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Motor Vehicle Legal Questions and Answers
While the laws governing motor vehicles vary from state to state, there are some commonalities across the nation regarding titling and registration requirements including fees and taxes and driver's licenses. Here on LawServer you will find federal and state laws regarding motor vehicles, as well as related legal questions & Answers.
Nationals from countries that have ratified International Road Traffic Agreement can travel in their cars to the United States without U.S. license plates and driver's licenses. DOT must accept the trip in writing.
Vehicles imported by non-residents
Non-residents wishing to import their own cars should ensure they have the necessary documentation to avoid any additional taxes. This includes the bill of lading, the certificate of origin, and any other legal documents covering the vehicle. Additionally all documents related to the vehicle must be in English. If the vehicle is owned by more than one individual Each signature must be notarized and accompanied by a black-and-white copy of their valid driver's license or ID card. If they don't have these documents a Power of Attorney may be used to sign all the documents.
To allow an imported vehicle to be legally entitled in the United States, it must comply with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Particularly the DOT standards, motor vehicles less than 25 years old, conform to safety and bumper standards and that the manufacturer of each such automobile affix an inscription on each vehicle that states that it meets these standards.
EPA regulations also require that all vehicles must meet the standards for air pollution emissions. If motor vehicle accident attorney west virginia -resident wants to import a vehicle that doesn't meet the standards and is not registered, they must file EPA form 3520-1 and DOT form HS-7 with CBP at the moment of entry to receive prior approval from EPA.
Imported Racing Vehicles to Race
The laws that govern motor vehicles vary from one state to another, but there are some similarities across the country when it comes down to registering vehicles and obtaining an driving license. Highway, driver and vehicle safety are controlled by federal laws. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, within the Department of Transportation, establishes and enforces standards for vehicles and equipment. This includes motor sports-related requirements.
The first step in importing racing cars to the United States is to get written approval from DOT. This is only available for cars which are imported for the long term or temporarily used for racing purposes.
You will need an CAMS license and proof that you have competed in motorsports and that you have a legitimate need for a vehicle. You will also have to meet other compliance requirements such as fitting child restraints and 17-digit VIN plate.
The EPA will not allow you to import a race car into the US unless the car is in a race configuration at the time entry and doesn't have any features which make unsafe or unsuitable for use on roads and highways. You will have to select box 7 on the HS-7 customs form and then submit an EPA letter prior to the time your vehicle is cleared.
Imported Vehicles for Touring
Motorists who visit the United States as tourists from Central and South American countries which have accepted the Inter-American Convention of 1943 may drive their automobiles in the United States for one year or the period of validity of their documents or shorter as long as they do not need license plates or driver's permits. However, they are required to present EPA forms such as AP3520-1 and DOTHS-7 at the moment of entry.
Vehicles imported for touring purposes are also subject to a 40% Customs duty as well as 10% VAT and an ad valorem tax of 15 percent to 100% based on the displacement of the piston, using their book value as the basis. In addition spare parts included in the import vehicle are also subject to these taxes and duties. The owner of the car must be present in the presence of a person.
Vehicles imported for commercial purposes
The law defines a "motor vehicle" to be any machine capable of transporting people or property, and that is powered by something other than muscle power. This includes all vehicles, except for (a) electric personal mobility devices operated by a person who suffers from an impairment, (b) farm type tractor used for the farming or operation as well as equipment of snow plowing or husbandry, (c) vehicles that operate solely on rails or tracks or tracks, and (d) vehicles with all-terrain capabilities. The definition could differ slightly in different states, and any vehicles that do not qualify for exemption are subject to the registration, licensing and financial accountability laws of the state.
The motor vehicle division of the state governs used and new dealers as well as manufacturers, moving companies and other motor vehicle related businesses. It also enforces the state Lemon Law which offers relief for customers who can prove that they purchased the wrong vehicle or truck.
The definition of a"government motor" vehicle is any vehicle purchased by the executive branch through purchase, excess, forfeiture, commercial lease or GSA fleet lease, and used to carry out an agency's or activity's transport purpose. This includes both foreign and domestic fleets. The term also includes any vehicle that is used to respond to emergencies or provide other emergency services through the department of Public Safety. The definition excludes private vehicles used by police officers or firefighters ambulances, vehicles, and other vehicles owned by the commissioners court of a county with more than 1 million.