The bill seeks to repeal sections 301.190 and 307.380 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri and replace them with new provisions that enhance motor vehicle safety inspections and the process for obtaining a certificate of ownership. Key requirements for applicants registering a motor vehicle or trailer are outlined, including the necessity of a certificate of ownership, required documentation, and associated fees. A significant addition is the mandate for vehicle inspections and verification of vehicle identification numbers by the Missouri State Highway Patrol for certain vehicles, particularly those with out-of-state titles or classified as reconstructed or specially constructed. Furthermore, the bill amends existing vehicle inspection laws by requiring that all used motor vehicles undergo a full inspection prior to sale, regardless of any existing inspection certificate, with specific exceptions for out-of-state buyers and low-mileage vehicles. Sellers are obligated to present the inspection certificate to buyers at the point of sale, which must be submitted for vehicle registration. The bill also allows for the sale of vehicles without an inspection certificate under certain conditions, such as for junk or salvage vehicles, and classifies violations of these provisions as infractions to streamline enforcement. Overall, the legislation aims to improve the safety and integrity of motor vehicle ownership and registration in Missouri.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (5248H.01): 301.190, 307.380