The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code to update regulations regarding the display of temporary registration permits for vehicles. Key changes include the introduction of provisions that allow individuals to operate a vehicle with a valid temporary registration permit, which must be displayed on the rear window or in the location of the rear license plate. Additionally, the bill specifies that both number plates and temporary registration permits must be legible from a minimum distance of one hundred feet, ensuring visibility for law enforcement and other motorists.

Furthermore, the bill modifies penalties related to the alteration or forgery of registration cards and temporary registration permits, changing the classification from a class C felony to a misdemeanor. It also outlines various unlawful acts concerning vehicle registration, including operating a vehicle without proper registration or permits, and the consequences for failing to surrender registration materials upon demand. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance clarity and compliance in vehicle registration practices while establishing penalties for violations.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-37, 39-04-56
Adopted by the House Transportation Committee: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-36, 39-04-37, 39-04-56
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-36, 39-04-37, 39-04-56
Adopted by the Senate Transportation Committee: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-36, 39-04-37, 39-04-56
Enrollment: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-36, 39-04-37, 39-04-56
PREFILED: 39-04-11, 39-04-12, 39-04-37, 39-04-56