are using it only on private property I'd say the risk is relatively low in having an issue. I could be wrong but just my opinion. Another question, is it even legal to be pulled over just because you have a 4 wheeler on a trailer? That sounds like a really big stretch of probably cause.

Do All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) need to be registered at the county tax assessors/collectors office before being used at OHV venues located on the public lands of Texas?

No, ATV registration is no longer required in Texas. Under the provisions of HB3849, TxDOT would no longer register all-terrain vehicles (ATV) for off-highway use; and the $6 registration fee and $6 ATV safety fee would no longer be collected. Titles for ATVs and Motorcycles can still be obtained at your local county tax assessor/collectors office.

https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/texas-off-highway-program/faqs-about-the-texas-ohv-program

I have been stop twice by DPS betwwen Ozona and Barhart. First time I was not ready with paper work. I had to fax paper work to county court clerk. second time I was ready with title and was gone in no time. The only reason I was stop both times was I had a new 4 wheeler. I If it was me I would pass on it with out a title. I think you are asking for problems.

So they let you go but you had to fax paperwork or they confiscated it? I don't know of anyone that carries their ATV title with them since you aren't required to by law. I'm just a little confused on what the situation was you encountered.

Anyone with common sense is going to keep the title for ANY vehicle at home in a safe place. And even IF the law dictated a fine for not having a title for an ATV, all a LEO can "legally" do is issue you a citation if there is no record of it being stolen.

The earlier reports of people being stopped just doesn't pass the smell test. If such a thing were to happen to me, I would be contacting the District Attorney the next business day.