Section R714-161-7 - Registration(1) When reviewing registration papers of a vehicle, the inspector shall: (a) check the vehicle registration certificate, vehicle identification number, license plate, 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 plate and comply with the following requirements: (a) if the vehicle is registered, verify the license plate is securely mounted and clearly visible; and(b) advise the customer when the license plate:(i) is not securely fastened to the 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) is not located in a clearly visible position; or(iii) is covered with foreign material or otherwise not clearly legible.Utah Admin. Code R714-161-7
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2016-20, effective 9/27/2016