Subsection 222-1-150-10 - STICKER REPLACEMENT AND WINDOW TINT STATION LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESSES1. A business engaged in glass replacement as the primary source of income may apply to the Maine State Police for a license as a Sticker Replacement Station. A business engaged in vehicle window tinting or a licensed inspection station may apply for a license as a window tint station.2. Application Process A. An applicant for a Sticker Replacement Station or Window Tint Station license must apply on form(s) designated by the Maine State Police.B. The completed application and full payment of fees shall be sent to the Maine State Police Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit. Payment must be made by check or money order made payable to "Treasurer - State of Maine." NOTES: Sticker Replacement or Window Tint Station applications, materials, and licensing fee information may be obtained online, by consulting additionally provided guides and materials, or by contacting the Maine State Police Inspection Unit office.
Applicants should contact the Maine State Police Inspection Unit or check the Inspection Unit's website for current fee information. Applicants should note that there will be a charge for a State Bureau of Identification criminal records check.
C. False written statements on the application will be grounds to deny the applicant a license or will result in a license suspension if a license has been issued. False written statements may also result in criminal prosecution.3. Criteria for licensure A. An application for licensure shall require that the station premises be examined, and the on-site manager (operator) applicant be evaluated as to fitness and reliability. The determination of fitness and reliability of an operator applicant shall be based upon consideration of the following criteria:(1) Criminal convictions, subject to Maine law.(2) Whether the applicant has committed a motor vehicle violation related to vehicle equipment or motor vehicle inspections during the twelve (12) months prior to the date of application.(3) Whether the applicant's driver's license or right to operate a motor vehicle has been suspended or revoked during the three (3) years prior to the date of application.(4) Any other information that the Maine State Police deems relevant to ascertaining the honesty, integrity, and reliability of an operator applicant including, but not limited to, violations of these rules.B. The Maine State Police shall utilize, at a minimum, the following resources to determine the suitability of an applicant for licensure pursuant to this Chapter and applicable law: (1) State Bureau of Identification criminal history check.(2) Criminal history information from other states or jurisdictions.(3) Records of motor vehicle violations.(4) Records of administrative violations or other information relating to motor vehicle inspections.C. The station must meet the criteria for premises and tools as set forth in this Chapter.D. A Sticker Replacement or Window Tint Station license is valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance.4. If a license application is denied, the operator applicant may reapply for licensure after a specified time period noted in the denial letter.5. Notice; appeal. A. If a Sticker Replacement or Window Tint Station license is denied, the operator applicant making application must be notified of the denial in writing. The denial must include a brief explanation of the reason for the denial. A denial of a license is final agency action.B. An applicant may appeal a decision denying an application for licensure pursuant to Title 5 MRSA, Chapter 375. C.M.R. 16, 222, ch. 1, § 222-1-150, subsec. 222-1-150-10