How do I get a replacement title for a boat?

My husband bought a boat and misplaced the title before we got it registered. Can we take the bill of sale to the clerks office and get a replacement title?How do I get a replacement title for a boat?I think you can do that however the previous owner will have to sign papers to prove that you are the new owner, of course you would have to pay for the new title and for the registrationHow do I get a replacement title for a boat?If he didn't retitle the boat to his name, he'll have to get the replacement title in the name of the seller - mailed to the seller - and have the seller re-sign the title over to him.