SUBCHAPTER 03C ‑ VEHICLE REGISTRATION SECTION

SECTION .0100 ‑ GENERAL INFORMATION

19A NCAC 03C .0101 PURPOSE

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01 through 20‑4.12; 20‑37.6; 20‑39; 20‑42; 20‑44 through 20‑53; 20‑54 through 20‑58; 20‑58.4 through 20‑58.10; 20‑63.1; 20‑64 through 20‑79.3; 20‑80 through 20‑81; 20‑81.2 through 20‑81.7; 20‑83 through 20‑88; 20‑88.1; 20‑94; 20‑95; 20‑109.1; 20‑114; 20‑116; 20‑118; 20‑279; 20‑286; 20‑294; 20‑309 through 20‑319; 20‑347; 14‑401.4; 105‑164.3(16); 105‑164.4(1); 105‑164; 105‑314;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; February 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0102 FORMS

The forms used by the Division of Motor Vehicles to administer the functions described in the rules of this Section are available from the the Division of Motor Vehicles, 1100 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina 27697 or online at www.ncdot.gov/dmv.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑41;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. November 1, 1991; February 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0103 EXEMPT FROM TITLE FEES BUT SUBJECT TO REGISTRATION

19A NCAC 03C .0104 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION AND CERTIFICATE OF TITLE

19A NCAC 03C .0105 REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION OF NEW VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0106 DEALER REGISTRATION OF NEW VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0107 REGISTRATION: OUT‑OF‑STATE REGISTERED VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0108 BONDS FILED WHEN PROPER PROOF OF OWNERSHIP NOT AVAILABLE

19A NCAC 03C .0109 CUSTOM BUILT MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAILERS

19A NCAC 03C .0110 MOTOR HOMES: HOUSE CARS AND CAMPING VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0111 IDENTIFICATION OF OWNER OR APPLICANT

19A NCAC 03C .0112 IDENTIFYING ADDRESS AND CHANGE OF ADDRESS

19A NCAC 03C .0113 DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0114 LIENS (SECURITY INTERESTS AND AGREEMENTS)

19A NCAC 03C .0115 SOURCE OF PURCHASE

19A NCAC 03C .0116 CLASS OF LICENSE

19A NCAC 03C .0117 WEIGHTS: BUSES

19A NCAC 03C .0118 EMPTY WEIGHT AND MAXIMUM LOAD (GROSS WEIGHT)

19A NCAC 03C .0119 DATE FIRST OPERATED

19A NCAC 03C .0120 TITLE ONLY

19A NCAC 03C .0121 SIGNATURE

19A NCAC 03C .0122 POWERS OF ATTORNEY: GUARDIANS

19A NCAC 03C .0123 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

19A NCAC 03C .0124 NOTARY DUTIES: REQUIREMENTS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0125 REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND CERTIFIED RECORD FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0126 VEHICLES LEASED

19A NCAC 03C .0127 MINORS MAY OWN VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0128 REGISTRATION REFERENCE RECORDS MAINTAINED BY DIVISION

19A NCAC 03C .0129 ASSIGNMENT OF TITLE BY THE REGISTERED OWNER

19A NCAC 03C .0130 ASSIGNMENT OF TITLE BY OTHER THAN THE REGISTERED OWNER

19A NCAC 03C .0131 REASSIGNMENT OF TITLE BY DEALER AND INSURANCE COMPANY

19A NCAC 03C .0132 REFUSAL STAMP

19A NCAC 03C .0133 APPLICATION FOR DUPLICATE TITLE: FORM MVR‑4

19A NCAC 03C .0134 SUBSTITUTE OR CORRECTION OF TITLE: FORM MVR‑5

19A NCAC 03C .0135 SALVAGED VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0136 PENALTY FOR FAILURE TO MAKE TRANSFER WITHIN TWENTY DAYS

19A NCAC 03C .0137 BLANK OR OPEN ASSIGNMENTS PROHIBITED

19A NCAC 03C .0138 GLIDER KIT

19A NCAC 03C .0139 AUTHORITY TO GRANT OR REFUSE APPLICATIONS

19A NCAC 03C .0140 DISPLAY OF LICENSE PLATE RENEWAL STICKERS

19A NCAC 03C .0141 REGISTRATION UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20‑4.1; 20‑19; 20‑39; 20‑41; 20‑42; 20‑44; 20‑50; 20‑52; 20‑52.1; 20‑53; 20‑54; 20‑56 through 20‑58; 20‑58.4; 20‑58.10; 20‑66 through 20‑70; 20‑72; 20‑74 through 20‑77; 20‑79; 20‑85; 20‑86.1; 20‑87 through 20‑88; 20‑109; 20‑109.1; 20‑116; 20‑118; 20‑279; 20‑279.24; 14‑401.4; 105‑314;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Repealed Eff. February 1, 1982.

SECTION .0200 ‑ REGISTRATION

19A NCAC 03C .0201 FUNCTION

This Section establishes the rules for vehicle registration in North Carolina including:

(1) manufacturer's certificate of origin;

(2) registration of out‑of‑state vehicles;

(3) custom built vehicles;

(4) motor homes;

(5) purchase information required for registration;

(6) buses for hire;

(7) date vehicle first operated in North Carolina;

(8) application for title only;

(9) acknowledgements;

(10) certified record fees;

(11) registration of leased vehicle;

(12) duplicate titles;

(13) salvaged vehicles; and

(14) penalty for failure to transfer registration.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20-4.01; 20-4.2; 20-4.3; 20-4.4; 20-4.5; 20-4.7; 20-4.8; 20-4.9; 20-4.10; 20-4.11; 20‑4.12; 20‑37.6; 20‑39; 20‑42; 20‑44; 20-50; 20-51; 20-52; 20‑53; 20-57; 20‑58; 20‑58.4; 20-64; 20-66; 20-67; 20-68; 20-69; 20‑70; 20‑72; 20‑74; 20‑75; 20‑77; 20‑79; 20-79.1; 20-79.2; 20‑79.3; 20‑81; 20-81.2; 20-81.3; 20-81.4; 20-81.5; 20-81.6; 20-83; 20-84; 20-85; 20-86; 20-87; 20‑88; 20‑94; 20‑95; 20‑109.1; 20‑114; 20‑116; 20‑118; 20‑286; 20‑294; 20-309; 20-311; 20-313; 20-314; 20-315; 20-316; 20-317; 20-318; 20‑319; 20‑347; 14‑401.4; 105‑164.4(1); 105‑164; 105‑314;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0202 TITLING AND REGISTRATION OF BRANDED VEHICLES

Upon application for title and registration of a motor vehicle as defined in G.S. 20‑4.01(33), the following rules apply:

(1) Flood vehicles shall be branded "Water/Flood Damage Vehicle" on the title and "WATR‑FLD" on the registration card.

(2) Non-USA vehicles shall be titled and registered with an inspector's report to verify the vehicle meets Environmental Protection Agency standards and that the vehicle is operable. The title shall reflect the brand Non-USA vehicle.

(3) If a NC Salvage Certificate of Title MVR-40 is being transferred to an individual or dealer and the vehicle is six model years old or ]newer, then the title and registration records shall notate a Total Loss Claim and it must be accompanied by:

(a) LT-275 Report of Initial Examination of Salvage Vehicle;

(b) LT-276 Affidavit of Rebuilder or Owner; and

If the three Documents referenced in this Rule are not submitted with the title, then a LT-270 Report of Examination Vehicle is required, and the title shall be branded as Reconstructed with Total Loss Claim noted. The registration records shall reflect Reconstructed and Total Loss Claim.

(4) If a branded out of state title is transferred from an insurance company's name to an individual or dealer and the vehicle is six model years old or newer, then the title brand on the previous title will be included on the new NC Certificate of Title, and it shall be accompanied by:

(a) LT-275 Report of Initial Examination of Salvage Vehicle;

(b) LT-276 Affidavit of Rebuilder or Owner; and

If the three documents above are not submitted with the title, a LT-270 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicle, shall be required and the title shall be branded as Reconstructed.

(5) If a NC Salvage Certificate of Title MVR-40 is being transferred to an individual or dealer and the vehicle is older than six model years, the previous title's brand be included on the new NC Salvage Certificate of Title MVR-40 and the inspector's report shall not be required.

(6) If a branded out-of-state title is transferred from an insurance company's name to an individual or dealer, and the vehicle is older than six model years, it must be accompanied by a LT-270 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicle. The previous title's brand shall be included on the new NC Certificate of Title.

(7) If a branded out-of-state title is submitted to the Division and in an individual's name or is assigned to an individual or dealer, the previous title's brand shall be included on the new NC Certificate of Title and an inspector's report shall not be required, regardless of the year.

(8) If a branded out-of-state title is submitted to the Division in a dealer's name or is assigned to an individual or dealer, regardless of the year, it must be accompanied by a LT-20 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicle. The previous title's brand shall be included on the new NC Certificate of Title.

(9) Salvage rebuilt vehicles will be branded if a NC Salvage Certificate of Title, MVR-40, is being transferred to an individual or dealer and is six model years old or newer, then the title and registration records shall notate Total Loss Claim and must be accompanied by:

(a) LT-275 Report of Initial Examination of Salvage Vehicle;

(b) LT-276 Affidavit of Rebuilder or Owner; and

If the three documents above are not submitted with the title, a LT-270 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicle is required, and the title will be branded as Reconstructed with Total Loss Claim noted. The registration records shall reflect Reconstructed and Total Loss Claim. For vehicles more than six model years old, the current brand shall be included on the new NC Certificate of Title.

(10) If a NC Salvage Certificate of Title, MVR-40, is being transferred to an individual or dealer and is more than six model years old, the current brand shall be included on the new NC Salvage Certificate of Title, MVR-40, and an inspector's report shall not be required.

(11) If an out-of-state title in the name of an insurance company without a brand is transferred to an individual or dealer and the vehicle is six model years old or newer, it shall be accompanied by the LT-270 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicle and the new title shall be branded in accordance with the applicable rules and G.S. 20-39, 20-71.3, and 20-109.1.

(12) If an out-of-state title or a NC Certificate of Title is being transferred to an insurance company's name and is more than six model years old, a NC Salvage Certificate of Title, MVR-40, will notate Total Loss Claim and shall be branded Salvage Rebuilt.

(13) Junk vehicles are marked "Junked" on the registration records only. The title must be submitted indicating the vehicle is incapable of operation or use upon the highways and has no resale value except as a source of parts or scraps.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20-4.01(33); 20‑39; 20‑71.3; 20‑109.1;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; November 1, 1991; January 1, 1988;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0203 FORM FS‑1: PREPARATION

19A NCAC 03C .0204 TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF FS‑1 NOTICE

19A NCAC 03C .0205 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR DEALER AND MANUFACTURER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0206 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR 30‑DAY PERMITS

19A NCAC 03C .0207 ONE‑WAY TRIP PERMITS WITHOUT A LICENSE

19A NCAC 03C .0208 EMERGENCY TRANSFER OF LICENSE PROVISION

19A NCAC 03C .0209 VEHICLES OPERATED WITH 20‑DAY TEMPORARY MARKER

19A NCAC 03C .0210 TRANSPORTER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0211 TEN‑DAY TEMPORARY REGISTRATION PERMIT

19A NCAC 03C .0212 INSURANCE LAPSE HEARINGS

19A NCAC 03C .0213 TERMINATION OF LIABILITY INSURANCE: FORM FS‑4

19A NCAC 03C .0214 FORM FS‑4: PREPARATION

19A NCAC 03C .0215 TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF FS‑4 NOTICE

19A NCAC 03C .0216 SURRENDER OF PLATES IN ADVANCE OF INSURANCE TERMINATION

19A NCAC 03C .0217 AFFIDAVIT OF FACTS: INABILITY TO SURRENDER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0218 FORM FS‑19

19A NCAC 03C .0219 FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑279; 20‑309 through 20‑319;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Repealed Eff. February 1, 1982.

19A NCAC 03C .0220 MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN

(a) The Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin shall contain the information set forth in G.S. 20-4.01(20) and the following information:

(1) the manufacturer's name and address (may be preprinted); and

(2) a countersignature of an agent (rubber stamped or written). The countersignature is the signature of the authorized person at the dealership.

(b) Upon transfer of a vehicle to a transferee in accordance with G.S. 20-52.1, a dealer shall complete the Assignment of Manufacturer's Certificate and shall comply with the following:

(1) If the purchaser is not a licensed dealer, the certificate of title shall be obtained prior to further transfer.

(2) When a transfer is made by a manufacturer to a dealer, the dealer shall make the transfer on the reverse side of the Manufacturer's Certificate.

(3) The transfer shall match the name on the dealer's license.

(4) Lien information shall be recorded in the transfer.

(5) Transfers shall be notarized.

(6) Alterations shall void the Manufacturer's Certificate and shall require the return of the certificate to the manufacturer for correction.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑52; 20‑52.1; 20‑54;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0221 REGISTRATION OF OUT-OF-STATE REGISTERED VEHICLES

The applicant shall provide the following when registering a vehicle in North Carolina that is currently registered in another state, district, or territory:

(1) the documentary proof of ownership, such as out-of-state vehicle registration or out-of-state certificate of title;

(2) proof of liability insurance as required by G.S. 20-309; and

(3) the payment of fees and taxes.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑52; 20‑85; 20‑309; 105-187.6(c);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0222 REGISTRATION: CUSTOM BUILT MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAILERS

Registration of a custom-built motor vehicle or trailer requires the following:

(1) the bills of sale for the principal parts or two appraisals from two different NC dealers with Indemnity Bonds;

(2) the cancellation of the title if the number on the motor or frame is registered in North Carolina;

(3) the form MVR-1 Title Application and any lienholder information that is required for titling vehicles in North Carolina;

(4) the MVR-55 Affidavit for Custom or Replica Built Vehicles, which is a notarized statement that the vehicle was built from parts described by the bills of sale and must be completed in its entirety; and

(5) the LT-270 Report of Examination of Motor Vehicles, is completed after an inspection by a motor vehicles inspector; and

(6) the Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin for motor, frame, and transmission assigned to an individual or Indemnity Bond.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑53;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; August 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0223 REGISTRATION: MOTOR HOMES, ETC.

(a) The manufacturer of the chassis shall provide a Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin to the manufacturer of the motor home. The Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin shall show the serial number of the chassis.

(b) If an application for registration of a customized van is presented with a Manufacturer's Certificate or Origin describing the van and another certificate describing the conversion kit, then an owner's statement explaining changes is required to determine the trade name, body style, and license classification of the van.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑52; 20‑52.1; 20‑53;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. January 1, 1994;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0224 PURCHASE INFORMATION

In addition to the requirements set forth in G.S. 20-52(a), an applicant shall provide the following purchase information on the title application:

(1) The name and address of the person or firm from whom the vehicle was acquired;

(2) The date of purchase and whether the vehicle is new or used;

(3) The dealer's certificate number;

(4) Whether the vehicle was acquired for use in North Carolina;

(5) The purchase price, verified by bill of sale on new vehicle;

(6) The state of last registration;

(7) The odometer reading and federal odometer statement; and

(8) The ad valorem tax certification.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑52;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. November 1, 1991;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0225 CLASS OF LICENSE PLATE

Any applicant seeking an initial license plate or a transfer of a license plate shall indicate the desired classification at the time of application.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑52; 20-64; 20-72; 20-78;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0226 REGISTRATION: BUSES TO BE OPERATED FOR HIRE

The registration for a bus to be operated for hire shall include the empty weight of the bus calculated to the nearest 100 pounds.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑87;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0227 DATE FIRST OPERATED

The date a vehicle is placed into operation in North Carolina shall be indicated upon registration. An applicant shall be subject to the license fee on the date a vehicle is placed into operation in North Carolina, unless he or she is a new resident operating under reciprocity in accordance with G.S. 20-4.1.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20-4.1; 20‑39; 20‑52;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0228 TITLE ONLY

To obtain a Certificate of Title without a license plate, the applicant shall verify that a license fee or transfer is not due by indicating on the Application for Title.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑50; 20-73; 20‑79;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0229 SIGNATURE

The signature on any application for registration shall be written in ink or provided by electronic signature as referenced in Article 40 of Chapter 66 of the North Carolina General Statutes and shall comply with the requirements of this Rule.

(1) The signature shall include the owner's full name, including "junior" if applicable.

(2) If the vehicle is jointly owned, each owner must sign.

(3) If the owner is unable to write or print, he or she must make his or her mark. A disinterested party shall write the owner's name and then sign his name as a witness to the owner's mark.

(4) When the owner is a partnership or a corporation, the signature shall show the name of the firm and be signed by an officer or partner.

(5) A printed or typed version of the signature agreeing with the signature shall appear on each application.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑52; 20‑57;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0230 POWERS OF ATTORNEY: GUARDIANS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑77;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0231 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑42; 20‑52;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. December 1, 1993.

19A NCAC 03C .0232 REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND CERTIFIED RECORDS FEES

Any person seeking verification of information regarding license numbers, ownership, or liability insurance shall submit a written request. Copies of these records are provided for a fee as set out in G.S. 20-4.02 and posted on the agency website at https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/downloads/Documents/MVR-94.pdf.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20-4.02; 20‑39; 20‑42;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. November 1, 1991; December 1, 1984;

Readopted Eff. July 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0233 LEASED VEHICLES

Vehicles being leased under a private lease shall be titled and registered in the name of the lessor. A copy of the lease agreement shall be filed with the Division at the time of application for the certificate of title and registration.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑50;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0234 MINORS MAY OWN VEHICLE

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0235 APPLICATION FOR DUPLICATE TITLE

(a) A lienholder applying for a duplicate certificate of title shall have the owner sign the application.

(b) When a certificate of title is lost after the release of a lien, the lienholder's affidavit that the lien has been satisfied shall accompany the owner's application for a duplicate certificate of title or for an electronic lienholder, the lienholder shall request the lien be released electronically. A paper lien release shall not be accepted on an electronic lien.

(c) A duplicate certificate of title takes precedence over the original unless a false statement made in the application invalidates the duplicate.

(d) If the original certificate of title is lost after being endorsed, the purchaser shall submit notarized affidavits tracing the chain of ownership from the registered owner to the present owner and any lien cancellations involved along with his or her application for a duplicate certificate of title.

(e) If the original certificate of title is lost and the vehicle has been sold or traded, the owner shall apply for a duplicate certificate of title and assign to the purchaser on the application. The Division shall not issue a duplicate certificate of title until 15 days after the receipt of the application.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑68; 20-54;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0236 PENALTY FOR FAILURE TOMAKE TRANSFER WITHIN 28 DAYS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑1; 20‑39; 20‑73; 20-77;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; November 1, 1991;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0237 DISPLAY OF LICENSE PLATE RENEWAL STICKER

(a) The license plates issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles shall be renewed by attaching an annual validation sticker.

(b) These plates shall expire on the last day of the month indicated by the validation sticker. There is a 15‑day grace period following the expiration date of the sticker. The plate cannot be transferred to another vehicle during the grace period.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑66;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0238 REGISTRATION RENEWAL BY MAIL

History Note: Legislative Objection Lodged Eff. April 20, 1982;

Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑50(b)(5); 20‑63; 20‑65; 20‑66;

Eff. July 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. July 2, 1982.

SECTION .0300 ‑ FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

19A NCAC 03C .0301 ASSISTANCE TO VEHICLE OWNERS

(a) The Division of Motor Vehicles will furnish to vehicle owners appropriate forms to facilitate compliance with Article 13, Chapter 20 of North Carolina General Statutes.

(b) Vehicle owners may furnish required proof of financial responsibility on any reasonable document which identifies the vehicle and its owner and is sufficient for Division of Motor Vehicles verification.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑279.18; 20‑279.19; 20‑279.20; 20‑279.2; 20‑279.24; 20‑279.25; 20‑309; 20‑311; 20‑313; 20‑313.1; 20‑315;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; February 1, 1982;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 22, 2018.

19A NCAC 03C .0302 LIABILITY INSURANCE CERTIFICATION

(a) If the financial responsibility for a vehicle is a liability insurance policy, the owner of the vehicle must certify to the existence of the policy and furnish sufficient information on forms provided by the Division of Motor Vehicles to enable verification of the policy's existence.

(b) Certification shall be made at original registration and at such times as a motor vehicle registration transaction is made between the owner and the Division of Motor Vehicles.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑279.2; 20‑279.19; 20‑279.22; 20‑309;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. February 1, 1982;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 22, 2018.

19A NCAC 03C .0303 TERMINATION NOTICES

(a) North Carolina Notice of Termination Form FS‑4 shall be used to notify the Commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles of termination of motor vehicle liability insurance. The form shall be supplied by the insurer and must include the name and address of the insured owner; year, make, and identification number of the vehicle for which the notification is made; termination date of policy; inception date of policy; date of preparation of the FS‑4. Notices of termination of policies covering multiple listed vehicles require a Form FS‑4. A schedule of vehicles on same policy may be attached to an FS‑4.

(b) Insurers shall notify the Commissioner of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles immediately upon the effective date of termination, cancellation, or deletion of a motor vehicle from a motor vehicle liability insurance policy. Notification to the Commissioner is not necessary if a vehicle is deleted from a policy and replaced with another vehicle or is insured under a fleet policy by the same insurer. A fleet policy is defined as a policy with five or more vehicles which are not listed individually by year, make, model or identification number.

(1) The notification of cancellation, termination, or deletion of a vehicle from a policy shall be on a form approved by the Commissioner of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. The form shall be designated as a FS‑4 and shall reflect the following:

(A) name and address of insured;

(B) name of insurance company and code number;

(D) termination date;

(E) inception date;

(F) date prepared;

(G) signature or a facsimile signature, which may be pre‑printed or stamped, of authorized representative of insurance company;

(H) color: red;

(I) size: 7" width x 4 1/4" height; and

(J) must be typed or computer generated.

(2) Insurers shall notify the Commissioner of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles in the following instances:

(A) If a termination of liability insurance (FS‑4) was issued to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles and the insured was reinstated or renewed, the insurer must inform the Division with an FS‑1 certificate of insurance, provided such reinstatement or renewal has occurred without any lapse in coverage. An agent representing an insurance company may issue the notification if authorized to do so by the company.

(B) An agent representing an insurance company may issue notification if authorized to do so by the company. FS‑1's shall be issued upon request from the insured, Division of Motor Vehicles, or to reinstate with no lapse in coverage.

(C) When an insurance company terminates a policy and issues another policy, without a lapse, no FS‑4 is necessary. The insurance company shall issue a FS‑1 showing continuous coverage.

(3) The certificate of insurance notice shall be on a form approved by the Commissioner of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. The form shall be designated as a FS‑1 and shall reflect the following:

(A) name and address of insured;

(B) name of insurance company and code number;

(D) policy number;

(E) policy effective date;

(F) date prepared;

(G) signature or facsimile signature of authorized representative; may be pre‑printed or stamped;

(H) color: purple/red;

(I) size: 7" width x 4 1/4" height; and

(J) must be typed or computer generated.

(4) Insurers may arrange with the Division of Motor Vehicles for notices to be submitted through exchange of electronic data media. If this procedure of reporting is selected, Division of Motor Vehicles will not have available a hard copy of submitted notices.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑279.2; 20‑279.22; 20‑279.29; 20‑309; 20‑316; 20‑316.1;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; November 1, 1991; October 1, 1984; February 1, 1982;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 22, 2018.

19A NCAC 03C .0304 VERIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION

(a) Insurance Certification forms requesting verification shall be addressed to insurers by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

(b) Insurers shall respond to requests for certification within 15 days after receipt by the insurer.

(1) vehicle owner's name and address;

(2) vehicle make, model and vehicle identification number;

(3) date certification was made by the registrant; and

(4) date certification request was prepared by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

(d) Data to be furnished by the insurer must include at least one of the following:

(1) the vehicle is currently insured against liability;

(2) the vehicle is not currently insured, but was insured at the time of certification; or

(3) no record of any liability insurance is available for the vehicle described.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑279.2; 20‑316.1;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; November 1, 1991; February 1, 1982;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 22, 2018.

19A NCAC 03C .0305 INSURANCE LAPSE HEARINGS

(a) Any person who has received a notice of license plate revocation because of lack of continuous liability insurance coverage may request a hearing. Requests for a hearing or appeal are also accepted prior to receipt of the revocation order. For example, a hearing may be requested after receiving notice from the Division of Motor Vehicles that a termination notice has been received from an insurer.

(b) If the hearings officer establishes that liability coverage has been continuous, or that any lapse in coverage is not reasonably attributable to fault or neglect on the part of the insured, he will rescind the Division's order of revocation.

(c) A hearing request may be made by writing the Insurance Hearings Officer, Vehicle Services Registration Section, Division of Motor Vehicles, Raleigh, North Carolina 27697.

(d) No hearing will be granted unless the owner, at the time of request, has financial responsibility for the vehicle as required by statute.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20-270.2; 20-316; 20‑792.2;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; February 1, 1982;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 22, 2018.

19A NCAC 03C .0306 THIRTY‑DAY PERMIT FOR NONRESIDENTS

19A NCAC 03C .0307 LICENSE PERIOD

19A NCAC 03C .0308 PRORATION OF FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0309 PARTIAL PAYMENTS

19A NCAC 03C .0310 SURRENDER OF PLATES FOR REFUNDS

19A NCAC 03C .0311 USE TAX

19A NCAC 03C .0312 FEE FOR DRIVER EDUCATION (NOT SUBJECT TO PRORATION)

19A NCAC 03C .0313 FEE FOR PRIVATE PASSENGER LICENSE

19A NCAC 03C .0314 FREE LICENSE FOR DISABLED VETERANS

19A NCAC 03C .0315 PRISONER OF WAR

19A NCAC 03C .0316 HISTORIC VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0317 AMATEUR RADIO: CLASS D CITIZENS RADIO

19A NCAC 03C .0318 CIVIL AIR PATROL: ADDITIONAL PLUS PRIVATE PASSENGER FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0319 OFFICIAL AND NATIONAL GUARD

19A NCAC 03C .0320 MOTORCYCLES: MOTOR SCOOTERS: MOTORBIKES

19A NCAC 03C .0321 VEHICLES OWNED BY STATE: MUNICIPALITIES AND ORPHANAGES

19A NCAC 03C .0322 STATE OWNED VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0323 HANDICAPPED

19A NCAC 03C .0324 VEHICLE USED FOR PASSENGER AND PROPERTY CARRYING

19A NCAC 03C .0325 TRAILERS

19A NCAC 03C .0326 SELF‑PROPELLED VEHICLES USED FOR CAMPING

19A NCAC 03C .0327 TRUCKS AND TRUCK‑TRACTORS (PRIVATE PROPERTY CARRYING)

19A NCAC 03C .0328 FARM TRUCKS

19A NCAC 03C .0329 SPECIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT

19A NCAC 03C .0330 TEN‑DAY TEMPORARY REGISTRATION PLATE

19A NCAC 03C .0331 PERSONALIZED PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0332 APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT LICENSE OR VALIDATION STICKER

19A NCAC 03C .0333 LICENSE PLATE TRANSFER

19A NCAC 03C .0334 SPECIAL PERMIT FOR EMERGENCY TRANSFER OF LICENSE

19A NCAC 03C .0335 PLATE CLASSIFICATION EXCHANGES: PRIVATE AND FOR‑HIRE

19A NCAC 03C .0336 PLATE CLASSIFICATION: EXCHANGES AND CREDITS ALLOWED

19A NCAC 03C .0337 REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE

19A NCAC 03C .0338 REGISTRATION CERTIFICATES LOST: MULTIPLE

19A NCAC 03C .0339 RECORDS TO BE MAINTAINED

19A NCAC 03C .0340 LENGTH OF TIME RECORDS TO BE MAINTAINED

19A NCAC 03C .0341 REGISTRATION FOR REPORTING SALES TAX

19A NCAC 03C .0342 SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS

19A NCAC 03C .0343 USE OF DEALER AND MANUFACTURER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0344 ILLEGAL USE OF DEALER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0345 DEALER PLATES LOST OR STOLEN

19A NCAC 03C .0346 DEALER REGISTRATION CARD TO BE CARRIED

19A NCAC 03C .0347 DEALERS WITH DEALER PLATES PERMITTED TO MAKE ASSIGNMENTS

19A NCAC 03C .0348 CHANGING NAME: DISCONTINUING OF BUSINESS TRANSFER

19A NCAC 03C .0349 PURCHASE OF OUT‑OF‑STATE VEHICLES: REMOVAL OF PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0350 TWENTY‑DAY MARKERS BY PURCHASERS IN LIEU OF DEALERS PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0351 CONDITIONS TEMPORARY MARKER ISSUED BY DEALER

19A NCAC 03C .0352 ISSUANCE OF TEMPORARY MARKERS

19A NCAC 03C .0353 ISSUANCE OF 20‑DAY PERMITS: MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS: NOTICE

19A NCAC 03C .0354 DEALER'S DELIVERY OF PURCHASER'S APPLICATION: REGISTRATION

19A NCAC 03C .0355 ONLY ONE 20‑DAY MARKER MAY BE ISSUED

19A NCAC 03C .0356 EXPIRATION OF TEMPORARY MARKER

19A NCAC 03C .0357 DEALER'S RIGHT TO ISSUE TEMPORARY MARKERS MAY BE SUSPENDED

19A NCAC 03C .0358 REFUND OF FEES PAID FOR TEMPORARY MARKER

19A NCAC 03C .0359 TRANSPORTER'S REGISTRATION

19A NCAC 03C .0360 DRIVEAWAY REGISTRATION: FORM MVR‑16

19A NCAC 03C .0361 SCHEDULE OF WEIGHTS AND RATES

19A NCAC 03C .0362 NORTH CAROLINA SCHEDULE OF WEIGHTS AND RATES: FARM TRUCKS

19A NCAC 03C .0363 PRIVATE PASSENGER VEHICLE FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0364 TRAILER: WRECKER AND SPECIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT FEES

19A NCAC 03C .0365 PRORATED LICENSE FEES FOR FOR‑HIRE PASSENGER VEHICLE

19A NCAC 03C .0366 FEES FOR TITLE AND GENERAL REGISTRATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑37; 20‑39; 20‑42; 20‑50; 20‑57; 20‑63 through 20‑66;

20‑68; 20‑75; 20‑78 to 20‑79; 20‑79.1; 20‑80; 20‑81; 20‑81.4; 20‑83 through 20‑85; 20‑87;

20‑88; 20‑88.1 through 20‑88.6; 20‑94 through 20‑95; 20‑118; 20‑309; 105‑164.4; 105‑164.6;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Repealed Eff. February 1, 1982.

SECTION .0400 ‑ MOTOR VEHICLES OPERATED FOR‑HIRE

19A NCAC 03C .0401 GENERAL INFORMATION

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑4.12; 20‑4.01(27); 20‑4.01(31); 20‑4.01(50); 20‑37.6; 20‑39; 20‑50; 20‑57; 20‑64; 20‑64(f); 20‑64.2; 20‑65; 20‑66; 20‑68; 20‑75; 20‑79; 20‑79.1 through 20‑79.3; 20‑80; 20‑81; 20‑81.2 through 20‑81.7; 20‑83; 20‑84; 20‑87; 20‑87(6); 20‑87(7); 20‑87(8); 20‑87(10); 20‑87.5; 20‑87.9; 20‑88; 20‑88(b)(1),(2); 20‑88(6); 20‑88.1; 20‑94; 20‑95; 20‑116; 20‑118; 20‑286; 20‑294; 20‑309; 105‑164; 105‑164.3(16); 105‑164.4(1); 105‑314;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. December 1, 1993.

19A NCAC 03C .0402 LICENSE PERIOD FOR TRAILER PLATE

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑63; 20‑87(9); 20‑88;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. February 1, 1982;

Expired Eff. October 1, 2018 pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A.

19A NCAC 03C .0403 VAN POOL LICENSE PLATE

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87; 20‑88.1;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. October 1, 1984; February 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0404 ORIGINAL REGISTRATION: STAGGERED REGISTRATION SYSTEM

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑50; 20‑66;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. February 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0405 U‑DRIVE‑IT VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0406 FOR‑HIRE PASSENGER VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0407 FOR ‑HIRE BUS

19A NCAC 03C .0408 CONTRACT CARRIERS OF PROPERTY

19A NCAC 03C .0409 EXEMPT PROPERTY CARRIERS

19A NCAC 03C .0410 USE OF FOR‑HIRE PLATES ON LEASED VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0411 COMMON CARRIERS OF PASSENGERS AND PROPERTY

19A NCAC 03C .0412 PENALTY: FOR‑HIRE OPERATION WITHOUT PROPER PLATES

19A NCAC 03C .0413 COLLECTION OF FOR‑HIRE LICENSE FEES BY LICENSE AND THEFT

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑42; 20‑44; 20‑50; 20‑54; 20‑86; 20‑87; 20‑87.1;

20‑88; 20‑261; 62‑3; 62‑6 through 62‑9; 62‑30; 62‑112; 62‑259; 62‑260;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Repealed Eff. February 1, 1982.

19A NCAC 03C .0414 APPLICATION FOR LICENSE

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑50; 20‑66; 20‑79; 20‑81.7; 20‑83; 20‑86.1;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0415 LICENSE PERIOD

19A NCAC 03C .0416 SURRENDER OF PLATES FOR REFUNDS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑63; 20-64; 20‑66; 20‑88;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. December 1, 1993.

19A NCAC 03C .0417 SALES TAX

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 105‑164.4; 105‑164.6;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. October 1, 1984;

Repealed Eff. November 1, 1991.

19A NCAC 03C .0418 FEE FOR DRIVER EDUCATION

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑88.1;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. December 1, 1984.

19A NCAC 03C .0419 GOLF CARTS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑87; 20‑88.1;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0420 HANDICAPPED PLACARD

Handicapped persons who do not own an automobile may be issued distinguishing placards for a fee of five dollars ($5.00). If the handicapped placard is lost or stolen, a fee of five dollars ($5.00) shall be required for replacement.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑37.6(c);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1994; December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0421 VEHICLES USED FOR PASSENGER AND PROPERTY CARRYING

The property carrying registration fee applies to the following vehicles when used to transport property:

(1) vehicles designed by the manufacturer as utility sedans, couriers, coupe‑pickups, sedan delivery, and carpenters;

(2) station wagons and multi-purpose vehicles with the seat removed; and

(3) passenger cars with interiors so constructed or altered as to permit the transportation of property.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87; 20‑88;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0422 TRAILERS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87(9); 20‑88(c);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Expired Eff. October 1, 2018 pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A.

19A NCAC 03C .0423 SELF-PROPELLED CAMPING VEHICLES

Self‑propelled vehicles equipped with permanent living and sleeping facilities and used for camping are classed as private passenger vehicles.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87(5);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0424 TRUCKS AND TRUCK TRACTORS (PRIVATE PROPERTY CARRYING)

Wrecker vehicles used to transport property and move disabled vehicles, or used to move vehicles that are not disabled, shall be classed as trucks and licensed as property carrying vehicles.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑79; 20‑84; 20‑88; 20‑118;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0425 SPECIAL MOBILE EQUIPMENT

(a) The special mobile equipment license affidavit MVR-295 shall accompany each application for title and include the following:

(1) Vehicle Information including year, make, body style, model, VIN number;

(2) Owner information including owner name and ID or North Carolina Driver License number, address, tax county and insurance information; and

(3) Must be Notarized.

(b) If the vehicle is from a state having no registration requirements, bills of sale from at least the last two owners shall be required. The bill of sale to the current owner shall be notarized. If there is only one prior owner, one bill of sale shall be required. If no bill of sale can be provided, an indemnity bond shall be required.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87(10); 20‑88;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0426 TEMPORARY REGISTRATION PLATE

When a temporary license plate is issued on a property carrying vehicle, the registration is valid only for the empty weight of the vehicle. If the vehicle is found to be carrying property, the regular license plate fee shall be retroactively assessed as of the time of the application of the temporary license plate.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑50;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0427 PERSONALIZED PLATES AND SPECIALTY PLATES

(a) Specialty plates shall transfer from one vehicle to another if the vehicles have the same owner.

(b) Additional fees paid pursuant to G.S. 20-79.7 for a specialty plate shall not be refunded after the order has been submitted to the plate's manufacture.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20-79.4; 20‑79.7 (recodified);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993; November 1, 1991;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0428 APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT LICENSE OR VALIDATION STICKERS

To be issued a replacement license plate or validation sticker, the owner must certify that he or she has liability insurance pursuant to G.S. 20-109.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑64; 20‑66; 20‑68; 20-109;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0429 LICENSE PLATE TRANSFER

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑42; 20-64; 20-65; 20‑66;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0430 PLATE CLASSIFICATION: EXCHANGES AND CREDITS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑64;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1994;

Expired Eff. October 1, 2018 pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A.

19A NCAC 03C .0431 PURCHASE OF OUT-OF-STATE VEHICLES: REMOVAL OF PLATES

No resident of North Carolina shall use out-of-state license plates, unless the resident serves in the military, has dual residency, or where reciprocity agreements apply. This Rule applies to dealers and consumer owners.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑50;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. May 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0432 TRANSPORTER'S REGISTRATION

An application for transporter registration shall include valid insurance information and all other requirements as noted on MVR-16A. Form MVR-16A shall include the following:

(1) the vehicle owner's driver's license number, name, address, and telephone number;

(2) the vehicle owner's insurance information;

(3) the vehicle owner's license plate number;

(4) if a North Carolina dealer, the NC Dealer number shall be required or the name of the customer's repair facility.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑79.2;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. October 1, 1984;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0433 DRIVEaWAY REGISTRATION

Prior to the issuance of driveaway plates, a driveaway company shall obtain and maintain insurance that would cover any new vehicle being operated by the company.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87(8);

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0434 VAN POOL LICENSE PLATE REGISTRATION

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑87;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. August 1, 1982.

19A NCAC 03C .0435 MILITARY RESERVE PLATES

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑39; 20‑79.4(16);

Eff. December 1, 1984;

Expired Eff. October 1, 2018 pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A.

19A NCAC 03C .0436 HIGHWAY USE TAX

History Note: Authority G.S. 20-39; 105‑187.3;

Eff. November 1, 1991;

Amended Eff. January 1, 1994;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

SECTION .0500 ‑ MOTOR VEHICLES OPERATED FOR HIRE

19A NCAC 03C .0501 FOR HIRE OPERATIONS

A carrier seeking a for-hire license shall meet any applicable requirements of city boards in accordance with G.S. 160A-304, the North Carolina Utilities Commission in accordance with G.S. 62-260, and the Unified Carrier Registration Agreement and the International Registration Plan prior to the issuance of a license.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 20‑44; 20‑50; 20‑86; 20‑87; 20‑88; 20-382;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. March 1, 1982;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0502 DEFINITIONS

19A NCAC 03C .0503 APPLICATION FOR APPORTIONED REGISTRATION

19A NCAC 03C .0504 PAYMENT FOR AN ISSUANCE OF BASE PLATES AND CAB CARDS

19A NCAC 03C .0505 REGISTRATION OF OWNER‑OPERATED VEHICLES

19A NCAC 03C .0506 RENTAL MOTOR VEHICLES: INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN

19A NCAC 03C .0507 CHANGES TO APPORTIONALLY REGISTERED FLEET

19A NCAC 03C .0508 STARTING A NEW OPERATION

19A NCAC 03C .0509 TRIP LEASING

19A NCAC 03C .0510 OPTIONAL BASE JURISDICTION

19A NCAC 03C .0511 PROCEDURES: PROPORTIONAL REGISTRATION FEE AMOUNTS

19A NCAC 03C .0512 REFUNDS

19A NCAC 03C .0513 APPORTIONABLE VEHICLE TRIP PERMITS: BUFFER ZONE

19A NCAC 03C .0514 APPREHENSION: APPORTIONED VEHICLES: UNAUTHORIZED OPERATION

19A NCAC 03C .0515 APPREHENSION: APPORTIONED VEHICLES: EXCESS WEIGHT

19A NCAC 03C .0516 N.C. EXCEPTION TO INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN

19A NCAC 03C .0517 MAINTENANCE AND PRESERVATION OF RECORDS

19A NCAC 03C .0518 AUDITS AND PENALTIES

19A NCAC 03C .0519 LOCATIONS FOR SERVICE

History Note: Authority 20‑86.1; 20‑94;

Eff. July 1, 1978;

Repealed Eff. February 1, 1982.

19A NCAC 03C .0520 FOR HIRE OPERATIONS DEFINED

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20‑39; 62‑3; 62‑276;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Repealed Eff. June 1, 2021.

19A NCAC 03C .0521 TAXICAB

(a) Taxis operating more than five miles outside an incorporated city or town shall certify via affidavit on form MVR-320 that they are outside the corporate limits and are exempt from local requirements.

(b) Form MVR-320 shall include the following:

(1) the year, make, body style, and VIN number of the vehicle;

(2) the principal operator of the vehicle;

(3) the acknowledgment that the applicant will not travel within five miles of a city limit or are required to obtain a certificate of convenience and necessity from the city; and

(4) an attestation under oath before a notary that the information on the application is true and also a complete affidavit of the applicant.

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑4.01; 20-37; 20‑39; 20‑86; 20‑87;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Amended Eff. December 1, 1993;

Readopted Eff. June 1, 2021.

SECTION .0600 ‑ INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN

19A NCAC 03C .0601 GENERAL INFORMATION

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑86.1; 20‑91;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. November 1, 1991.

19A NCAC 03C .0602 OBTAINING I.R.P. MANUAL AND SCHEDULE FORMS

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑86.1; 20‑91;

Eff. February 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. November 1, 1991.

19A NCAC 03C .0603 REGISTRATION UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN

History Note: Authority G.S. 20‑86.1; 20‑91;

Eff. March 1, 1982;

Repealed Eff. November 1, 1991.