This bill proposes revisions to motor vehicle law in Montana, specifically allowing for the voluntary cancellation or suspension of a vehicle's registration. It establishes that individuals can cancel or suspend their vehicle registration through a process defined by department rules, requiring consent from all registered owners if the vehicle is jointly owned. Vehicles with canceled or suspended registrations are prohibited from being driven on public roads. Additionally, the bill outlines the liability of individuals using vehicles with canceled or suspended registrations, stating that they are responsible for any tolls, fines, or damages incurred while operating the vehicle. The vehicle owner may also implead the driver in any legal action related to the vehicle's operation.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 61-14-101 of the Montana Code Annotated to grant the department rulemaking authority regarding the voluntary cancellation or suspension of vehicle registrations. New provisions include rules for generic specialty license plates, detailing specifications such as character limits, placement of sponsor information, and design limitations. The department is also tasked with creating rules to facilitate the end of a voluntary suspension of a vehicle's registration. The bill aims to streamline the registration process and clarify the responsibilities of vehicle owners and users in relation to registration status.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(1): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(2): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(3): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(4): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(5): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(6): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(7): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1(8): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_1: 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(1): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(10): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(2): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(3): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(4): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(5): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(6): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(7): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(8): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2(9): 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_2: 61-6-301, 61-14-101
HB0235_3: 61-14-101
HB0235_X(1): 61-14-101
HB0235_X(2): 61-14-101
HB0235_X(3): 61-14-101
HB0235_X(4): 61-14-101
HB0235_X(5): 61-14-101
HB0235_X: 61-14-101