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Request for Collateral Assignment/Discharge of Assignment

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Request for Collateral Assignment / Discharge of Assignment

Use this form to make a collateral assignment (“assignment”) or to discharge the assignment of a policy.

Instructions

1. Read page 1 of this form carefully. Please keep this page for your reference.

2. Complete pages 2 through 4, as appropriate.

3. Review the accuracy of any information that we may have filled in. Initial any changes, corrections, or deletions that are made.

Except in section 7, I, you, and your refer to the policyowner(s). We, us, and our refer to the Prudential company that issued the policy. Assignee refers to the collateral assignee.

To Make a Collateral Assignment

More than one policy can be collaterally assigned with this form as long as each policy insures the same person(s), has the same owner(s), and the same assignment is being requested for each policy. Please follow these steps:

1. Complete sections 1 and 2.

2. Provide the full name and complete address of the assignee(s) in section 3.

3. Complete section 4 if there are more than two joint assignees. This section should contain the full name and complete address of each additional assignee.

4. The beneficiary(ies) must sign section 6 if the Death Benefit is payable to other than the insured’s estate and if the policy was issued before September 1935, or has a policy number preceded by “M” and which is numbered below M7 000 000.

5. Review the signature requirements in section 5, then be sure to include your signature(s) and the date(s) in section 6. If the policy currently contains a limitation of rights, which limits the right to assign, the person or entity in whose favor the rights have been limited must sign this section.

6. Return pages 2 through 4 to Prudential, and keep page 1 for your information. Please do not send us the policy. It is not required.

We will acknowledge the assignment and return the acknowledged form to the assignee unless otherwise requested. Once we have acknowledged and filed an assignment, it will remain in effect until we receive and file written notice of discharge.

Important Tax Information

If your policy has been determined to be a modified endowment contract and it is collaterally assigned, we must report all cumulative earnings in the policy as income to you on an Internal Revenue Service Form 1099-R. You may wish to consult with your tax adviser before making the collateral assignment.

To Discharge an Assignment

More than one assignment can be discharged with this form as long as each policy assigned insures the same person(s), has the same owner(s), and the same assignment is being discharged for each policy. Please follow these steps:

1. Complete sections 1 and 2.

2. Review the signature requirements in section 5, then be sure to have the assignee(s) sign and date section 7.

3. Return pages 2 through 4 to Prudential. Please do not send us the policy. It is not required.


1. About Your Policy

Policy number (Eight or nine characters. If eight, leave last space empty.)

Name of insured (first, middle initial, last name)

Name of joint insured, if any (first, middle initial, last name)

2. About the Policyowner(s)

Name of policyowner (first, middle initial, last name). Enter “same” if same as insured.

Policyowner’s daytime telephone number

Evening telephone number

Name of joint owner, if any (first, middle initial, last name)


3. Request for a Collateral Assignment

I assign to the collateral assignee(s) named in this section, a collateral interest in the policy(ies) indicated in section 1, subject to the provisions of the policy and to any indebtedness that may exist.

List below any other rights to be exercised by the owner without the consent of the assignee.

List below any other rights to be exercised by the assignee without the consent of the owner.

Name of assignee (first, middle initial, last name)

Street

City

State

ZIP code

Name of joint assignee, if any (first, middle initial, last name)

Street

City

State

ZIP code

If there are two or more persons named as joint assignees, please check one of the boxes below.

4. Additional Information

Use this section if the assignment is for more than two joint assignees. For each additional joint assignee, please provide a full name and address.

5. Signature Requirements

Please review these signature requirements before signing in section 6 for a collateral assignment or in section 7 for a Discharge of Assignment.

• For corporations, an authorized officer must sign. Be sure to include the title of the officer.

• If president – no additional requirements

• If vice president – for policies over $1,000,000, provide a Corporate Secretary’s statement reflecting the vice president’s authority to sign

• If any other officer – provide a corporate resolution

• For partnerships with at least two general partners, two authorized general partners must sign with the title “general partner” after each name (if only one, use “sole general partner”) and include the name of the partnership.

• For sole proprietorships, submit the signature of the owner, followed by “doing business as (company name), a sole proprietorship.”

• For trusts, each trustee must sign unless the trust itself or state law provides otherwise. Trustee must include trustee designation.

• A holder of power of attorney must provide a copy of the power of attorney and include, following his or her signature, the words “Attorney-in-fact for (owner’s name).”

• For a policy containing a limitation of rights, the person or entity in whose favor the rights have been limited must also sign.


6. Assignment Signature(s) (All owners must sign.)

By signing this form, I certify that I am authorized to sign this form, authorize the collateral assignment requested on this form, and certify the ownership status described in the form instructions.

Policyowner’s signature and date

Date

Joint owner’s signature (if applicable) and date

Date

7. Discharge of Assignment Signature(s)

By signing this form, I authorize the release and discharge of any and all assignments indicated above.

Collateral assignee’s signature and date

Date

Joint assignee’s signature (if applicable) and date

Date

Acknowledgment (For Home Office use only.)

Assignment recorded and filed by us.

Discharge recorded and filed by us.

For Prudential Use Only

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What a Request for Collateral Assignment or Discharge of Assignment Does

A Request for Collateral Assignment or Discharge of Assignment is a formal written instrument used to assign, transfer, or release a security interest in specified collateral. It identifies the assignor and assignee, describes the collateral with sufficient legal detail, and records the effective date and consideration. The document establishes whether an existing collateral lien is transferred to a new secured party or is fully released, and it often includes instructions for recording or filing with the appropriate public office to preserve or terminate lien priority.

Why this document matters for secured transactions

Using a clear Request for Collateral Assignment or a Discharge of Assignment reduces uncertainty about lien ownership, supports proper public recording, and helps preserve lien priority. It memorializes the transfer or termination of rights in collateral, creates an audit trail for creditors and debtors, and reduces the risk of competing claims or misunderstandings during enforcement or refinancing.

Why this document matters for secured transactions

Who typically prepares and signs these requests

The document is used by parties involved in secured lending, asset transfers, and lien releases; each party has distinct roles and objectives.

Step-by-step: complete and process the request

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, sign, and record a collateral assignment or a discharge.

  • 01
    Prepare Document: Populate parties, collateral description, date, and consideration accurately.
  • 02
    Obtain Signatures: All authorized signatories sign; confirm signing authority and identity.
  • 03
    Notarize if Required: Obtain notary or RON as jurisdiction requires before filing.
  • 04
    Record or Deliver: File with the county recorder or UCC filing office per local rules.

Core sections every professional request should include

A complete request combines identity, collateral detail, the assignment instrument, recording instructions, and attestations. Each element contributes to enforceability and recordability.

Parties

Full legal names and contact details for assignor and assignee, plus corporate identifiers where applicable so that records link to the correct legal entities and existing filings.

Collateral Description

Specific, legally sufficient description of the collateral (VINs, account numbers, legal parcel details, or inventory lists) to meet recorder or UCC filing standards.

Assignment Terms

Clear statement of transfer type (absolute assignment, security interest transfer), scope of rights assigned, and any conditions or limitations on the transferred interest.

Representations and Warranties

Assurances that the assignor has authority, that the collateral is free of undisclosed encumbrances, and any indemnities for prior liens or claims affecting transfer validity.

Recording & Instructions

Explicit filing directions (county recorder or state UCC office), requested recording instruments, and any cover sheet or recording fee allocation information.

Discharge Language

For a discharge, explicit release language that identifies the original assignment or lien and states the conditions that create the release or termination of the security interest.

Supporting documents often submitted with the request

Bundling the correct supporting documents reduces rejection risk and accelerates recording or filing.

Original Security Agreement

Attach or reference the original security agreement or financing statement that created the lien to tie the assignment to the source instrument.

UCC-3 or Cover Sheet

Provide amendment or termination forms (UCC-3) when required and a recording cover sheet with contact and fee instructions.

Notary Acknowledgment

Include notary certificate or RON evidence when the jurisdiction or recorder requires notarization for record acceptance.

Payoff or Consent Letter

Attach payoff statements or consent letters from senior lienholders when assignments affect lien priorities or require subordinate consents.

Typical processing flow for assignment or discharge

Processing usually follows a standard path from preparation to final recording; details may vary by jurisdiction.

  • Draft: Prepare the assignment or discharge with precise collateral language.
  • Sign: Authorized parties sign; notarize if required by law.
  • File: Submit to county recorder or UCC filing office per instructions.
  • Confirm: Obtain recorded copy or termination confirmation for audit trails.

Options for electronic completion and submission

Use platforms that support PDF, DOCX, and secure eSignature workflows for document preparation and execution.

  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX supported for upload and signing.
  • Integrations: Works with CRM and storage systems listed in enterprise stacks.
  • Authentication: Supports email, SMS code, and advanced signer verification.

Timing considerations and recording expectations

Timely recording preserves lien priority and reduces disputes; processing times depend on the filing office and method used.

Record Promptly:

File as soon as transactions close to preserve priority.

County Processing:

Recording can take 1–6 weeks depending on county workload and method.

RON vs In-Person:

Remote notarization may speed identity proofing; confirm county acceptance.

UCC Office:

State UCC filing times vary; electronic filings are usually faster.

Effective Date:

The stated assignment date governs priority even if recording is later.

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Common preparation errors to avoid

  • Ambiguous collateral descriptions that lack serial numbers, parcel IDs, or account numbers and cause recorder rejections or disputes.
  • Mismatched party names between the assignment, original security agreement, and UCC records that break the chain of title.
  • Missing notarization or incorrect notary wording when the recorder explicitly requires an acknowledgement for the instrument.
  • Failing to attach required supporting documents such as the original financing statement or payoff letters leading to incomplete recordation.

Potential legal and practical consequences of errors

Loss of Priority: Lien subordinated due to late or unrecorded assignment
Recording Rejection: Clerical defects cause filing denial
Enforceability Issues: Insufficient signatures or authority jeopardize rights
Fraud Exposure: Unauthorized transfers create litigation risk
Operational Delay: Incorrect documents slow closing and funding
Increased Costs: Additional legal review and re-filing expenses

How a collateral assignment differs from related documents

Compare purpose, timing, and consequences to choose the correct instrument for your transaction.

Criteria Collateral Assignment Discharge of Assignment
Purpose transfer security interest terminate security interest
When Used sale or refinancing after payoff or release
Recording Required often often recommended
Typical Signers assignor and assignee assignor and recorder

Frequently asked questions about completing and filing these requests

Answers address common execution, recording, and enforceability concerns and reference primary U.S. legal standards where applicable.


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