This bill amends K.S.A. 8-143a concerning vehicle registrations, specifically targeting the payment structure for truck and truck tractor annual registration fees. The bill raises the threshold for allowing quarterly payments from $100 to $300, meaning that only those fees exceeding $300 can be paid in quarterly installments. Additionally, it eliminates the previous two-quarter grace period for truck owners with delinquent payments, imposing immediate penalties for late payments. The bill also introduces a provision that if a quarterly payment is more than 10 days late, the entire annual registration fee becomes due, along with a 10% penalty.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the enforcement mechanisms for collecting unpaid fees, including the filing of a lien against the vehicle and the owner's property if payments are not made. It mandates that no certificate of title can be transferred or issued until all fees and penalties are paid in full. The bill also allows the division of vehicles to enlist the help of law enforcement to ensure compliance with these provisions. Overall, the changes aim to tighten the payment process and enhance the collection of registration fees for trucks and truck tractors in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-143a