From Idaho Administrative Code:
IDAPA 39.02.07.100
100. SPECIALLY CONSTRUCTED VEHICLES.
01. Specially Constructed Vehicle Examples. Some examples of specially constructed vehicles are: Custom built vehicles, such as, kit conversions, homemade camp trailers, other homemade trailers that exceed two thousand (2,000) pounds unladen weight, motorcycles, vessels, snowmobiles, and effective January 1, 2009, slide-in truck-mounted campers. (5-8-09)
02. Engine Changes. A vehicle that has an engine of a different make, model or year from the body, frame and running gear is not considered a specially constructed vehicle. These vehicles retain the original title and identification designation. (5-8-09)
03. Title Application Requirements. (5-8-09)
a. The applicant must provide proof of ownership for all significant parts that are replaced, such as frame, body, and other parts that carry vehicle identification numbers. The body must have a properly released title and a bill of sale from the former owner. The frame only may be transferred with a bill of sale given by the legal owner showing the vehicle identification number (VIN). Other significant parts that are replaced must be verified by traceable invoices identifying the part or parts from an established new or used parts outlet. If the other significant parts are purchased from a private party, a bill of sale showing seller's name and address is required. A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) must accompany the documents for manufactured kits or if no MCO was issued, a factory invoice or bill of sale from the selling dealer is acceptable. (5-8-09)
b. The model year will be the year that the specially constructed vehicle was first titled as a specially constructed vehicle. (1-1-90)
c. The make as shown on the certificate of title of a specially constructed vehicle will be identified as SPCN and the certificate of title will be branded "SPECIALLY CONSTRUCTED." (1-1- 90)
d. When the vehicle is in operating condition an inspection by a motor vehicle investigator is required. A fee of twenty-five dollars ($25) is required for this inspection and the preparation of the statement of fact and indemnifying affidavit. In addition, if a vehicle identification number is assigned, the fee required by Section 49-202(2)(j), Idaho Code, will be charged. If the vehicle is eligible to be registered for road use, the owner shall complete a self certification on a form prescribed by the department stating that the vehicle is in compliance with Chapter 9, Title 49, Idaho Code, and meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect for the model year. (5-8-09)
IDAPA 39.02.07.301
301. TITLE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REPLICA, STREET RODS, REPLICA STREET RODS, AND ASSEMBLED VEHICLES.
01. Applicant Must Provide Proof of Ownership. The applicant must provide proof of ownership for all significant parts that are used in replicating or assembling the vehicle. The body must have a properly released title and a bill of sale from the previous owner. The frame only may be transferred with a copy of a bill of sale given by the legal owner showing the vehicle identification number (VIN). Other significant parts that are used must be verified by traceable invoices identifying the part or parts from an established new or used parts outlet. If the other significant parts are purchased from a private party, a bill of sale showing the seller's name and address is required. A Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) must accompany the documents for manufactured kits or if no MCO was issued, a factory invoice or bill of sale from the selling dealer is acceptable. (5-8-09)
02. Model Year for Replica Vehicles. The model year for replica vehicles will be the year that the vehicle replicates. The model year for assembled vehicles will be the model year of the vehicle body. (5-8-09)
03. Inspection by a Motor Vehicle Investigator. When the vehicle is in operating condition an inspection by a motor vehicle investigator is required. A fee of twenty-five dollars ($25) is required for this inspection and the preparation of the statement of fact and indemnifying statement. In addition, if a vehicle identification number is assigned, the fee required by Section 49-202(2)(j), Idaho Code, will be charged. If the vehicle is eligible to be registered for road use, the owner shall complete a self certification form prescribed by the department stating that the vehicle is in compliance with Chapter 9, Title 49, Idaho Code, and meets the federal motor vehicle safety and emission standards in effect for the model year and type of vehicle. (5-8-09)
IDAPA 39.02.12.100
100. GENERAL.
The Department shall issue a Certificate of Title on any vehicle if the applicant can show proper documentation of ownership, there are no undisclosed security interests in the vehicle, and other requirements for titling have been satisfied. Such proper documentation shall be limited to: (4-4-13)
01. Certificate of Title. A valid Idaho Certificate of Title or a valid Certificate of Ownership issued by another state, province or country according to the applicable laws of another state, province or country which has been duly assigned or transferred to the applicant; or (12-26-90)
02. MCO/MSO. A properly executed Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO) in the case of a new vehicle being titled for the first time. (4-4-13)
03. Certificate of Registration. A Certificate of Registration from a non-titling state, province or country, together with a bill of sale from the registrant if other than the applicant. (4-4-13)
04. Transfer by Operation of Law. In the case of a transfer by operation of law, a certified copy of a valid court order, decree, or instrument upon which the claim of possession and ownership is founded, passing title to the applicant as a matter of law (for example: a property settlement, divorce decree, bankruptcy, execution sale, or probate), together with an affidavit by the person or agent of the person to whom possession of the vehicle so passed, setting forth facts entitling him to possession and ownership. (4-4-13)
05. Salvage Vehicles. For a salvage vehicle, a salvage certificate of title or other salvage ownership document issued by another state, province, or country according to the applicable laws of that state, province, or country, duly assigned or transferred to the applicant. (4-4-13)
06. Homemade Vehicles. In the case of homemade vehicles (vehicles not made by a manufacturer as defined by Section 49-114, Idaho Code) a bill of sale for the major component parts which shall include the following information: (12-26-90)
a. Name of builder; (12-26-90)
b. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or engine number for a motorcycle, if applicable; (12-26- 90)
c. Description of major component part, (by make, body type, year of manufacture, if applicable); (12-26-90)
d. Purchase price; (12-26-90)
e. Signature of seller. (12-26-90)
07. Reconstructed and Specially Constructed Vehicles. For a reconstructed vehicle as defined by Section 49-123(m), Idaho Code, or a specially constructed vehicle as defined by Section 49- 123(p), Idaho Code, the original ownership document shall be submitted for the vehicle from which the body or cab being used has been taken unless the vehicle is from a state that requires the ownership document to remain with the frame in which case a copy of the ownership document verified to be a true and correct copy of the original, together with a bill of sale from the owner to whom the ownership document was issued if different than the applicant, shall be required. A bill of sale shall also be submitted for any of the following major components used in the vehicle's construction: (4-4-13)
a. Frame or rails; (12-26-90)
b. Engine or short block; (12-26-90)
c. Transmission and/or transfer case; (12-26-90)
d. Front and rear clips; (12-26-90)
e. Truck bed or box; or (12-26-90)
IDAPA 39.02.42.100
100. INSUFFICIENT PROOF OF OWNERSHIP INCLUDES.
01. Vehicle Record. The vehicle for which record of ownership is unavailable; (12-26-90)
02. Title. The applicant does not have the title from the previous owner; (12-26-90)
03. Release of Interest. The previous owner of record has not released interest in the title; (12-26-90)
04. Bill of Sale. The possessor has the unreleased title but does not have a bill of sale to support transfer of ownership; (12-26-90)
05. Vehicle Identification Number. The title vehicle identification number (VIN) and the VIN on the vehicle do not match (except for obvious typographical errors); or (12-26-90)
06. Documentation for Component Part. Component parts of a homemade, reconstructed or specially constructed vehicle cannot be documented. (12-26-90)
IDAPA 39.02.60.200
200. LICENSE PLATE PROVISIONS FOR SPECIAL PLATES.
01. Year of Manufacture Plates. (1-3-92)
a. Owners of vehicles manufactured up through 1974, excluding model years 1969, 1971, 1972, and 1973, but including and ending with model year 1974, may apply for the renewal and use of previously canceled Idaho license plates which were originally issued to the same category of vehicle, where the year designation of the plate matches the year of manufacture of a motor vehicle. (4-2-08)
b. The license plate must be in serviceable condition as originally manufactured, i.e., must not be marred, bent, faded, or otherwise damaged to the point it is illegible. If the plate is repainted to bring it to a serviceable condition, the colors shall match the original colors as closely as possible. The quality of the repaint must equal or exceed the original quality. The plate cannot be a duplicate of a previously manufactured plate still in use. (4-2-08)
c. The application for use of the plate shall include a statement signed by the applicant attesting that the applicant understands, if the plate use is approved, the plate does not have reflectorized material which meets the requirements of Section 49-443, Idaho Code. The responsibility for any accident or injury arising out of the possible consequence of not having this reflectorized safety feature on the license plate shall be borne by the registrant. (1-3-92)
d. The license plate number sequence applied for cannot duplicate another existing "year of manufacture" license plate number already in use. (4-2-08)
e. "Classic" or "Old Timer" plates may be used in conjunction with this revived plate at the option of the registrant. (1-3-92)
02. Centennial License Plates. Personalized and regular number plates are available in the centennial format. (4-2-08)
From Idaho Code:
I.C. § 49-408. Street rod
(1) Any motor vehicle manufactured prior to the year 1949, or designed and manufactured to resemble such a vehicle and which has been certified as a street rod may be registered as a street rod under the provisions of this section. However, the provisions of this section shall not apply to any vehicle with a registered maximum gross weight over twenty-six thousand (26,000) pounds.
(2) Any street rod shall have all equipment in operating condition which was specifically required by law as a condition for its first sale after manufacture. No law requiring any particular equipment or specifying any standards to be met by motor vehicles shall apply to street rods unless it so specifically states.
(3) Upon receipt of an application on a form prescribed by the department for a special street rod automobile plate, accompanied by other documentation required in this section, the department shall issue to the applicant a special street rod automobile plate which shall be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. The registration certificate need not specify the weight of the street rod, and the plate issued shall bear no date but shall bear the inscription "Street Rod," "Idaho," a picture of a 1929 highway roadster, and the registration number issued for the street rod, and the plate shall be valid upon annual renewal under section 49-402 or 49-434(1), Idaho Code, as long as the vehicle is in existence. The plate will be issued for the applicant's use only for the particular vehicle, and in the event of a transfer of title, the transferor may hold the plate and transfer it to another qualifying street rod.
(4) In addition to the regular registration fees required in section 49-402(1) or 49-434(1), Idaho Code, the applicant shall pay the initial program fee and the annual program fee specified in section 49-402, Idaho Code. All revenues from the initial program fee and the annual program fee shall be deposited in the state highway account.
(5) The department has the power to revoke any registration issued under this section for cause shown for failure of the applicant to comply with the provisions of this section.
I.C. § 49-407. Year of manufacture plate
Pursuant to rules of the department, any person who is the owner of a motor vehicle with any model year up to and through 1974 which is registered under section 49-402(1), Idaho Code, or section 49-434(1), Idaho Code, may display on the rear of the vehicle an authentic Idaho plate manufactured with a painted or embossed year matching the model year of the vehicle. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any vehicle with a registered maximum gross weight over twenty-six thousand (26,000) pounds.
In addition to the regular registration fees required in sections 49-402(1), and 49-434(1), Idaho Code, the applicant shall pay the initial program fee and the annual program fee specified in section 49-402, Idaho Code. All revenues from the initial program fee and the annual program fee shall be deposited in the state highway account.
I.C. § 49-406. Idaho old timer--Special license plate program--Registration and standard license plates
(1) Any motor vehicle manufactured prior to January 1, 1943, that is maintained to its original likeness using original-type parts and materials, without major modifications shall be known as an "Idaho Old Timer." Any motor vehicle which is altered from its original design is not an "Idaho Old Timer" as herein defined.
(2) Any motor vehicle which qualifies as an "Idaho Old Timer" shall be used for exhibits, parades, tours, club activities and such occasional use as is necessary for operation and maintenance of the vehicle, and shall not be used for business or commercial purposes or as customary and usual transportation.
(3) Applicants for a special "Idaho Old Timer" license plate shall pay an initial program fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and the license plate fee required in section 49-450, Idaho Code, for each "Idaho Old Timer" plate which shall be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. The initial program fee shall be deposited in the state highway account, and the plate manufacturing fee shall be deposited in the plate manufacturing account.
(4) Once every three (3) years, on a schedule set by the department, an ownership verification form shall be mailed to each plate holder on file with the department. The owner shall provide such information as is requested by the department to verify ownership of the vehicle(s) and that the special license plate(s) is still in use by the owner. A fee of three dollars ($3.00) shall be charged by the department for each vehicle. This fee shall be deposited in the state highway account to defray costs of the license plate program. If the owner no longer has an interest in a vehicle(s) the owner may retain the plates as specified in subsection (7) of this section. If the ownership verification form is not returned by the date specified by the department, the registration record will be purged from the files of the department. Any further use of the plate is lost to the owner and the plate number becomes available for issue to another applicant.
The reissue of license plates as specified in section 49-443(2), Idaho Code, shall not be required unless there is a general consensus among the majority of plate holders that a new plate design is needed. Representatives of the plate holders shall make the request known to the department. The cost of manufacturing a new design will be set by the department based upon the cost of manufacturing supplies and administering the reissue. The equivalent cost of each plate will be charged to each plate holder who purchases the new plate. If a new plate design is authorized, the design and color shall be approved by representatives of the interest group. The design, color and numbering scheme shall also be subject to approval of the department. The existing plate design will be canceled and all plate holders, present and future shall purchase and display the new plate.
(5) An applicant for the special "Idaho Old Timer" plate shall execute an affidavit on a form provided by the department that the vehicle qualifies as an old timer and shall only be used for the purposes allowed.
The department shall have the authority to refuse to issue a plate and may demand the return of such plate if the applicant has failed to comply with the provisions of this section.
(6) If an "Idaho Old Timer" is to be used as customary and usual transportation, or for business or commercial purposes, the owner shall register the vehicle under the provisions of section 49- 402, or section 49-434, Idaho Code, as applicable, and shall obtain and display the standard issue of license plates after payment of the plate fee required in section 49-450, Idaho Code. It shall be permissible to display both the standard issue of plates and the special "Idaho Old Timer" plate.
(7) Whenever title or interest in an Old Timer vehicle is transferred or assigned, the transferor may retain the plates for use on another vehicle which qualifies by providing the information required in subsection (5) of this section and by paying the required transfer fee. If the vehicle is also registered under the provisions of section 49-402 or section 49-434, Idaho Code, the provisions of section 49-431, Idaho Code, relating to the procedure for assignment and transfer of interest, shall apply.
I.C. § 49-406A. Idaho classic--Special license plate program--Registration and standard license plates
(1) Any motor vehicle or motorcycle which is at least thirty (30) years old that does not qualify as an "Idaho Old Timer" and that is maintained to its original likeness using original-type parts and materials, without major modifications shall be known as an "Idaho Classic." Any motor vehicle which is altered from its original design is not an "Idaho Classic" as herein defined.
(2) Any motor vehicle or motorcycle which qualifies as an "Idaho Classic" shall be used for exhibits, parades, tours, club activities and such occasional use as is necessary for operation and maintenance of the vehicle, and shall not be used for business or commercial purposes or as customary and usual transportation.
(3) Applicants for a special "Idaho Classic" license plate shall pay an initial program fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and the license plate fee required in section 49-450, Idaho Code, for each Idaho classic plate which shall be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. The initial program fee shall be deposited in the state highway account, and the plate manufacturing fee shall be deposited in the plate manufacturing account.
(4) Once every three (3) years, on a schedule set by the department, an ownership verification form shall be mailed to each plate holder on file with the department. The owner shall provide such information as is requested by the department to verify ownership of the vehicle(s) and that the special plate(s) is still in use by the owner. A fee of three dollars ($3.00) shall be charged by the department for each vehicle. This fee shall be deposited in the state highway account to defray costs of the license plate program. If the owner no longer has an interest in a vehicle(s) the owner may retain the plate as specified in subsection (7) of this section. If the ownership verification form is not returned by the date specified by the department, the registration record will be purged from the files of the department. Any use of the plate(s) is lost to the owner and the plate number becomes available for issue to another applicant.
The reissue of license plates as specified in section 49-443(2), Idaho Code, shall not be required unless there is a general consensus among the majority of plate holders that a new plate design is needed. Representatives of the plate holders shall make the request known to the department. The cost of manufacturing a new design will be set by the department based upon the cost of manufacturing supplies and administering the reissue. The equivalent cost of each plate will be charged to each plate holder who purchases the new plate. If a new plate design is authorized, the design and color shall be approved by representatives of the interest group. The design, color and numbering scheme shall also be subject to the approval of the department. The existing plate design will be canceled and all plate holders, present and future shall purchase and display the new plate.
(5) An applicant for the special "Idaho Classic" plate shall execute an affidavit on a form provided by the department that the vehicle or motorcycle qualifies as an "Idaho Classic" and shall only be used for the purposes allowed.
The department shall have the authority to refuse to issue the plate and may demand the return of such plate if the applicant has failed to comply with the provisions of this section.
(6) If an "Idaho Classic" is to be used as customary and usual transportation, or for business or commercial purposes, the owner shall register the vehicle under the provisions of section 49- 402, or section 49-434, Idaho Code, as applicable, and shall obtain and display the standard issue of license plates after payment of the plate fee required in section 49-450, Idaho Code. It shall be permissible to display both the standard issue of plates and the "Idaho Classic" plate.
(7) Whenever title or interest in an Idaho classic motor vehicle or motorcycle is transferred or assigned, the transferor may retain the special plate for use on another vehicle which qualifies by providing the information required in subsection (5) of this section and by paying the required transfer fee. If the vehicle is also registered under the provisions of section 49-402 or section 49-434, Idaho Code, the provisions of section 49-431, Idaho Code, relating to the procedure for assignment and transfer of interest, shall apply.
I.C. § 49-428. Display of plate and stickers
(1) License plates assigned to a motor vehicle shall be attached, one (1) in the front and the other in the rear, with the exception of the following:
(a) The license plate assigned to a motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, utility type vehicle, motorbike or semitrailer and the license plate assigned to a motor vehicle operated by a manufacturer, repossession agent or dealer shall be attached to the rear.
(b) Vehicles displaying year of manufacture, old timer, classic car or street rod license plates shall be allowed to display one (1) plate attached to the rear of the vehicle.
(c) The license plate attached to a tractor shall be attached to the front.
(d) The wrecker plate shall be displayed on the vehicle being towed in such a manner as to be visible when the vehicle being towed is approached from the rear.
License plates shall be displayed during the current registration year. The annual registration sticker for the current registration year shall be displayed on each license plate, except for trailers and semitrailers on extended registration under the provisions of section 49-434, Idaho Code. For the purposes of this title, the license plates together with the registration stickers shall be considered as license plates for the year designated on the registration sticker.
(2) Every license plate shall at all times be securely fastened to the vehicle to which it is assigned to prevent the plate from swinging, be at a height not less than twelve (12) inches from the ground, measuring from the bottom of the plate, be in a place and position to be clearly visible, and shall be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to be clearly legible, and all registration stickers shall be securely attached to the license plates and shall be displayed as provided in section 49-443(4), Idaho Code.
I.C. § 49-523. Procedure when department unsatisfied as to ownership or security interests-- Temporary registration procedure
(1) If the department is not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle or that there are no undisclosed security interests in it, the department may register the vehicle, but shall either:
(a) Withhold issuance of a certificate of ownership until the applicant presents documents reasonably sufficient to satisfy the department as to the applicant's ownership of the vehicle and that there are no undisclosed security interests in it; or
(b) As a condition of issuing a certificate of ownership, require the applicant to file with the department all documents held as to the applicant's ownership of the vehicle, together with a bond in the form prescribed by the department and executed by the applicant, or a deposit of cash in a like amount. The bond shall be in an amount equal to one and one-half (1 ½ ) times the value of the vehicle, as determined by the department, and conditioned to indemnify any prior owner and secured party and any subsequent purchaser of the vehicle or person acquiring any security interest in it, and their respective successors in interest, against any expense, loss or damage, including reasonable attorney's fees, by reason of the issuance of the certificate of ownership of the vehicle, or on account of any defect in or disclosed security interest upon the right, title and interest of the applicant in and to the vehicle. Any such interested person has a right of action to recover on the bond for any breach of its conditions, but the aggregate liability of the surety to all persons shall not exceed the amount of the bond. The bond, or any cash deposit, shall be returned at the end of three (3) years, or prior to that time if the vehicle is no longer registered in this state and the current valid certificate of ownership is surrendered to the department, unless the department has been notified of the pendency of an action to recover on the bond.
(c) As to a vehicle at least ten (10) model years old, an applicant who is a resident of the state of Idaho may file with the department, before its authorized representative, a verified statement of facts setting out in detail the manner in which the applicant came into possession of the vehicle, the establishment of ownership, and a summary of the applicant's attempts to contact any prior owners of the vehicle. Upon receipt by the department of the verified statement and all documentation relating to the applicant's possession of the vehicle, and completion of an inspection of the vehicle identification number by an authorized representative of the department, the applicant shall execute a document in the form provided by the department releasing it of any and all damages that may be suffered by the applicant, along with warranties that the applicant will pay any and all damages suffered by any person or entity as to the issuance of a title for that vehicle by the department. The department shall then issue a certificate of title to the applicant in a form set out by this section. The certificate of title shall include the statement, "ISSUED ON STATEMENT OF APPLICANT," in permanent letters upon its face. The title issued pursuant to this subsection shall be presumed to indicate legal ownership of the vehicle at the end of the three (3) year period from the date of issue of that title, provided the vehicle is still registered in the state of Idaho, and there are no actions or claims pending against the applicant which place legal ownership in question. The department and the state of Idaho shall be immune as to any damages suffered by any person or entity as a result of the issuance of a certificate of title as provided by this subsection.
(2) Every dealer desiring the privilege of issuing temporary registration permits for the operation of vehicles shall make application to the department. If the privilege is granted, the dealer will receive a series of permits, consecutively numbered by the department, secured by the dealer at a fee of nine dollars ($9.00) for each permit. A permit subsequently issued by a dealer to a purchaser shall be valid for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days.
The dealer shall issue temporary registration permits in numerical sequence, one (1) only for each vehicle sold to a bona fide purchaser. Each permit, and the attached stub, shall be completed in duplicate, in ink or by typewriter at the time of issuance. The expiration date on the original permit shall be filled in by rubber stamp or broad-tipped marking pen, and the print shall be at least three-fourths ( ¾ ) inch high and one-eighth ( ⅛ ) inch wide. The original permit shall be displayed in the rear window of the vehicle for which it is issued, except when issued for a convertible, station wagon, motorcycle, or other vehicle for which this would not be practical. In these exceptional cases, the permit should be conspicuously displayed in a place where the number of the permit and the expiration date may be easily read and where protected from exposure to weather conditions which would render it illegible.
(3) The dealer shall keep a written record of every temporary registration permit issued. This record shall include the name and address of the person or firm to whom the permit is issued, a description of the vehicle for which it is issued, including year, make, model, identification number, and the date of issue. This record shall list all permits in numerical sequence and shall be open to inspection by any peace officer or designated employee of the department.
(4) The fees collected from dealers by the department under the provisions of this section shall be transmitted by the department to the state treasurer for deposit in the highway distribution account.
(5) Upon application for title and for registration of a vehicle for which temporary registration has been issued under this section, the county assessor shall collect and fees shall be deemed due from the date of issuance of the temporary registration permit rather than from the date of application for title or registration.
(6) The department or a county assessor may issue temporary vehicle registration permits in an emergency situation. The fee for a temporary registration shall be nine dollars ($9.00) and shall be valid for a period of thirty (30) days. The temporary fees collected by the department shall be transmitted to the state treasurer for deposit in the highway distribution account. Temporary fees collected by an assessor shall be distributed as follows: five dollars ($5.00) shall be deposited in the county current expense fund and four dollars ($4.00) shall be transmitted to the department for deposit through the state treasurer in the highway distribution account.
I.C. § 49-518. Altering or forging certificate--Stolen cars--Destroying or altering engine or decal number--Use of fictitious name—Fraud
It shall be a felony for any person to:
(1) Alter or forge any certificate of title or salvage certificate of ownership to a vehicle, or any assignment thereof, or any cancellation of any liens on a vehicle; or
(2) Hold or use a certificate of title or salvage certificate of ownership or assignment or cancellation knowing it to be altered or forged; or
(3) Procure or attempt to procure a certificate of title to a vehicle, or to pass or attempt to pass a certificate of title or any assignment to a vehicle, knowing or having reason to believe that the vehicle has been stolen; or
(4) Sell or offer for sale in this state a vehicle on which the motor number, manufacturer's serial number, or "repaired vehicle" or "reconstructed vehicle" decal has been destroyed, removed, covered, altered or defaced, with knowledge of that destruction, removal, covering, alteration or defacement of the motor number, manufacturer's serial number, or "repaired vehicle" or "reconstructed vehicle" decal; or
(5) Use a false or fictitious name, or give a false or fictitious address, or make a false statement in any application or affidavit required under the provisions of this chapter, or any bill of sale or sworn statement of ownership, or otherwise commits a fraud in any application; or
(6) Purport to sell or transfer a vehicle without delivering to the purchaser or transferee a certificate of title or salvage certificate of ownership duly assigned to the purchaser.
I.C. § 49-402. Annual registration
(1) The annual fee for operating each pickup truck, each neighborhood electric vehicle and each other motor vehicle having a maximum gross weight not in excess of eight thousand (8,000) pounds and that complies with the federal motor vehicle safety standards as defined in section 49-107, Idaho Code, shall be:
Vehicles one (1) and two (2) years old: $69.00
Vehicles three (3) and four (4) years old: $57.00
Vehicles five (5) and six (6) years old: $57.00
Vehicles seven (7) and eight (8) years old: $45.00
Vehicles over eight (8) years old: $45.00
There shall be twelve (12) registration periods, starting in January for holders of validation registration stickers numbered 1, and proceeding consecutively through December for holders of validation registration stickers numbered 12, each of which shall start on the first day of a calendar month and end on the last day of the twelfth month from the first day of the beginning month. Registration periods shall expire midnight on the last day of the registration period in the year designated by the validation registration sticker. The numeral digit on the validation registration stickers shall, as does the registration card, fix the registration period under the staggered registration system for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration.
A vehicle that has once been registered for any of the above-designated periods shall, upon reregistration, be registered for the period bearing the same number, and the registration card shall show and be the exclusive proof of the expiration date of registration and licensing.
Vehicles may be initially registered for less than a twelve (12) month period, or for more than a twelve (12) month period, and the fee prorated on a monthly basis if the fractional registration tends to fulfill the purpose of the monthly series registration system.
(2) For all school buses operated either by a nonprofit, nonpublic school or operated pursuant to a service contract with a school district for transporting children to or from school or in connection with school-approved activities, the annual fee shall be twenty-four dollars ($24.00) and shall be subject to staggered registration for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration.
(3) For all motorcycles and motor-driven cycles that comply with the federal motor vehicle safety standards, operated upon the public highways, the annual fee shall be nineteen dollars ($19.00) and shall be subject to staggered registration for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration.
(4) For operation of an all-terrain vehicle, utility type vehicle or motorbike, excluding a motorbike with an engine displacement of fifty (50) cubic centimeters or less, on city, county or highway district roads or highways open to such use, a restricted vehicle license plate fee pursuant to section 49-450, Idaho Code, shall be paid. In addition, the registration fee specified in section 67-7122, Idaho Code, shall be paid as provided in section 67-7122, Idaho Code. The registration and restricted vehicle license plate exemption provided in section 49-426(2), Idaho Code, applies to all-terrain vehicles, utility type vehicles, motorbikes and motorcycles used for the purposes described in section 49-426(2), Idaho Code. Nonresidents shall be allowed to purchase a restricted vehicle license plate and sticker for an all-terrain vehicle, utility type vehicle or motorbike.
(5) For all motor homes, the fee shall be as specified in subsection (1) of this section and shall be in addition to the fees provided for in section 49-445, Idaho Code.
(6) Registration fees shall not be subject to refund.
(7) A financial institution or repossession service contracted to a financial institution repossessing vehicles under the terms of a security agreement shall move the vehicle from the place of repossession to the financial institution's place of business on a repossession plate. The repossession plate shall also be used for demonstrating the vehicle to a prospective purchaser for a period not to exceed ninety-six (96) hours. The registration fees for repossession plates shall be as required in subsection (1) of this section for a vehicle one (1) and two (2) years old. All other fees required under chapter 4, title 49, Idaho Code, shall be in addition to the registration fee. The repossession plate shall be subject to staggered registration for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration.
(8) A wrecker or towing business engaged in the process of towing motorized vehicles, which have been wrecked, abandoned, salvaged or may be disabled, may apply for a wrecker plate to be displayed on those vehicles being towed, provided the power unit is properly registered under this chapter. The registration fees for wrecker plates shall be as required in subsection (1) of this section for a vehicle one (1) and two (2) years old. All other fees required under chapter 4, title 49, Idaho Code, shall be in addition to the registration fee and shall be subject to staggered registration for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration.
(9) In addition to the annual registration fee in this section, there shall be an initial program fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and an annual program fee of fifteen dollars ($15.00) for all special license plate programs for those license plates issued pursuant to sections 49-404A, 49- 407, 49-408, 49-409, 49-414, 49-416, 49-418 and 49-418D, Idaho Code. For special plates issued pursuant to sections 49-406 and 49-406A, Idaho Code, there shall be an initial program fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) but there shall be no annual renewal fee. For special plates issued pursuant to sections 49-415D, 49-417, 49-417A, 49-417B, 49-417C, 49-417D, 49-418A, 49-418B, 49-418C, 49-419, 49-419A, 49-419C, 49-419E, 49-420, 49-420A, 49-420B, 49-420C, 49-420D, 49- 420E, 49-420J, 49-420K, 49-420L, 49-420M, 49-420N, 49-420O, 49-420P, and 49-420Q, Idaho Code, and any new special plate program effective on and after January 1, 2013, pursuant to section 49-402D, Idaho Code, there shall be an initial program fee of thirty-five dollars ($35.00) and an annual program fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). The fees contained in this subsection shall be applicable to all new special plate programs and shall be subject to staggered registration for the purpose of reregistration and notice of expiration. The initial program fee and the annual program fee shall be deposited in the state highway account and shall be used to fund the cost of administration of special license plate programs, unless otherwise specified by law.
(10) Any vehicle that does not meet federal motor vehicle safety standards shall not be registered and shall not be permitted to operate on public highways of the state, as defined in section 40-117, Idaho Code, unless otherwise specifically authorized.
(11) In addition to annual registration fees as provided in this section, registrants may pay a fee to purchase an Idaho state parks passport authorizing resident motor vehicle entry into all Idaho state parks. Registrants may pay the fee for a one (1) year or two (2) year period of time. The fee shall be ten dollars ($10.00) for one (1) year and twenty dollars ($20.00) for two (2) years. All fees collected pursuant to this subsection shall be deposited into the park and recreation fund and shall be subject to appropriation. Fees collected pursuant to this subsection shall not be considered a motor vehicle registration fee as provided in section 17, article VII, of the constitution of the state of Idaho.
I.C. § 49-431. Assignment or transfer of interest--procedure
(1) Whenever the owner of a vehicle registered under the provisions of sections 49-402 and 49- 402A, Idaho Code, transfers or assigns his title or interest thereto, the registration card and license plate shall remain with and in the possession of the transferor, and before the license plate shall be displayed upon another vehicle owned by the transferor, the transferor shall have that vehicle registered as provided for in section 49-401A, Idaho Code. The transfer fees collected shall be paid to the county treasurer where the vehicle is registered and deposited in the county current expense fund or in the state highway account if the transfer is made by the department.
(a) For all vehicles registered under the provisions of section 49-402(1), Idaho Code, the transferor shall pay the registration fee as specified in that subsection less the registration fee already paid, plus a transfer fee of five dollars ($5.00). If the transferor shall have an older vehicle to be registered, the transferor shall pay a transfer fee of five dollars ($5.00).
(b) For vehicles registered in accordance with subsections (2) through (4) of section 49-402, Idaho Code, the operating fee shall be the fee specified in those subsections, plus a transfer fee of five dollars ($5.00).
(c) For utility trailers registered under the provisions of section 49-402A, Idaho Code, the original registration shall continue until its expiration date, upon payment of a transfer fee of five dollars ($5.00).
(2) For all vehicles registered under the fee schedule in section 49-434, Idaho Code, except proportionally registered vehicles under section 49-435, Idaho Code, the transferor shall pay the registration fee as specified in that section less the registration fee already paid, plus a transfer fee of five dollars ($5.00).
(3) For all vehicles registered under section 49-435, Idaho Code, the transferor shall pay the registration fee as specified in section 49-434, Idaho Code, apportioned according to the provisions of section 49-435, Idaho Code, less the apportioned fee previously paid plus a transfer fee of eight dollars ($8.00).
(4) In the event of a transfer by operation of law of the title or interest of an owner in and to a vehicle registered as specified in sections 49-402, 49-402A, 49-434 and 49-435, Idaho Code, as upon inheritance, devise or bequest, order in bankruptcy or insolvency, execution sale, repossession upon default in performing the terms of a lease or executory sales contract, or otherwise, the registration shall expire and the registration card and plates shall be surrendered to the department. The vehicle shall not be operated upon the highways until and unless the person entitled thereto shall apply for and obtain a new registration card and plates in accordance with the provisions of section 49-401A, Idaho Code. However, an administrator, executor, trustee or other representative of the owner, or a sheriff or other officer, or legal representative of any such person may operate or cause to be operated any vehicle upon the highway from the place of removal or place where formerly kept by the owner to a place of keeping or storage, provided the place of removal and place of destination are both located within the state of Idaho, and after obtaining a written permit from the department of the local police authorities having jurisdiction of the highways and upon displaying in plain sight upon the vehicle a placard bearing the name and address of the person authorizing and directing such movement, the placard to be plainly readable from a distance of one hundred (100) feet during daylight.