Section R714-160-7 - Registration(1) When reviewing vehicle registration papers, the inspector shall: (a) check the vehicle registration certificate, identification number on the vehicle, license plates, and vehicle description for agreement;(b) enter the manufacturer's vehicle identification number and license plate number into the online program or record on the safety inspection certificate if not using the online program;(c) advise the customer when paperwork disagreements are accidental or clerical in nature; and(d) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(i) the registration certificate, vehicle identification number, license plate, and vehicle description are not in agreement; or(ii) the vehicle identification number is missing or obscured.(2) The inspector shall examine the vehicle's license plates and complete the following requirements: (a) if the vehicle is registered, verify the license plates are securely mounted and clearly visible; and(b) advise the customer when: (i) a license plate is not securely fastened to the front and rear of the vehicle, in a horizontal position, not less than 12 inches from the ground when measured from the bottom of the license plate;(ii) a license plate is not located in a clearly visible position; or(iii) a license plate is covered with foreign material or otherwise not clearly legible.Utah Admin. Code R714-160-7
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2016-20, effective 9/27/2016