75 Pa.C.S. § 9207 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 92 / Section 9207
Restoration of highways.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department and the affected municipality shall jointly determine whether any rehabilitative work is required to put the highway or road in a satisfactory condition. The rehabilitative work may be done by department or municipal forces, or by contract, as the parties shall agree. If the work is to be performed by the department or its contractors, the highway or road transfer shall not be effective until all agreed upon rehabilitative work has been completed.

(b) Funding.--All restoration work shall be paid from the State Highway Transfer Restoration Restricted Account within the Motor License Fund, provided, however, that the department may in its discretion pay for any or all such work to be performed by the department or its contractors from funds made available to the county maintenance districts under section

9102 (relating to distribution of State highway maintenance funds). No funds shall be allocated to municipalities for the maintenance of highways transferred under this chapter out of section 4 of the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law, nor shall highways transferred under the provisions of this chapter be used to compute or determine the allocations of municipalities under that section.

(c) Public liability.--Upon transfer of any highway, the municipality shall assume the same public liability for the transferred highway as it assumes for other highways under municipal jurisdiction. (Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. imd.) 1998 Amendment. Act 151 amended subsec. (b). Special Provisions in Appendix. See section 4 of Act 3 of 1983 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to performance bond exemption for small highway construction contracts. See section 8 of Act 19 of 1983 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to performance bond exemption for small highway construction contracts.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3304 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 33 / Section 3304
Overtaking vehicle on the right.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The driver of a vehicle may overtake and pass upon the right of another vehicle only under one of the following conditions:

(1) When the vehicle overtaken is making or about to make a left turn, except that such movement shall not be made by driving off the berm or shoulder of the highway.

(2) Upon a roadway with unobstructed pavement of sufficient width for two or more lines of vehicles moving lawfully in the direction being traveled by the overtaken vehicle, except that such movement shall not be made by driving off the roadway.

(b) Limitation.--No passing movement under this section shall be made unless the movement can be made in safety. Cross References. Section 3304 is referred to in sections 1535, 3326, 3327 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1509 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 15 / Section 1509
Qualifications for school bus driver endorsement.
Status: in_force

(a) School bus driver requirements.--No person shall be issued an endorsement to operate a school bus unless the person:

(1) has successfully completed a course of instruction as provided in subsection (c);

(2) has satisfactorily passed a physical examination to be given in accordance with rules and regulations promulgated and adopted by the department;

(3) is 18 years of age or older; and

(4) is qualified to operate school buses in accordance with this title and the rules and regulations promulgated and adopted by the department.

(b) Proof of physical and vision examination.--

(1) Every school bus driver shall carry a certificate issued by an examining physician or practitioner recognized by the department pursuant to section 1508.1 (relating to physical examinations), indicating that the person has passed the prescribed physical examination, including an examination

of the eyes, within the preceding 13 months. The vision examination may be made by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

(2) The physical examination may include a hearing test subject to this subsection. A person who requires the use of a hearing aid must undergo a hearing test to ensure that the hearing aid is properly functioning in a manner that allows the person to meet the department's minimum hearing standards. The department may not require an electroacoustic analysis test report of a person's hearing aid to determine whether the hearing aid meets the manufacturer's specifications if the hearing test determines that the hearing aid is functioning in a manner that allows the person to meet the department's minimum hearing standards.

(c) School bus driver training program.--The department shall establish standards for a basic course and a refresher course for school bus drivers. The courses shall be conducted by school districts or groups of school districts or any State or Federal transportation association of school bus operators designated by the school district on a continuing basis, with the costs and responsibility for completion of the training to be borne by the school district or private or parochial school for which the drivers operate. (May 30, 1990, P.L.173, No.42, eff. Nov. 1, 1990; Dec. 10, 1996, P.L.925, No.149, eff. 60 days; Oct. 22, 2015, P.L.199, No.49, eff. 60 days; June 27, 2025, P.L.5, No.4, eff. 60 days) 2025 Amendment. Act 4 amended subsec. (b). 2015 Amendment. Act 49 amended subsecs. (a) and (b). Cross References. Section 1509 is referred to in section 1550 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3746 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3746
Immediate notice of accident to police department.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident shall immediately by the quickest means of communication give notice to the nearest office of a duly authorized police department if the accident involves:

(1) injury to or death of any person; or

(2) damage to any vehicle involved to the extent that it cannot be driven under its own power in its customary manner without further damage or hazard to the vehicle, other traffic elements, or the roadway, and therefore requires towing.

(a.1) Highly automated vehicles.--If a vehicle under subsection (a) is a highly automated vehicle operating with an ADS engaged or without a highly automated vehicle driver on

board, the requirements of this section are satisfied if the certificate holder for the highly automated vehicle, a person on behalf of the certificate holder for the highly automated vehicle or the highly automated vehicle immediately contacts a duly authorized police department to report the accident.

(b) Duty of occupant if driver disabled.--Whenever the driver of a vehicle is physically incapable of giving an immediate notice of an accident as required in subsection (a) and there is another occupant in the vehicle at the time of the accident capable of doing so, the occupant shall make or cause to be given the notice not given by the driver.

(c) Investigation by police officer.--Every accident reported to a police department required in this section shall be investigated by a police officer who shall provide each driver a signed statement that the accident was reported. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added subsec. (a.1). Cross References. Section 3746 is referred to in sections 1503, 1785, 3745.1, 3747, 8510.3 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4976.2 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4976.2
Permit for movement of eggs.
Status: in_force

(a) Authorization.--Except as set forth in subsection (b), all of the following apply:

(1) An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on highways to haul eggs to or from a processor by a combination of vehicles which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles).

(2) On a vehicle permitted under this section:

(i) overall gross weight may not exceed 95,000 pounds; and

(ii) weight on a nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds.

(b) Exception.--No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway. (Oct. 24, 2012, P.L.1473, No.187, eff. 60 days)

Amendment . Act 187 added section 4976.2. Cross References. Section 4976.2 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3731.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3731.1
Operators of commercial vehicles (Repealed).
Status: repealed

1990 Repeal. Section 3731.1 was repealed May 30, 1990, P.L.173, No.42, effective November 1, 1990.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1359 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1359
Special plates for steelworkers.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Upon application of any person who is a steelworker, accompanied by a fee of $20 which shall be in addition to the annual registration fee and by such documentation as the department shall require, the department shall issue to such person a special registration plate designating the vehicle so licensed as belonging to a person who is a steelworker. The special registration plate may be used only on a passenger car or a truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. The plate shall bear the likeness of the official emblem of the American Iron and Steel Institute.

(b) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "steelworker" means a person currently or formerly employed in the manufacture of steel or a surviving member of the steelworker's family. (July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 18, 2007, P.L.436, No.67, eff. 60 days; July 2, 2014, P.L.988, No.109, eff. 60 days)

2014 Amendment. Act 109 amended subsec. (a). 1996 Amendment. Act 115 added section 1359.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1601 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 16 / Section 1601
Short title of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Uniform Commercial Driver's License Act.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1815 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 18 / Section 1815
Penalties.
Status: in_force

Insurers that fail to file timely antifraud plans as required by sections 1811 (relating to filing of plans) and 1813 (relating to review by commissioner) are subject to the penalty provisions of section 320 of the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921. Insurers that do not make a good faith attempt to file an antifraud plan which complies with section 1812 (relating to content of plans) shall also be subject to the penalty provisions of section 320 of The Insurance Company Law of 1921, provided that no penalty may be imposed for the first filing made by an insurer under this subchapter. Insurers that fail to follow the antifraud plan shall be subject to a civil penalty for each violation, not to exceed $10,000, at the discretion of the commissioner after consideration of all relevant factors, including the willfulness of any violation.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8916 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 89 / Section 8916
Turnpike system.
Status: in_force

The turnpikes and the future toll road conversions authorized by this chapter are hereby or shall be made part of the Pennsylvania Turnpike System, as provided in the act of August 14, 1951 (P.L.1232, No.282), referred to as the Pennsylvania Turnpike System Financing Act.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1575 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 15 / Section 1575
Permitting violation of title.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--No person shall authorize or knowingly permit a motor vehicle owned by him or under his control to be driven in violation of any of the provisions of this title.

(b) Penalty.--Any person violating the provisions of subsection (a) is guilty of a summary offense and is subject to the same fine as the driver of the vehicle. If the driver is convicted under section 3735 (relating to homicide by vehicle while driving under influence) or 3802 (relating to driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance), the person violating subsection (a) shall also be subject to suspension or revocation, as applicable, under sections 1532 (relating to revocation or suspension of operating privilege), 1542 (relating to revocation of habitual offender's license) and 3804(e) (relating to penalties).

(c) Indemnification.--In cases where a driver of a motor vehicle is required to conduct a pretrip safety inspection pursuant to department regulations and is subsequently convicted of one or more equipment violations under this title, the owner of the vehicle shall indemnify the driver for any fines and costs paid if the specific equipment violation was listed on the driver's pretrip inspection report and acknowledged in writing by the owner. (May 30, 1990, P.L.173, No.42, eff. Nov. 1, 1990; Sept. 30, 2003, P.L.120, No.24, eff. Feb. 1, 2004) 2003 Amendment. Act 24 amended subsec. (b).
75 Pa.C.S. § 4925 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4925
Width of projecting loads on passenger vehicles.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--No passenger-type vehicle shall be operated on any highway with a load extending beyond the left side of the vehicle nor extending more than 12 inches beyond the right side of the vehicle.

(b) Exception.--This section does not apply to emergency vehicles.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1604 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 16 / Section 1604
Notification requirements for drivers.
Status: in_force

(a) Notification of convictions.--A driver of a commercial motor vehicle holding a driver's license issued by this Commonwealth who is convicted of violating a Federal or state law or local ordinance relating to motor vehicle traffic control in this or any other state or any Federal, provincial, territorial or municipal law relating to motor vehicle traffic control in Canada, other than parking violations, shall notify his employer in writing of the conviction within 15 days of the date of conviction.

(a.1) Notification of charges.--

(1) A driver of a commercial motor vehicle holding a driver's license issued by this Commonwealth who is cited, arrested or charged with violating a Federal or State law or local ordinance relating to motor vehicle traffic control in this or any other state or any Federal, provincial, territorial or municipal law relating to motor vehicle traffic control in Canada, other than parking violations, shall notify his employer in writing within 30 days of the date of receiving the citation or being arrested or officially charged.

(2) An employer that receives timely notice from an employee under paragraph (1) may not terminate the employee solely for providing the notice unless the employee is convicted of the violation.

(b) Notification of suspensions, revocations, cancellations and disqualifications.--Each driver of a commercial motor vehicle whose operating privilege is suspended, revoked or

canceled by any state, who loses the privilege to drive a commercial motor vehicle in any state for any period or who is disqualified from driving a commercial motor vehicle for any period, shall notify his employer of that fact before the end of the business day following the day the driver received notice of the suspension, revocation, cancellation, loss or disqualification.

(c) Notification of previous employment.--

(1) Each person who applies for employment as a commercial motor vehicle driver shall provide the employer, at the time of the application for employment, with the following information for the ten years preceding the date of application:

(i) A list of the names and addresses of the applicant's previous employers for which the applicant was a driver of a commercial motor vehicle.

(ii) The dates between which the applicant drove for each employer.

(iii) The reason for leaving that employer.

(2) The applicant shall certify that all information furnished is true and complete.

(3) An employer may require an applicant to provide additional and legally permitted information.

(d) Penalties.--

(1) Any person who violates subsection (a), (a.1) or

(c) commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100.

(2) Any person who violates subsection (b) commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $200.

(3) In addition to the fine contained in paragraph (1), any person who violates subsection (a) or (a.1) shall, upon conviction, pay an additional fine of $300 if the unreported conviction or citation, arrest or charge was related to any of the following violations:

(i) Violations under Subchapter B of Chapter 37 (relating to serious traffic offenses).

(ii) Section 3802 (relating to driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance).

(iii) A Federal or State law or local ordinance in any other state or any Federal, provincial, territorial or municipal law in Canada that is classified as a felony or is punishable by imprisonment for more than five years.

(iv) A Federal or State law or local ordinance in any other state or any Federal, provincial, territorial or municipal law in Canada that is related to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. (Nov. 25, 2020, P.L.1246, No.131) 2020 Amendment. Act 131 amended subsecs. (a) and (d) and added subsec. (a.1), effective in 60 days as to the amendment of subsecs. (a) and (d) and immediately as to the addition of subsec. (a.1). Cross References. Section 1604 is referred to in section 1605 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 77A02 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 77 / Section 77A02
Designation of golf cart crossings.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department on State-designated highways and a local authority on highways within the local authority's jurisdiction may designate a crossing within the jurisdiction as a golf cart crossing with official traffic-control devices for the crossings.

(b) Posting notices.--Adequate notice of golf cart crossing designations shall be sufficiently and prominently displayed.

(c) Golf cart crossing costs.--If a golf cart crossing is beneficial to residents of a homeowners association, a private college or other private entity, the homeowners association, private college or other private entity shall be responsible for costs incurred by the department or political subdivision.

(d) Liability.--Liability may not be imposed on the department or any other State agency or any political subdivision of this Commonwealth as a result of designating any crossing over any highway as a golf cart crossing as provided under subsection (a).
75 Pa.C.S. § 1732 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1732
Limits of coverage (Repealed).
Status: repealed

1990 Repeal. Section 1732 was repealed February 7, 1990, P.L.11, No.6, effective July 1, 1990.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 9 / Section 9
Promulgation of rules.
Status: in_force

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court Criminal Procedural Rules Committee shall promulgate rules as necessary to assist in the implementation of the addition of section 3807(a.1). Even in the absence of any such enacted rules, the addition of section 3807(a.1) shall take effect on the effective date of Act 58.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6153 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6153
Existing reciprocity agreements unaffected.
Status: in_force

All reciprocity and proportional registration agreements, arrangements and declarations relating to vehicles, in force and effect at the time this subchapter becomes effective, shall

continue in full force and effect until specifically amended or revoked by the secretary.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3813 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 38 / Section 3813
Work release.
Status: in_force

In any case in which an individual is sentenced to a period of imprisonment as a result of a conviction for violating a provision of this chapter, the judicial officer imposing the sentence shall consider assigning that individual to a daytime work release program. Any work release program permitted under this section shall be certified by the Drug and Alcohol Treatment program administration as being consistent with any drug and alcohol treatment requirements imposed under section 3814 (relating to drug and alcohol assessments).
75 Pa.C.S. § 1136 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1136
Duty of lienholder to disclose pertinent information.
Status: in_force

A lienholder named in a certificate of title shall, upon written request of the owner or of another lienholder named on the certificate, disclose any pertinent information as to the security agreement and the indebtedness secured by the agreement.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8510.3 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8510.3
Confidential records.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Information, data or records obtained by the department under this chapter shall not be subject to the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, if:

(1) The information, data or records constitute or reveal a trade secret or confidential proprietary information.

(2) Disclosure of the information, data or records could affect the safe operation of highly automated vehicles.

(b) Disclosure.--Except for information, data or records not subject to disclosure under the Right-to-Know Law or under subsection (a), the department shall provide the information in the certificate of compliance, accident information consistent with section 3746 (relating to immediate notice of accident to police department) or the data and information collected under section 8506(b) (relating to self-certification) to any requesting municipality where a highly automated vehicle is operating. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 8510.3.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7326 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7326
Publication.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--At any time after the date the watercraft trailer dealer receives notice from the department pursuant to section 7325 (relating to responsibility of department), the watercraft trailer dealer shall publish a notice, once a week for two consecutive weeks, in a newspaper of general circulation published in the county where the watercraft trailer dealer is

located, describing the watercraft trailer and any identifying number.

(b) Contents of notice.--The notice shall include information that all rights, title and interest in the watercraft trailer shall be transferred to a watercraft trailer dealer by operation of law unless the watercraft trailer is redeemed within 30 days of the date of the second publication. This notice may be combined with a publication of notice pursuant to 30 Pa.C.S. § 5337 (relating to publication for boats and related equipment). Cross References. Section 7326 is referred to in sections 7327, 7328 of this title; sections 5337, 5338 of Title 30 (Fish).
75 Pa.C.S. § 8918 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 89 / Section 8918
Failure to perform.
Status: in_force

(a) Notice.--The Secretary of the Budget shall send written notice to the commission and to the Governor of the failure of the commission to do any of the following:

(1) Make a payment to the department under this chapter or the lease agreement.

(2) Deliver a financial plan to the Secretary of the Budget within the time prescribed under section 8917 (relating to financial plan).

(b) Unanimous vote required.--

(1) Except as provided under paragraph (1.1), upon the receipt by the commission of the notice under subsection (a) and notwithstanding any other provision of law, action of the commission taken by vote of the commissioners shall require a unanimous vote of all commissioners. Violation of this paragraph shall render the action invalid.

(1.1) A unanimous vote shall not be required if it would prevent the commission from complying with any covenants made to current bondholders, debt holders or creditors.

(2) The requirement of paragraph (1) shall continue until:

(i) the required payments have been made to the department or the required financial plan has been delivered; and

(ii) the Secretary of the Budget has notified the commission and the Governor of that fact. (July 18, 2007, P.L.169, No.44, eff. imd.) 2007 Amendment. Act 44 added section 8918. Cross References. Section 8918 is referred to in section 8917 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9511.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 95 / Section 9511.1
Imposition of additional tax (Repealed).
Status: repealed

1997 Repeal. Section 9511.1 was repealed April 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, effective July 1, 1997.
75 Pa.C.S. § 2002 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 20 / Section 2002
Scope of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter applies to all rate filings for motor vehicle insurance. Rate filings for motor vehicle insurance shall also be subject to the act of June 11, 1947 (P.L.538, No.246), known as The Casualty and Surety Rate Regulatory Act. Where any conflict exists between this chapter and The Casualty and Surety Rate Regulatory Act, this chapter shall be applied so as to supersede The Casualty and Surety Rate Regulatory Act to the extent of the conflict.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9022 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 90 / Section 9022
Uncollectible checks.
Status: in_force

If a check issued in payment of tax, penalty or interest imposed by this chapter is returned to the department as uncollectible, the department shall charge a fee of $5 per hundred dollars or fractional part thereof, plus all protest fees, to the person presenting the check to the department.
75 Pa.C.S. § 2001 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 20 / Section 2001
Short title of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Motor Vehicle Insurance Rate Review Procedures Act.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3332 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 33 / Section 3332
Limitations on turning around.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The driver of any vehicle shall not turn the vehicle so as to proceed in the opposite direction unless the movement can be made in safety and without interfering with other traffic.

(b) Turns on curves or grades.--No vehicle shall be turned so as to proceed in the opposite direction upon any curve, or upon the approach to or near the crest of a grade, where the vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of any other vehicle approaching from either direction within 500 feet. Cross References. Section 3332 is referred to in section 1535 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6329 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 63 / Section 6329
Data collection and reporting relating to traffic stops.
Status: in_force

(a) Data collection.--Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, a Pennsylvania State Police officer or a local police officer shall collect, in a form and manner determined by the Pennsylvania State Police, the following information for any self-initiated traffic stop made under this title as authorized under section 6308 (relating to investigation by police officers):

(1) The reason for the traffic stop.

(2) The perceived race and ethnicity of the driver subject to the traffic stop.

(3) The gender and age of the driver subject to the traffic stop.

(4) Whether a search was initiated, including a search of a vehicle or the vehicle operator or passengers, and, if a search was initiated, whether the search was conducted with the consent of the operator or passengers.

(5) The results of a search.

(6) Whether the traffic stop or subsequent search resulted in a warning, citation, arrest or other action.

(7) Any additional information the Pennsylvania State Police deems necessary.

(b) Effect of failure to collect data.--The failure of a member of the Pennsylvania State Police or a local police officer to collect the data under subsection (a) shall not affect the validity of the underlying traffic stop.

(c) Report by local police departments.--On an annual basis, a local police department shall transmit the data collected under subsection (a) by the local police officers employed by the local police department to the Pennsylvania State Police, or a third party designated by the Pennsylvania State Police with experience in the analysis of such data, for the preparation of an annual analysis and report based on the data. Upon receipt of the data, the Pennsylvania State Police or the third party shall immediately make the annual analysis and report, including any aggregate analysis of the data, publicly available by posting the annual analysis and report on a publicly accessible Internet website and transmitting a copy of the annual analysis and report to all of the following:

(1) The chair and minority chair of the Transportation Committee of the Senate.

(2) The chair and minority chair of the Transportation committee of the House of Representatives.

(3) The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.

(4) The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.

(d) Guidance and directives.--The Pennsylvania State Police shall issue guidance to all of the following:

(1) If applicable, a third party designated by the Pennsylvania State Police on the organization and appearance of an analysis and report required under subsection (c).

(2) Each local police department on the required method, manner and schedule for transmitting the data collected under subsection (a) to the Pennsylvania State Police or a third party designated by the Pennsylvania State Police under subsection (c).

(e) Interdepartmental cooperation.--Local police departments may enter into agreements and jointly cooperate for the purpose of developing, sharing or implementing a system that satisfies this section.

(f) Applicability.--

(1) The requirements under this section do not apply to a local police department that, on the effective date of this paragraph, is collecting the data specified in subsection (a), providing the data to a third party for analysis and making the results available to the public.

(2) If a local police department stops collecting the data under subsection (a), providing the data to a third party for analysis or making the results available to the public, the local police department shall be subject to the requirements under this section.

(g) Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit data collected under this section from being shared with organizations that compile national data statistics. Data collected under subsection (a) shall not be accessible under the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law.

(h) Definitions.--As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Local police department." A police department that is:

(1) a regional police department that provides police services to more than one municipality pursuant to an agreement or contract and serves a total population of more than 5,000 according to the 2020 Federal decennial census; or

(2) a municipal police department for a municipality with a population of more than 5,000 according to the 2020 Federal decennial census.

"Local police officer." An employee of a local police department who is empowered to:

(1) Enforce 18 Pa.C.S. (relating to crimes and offenses) and this title.

(2) Make traffic stops under section 6308.

"Self-initiated traffic stop." A traffic stop, regardless of the outcome, that was initiated as a result of a reasonable suspicion or probable cause of a violation of traffic or criminal law. (June 5, 2024, P.L.366, No.18, eff. 18 months) 2024 Amendment. Act 18 added section 6329. The preamble of Act 18 provided that Act 18 may be referred to as Paul Miller's Law.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7712.5 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 77 / Section 7712.5
Issuance of new certificate following transfer.
Status: in_force

(a) Voluntary transfer.--The department, upon receipt of a properly assigned certificate of title with an application for a new certificate of title, the required fee and any other required documents and articles, shall issue a new certificate of title in the name of the transferee as owner and mail it to the first secured party named in the certificate or, if none, to the owner.

(b) Involuntary transfer.--The department, upon receipt of an application for a new certificate of title by a transferee other than by voluntary transfer, on a form prescribed and furnished by the department together with proof satisfactory to the department of the transfer, the required fee and any other required documents and articles, shall issue a new certificate of title in the name of the transferee as owner.

(c) Filing and retention of surrendered certificate.--The department shall file and retain for five years a surrendered certificate of title, or a copy, in such a manner as to permit the tracing of title of the snowmobile or ATV. (Dec. 12, 1986, P.L.1562, No.170, eff. 60 days; June 8, 2001, P.L.123, No.18, eff. July 1, 2001; June 25, 2001, P.L.701, No.68, eff. 120 days) 2001 Amendments. Act 68 overlooked the amendment by Act 18, but the amendments do not conflict in substance and have both been given effect in setting forth the text of section 7712.5.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3509 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 35 / Section 3509
Parking.
Status: in_force

(a) Sidewalks.--

(1) A person may park a pedalcycle on a sidewalk unless prohibited or restricted by an official traffic-control device.

(2) A pedalcycle parked on a sidewalk shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of pedestrian or other traffic.

(b) Roadways.--

(1) A pedalcycle may be parked on the roadway at any angle to the curb or edge of the roadway at any location where parking is allowed.

(2) A pedalcycle may be parked on the roadway abreast of another pedalcycle or pedalcycles near the side of the roadway at any location where parking is allowed.

(3) A person shall not park a pedalcycle on a roadway in such a manner as to obstruct the movement of a legally parked motor vehicle.

(4) In all other respects, pedalcycles parked anywhere on a highway shall conform with the provisions of Subchapter E of Chapter 33 (relating to stopping, standing and parking). Cross References. Section 3509 is referred to in section 3353 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6146 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6146
Enforcement agreements.
Status: in_force

The secretary may enter into agreements relating to enforcement of this title, including, but not limited to:

(1) the Driver License Compact and any other agreements to notify any state of violations incurred by residents of that state;

(2) agreements to suspend or revoke the operating privilege of Pennsylvania licensed drivers who are convicted in Federal court or in another state of any offense essentially similar to those enumerated in section 1532(a) and (b) (relating to revocation or suspension of operating privilege);

(3) agreements to disqualify the commercial driving privilege of Pennsylvania licensed drivers convicted in Federal court or in another state of offenses essentially similar to those resulting in disqualification under section 1611 (relating to disqualification);

(4) agreements to establish procedures for the seizure of suspended, revoked or disqualified drivers' licenses of residents of other states; and

(5) agreements to take measures to assure taking of chemical tests of breath, blood or urine and payment of fines or attendance at hearings by persons charged with these or other violations. (Dec. 15, 1982, P.L.1268, No.289, eff. 30 days; May 30, 1990, P.L.173, No.42, eff. Nov. 1, 1990) Cross References. Section 6146 is referred to in sections 1380, 1533, 1553, 1554, 1557 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1751 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1751
Organization.
Status: in_force

Insurers providing financial responsibility as required by law shall organize and maintain, subject to the approval and regulation of the Insurance Department, an Assigned Claims Plan and adopt rules for the operation and for the assessment of costs on a fair and equitable basis.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6118 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6118
Municipal police officer education and training.
Status: in_force

Beginning July 1, 2014, and each year thereafter, the sum of $5,000,000 is appropriated annually to the Pennsylvania State Police from the Motor License Fund to make payments under 53 Pa.C.S. § 2170 (relating to reimbursement of expenses) consistent with the requirements of section 11 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania. If money is not available to make full payments, the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission shall make payments on a pro rata basis. (Nov. 25, 2013, P.L.974, No.89, eff. 60 days)

Amendment. Act 89 added section 6118. See the preamble to Act 89 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to legislative findings and declarations.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1118 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1118
Suspension and cancellation of certificate of title.
Status: in_force

(a) Return of new vehicle.--The department may cancel the certificate of title issued for a new vehicle when it is shown by satisfactory evidence that the vehicle has been returned within the time specified in the department regulations to the manufacturer or dealer from whom obtained.

(b) Vehicles sold to nonresidents or abandoned, nonrepairable or salvage.--The department may cancel certificates of title for vehicles sold to residents of other states or foreign countries when the vehicle is to be registered in the other jurisdiction or for an abandoned vehicle processed under this title or a nonrepairable or salvage vehicle.

(c) Surrender of Pennsylvania certificate in other jurisdiction.--The department, upon receipt of notification from another state or foreign country that a certificate of title issued by the department has been surrendered by the owner in conformity with the laws of the other state or foreign country, may cancel the certificate of title.

(d) Surrender of foreign certificate to department.--When an owner surrenders a certificate of title from another state or foreign country to the department, the department may notify the state or foreign country in order that the certificate of title may be cancelled or otherwise disposed of in accordance with the law of the other jurisdiction.

(e) Conviction for misstatement of facts.--The department, upon receipt of certification from the clerk of any court showing conviction for a misstatement of facts on any application for an original or duplicate certificate of title or any transfer of a certificate of title, shall suspend the certificate of title and require that the certificate be

returned immediately to the department, whereupon the department may cancel the certificate.

(f) Nonpayment of fee.--The department may suspend a certificate of title when a check received in payment of the fee is not paid on demand or when the fee for the certificate is unpaid and owing.

(g) Security interest unaffected by suspension or cancel- lation.--Suspension or cancellation of a certificate of title does not, in itself, affect the validity of a security interest noted on the certificate.

(h) Surrender of certificate.--The department may request the return of certificates of title which have been suspended or cancelled. The owner or person in possession of the certification of title shall immediately mail or deliver the certificate to the department. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 amended subsec. (b).
75 Pa.C.S. § 4725 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 47 / Section 4725
Use of certificate of appointment at official inspection stations.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--No person shall in any manner represent any place as an official inspection station unless the station is operating under a valid certificate of appointment issued by the department.

(b) Transfer, use and posting.--No certificate of appointment for any official inspection station shall be assigned or transferred or used at any location other than the one designated in the certificate. The certificate of appointment shall be posted in a conspicuous place at such location.

(c) Penalty.--Any person violating this section is guilty of a summary offense punishable:

(1) For a first offense, by a fine of $100.

(2) For a subsequent offense, by a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9608 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 96 / Section 9608
Report requirements.
Status: in_force

Every motor carrier subject to the tax imposed by this chapter shall, on or before the last day of April, July, October

and January of every year, make to the department such reports of its operations during the quarter ending the last day of the preceding month as the department may require and such other reports from time to time as the department may deem necessary. The department may by regulation permit motor carriers whose estimated annual liability under this chapter is $250 or less to file its report on an annual basis.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3552 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 35 / Section 3552
Penalty for violation of subchapter.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided for in this subchapter, any pedestrian violating any provision of this subchapter is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $5. (Oct. 4, 2002, P.L.845, No.123, eff. 60 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 7309 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7309
Processing of nonrepairable or salvage vehicles.
Status: in_force

(a) Application for certificate of salvage.--If an abandoned vehicle is a salvage or nonrepairable vehicle as deemed by a police officer and salvor, the salvor and the police officer shall note that fact in the report to the department required in section 7304 (relating to reports to department of possession of abandoned vehicles) and shall apply for issuance of a certificate of salvage or nonrepairable vehicle as provided for in Subchapter D of Chapter 11 (relating to salvage vehicles, theft vehicles, reconstructed vehicles and flood vehicles).

(b) Notice and issuance of certificate.--If the identity of the last registered owner cannot be determined with reasonable certainty and it is impossible to determine with reasonable certainty the identity and addresses of any lienholder, no notice shall be required. Under such circumstances, the department shall upon receipt of the report by the salvor pursuant to section 7304 issue a certificate of salvage as provided in Subchapter D of Chapter 11.

(c) Reimbursement of expenses of salvor.--Within 60 days of the department's receipt of evidence that a salvor has removed an abandoned vehicle upon the request of a police department, the department shall pay to the salvor from the Motor License Fund the sum of $15 for the expenses incurred in the removal and towing of the abandoned vehicle. No portion of the $15 payment or any separate consideration shall be reimbursed or paid to any government agency or municipality by the salvor.

(d) Rights of owners and lienholders.--Issuance by the department of a certificate of salvage, abandoned branded certificate of title or nonrepairable vehicle certificate for a vehicle processed under this section shall operate as a divestiture of all right, title and interest in the vehicle of the owner and all lienholders and any interest in the contents in the vehicle which have not been claimed by the owner.

(e) Police officers and authorized personnel.--Police officers, authorized personnel, their departments or any government agency or municipality shall not assess or accept payment, consideration of any kind or portions of fees outlined in this chapter from any salvor or person for the processing of abandoned vehicles. (Apr. 16, 1992, P.L.169, No.31, eff. 60 days; Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, eff. 60 days; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 4733 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 47 / Section 4733
Prohibited provision.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--It shall be unlawful for any agreement to contain a provision requiring the operation of a retail motor vehicle fuel station during those hours that are proven by a retail motor vehicle fuel station owner or operator to be unprofitable to such owner or operator.

(b) Definitions.--As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection:

"Agreement." A contract or lease, or combination of both, or other terminology used to describe a contractual relationship between any or all of the following parties: a refiner, a

distributor and a retail motor vehicle fuel station owner or operator.

"Distributor." A person who purchases motor vehicle fuel from a refiner for the purpose of resale to a retail motor vehicle fuel station.

"Refiner." A manufacturer of motor vehicle fuel.

"Retail motor vehicle fuel station." A place of business where motor vehicle fuel is sold and dispensed into the tanks of motor vehicles, either by means of a self-service or full-service pump. (Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, eff. 60 days) 1992 Amendment. Act 174 added section 4733.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1119 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1119
Application for certificate of title by agent.
Status: in_force

(a) Authorization to make application.--

(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), no person shall make application for a certificate of title when acting for another person unless authorization to make the application is in effect and is verified by oath or affirmation of the other person, made not more than 90 days before the application is received by the department.

(2) The 90-day provision contained in paragraph (1) shall not apply to:

(i) Fleet owners who are lessees of vehicles.

(ii) A wholesale vehicle auction licensed pursuant to the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act.

(iii) Blanket powers of attorney issued for general purposes not limited to the sale, purchase or transfer of vehicles.

(iv) If the 90th day occurs during a declaration by the Governor of disaster emergency under 35 Pa.C.S. § 7301(c) (relating to general authority of Governor), a limited power of attorney may be used for the sale, purchase or transfer of manufactured homes during the period of the disaster emergency and for 10 days following the expiration of the disaster emergency.

(b) Certificate not to be assigned in blank.--No person shall make application for, or assign or physically possess, a certificate of title, or direct or allow another person in his employ or control to make application for, or assign or physically possess, a certificate of title, unless the name of the transferee is placed on the assignment of certificate of title simultaneously with the name of the transferor and duly notarized. Wholesale vehicle auctions and vehicle dealers licensed pursuant to the Board of Vehicles Act are exempt from the limitations of this subsection with respect to certificates of title for vehicles that are entrusted to the licensed wholesale vehicle auction for sale or transfer.

(c) Persons authorized to hold certificate.--

(1) No person shall receive, obtain or hold a certificate of title recorded in the name of another person for the other person who is not in the regular employ of, or not a member of the family of, the other person.

(2) The following persons are exempt from the limitations of paragraph (1):

(i) A lienholder who has a valid undischarged lien recorded in the department against the vehicle represented by the certificate of title.

(ii) A vehicle auction, licensed pursuant to the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, when offering vehicles for sale.

(iii) A vehicle dealer, licensed pursuant to the Board of Vehicles Act, offering a vehicle for sale pursuant to a written consignment agreement with the transferor.

(d) Penalty.--Any person violating any of the provisions of this section is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100. (May 21, 1992, P.L.244, No.37, eff. 60 days; July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. imd.; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days; July 14, 2005, P.L.285, No.50, eff. 60 days; July 23, 2020, P.L.644, No.64, eff. imd.) 2020 Amendment. Act 64 added subsec. (a)(2)(iv). 2005 Amendment. Act 50 amended subsecs. (a) and (b). 1998 Amendment. Act 151 amended subsec. (c)(2)(ii) and

(iii). 1996 Amendment. Act 115 amended subsec. (c). Cross References. Section 1119 is referred to in section 6308 of this title; section 5601 of Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries).
75 Pa.C.S. § 4979.2 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4979.2
Permit for movement of waste coal, beneficial combustion ash or limestone.
Status: in_force

(a) Waste coal and beneficial combustion ash.--An annual permit may be issued for the movement on specified highways of waste coal from a refuse pile to a preparation or power production facility or beneficial combustion ash from a power production facility to a reclamation area which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 95,000 pounds overall gross weight, and the weight on any nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds. No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.

(b) Limestone.--An annual permit may be issued for the movement on specified highways of limestone from a quarry to a power production facility which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C, subject to the following conditions:

(1) The combination must have a minimum of six axles.

(2) The maximum overall gross weight may not exceed 95,000 pounds.

(3) The weight on any nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds.

(4) The maximum travel distance may not exceed 100 miles.

(5) No permit may be issued for this type of movement on an interstate highway. (Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 4979.2 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3549 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 35 / Section 3549
Blind pedestrians.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to any totally or partially blind pedestrian carrying a clearly visible white cane or accompanied by a guide dog and shall take such precautions as may be necessary to avoid injuring or endangering the pedestrian and, if necessary, shall stop the vehicle in order to prevent injury or danger to the pedestrian.

(b) Effect of absence of cane or dog.--This section shall not be construed to deprive a totally or partially blind pedestrian not carrying a cane or not being guided by a dog of the rights and privileges conferred by law upon pedestrians crossing streets or highways, nor shall the failure of a totally or partially blind pedestrian to carry a cane or to be guided by a guide dog upon the streets, highways or sidewalks of this Commonwealth be held to constitute contributory negligence in and of itself.

(c) Penalty.--A violation of subsection (a) constitutes a summary offense punishable by a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $150. (Oct. 4, 2002, P.L.845, No.123, eff. 60 days) 2002 Amendment. Act 123 added subsec. (c). Cross References. Section 3549 is referred to in section 1535 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4573 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 45 / Section 4573
Identification of certain vehicles.
Status: in_force

(a) Commercial tow trucks.--Any truck which is used commercially to tow other motor vehicles shall have the name of the business, or person, operating the truck displayed on signs on both sides of the truck.

(b) Certified escort vehicle.--Any certified escort vehicle which is used to escort a super load as defined in section 3108 (relating to drivers of certified escort vehicles) shall display the department's certification emblem, may use flashing or revolving yellow lights in accordance with sections 4572 (relating to visual signals on authorized vehicles) and 6107 (relating to designation of authorized vehicles by department) and shall comply with other department regulations, including those pertaining to pilot cars. (Oct. 10, 1980, P.L.791, No.147, eff. imd.; Oct. 30, 2015, P.L.216, No.55, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 4573 is referred to in section 4962 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1795 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1795
Insurance fraud reporting immunity.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--An insurance company, and any agent, servant or employee acting in the course and scope of his employment, shall be immune from civil or criminal liability arising from the supply or release of written or oral information to any duly authorized Federal or State law enforcement agency, including the Insurance Department, upon compliance with the following:

(1) The information is supplied to the agency in connection with an allegation of fraudulent conduct on the part of any person relating to the filing or maintenance of a motor vehicle insurance claim for bodily injury or property damage.

(2) The insurance company, agent, servant or employee has probable cause to believe that the information supplied is reasonably related to the allegation of fraud.

(b) Notice to policyholder.--The insurance company shall send written notice to the policyholder or policyholders about whom the information pertains unless the insurance company receives notice that the authorized agency finds, based on specific facts, that there is reason to believe that the information will result in any of the following:

(1) Endangerment to the life or physical safety of any person.

(2) Flight from prosecution.

(3) Destruction of or tampering with evidence.

(4) Intimidation of any potential witness or witnesses.

(5) Obstruction of or serious jeopardy to an investigation. The insurance company shall send written notice not sooner than 45 days nor more than 60 days from the time the information is furnished to an authorized agency except when the authorized agency specifies that a notice should not be sent in accordance with the exceptions enumerated in this subsection in which event the insurance company shall send written notice to the policyholder not sooner than 180 days nor more than 190 days following the date the information is furnished.

(c) Immunity for sending notice.--An insurance company or authorized agency and any person acting on behalf of an insurance company or authorized agency complying with or attempting in good faith to comply with subsection (b) shall be immune from civil liability arising out of any acts or omissions in so doing.

(d) Applicability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to create any rights to privacy or causes of action on behalf of policyholders that are not in existence as of the effective date of this section. (Feb. 12, 1984, P.L.53, No.12, eff. Oct. 1, 1984) 1984 Amendment. Act 12 amended subsec. (a).
75 Pa.C.S. § 1717 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1717
Stacking of benefits.
Status: in_force

First party benefits shall not be increased by stacking the limits of coverage of:

(1) multiple motor vehicles covered under the same policy of insurance; or

(2) multiple motor vehicle policies covering the individual for the same loss. (Feb. 12, 1984, P.L.53, No.12, eff. Oct. 1, 1984)
75 Pa.C.S. § 1109 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1109
Refusing issuance of certificate.
Status: in_force

The department may refuse issuance of a certificate of title or certificate of salvage when it has reasonable grounds to believe:

(1) That any required fee has not been paid.

(2) That any taxes payable under the laws of this Commonwealth on or in connection with, or resulting from, the acquisition or use of the vehicle have not been paid.

(3) That the applicant is not the owner of the vehicle.

(4) That the application contains a false or fraudulent statement.

(5) That the applicant has failed to furnish required information or documents or any additional information the department reasonably requires.

(6) That the vehicle is a nonrepairable vehicle. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 amended the entire section, effective immediately as to par. (6) and 60 days as to the remainder of the section.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7104 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 71 / Section 7104
State replacement vehicle identification number plate.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--No vehicle on which the vehicle identification number has been removed or falsified shall be titled or registered without a special permit from the department.

(b) Application for plate.--Before a certificate of title or registration for the vehicle can be obtained, the owner shall apply to the department for a State replacement vehicle identification number plate on a form furnished by the department which shall contain the full name and address of the owner and any other information the department may deem necessary, as certified by a police officer.

(c) Designation on plate.--The State replacement vehicle identification number plate shall contain:

(1) Official department identification.

(2) The manufacturer's vehicle identification number, if known, or a number assigned by the department.

(d) Issuance and display of plate.--The department shall furnish a State replacement vehicle identification number plate which shall be immediately placed on the driver's side inside door post or as designated by the department.

(e) Reconstructed, modified or specially constructed vehicle.--The department may assign a State replacement vehicle identification number plate for a reconstructed, modified or specially constructed vehicle or theft recovery vehicle being brought into the Commonwealth from another state. (Feb. 14, 1990, P.L.56, No.8, eff. 60 days; Dec. 1, 2004, P.L.1767, No.228, eff. Jan. 1, 2007) 2004 Amendment. Act 228 amended subsecs. (d) and (e).
75 Pa.C.S. § 9101 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 91 / Section 9101
Definitions.
Status: in_force

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the meanings given to them in this section:

"ASHMA." All additional State funds from the highway maintenance appropriation, the secondary roads, maintenance and resurfacing executive authorization and supplemental distributions pursuant to section 9502(a)(2)(i) and (3)(ii) (relating to imposition of tax) in excess of all counties' base allocations.

"Base allocation." The annual expenditure for routine maintenance operations by a county maintenance district averaged over the immediately preceding five years.

"BMD." The Bridge Maintenance Deficiency index based upon bridge safety inspections conducted by certified professionals who have physically evaluated the condition of all State highway bridges greater than or equal to eight feet in length on a periodic basis in accordance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards. The criteria for determining any State highway bridge maintenance deficiencies shall include, but not be limited to, the priority and urgency of maintenance needs and the bridge deck area of all bridges greater than or equal to eight feet in length.

"c." When used alone or in conjunction with any formula part, any given county.

"Highway maintenance." A program to preserve, repair and restore a system of existing State roadways with its elements to its designed or accepted configuration. System elements include but are not limited to travelway surfaces, shoulders, roadsides, drainage facilities, bridges, tunnels, signs, markings, lighting and fixtures. Included in the program are such traffic services as lighting and signal operation, snow and ice removal and operation of roadside rest areas. Highway maintenance programs are developed to offset the effects of weather, organic growth, deterioration, traffic wear, damage and vandalism. Deterioration would include effects of aging, material failures and design and construction faults to existing State highways.

"LM." The number of actual State highway lane miles in each county as a proportion of the total number of State highway lane miles in this Commonwealth.

"Routine maintenance operations." Highway maintenance activities including traffic, roadside and winter services performed by a county maintenance district and also including costs incurred for personnel services, operational expenses and fixed assets. The term shall not include the costs of roadway repair and restoration.

"RPQ." The Relative Pavement Quality Index which shall be based upon a Road Quality Report which entails the evaluation of the conditions of the highways in each county on a periodic

basis. The criteria for determining any road deficiencies shall include but not be limited to road surface, foundation, drainage, shoulders and other safety features such as road striping, guardrails, median barriers and signs. The index shall provide a reasonable comparison of highway quality and conditions between all counties. The report indicating methodology utilized and the resulting data shall be submitted annually to the Transportation Committees of the Senate and House of Representatives for their review.

"Vehicle miles." The total number of miles traveled by all vehicles on State maintained roads within a county as determined by the department.

"VM." The number of vehicle miles traveled in each county as a proportion of the total vehicle miles traveled in this Commonwealth. (Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. July 1, 1997)
75 Pa.C.S. § 1357 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1357
Special plates for World War II veterans.
Status: in_force

Upon application of any person who is a veteran of World War II, accompanied by a fee of $20 which shall be in addition to the annual registration fee and by such documentation as the department shall require, the department shall issue to such person a special registration plate carrying the symbol of a ruptured duck designating the vehicle so registered as belonging to a person who is a veteran of World War II. The special registration plate may be used only on a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. (Dec. 28, 1994, P.L.1450, No.172, eff. 60 days; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 18, 2007, P.L.436, No.67, eff. 60 days; July 2, 2014, P.L.988, No.109, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 1357 is referred to in section 1333 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8522 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8522
Application of title.
Status: in_force

(a) Applicability.--The regulation of personal delivery devices and authorized entities shall be governed exclusively by this subchapter or an ordinance or resolution adopted by a municipality under section 8517 (relating to local regulation).

(b) Exemption.--A personal delivery device shall not be considered a vehicle or a motor vehicle under section 102 (relating to definitions).
75 Pa.C.S. § 3751 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3751
Reports by police.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Every police department that investigates a vehicle accident for which a report must be made as required in this subchapter and prepares a written report as a result of an investigation either at the time and at the scene of the

accident or thereafter by interviewing the participants or witnesses shall, within 15 days of the accident, forward an initial written report of the accident to the department. If the initial report is not complete, a supplemental report shall be submitted at a later date.

(b) Furnishing copies of report.--

(1) Police departments shall, upon request, furnish a certified copy of the full report of the police investigation of any vehicle accident to any person involved in the accident, his attorney or insurer, and to the Federal Government, branches of the military service, Commonwealth agencies, and to officials of political subdivisions and to agencies of other states and nations and their political subdivisions.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (3), the cost of furnishing a copy of a report under this subsection shall not exceed $15.

(3) In a city of the first class, the cost of furnishing a copy of a report under this subsection shall not exceed $25.

(4) The copy of the report shall not be admissible as evidence in any action for damages or criminal proceedings arising out of a motor vehicle accident.

(5) Police departments may refuse to furnish the complete copy of investigation of the vehicle accident whenever there are criminal charges pending against any persons involved in the vehicle accident unless the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure require the production of the documents. (June 11, 1992, P.L.266, No.47, eff. 60 days; May 20, 1993, P.L.30, No.10, eff. 60 days; Nov. 30, 2004, P.L.1667, No.211, eff. 60 days) 2004 Amendment. Act 211 amended subsec. (b). 1993 Amendment. Act 10 overlooked the amendment to subsec.

(a) by Act 47 of 1992, but the amendments do not conflict in substance and have both been given effect in setting forth the text of subsec. (a). Cross References. Section 3751 is referred to in sections 1535, 3745.1 of this title; section 1392 of Title 53 (Municipalities Generally).
75 Pa.C.S. § 7134 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 71 / Section 7134
Odometer disclosure requirements.
Status: in_force

(a) Odometer mileage statement.--Prior to or simultaneously with the execution of any ownership transfer document relating to a motor vehicle, each transferor of a motor vehicle shall furnish to the transferee a statement signed by the transferor containing the following information:

(1) The odometer reading at the time of transfer.

(2) The date of transfer.

(3) The transferor's name and current address.

(4) The transferee's name and current address.

(5) The identity of the vehicle, including its make, year and body type and its complete vehicle identification number.

(6)

(i) A certification by the transferor that, to the best of his knowledge, the odometer reading reflects the actual miles or kilometers the vehicle has been driven;

(ii) if the transferor knows that the odometer reading reflects the amount of mileage in excess of the designed mechanical odometer limit of 99,999 miles or kilometers, he shall include a statement to that effect; or

(iii) if the transferor knows that the odometer reading differs from the number of miles or kilometers the vehicle has actually traveled and that the difference is greater than that caused by odometer calibration error, he shall include a statement that the odometer reading is not the actual mileage and should not be relied upon. The transferee shall acknowledge receipt of the disclosure statement by signing it.

(b) Prohibitions.--

(1) No transferor shall violate any provision of this section or give a false statement to a transferee in making any disclosure required by this section.

(2) No transferee shall accept any disclosure required by any provision of this section if the disclosure is incomplete.

(c) Auction sales.--With regard to any motor vehicle whose ownership is transferred through a motor vehicle auction sales transaction, the motor vehicle auction company conducting the sale shall receive from the transferor a copy of the odometer mileage statement which the transferor is required by subsection

(a) to provide to the transferee.

(d) Other acceptable disclosure forms.--Either an odometer mileage statement, approved by the United States Secretary of Transportation pursuant to section 1988 of the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act (Public Law 92-513, 15 U.S.C. § 1988), or a Pennsylvania ownership transfer document, approved by the department, which includes the odometer disclosure information as prescribed in subsection (a) shall be deemed to satisfy all the requirements for the content and form of odometer mileage statements. Nothing in this subsection shall exempt a dealer or motor vehicle auction company from the provisions of section 7135 (relating to odometer mileage statement retention).

(d.1) Secure power of attorney, licensed dealers.--The department shall permit a licensed dealer to use a secure power of attorney to transfer a vehicle when the certificate of title is encumbered with a lien, the title has been lost by the transferor and the licensed dealer is applying for a duplicate title or the manufacturer certificate of origin for a new vehicle is in possession of the lienholder. Prior to transferring the vehicle, the dealer shall obtain from the transferor a secure power of attorney authorizing the dealer to transfer to the title all information pertaining to odometers that is required to be disclosed by this title and Federal law, in lieu of the transferor providing such information on the certificate of title. In addition to any other documents required by the department, the dealer shall submit to the department the following:

(1) If the transferred vehicle is a retail sale and is to be titled in this Commonwealth, the dealer shall submit the secure power of attorney attached to the application for title, along with the certificate of title and the established fee.

(2) If the transferred vehicle is to be titled outside of this Commonwealth, the dealer shall submit to the department the secure copy of the secure power of attorney attached to a copy of the certificate of title and the established fee.

(3) If the transferred vehicle is to be transferred to another licensed dealer, the first transferor dealer shall submit to the department the secure copy of the secure power of attorney attached to a copy of the certificate of title and the established fee. Additional transfers between licensed dealers shall be permitted in accordance with section 1113 (relating to transfer to or from manufacturer or dealer). No more than one secure power of attorney shall be utilized with the certificate of title during this authorized transfer process. Upon application for certificate of title, the secure power of attorney utilized to verify odometer information when the vehicle was encumbered with a lien shall be submitted with the certificate of title.

(d.2) Secure power of attorney, insurance companies.--The department shall permit an insurer as defined in section 1702 (relating to definitions) to use a secure power of attorney to transfer a salvage vehicle when the certificate of title is encumbered with a lien, when the title has been lost by the transferor and the insurer is applying for a duplicate title or when the manufacturer certificate of origin for a new vehicle is in possession of the lienholder. The power of attorney need not be notarized and may be signed electronically. The insurer is responsible for ensuring the power of attorney complies with the requirements of 15 U.S.C. § 7001 et seq. (relating to electronic signatures in global and national commerce), the requirements of 49 U.S.C. § 32705 (relating to disclosure requirements on transfer of motor vehicles) and any requirements imposed by the Commonwealth. The department may, at its sole discretion, permit the use of a secure power of attorney as described in this subsection for the transfer of other vehicles in addition to salvage vehicles. If the secretary of the United States Department of Transportation promulgates regulations regarding the use of a power of attorney as described in this subsection, those regulations will supersede this subsection in accordance with 49 U.S.C. § 32705(g).

(d.3) Certification.--Nothing in this section shall require the department to certify an electronic signature process or an electronic signature process vendor before accepting a power of attorney that is executed with an electronic signature.

(d.4) Electronic secure power of attorney.--The department may, at its sole discretion, permit the use of a secure power of attorney signed electronically as described in subsection

(d.2) for the transfer of vehicles by licensed dealers.

(e) Exemptions.--A transfer of any of the following types of motor vehicles is exempt from the requirements of this section:

(1) A motor vehicle having a registered gross weight of more than 16,000 pounds.

(2) A motor vehicle 10 years or older.

(3) An implement of husbandry.

(4) Special mobile equipment.

(5) A commercial implement of husbandry.

(Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, eff. 60 days; Dec. 7, 1994, P.L.820, No.115, eff. 60 days; July 23, 2020, P.L.644, No.64, eff. 90 days) 2020 Amendment. Act 64 amended subsecs. (a), (b)(2) and

(d.1) and added subsecs. (d.2), (d.3) and (d.4). 1994 Amendment. Act 115 amended subsec. (d) and added subsec. (d.1). 1992 Amendment. Act 174 amended subsec. (e). Cross References. Section 7134 is referred to in section 7136 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9603 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 96 / Section 9603
Imposition of tax.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Every motor carrier shall pay a road tax equivalent to the rate per gallon currently in effect on Pennsylvania liquid fuels, fuels or other alternative fuels as provided in section 9004(a), (b), (c) and (d) (relating to imposition of tax, exemptions and deductions), calculated on the amount of motor fuel used in its operations on highways within this Commonwealth.

(b) Other taxes unaffected.--The taxes imposed on motor carriers by this chapter are in addition to any taxes of whatever character imposed on such carriers by any other statute. (Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. Oct. 1, 1997)
75 Pa.C.S. § 9009 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 90 / Section 9009
Retention of records by distributors and dealers.
Status: in_force

(a) Record retention period.--

(1) The distributor and dealer shall maintain and keep for a period of two years a record of liquid fuels and fuels used or sold and delivered within this Commonwealth by the distributor, together with invoices, bills of lading and other pertinent papers as required by the department.

(2) A person purchasing liquid fuels and fuels taxable under this chapter from a distributor for the purpose of resale shall maintain for a period of two years a record of liquid fuels and fuels received, the amount of tax paid to the distributor as part of the purchase price, delivery tickets, invoices and bills of lading and such other records as the department requires.

(3) Additional records include:

(i) A distributor shall keep a record showing the number of gallons of:

(A) all diesel fuel inventories on hand at the first of each month;

(B) all diesel fuel refined, compounded or blended;

(C) all diesel fuel purchased or received, showing the name of the seller and the date of each purchase or receipt;

(D) all diesel fuel sold, distributed or used, showing the name of the purchaser and the date of sale, distribution or use; and

(E) all diesel fuel lost by fire or other accident.

(ii) A dealer shall keep a record showing the number of gallons of:

(A) all diesel fuel inventories on hand at the first of each month;

(B) all diesel fuel purchased or received, showing the name of the seller, the date of each purchase or receipt;

(C) all diesel fuel sold, distributed or used; and

(D) all diesel fuel lost by fire or other accident.

(b) Penalty.--Any person violating any of the provisions of this section commits a misdemeanor of the third degree. Cross References. Section 9009 is referred to in sections 9017, 9404 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8509 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8509
Commercial operation.
Status: in_force

(a) Motor carriers.--A highly automated vehicle that is also a motor carrier vehicle that requires a commercial driver's license under section 1606 (relating to requirement for commercial driver's license) may operate on highways as a motor carrier with or without a highly automated vehicle driver. A highly automated vehicle operated without a highly automated vehicle driver shall operate under Federal and State law or regulation governing the operation of commercial vehicles and drivers, except provisions that by their nature reasonably apply only to a driver shall not apply to a highly automated vehicle.

(b) Applicability of Public Utility Code.--

(1) The provisions of 66 Pa.C.S. (relating to public utilities) shall apply to a certificate holder and the certificate holder's highly automated vehicles, except for provisions that by their nature reasonably apply only to a driver shall not apply to a highly automated vehicle.

(2) Except as provided for in paragraph (3), nothing contained in this subchapter shall be construed to prohibit the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission from requiring an authorization, license or approval from a certificate holder for the operation of a highly automated vehicle if the authorization, license or approval requirement is consistent with 66 Pa.C.S. and does not discriminate against a highly automated vehicle.

(3) Notwithstanding paragraph (2), the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission may not require an authorization, license or approval from a certificate holder if the certificate holder:

(i) is not directly providing a commercial service regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and

(ii) is only providing a highly automated vehicle to another person that holds an authorization, license or approval from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for use in a commercial service regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.

(4) Except as provided for in subsection (c), a transportation network company licensed by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission may utilize a certificate holder's highly automated vehicle to provide transportation network

services under 66 Pa.C.S. Ch. 26 (relating to transportation network service).

(c) Cities of the first class.--

(1) A transportation network company licensed by a parking authority of a city of the first class may utilize a certificate holder's highly automated vehicle to provide transportation network services under 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 57A (relating to transportation network companies).

(2) The provisions of 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 57A shall apply to a highly automated vehicle as described in paragraph (1), except for provisions that by their nature do not apply to a driver of a highly automated vehicle when the highly automated vehicle is operated without a highly automated vehicle driver.

(d) Limitation.--The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission under subsection (b) and a parking authority of a city of the first class under subsection (c) may not require, including as a requirement of an authorization, license or approval:

(1) A highly automated vehicle to be operated with a highly automated vehicle driver.

(2) Additional testing requirements for a highly automated vehicle.

(3) Operational standards for a highly automated vehicle that are substantially dissimilar to operational standards for a motor vehicle operating without an automated driving system.

(4) Compliance with additional standards related to a highly automated vehicle's automated driving system, ODD, DDT or DDT fallback.

(e) Commercial restrictions.--A highly automated vehicle may not:

(1) be operated as a school bus or school vehicle; or

(2) carry hazardous materials as defined in section 102 (relating to definitions) provided, however, that this prohibition does not apply to transporting articles and substances prepared in accordance with 49 CFR 172.315 (relating to limited quantities) or that otherwise do not require placarding pursuant to the Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 C.F.R. Part 100 et seq.), unless the certificate holder receives certification from the department following the promulgation of regulations. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 8509. Cross References. Section 8509 is referred to in section 8505 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1921 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 19 / Section 1921
Special mobile equipment.
Status: in_force

The annual fee for registration of special mobile equipment shall be $52. (Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. July 1, 1997; Nov. 25, 2013, P.L.974, No.89, eff. July 1, 2014) 2013 Amendment. See the preamble to Act 89 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to legislative findings and declarations. 1997 Amendment. See section 20 of Act 3 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to additional revenue from fee increases. Cross References. Section 1921 is referred to in section 9511.11 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3810 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 38 / Section 3810
Authorized use not a defense.
Status: in_force

The fact that a person charged with violating this chapter is or has been legally entitled to use alcohol or controlled substances is not a defense to a charge of violating this chapter.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8519 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8519
Insurance and liability.
Status: in_force

(a) Required coverage.--An authorized entity shall maintain an insurance policy that includes general liability coverage of not less than $100,000 per incident for damages arising from the operation of the personal delivery device.

(b) Sovereign immunity and governmental immunity.--Commonwealth agencies and municipalities shall have no duty to make streets, highways or real estate safe for use by personal delivery devices. Commonwealth agencies and municipalities shall be immune from suit by authorized entities and owners of cargo and other items carried on or within a personal delivery device for property damages. Cross References. Section 8519 is referred to in section 8514 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 2105 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 21 / Section 2105
Exemptions.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The requirements of this chapter and
75 Pa.C.S. § 101 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 1 / Section 101
Short title of title.
Status: in_force

This title shall be known and may be cited as the "Vehicle Code."
75 Pa.C.S. § 1926.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 19 / Section 1926.1
Farm equipment vehicle dealers.
Status: in_force

The annual fee for registration of a farm equipment dealer truck or truck tractor shall be one-half of the regular fee or $349, whichever is greater. (Aug. 5, 1991, P.L.238, No.26, eff. 120 days; Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. July 1, 1997; Nov. 25, 2013, P.L.974, No.89, eff. July 1, 2014) 2013 Amendment. See the preamble to Act 89 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to legislative findings and declarations. 1997 Amendment. See section 20 of Act 3 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to additional revenue from fee increases. Cross References. Section 1926.1 is referred to in section 9511.11 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1378 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1378
Suspension of motor carrier vehicle registration.
Status: in_force

(a) Suspension.--The department shall suspend the registration of a motor carrier vehicle for three months if it determines that at the time the registration was renewed by the department the vehicle did not have a currently valid certificate of inspection.

(b) Documentation.--In any proceeding under this section, documents obtained by the department from an official inspection station shall be admissible into evidence to support the department's case. In addition, reports received by the department from police officers, qualified Commonwealth employees or department designees shall be admissible into evidence to support the department's case. In addition, the department may treat the documents and reports as documents of the department and use any of the methods of storage permitted under the provisions of 42 Pa.C.S. § 6109 (relating to photographic copies of business and public records) and may reproduce such documents in accordance with the provisions of 42 Pa.C.S. § 6103 (relating to proof of official records). The department may certify that it has received or obtained documents and reports from inspection stations, police officers, qualified Commonwealth employees and department designees and that certification shall be prima facie proof of the facts contained in the documents and reports.

(c) Presumption.--False, illegible or incomplete information on a renewal application shall create a presumption that the vehicle did not have a currently valid certificate of inspection at the time of renewal.

(d) Restoration.--Whenever the department suspends the registration of a vehicle under this section, the department shall not restore the registration until the registration card and registration plate have been surrendered for three months, the vehicle owner pays a $50 restoration fee and the vehicle owner furnishes proof, satisfactory to the department, that the vehicle is covered by financial responsibility and has a currently valid certificate of inspection. (Dec. 23, 2002, P.L.1982, No.229, eff. 6 months) 2002 Amendment. Act 229 added section 1378.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4302 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 43 / Section 4302
Periods for requiring lighted lamps.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The operator of a vehicle upon a highway shall display the lighted head lamps and other lamps and illuminating devices required under this chapter for different classes of vehicles, subject to exceptions with respect to parked vehicles, at the following times:

(1) Between sunset and sunrise.

(2) Any time when the operator cannot discern a person or vehicle upon the highway from a distance of 1,000 feet due to insufficient light or unfavorable atmospheric conditions, including rain, snow, sleet, hail, fog, smoke or smog.

(3) Any time when the vehicle's windshield wipers are in continuous or intermittent use due to precipitation or atmospheric moisture, including rain, snow, sleet or mist.

(b) Signal lights.--Stop lights, turn signals and other signaling devices shall be lighted as prescribed in this title.

(c) Applicability.--This section shall not apply to motorcycles. (June 11, 1992, P.L.266, No.47, eff. 60 days; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days; Nov. 29, 2006, P.L.1449, No.159, eff. 60 days) 2006 Amendment. Act 159 amended subsec. (a). 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added subsec. (c).

Cross References. Section 4302 is referred to in sections 3303, 3526 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8505 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8505
Powers of department.
Status: in_force

(a) General powers.--To ensure the safety of motorists and the general public, except as permitted under section 8509 (relating to commercial operation), the department has sole regulatory authority over the operation of highly automated vehicles on highways within this Commonwealth consistent with this title and Federal law or regulation.

(b) Specific powers and duties.--Except as provided for in subsection (c), the department has the following specific powers and duties:

(1) By order of the secretary, to prohibit the use of a highly automated vehicle on a highway where the secretary determines that the operation of the highly automated vehicle would constitute a hazard.

(2) To require a certificate holder to self-report to the department an accident in this Commonwealth involving the certificate holder's highly automated vehicle if the accident resulted in bodily injury, serious bodily injury, death or damage to property. The department shall establish the time frame in which to self-report an accident to the department, provided that the time frame is no less than six hours from the occurrence of the accident.

(3) To display on the department's publicly accessible Internet website, the following:

(i) A list of certificate holders, including:

(A) Location information where the highly automated vehicle is expected to operate.

(B) The name and contact information for accident claims, including the registered agent for service of process.

(ii) Orders issued by the secretary under paragraph

(1).

(iii) Policies, regulations or guidelines issued by the department under this subchapter.

(4) By order of the secretary, to collect the following information on a periodic basis:

(i) The process an emergency service responder should follow when a highly automated vehicle without a highly automated vehicle driver on board is disabled or involved in an accident.

(ii) If applicable, the highly automated vehicle driver information, including name, driver's license number, state or country issued and a summary of any training received to operate the highly automated vehicle.

(iii) A description of whether the highly automated vehicle will transport passengers or goods. If the highly automated vehicle will not be transporting passengers or goods, a description of the service or function being provided by the highly automated vehicle.

(iv) Location information, including a list of municipalities where the highly automated vehicle is expected to operate.

(5) To establish policies, regulations or guidelines reasonably necessary to implement this subchapter.

(c) Restriction.--Notwithstanding subsection (b), the department is prohibited from establishing a policy, regulation or guideline under this subchapter that:

(1) requires a highly automated vehicle driver to obtain another additional license, approval or similar authorization, other than the appropriate driver's license and endorsement, according to the type and class of motor vehicle equipped with an automated driving system that the highly automated vehicle driver operates;

(2) is inconsistent with Federal law, regulation or guidance relating to highly automated vehicles;

(3) prohibits or restricts a highly automated vehicle driver from operating a certificate holder's highly automated vehicle to control all or part of the DDT unless the highly

automated vehicle driver has been convicted of one or more moving violations within the past 365 days; or

(4) prohibits or restricts a certificate holder's highly automated vehicle from operating without a highly automated vehicle driver in a manner that is inconsistent with the provisions of section 8508(b) and (e) (relating to operation requirements) and section 8510.1(b) (relating to enforcement and penalties). (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 8505.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9812 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 98 / Section 9812
Records (Repealed).
Status: repealed

1995 Repeal. Section 9812 was repealed December 20, 1995, P.L.669, No.75, effective January 1, 1996.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7321 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7321
Scope of subchapter and legislative intent.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--This subchapter covers forfeitures of watercraft trailers left in the possession of watercraft trailer dealers.

(b) Legislative intent.--It is the intent of the General Assembly that this subchapter act in concert with 30 Pa.C.S. Ch. 53 Subch. C (relating to boat and marine forfeiture).

(c) Applicability.--

(1) The provisions of this subchapter shall only apply to a watercraft trailer with a resale value based upon established industry standards equal to or less than the maximum amount set forth in this subsection.

(2) The maximum amount for the year 2006 shall be $1,000. Thereafter, the maximum amount shall be fixed annually by the department based upon the maximum amount in the prior year as adjusted to reflect the change in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for the United States for all items as published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, for the previous 12-month period. The maximum amount as adjusted shall be rounded to the nearest multiple of $5.

(3) The department shall give notice of the new maximum amount by publication in the Pennsylvania Bulletin in the third publication in March of each year.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8508 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8508
Operation requirements.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--A certificate holder may operate, subject to the operation requirements of this section, a highly automated vehicle with or without a highly automated vehicle driver on a highway in this Commonwealth.

(b) Driverless operation.--A highly automated vehicle may operate on a highway without a highly automated vehicle driver, subject to the following:

(1) The ADS must be engaged.

(2) The HAV must be capable of operating in compliance with applicable traffic and motor vehicle safety provisions of this title, unless the exemption has been granted by the department.

(3) If a failure of an ADS occurs which renders the ADS unable to perform the entire DDT within the intended ODD, the highly automated vehicle must achieve a minimal risk condition.

(c) Operation with driver.--A highly automated vehicle may operate on a highway with a highly automated vehicle driver, subject to the following:

(1) A highly automated vehicle driver may control all or part of a highly automated vehicle's DDT.

(2) If a failure of an ADS renders the ADS unable to perform the entire DDT within the intended ODD, the highly automated vehicle or the highly automated vehicle driver must achieve a minimal risk condition.

(d) Vehicle markings.--The following shall apply:

(1) When required under Federal law or regulation, a highly automated vehicle shall bear any required manufacturer's certification labels indicating that the highly automated vehicle has been certified to be in compliance with all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards, including reference to any exemption granted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

(2) In consultation with the State Police, the department shall establish standards for an external-facing visual identifier for a certificate holder's highly automated vehicle that provides owner, vehicle and financial responsibility information for reportable and nonreportable accidents.

(e) HAV drivers.--A highly automated vehicle driver shall be properly licensed under this title to operate the appropriate type and class of motor vehicle.

(f) Insurance and liability.--The following shall apply:

(1) A certificate holder of a highly automated vehicle shall maintain the ability to respond in damages for liability on account of accidents arising out of the maintenance or use of a highly automated vehicle and in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 per accident for death, bodily injury and property damage to a third party. The financial responsibility required under this subsection shall be evidenced by insurance placed with either an insurer that has obtained a certificate of authority under section 208 of the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, or a surplus lines insurer eligible under section 1605 of the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, or through any other form, including self-insurance, acceptable to and approved by the department, in consultation with the Insurance Department. Financial responsibility satisfying the requirements of this subsection shall be deemed to satisfy the financial responsibility requirements for a motor vehicle under Chapter 17 (relating to financial responsibility).

(2) The financial responsibility under this subsection shall be in addition to any financial responsibility requirements under 66 Pa.C.S. Ch. 26 (relating to transportation network service) or 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 57A (relating to transportation network companies) if a highly automated vehicle provides a transportation network service.

(g) Low-speed HAVs.--

(1) A low-speed HAV may not be operated on a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour, except when:

(i) the low-speed HAV is engaged in a legal crossing of the highway; or

(ii) the low-speed HAV is permitted, by order of the secretary, to be operated on the highway.

(2) A low-speed HAV may not be operated on a freeway.

(3) As used in this subsection, the term "low-speed HAV" shall mean a highly automated vehicle that is in compliance with the Federal safety standards established in 49 CFR 571.500 (relating to Standard No. 500; Low-speed vehicles), including any exemptions by the National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration, and designed to be operated without an occupant and used to transport goods. The term does not include a neighborhood electric vehicle and shall be considered by the department as a passenger car or truck for the purposes of title and registration, in accordance with section 1106 (relating to content and effect of certificate of title).

(h) HAV title required.--A highly automated vehicle may not operate on a highway in this Commonwealth unless the vehicle is titled as a highly automated vehicle in accordance with section 1106 or under the laws or regulations of another jurisdiction of the United States.

(i) Notice.--A certificate holder shall notify in writing the governing body of the municipality of the intent to operate a highly automated vehicle within the boundaries of the municipality at least 10 days prior to commencing operations. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 8508. Cross References. Section 8508 is referred to in sections 8505, 8506 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6310 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 63 / Section 6310
Disposition of impounded vehicles, combinations and loads.
Status: in_force

(a) Rights of owner of load.--The title to the load on an impounded vehicle or combination remains in the owner who may repossess the load at any time upon presentation of proof of ownership to the sheriff. If the load spoils during impoundment, the loss shall be on the owner subject to any right of recovery of damages that the owner may have against the owner of the vehicle or combination or against any other party, and the costs of disposition of the load shall be recoverable in addition to the costs of prosecution.

(b) Sale of unclaimed vehicle or load.--Except in a city of the first class, in case any impounded vehicle or combination is unredeemed, or the load is unclaimed, for a period of 60 days after notice of impoundment is given, or for a period of 30 days after the expiration or termination of the impoundment order under section 3367 (relating to racing on highways and trafficways), it shall be sold at a public sale by the sheriff upon order of the issuing authority and after ten days' notice of sale to the owners, lienholders or secured parties of the vehicle or load except that, if the sheriff determines it to be necessary to preserve their value, goods which may spoil may be sold in any commercially reasonable manner prior to expiration of the 60-day period or prior to the 30-day period after the expiration or termination of the impoundment order under section 3367 and, if impractical to do so, without giving notice to the owners, lienholders or secured parties.

(b.1) Sale of unclaimed vehicle or load in cities of the first class.--In case any impounded vehicle or combination is unredeemed, or the load is unclaimed, for a period of 15 days after notice of impoundment is given or for a period of 30 days

after the expiration or termination of the impoundment order under section 3367, it shall be sold at a public sale by the Philadelphia Parking Authority upon order of the issuing authority and after 10 days' notice of the sale to the owners, lienholders or secured parties of the vehicle or load except that, if the Philadelphia Parking Authority determines it necessary to preserve their value, goods which may spoil may be sold in any commercially reasonable manner prior to expiration of the 15-day period or prior to the 30-day period after the expiration or termination of the impoundment order under section 3367 and, if impractical to do so, without giving notice to the owners, lienholders or secured parties.

(c) Disposition of proceeds of sale.--The proceeds of sale shall first be applied to the payment of all fines and costs and, secondly, to the payment of the encumbrances. The balance, if any, shall be remitted to the owner.

(d) Sale of unclaimed vehicle or load in cities of the first class.--In case any impounded vehicle or combination is unredeemed, or the load is unclaimed, for a period of 15 days after notice of impoundment is given, it shall be sold at a public sale by the Philadelphia Parking Authority upon order of the issuing authority and after ten days' notice of the sale to the owners, lienholders or secured parties of the vehicle or load except that, if the Philadelphia Parking Authority determines it to be necessary to preserve their value, goods which may spoil may be sold in any commercially reasonable manner prior to expiration of the 15-day period and, if impractical to do so, without giving notice to the owners, lienholders or secured parties.

(e) Disposition of proceeds of sale in cities of the first class.--The proceeds of sale shall first be applied to the payment of all fines and costs and then to the owner or lienholder, whichever is the first to appear. If not claimed within one year, any remaining proceeds shall be forfeited to the appropriate towing and storage agent for purposes of funding its costs associated with this chapter.

(f) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "costs" shall include reasonable fees. (June 19, 1985, P.L.49, No.20, eff. 60 days; Oct. 4, 2002, P.L.845, No.123, eff. imd.; July 14, 2005, P.L.285, No.50, eff. 60 days; Oct. 16, 2024, P.L.992, No.103, eff. 11 months) 2024 Amendment. Act 103 amended subsec. (b) and added subsec. (b.1). 2005 Amendment. Act 50 amended subsec. (e). Cross References. Section 6310 is referred to in sections 3367, 6309, 6309.1, 6309.2 of this title; section 3310 of Title 66 (Public Utilities).
75 Pa.C.S. § 3703 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3703
Driving upon sidewalk.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Except as provided in subsection (b) or

(c), no person shall drive any vehicle except a human-powered vehicle upon a sidewalk or sidewalk area except upon a permanent or duly authorized temporary driveway.

(b) Certain mobility-related devices for persons with disabilities.--Any municipality may permit the operation of a self-propelled wheelchair or an electrical mobility device on a sidewalk or sidewalk area for the specific purpose of giving persons with mobility-related disabilities the capability of transporting themselves. The municipality may impose such restrictions as are necessary to protect the interests of pedestrians and others using the sidewalk or sidewalk area.

(c) Electric personal assistive mobility device (EPAMD).--Unless prohibited by ordinance, a municipality shall permit the operation of an electric personal assistive mobility device on a sidewalk or sidewalk area. A municipality may impose such restrictions as may be necessary to protect the interests of pedestrians and others using the sidewalk or sidewalk area. (July 13, 1987, P.L.303, No.56, eff. imd.; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; July 4, 2002, P.L.692, No.105, eff. 60 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 6107 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6107
Designation of authorized vehicles by department.
Status: in_force

The department may designate any vehicle or group of vehicles as authorized vehicles upon a finding that the vehicle is used in the performance of public service or governmental functions.

Duly authorized vehicles shall be exempted from certain provisions of this title as specified in regulations promulgated by the department. Cross References. Section 6107 is referred to in sections 4572, 4573 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9301 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 93 / Section 9301
Supplemental funding for municipal highway maintenance.
Status: in_force

(a) Annual appropriation.--The General Assembly shall annually appropriate, beginning with the 1980-1981 fiscal year, the sum of $5,000,000 for supplemental payments to municipalities to assist in the maintenance and construction costs of municipal roads. The moneys appropriated by authority of this section shall be distributed to municipalities in accordance with the provisions of the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law.

(b) County allocation supplement.--Commencing July 1, 2014, the amount of $5,000,000 is appropriated out of the Motor License Fund to counties annually. The following shall apply:

(1) The distribution shall be in the ratio of:

(i) the square footage of deck area of a county's county-owned bridges; to

(ii) the total square footage of deck area of county-owned bridges throughout this Commonwealth.

(2) The amount of square footage under paragraph (1)(i) shall be the amount reported as part of the National Bridge Inspection Standards Program.

(c) Additional allocation to municipalities.--Commencing July 1, 2014, an amount of $30,000,000 is appropriated out of the Motor License Fund and shall be distributed to

municipalities pursuant to the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law. (Nov. 25, 2013, P.L.974, No.89, eff. 60 days)

Amendment. See the preamble to Act 89 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to legislative findings and declarations.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4907 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4907
Penalty for violation of chapter.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Any person violating any provision of this chapter for which a penalty is not otherwise provided commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $300 for each violation.

(b) Penalty for violation of permit.--Any person whose vehicle, combination or load is in violation of or not in compliance with any condition of a permit and any person who violates or fails to comply with any condition of a permit while operating or transporting a vehicle, combination or load, in addition to any other violation prohibited by this chapter, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $500 for each violation.

(c) Penalty for violation of multijurisdictional permit.--Any person who violates or fails to comply with any provision of a permit issued under section 6146.1 (relating to multijurisdictional permit agreement), in addition to any other violation prohibited by this title, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $500 for each violation.

(d) Penalty for operation with an invalid permit.--Any person who operates or moves an oversize or overweight vehicle, combination or load with an expired, void or invalidated permit, in addition to any other violation prohibited by this chapter, commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $1,000 for each violation.

(e) Failure to properly administer, adhere to and enforce the requirements of this chapter.--When it is determined in a summary proceeding that a local authority has failed to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter or the department's concomitant regulations, the following shall occur:

(1) The local authority shall be liable for the costs for scheduling and conducting the proceeding and for the

reasonable costs incurred to respond to and defend against the charges. The costs shall be assessed by the magisterial district judge and payable within 30 days of assessment.

(2) The local authority shall forfeit any right of recovery for the cost of any repairs and restoration necessitated by the movement of vehicles upon highways or bridges. (Dec. 7, 1994, P.L.820, No.115, eff. imd.; Dec. 28, 1994, P.L.1450, No.172, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.411, No.33, eff. 60 days; Nov. 30, 2004, P.L.1618, No.207, eff. 60 days) 2004 Amendment. Act 207 amended subsec. (e)(1). See section 29 of Act 207 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to construction of law. 2001 Amendment. Act 33 added subsec. (e). Cross References. Section 4907 is referred to in section 4901 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7753 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 77 / Section 7753
Actions for collection of penalties.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--An action to recover any penalty imposed under the provisions of this chapter may be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction in this Commonwealth on order of the department and in the name of the Commonwealth. In any such action all penalties incurred up to the time of commencing the action may be sued for and recovered therein and the commencement of an action to recover any such penalty shall not be, or be held to be, a waiver of the right to recover any other penalty. In case of recovery of any amount in an action brought to recover any such penalty the Commonwealth shall be entitled to recover full costs and at the rates provided for civil actions.

(b) Duty and liability of witnesses.--No person shall be excused from testifying or producing any books, papers or other documents in any civil action to recover any such penalty, upon the ground that his testimony might tend to convict him of an offense or subject him to a penalty or forfeiture. No person shall be prosecuted, punished or subjected to any penalty of forfeiture for or on account of any such act, transaction, matter or thing concerning which he shall, under oath, have testified or produced documentary evidence and no testimony so given or produced shall be received against him upon any criminal investigation or proceeding. No person so testifying shall be exempt from prosecution or punishment for any perjury committed by him in his testimony. This subsection is not intended to give, and shall not be construed as in any manner giving, unto any corporation immunity of any kind.

(c) Plea of guilty.--A defendant charged with a violation of any provision of this chapter may himself plead guilty to the charge in open court. He may also submit to the judge having jurisdiction, in person, by duly authorized agent, or by registered mail, a statement setting forth the following:

(1) That he waives arraignment in open court and the aid of counsel.

(2) That he pleads guilty to the offense as charged.

(3) That he elects and requests that the charge be disposed of and the fine or penalty fixed by the court.

(4) Any explanation that he desires to make concerning the offense charged.

(5) That he makes all statements under penalty of perjury. Thereupon the judge may proceed as though the defendant had been convicted upon a plea of guilty in open court. Any imposition of fine or penalty under this section shall be deemed tentative until the fine or penalty has been paid and discharged in full. If, upon receipt of the aforesaid statement, the judge shall deny the same, he shall thereupon notify the defendant of this fact and that he is required to appear before the said judge at a stated time and place to answer the charge which shall thereafter be disposed of pursuant to the applicable provisions of law.

(d) Statement of disposition of case.--Subject to any inconsistent procedures and standards relating to reports and transmission of funds prescribed pursuant to Title 42 (relating to judiciary and judicial procedure), the court before whom any person shall be tried shall, at the termination of the trial or proceeding, forthwith mail or deliver to the department at Harrisburg a certified statement of the disposition of the case or proceeding giving the date thereof, the name of the defendant, the date and place of the violation, the name of each witness sworn in support of the charges and the amount of the fine or penalty paid.

(e) Section not exclusive.--This section:

(1) Does not prohibit the prosecution of violations of this chapter in any court of competent jurisdiction in the same manner as other offenses.

(2) Is subject to any inconsistent general rules relating to actions for the collection of fines and penalties. (Apr. 28, 1978, P.L.202, No.53, eff. 60 days) 1978 Amendment. Act 53 amended subsecs. (d) and (e).
75 Pa.C.S. § 1317 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1317
Acknowledgment of littering provisions.
Status: in_force

On every vehicle registration card, the following statement shall be printed immediately above or below the signature of the applicant: I hereby acknowledge this day that I have received notice of the provisions of section 3709 of the Vehicle Code. Also printed on the registration card shall be the following: Section 3709 provides for a fine of up to $300 for dropping, throwing or depositing, upon any highway, or upon any other public or private property without the consent of the owner thereof or into or on the waters of this Commonwealth from a vehicle, any waste paper, sweepings, ashes, household waste, glass, metal, refuse or rubbish or any dangerous or detrimental substance, or permitting any of the preceding without immediately removing such items or causing their removal.

For any violation of section 3709, I may be subject to a fine of up to $300 upon conviction, including any violation resulting from the conduct of any other persons operating, in possession of or present within this vehicle with my permission, if I do not with reasonable certainty identify the driver of the vehicle at the time the violation occurred. (Mar. 27, 1986, P.L.71, No.24, eff. July 1, 1986) 1986 Amendment. Act 24 added section 1317.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1716 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1716
Payment of benefits.
Status: in_force

Benefits are overdue if not paid within 30 days after the insurer receives reasonable proof of the amount of the benefits. If reasonable proof is not supplied as to all benefits, the portion supported by reasonable proof is overdue if not paid within 30 days after the proof is received by the insurer. Overdue benefits shall bear interest at the rate of 12% per annum from the date the benefits become due. In the event the insurer is found to have acted in an unreasonable manner in refusing to pay the benefits when due, the insurer shall pay, in addition to the benefits owed and the interest thereon, a reasonable attorney fee based upon actual time expended.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3548 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 35 / Section 3548
Pedestrians to yield to emergency vehicles.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Upon the immediate approach of an emergency vehicle making use of audible and visual signals meeting the requirements of this title, every pedestrian shall yield the right-of-way to the emergency vehicle.

(b) Exercise of care by driver.--This section does not relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons using the highway nor from the duty to exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian. (June 26, 2001, P.L.734, No.75, eff. 60 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 1798 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1798
Attorney fees and costs.
Status: in_force

(a) Basis for reasonable fee.--No attorney's fee for representing a claimant in connection with a claim for first party benefits provided under Subchapter B (relating to motor vehicle liability insurance first party benefits) or a claim for catastrophic loss benefits under Subchapter F (relating to Catastrophic Loss Trust Fund) shall be calculated, determined or paid on a contingent fee basis, nor shall any attorney's fees be deducted from the benefits enumerated in this subsection which are otherwise due such claimant. An attorney may charge a claimant a reasonable fee based upon actual time expended.

(b) Unreasonable refusal to pay benefits.--In the event an insurer is found to have acted with no reasonable foundation in refusing to pay the benefits enumerated in subsection (a) when due, the insurer shall pay, in addition to the benefits owed and the interest thereon, a reasonable attorney fee based upon actual time expended.

(c) Payment by fund.--The Catastrophic Loss Trust Fund may award the claimant's attorney a reasonable fee based upon actual time expended because a claimant is unable to otherwise pay the fees and costs.

(d) Fraudulent or excessive claims.--If, in any action by a claimant to recover benefits under this chapter, the court determines that the claim, or a significant part thereof, is fraudulent or so excessive as to have no reasonable foundation, the court may award the insurer's attorney a reasonable fee based upon actual time expended. The court, in such case, may direct that the fee shall be paid by the claimant or that the fee may be treated in whole or in part as an offset against any benefits due or to become due the claimant. (Feb. 12, 1984, P.L.53, No.12, eff. Oct. 1, 1984) 1984 Amendment. Act 12 added section 1798. References in Text.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1348 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1348
Special plates for Pearl Harbor survivors.
Status: in_force

Upon application of any person who is a survivor of Pearl Harbor, accompanied by a fee of $20 which shall be in addition to the annual registration fee and by such documentation as the department shall require, the department shall issue to such person a special registration plate designating the vehicle so licensed as belonging to a person who is a survivor of Pearl Harbor. The special registration plate may be used only on a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. (July 10, 1990, P.L.356, No.83, eff. 60 days; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 18, 2007, P.L.436, No.67, eff. 60 days; July 2, 2014, P.L.988, No.109, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 1348 is referred to in section 1333 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8303 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 83 / Section 8303
Correspondence with Federal regulations.
Status: in_force

In the case of any person who is subject to Federal regulations pertaining to the transportation of hazardous materials, the department's regulations shall, and in any other case may, as far as practicable, correspond with such Federal regulations. It is the purpose of this section to avoid, as far as practicable, the imposition of conflicting regulations upon persons who operate vehicles subject to Federal regulations, pertaining to the transportation of hazardous materials. It is also the purpose of this section to empower, but not require, the department to prescribe, for persons not subject to the Federal regulations, regulations identical with or similar to those Federal regulations pertaining to the transportation of hazardous materials.
75 Pa.C.S. § 104 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 1 / Section 104
Continuation of existing law (Repealed).
Status: repealed

1978 Repeal. Section 104 was repealed April 28, 1978, P.L.202, No.53, effective in 60 days.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6112 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6112
Removal of traffic hazards by property owner.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--It is the duty of the owner of real property to remove from the property any tree, plant, shrub or other similar obstruction, or part thereof, which by obstructing the view of any driver constitutes a traffic hazard.

(b) Notice of hazard.--When the department or any local authority determines on the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation that a traffic hazard exists, it shall notify the owner and order the hazard removed within ten days.

(c) Penalty.--The failure of the owner to remove the traffic hazard within ten days after notice under subsection (b) is a summary offense and every day the owner fails to remove it shall be a separate and distinct offense. The offense is punishable by a fine of $10.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7507 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 75 / Section 7507
Certified checks may be required.
Status: in_force

The department may, in its discretion, require certified checks, postal or other money orders or cash from a messenger or agent service after a default in the payment of checks or drafts of the messenger or agent service. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. imd.) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added section 7507.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1336.2 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1336.2
Farm equipment dealer registration plates.
Status: in_force

Upon submission of an application accompanied by the appropriate fee and information on a farm equipment dealer that a truck or truck tractor with a registered gross weight of 11,001 pounds or over is used solely in the business of the dealer, the department shall issue a farm equipment dealer registration plate for the vehicle. (Aug. 5, 1991, P.L.238, No.26, eff. 120 days) 1991 Amendment. Act 26 added section 1336.2.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9201 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 92 / Section 9201
Definitions.
Status: in_force

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Functionally-local highways." Highways and roads designated by the department for transfer to municipal responsibility.

"Municipality." A county, city, borough, incorporated town or township.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7327 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7327
Redemption.
Status: in_force

(a) Notice.--Upon request of the customer, any lienholder or the owner of a watercraft trailer, the watercraft trailer dealer shall provide the amount necessary under subsection (b), at the time of the request, to redeem the watercraft trailer.

(b) Charges and expenses.--Prior to the forfeiture of a watercraft trailer under this subchapter, the customer, any lienholder or the owner of the watercraft trailer may pay the amount necessary to satisfy:

(1) All charges due the watercraft trailer dealer for the repair, remanufacture, restoration, alteration, storage, cleaning, consignment or brokerage of the watercraft trailer.

(2) Reasonable expenses associated with the mailing of notices under section 7324 (relating to notification by watercraft trailer dealer) and the publication of notice under section 7326 (relating to publication).

(c) Return of property.--Upon payment of all charges and expenses under subsection (b), the watercraft trailer dealer shall return the watercraft trailer to the customer, lienholder or owner and shall thereafter have no liability to any person with respect to the watercraft trailer dealer.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7752 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 77 / Section 7752
Penalties for violation of chapter.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d) and unless otherwise provided in this chapter, a person who violates this chapter commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction:

(1) For a first offense, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $200 and costs of prosecution and, in default of the payment of the fine or costs, shall be imprisoned for not more than ten days.

(2) For a subsequent offense, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $300 and costs of

prosecution and, in default of the payment of the fine or costs, shall be imprisoned for not more than 30 days.

(b) Failure to obtain liability insurance.--(Deleted by amendment).

(c) Unauthorized disposition of forms.--A person who disposes of a summons or complaint issued pursuant to this chapter in a manner other than that prescribed by law, rule or regulation commits a misdemeanor of the third degree.

(d) Registration.--

(1) A person who violates section 7711.1 (relating to registration of snowmobile or ATV) or 7711.2 (relating to limited registration of snowmobile or ATV) by failing to obtain the required registration certificate or limited registration certificate commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $300 or to be imprisoned for 90 days, or both, and costs of prosecution. Proceedings for a summary offense under this paragraph must be commenced within 60 days after commission of the alleged offense or within 60 days after discovery of the commission of the offense or the identity of the offender, whichever is later.

(2) A person who violates section 7711.1 or 7711.2 by failing to properly display the required registration decal or plate commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $50 and costs of prosecution.

(3) A person who violates section 7711.1 by failing to properly display the required expiration sticker or by failing to carry the required registration certificate commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $50 and costs of prosecution. (July 11, 1985, P.L.220, No.56, eff. 60 days; July 2, 1993, P.L.408, No.58, eff. 60 days; July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; June 25, 2001, P.L.701, No.68, eff. 120 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 6141 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6141
Declaration of policy.
Status: in_force

It is the policy of this Commonwealth to promote and encourage the fullest possible use of its highway system by authorizing the making and execution of reciprocal agreements, arrangements and declarations with other states, provinces, territories and countries with respect to drivers, licensed and vehicles registered in this and other states, provinces, territories and countries, thus contributing to the economic and social development and growth of this Commonwealth.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9202 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 92 / Section 9202
Application of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter applies to all State highways designated by the department as functionally-local highways.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7801 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 78 / Section 7801
Short title of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee Act.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1801 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 18 / Section 1801
Definitions.
Status: in_force

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Commissioner." The Insurance Commissioner of the Commonwealth.

"Comprehensive database system." A centralized organization or entity designed to collect and disseminate insurance claims information and data from and among its members or subscribers for, but not limited to, the prevention and suppression of fraud.

"Department." The Insurance Department of the Commonwealth. "Motor vehicle insurer" or "insurer." An entity licensed to write motor vehicle insurance in the Commonwealth. (Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, eff. imd.)
75 Pa.C.S. § 7504.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 75 / Section 7504.1
Agent duties and responsibilities.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--An agent shall faithfully abide by and comply with all laws pertaining to the issuance of temporary registration plates and cards.

(b) Return or surrender of temporary registration cards and plates.--

(1) An agent who discontinues the business shall, within five days of discontinuance, return to the department all temporary registration cards and plates in the agent's possession. The department shall make appropriate refunds under paragraph (3).

(2) An agent whose contract has been terminated shall surrender all registration cards and plates in the agent's possession as directed by the department or its designee.

(3) The fee paid by an agent for a temporary registration plate shall be refunded to the agent upon the return of the plate if the plate is accompanied by the appropriate form provided by the department except when the contract to operate as an agent is terminated. The department shall deduct $25 from the refund to cover processing of the request for refund.

(c) Seizure of registration plates.--Designated department employees and designees of the department may seize temporary registration plates and related documents from a messenger or agent who does not have a contract with the department to provide agent services.

(d) Display of sign and certificate.--Every messenger or agent service shall display on the outside of each place of business an identifying sign conforming to regulations of the department and shall prominently display within each place of business its certificate of authorization. No person other than an authorized messenger or agent service shall display a similar identifying sign or certificate. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 6 months) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added section 7504.1.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8501 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8501
Definitions.
Status: in_force

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Advisory committee." The Highly Automated Vehicle Advisory Committee established in section 8503 (relating to Highly Automated Vehicle Advisory Committee).

"Certificate of compliance." A certificate authorizing the operation of a highly automated vehicle in accordance with
75 Pa.C.S. § 9208 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 92 / Section 9208
Periodic review by General Assembly (Deleted by amendment).
Status: in_force

2006 Amendment. Section 9208 was deleted by amendment July 7, 2006, P.L.341, No.70, effective in 60 days.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1712 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1712
Availability of benefits.
Status: in_force

An insurer issuing or delivering liability insurance policies covering any motor vehicle of the type required to be registered under this title, except recreational vehicles not intended for highway use, motorcycles, motor-driven cycles or motorized pedalcycles or like type vehicles, registered and operated in this Commonwealth, shall make available for purchase first party benefits with respect to injury arising out of the maintenance or use of a motor vehicle as follows:

(1) Medical benefit.--Subject to the limitations of section 1797 (relating to customary charges for treatment), coverage to provide for reasonable and necessary medical treatment and rehabilitative services, including, but not limited to, hospital, dental, surgical, psychiatric, psychological, osteopathic, ambulance, chiropractic, licensed physical therapy, nursing services, vocational rehabilitation and occupational therapy, speech pathology and audiology, optometric services, medications, medical supplies and prosthetic devices, all without limitation as to time, provided that, within 18 months from the date of the accident causing injury, it is ascertainable with reasonable medical probability that further expenses may be incurred as a result of the injury. Benefits under this paragraph may include any nonmedical remedial care and treatment rendered in accordance with a recognized religious method of healing.

(2) Income loss benefit.--Includes the following:

(i) Eighty percent of actual loss of gross income.

(ii) Reasonable expenses actually incurred for hiring a substitute to perform self-employment services thereby mitigating loss of gross income or for hiring special help thereby enabling a person to work and mitigate loss of gross income. Income loss does not include loss of expected income for any period following the death of an individual or expenses incurred for services performed following the death of an individual. Income loss shall not commence until five working days have been lost after the date of the accident.

(3) Accidental death benefit.--A death benefit paid to the personal representative of the insured, should injury resulting from a motor vehicle accident cause death within 24 months from the date of the accident.

(4) Funeral benefit.--Expenses directly related to the funeral, burial, cremation or other form of disposition of the remains of a deceased individual, incurred as a result of the death of the individual as a result of the accident and within 24 months from the date of the accident.

(5) Combination benefit.--A combination of benefits described in paragraphs (1) through (4) as an alternative to the separate purchase of those benefits.

(6) Extraordinary medical benefits.--Medical benefits, as defined in paragraph (1), which exceed $100,000. (Feb. 12, 1984, P.L.53, No.12, eff. Oct. 1, 1984; Feb. 7, 1990, P.L.11, No.6, eff. July 1, 1990; Oct. 4, 2002, P.L.845, No.123, eff. 60 days; Dec. 23, 2002, P.L.1982, No.229, eff. Dec. 3, 2002) 2002 Amendments. Act 123 amended par. (1) and Act 229 amended par. (1). Cross References. Section 1712 is referred to in sections 1715, 1718, 1719, 1720, 1721, 1752, 1753, 1787 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 29 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 29 / Section 29
Construction of law.
Status: in_force

Nothing in this act shall be construed or deemed to provide magisterial district judges with retirement benefits or rights that are different from those available to district justices or justices of the peace immediately prior to the effective

date of this act. Nothing in this act shall be construed or deemed to provide senior magisterial district judges with retirement benefits or rights that are different from those available to senior district justices immediately prior to the effective date of this act. 2005, JULY 14, P.L.285, NO.50
75 Pa.C.S. § 1368.4 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1368.4
Special plates for recipients of Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal.
Status: in_force

(a) Issuance.--Upon application of a person who is a recipient of the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal, accompanied by a fee of $26 which shall be in addition to the registration fee and any documentation the department requires, the department shall issue to the person a special registration plate designating the vehicle so licensed as belonging to a person who is a recipient of the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal.

(b) Limitation.--A special registration plate under this section may be used only on a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds.

(c) Design.--The department shall design and produce the special registration plate under this section to display the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal emblem and the words "Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal" at the bottom of each plate. Each special registration plate under this section that is not personalized shall also include the letter "B" as a prefix or suffix to the numerals on the special registration plate. (July 15, 2024, P.L.737, No.60, eff. 120 days) 2024 Amendment. Act 60 added section 1368.4.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1618 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 16 / Section 1618
Fines exempt from Judicial Computer Account.
Status: in_force

All fines and penalties imposed by this chapter shall be deposited into the Motor License Fund and shall not be subject to the provisions of 42 Pa.C.S. § 3733 (relating to deposits into account).
75 Pa.C.S. § 9206 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 92 / Section 9206
Publication of list of highways transferred.
Status: in_force

The department shall, from time to time, certify to the Legislative Reference Bureau a list of highways transferred and the bureau shall cause the list to be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin as a notice under 45 Pa.C.S. § 725(a)(3) (relating to additional contents of Pennsylvania Bulletin). The list shall also be certified to the office of recorder of deeds of the county in which the participating municipalities are located.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1366.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1366.1
Special plates for United States military airborne units.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Upon application of any person who is a veteran of or a member of a United States military airborne unit, accompanied by a fee of $20 which shall be in addition to the annual registration fee and by such documentation as the department shall require, the department shall issue to the person a special registration plate designating the vehicle so licensed as belonging to a person who is a veteran of or a member of a United States military airborne unit. The special registration plate may be used only on a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. The department shall design and produce the special registration plate to display a set of jump wings and glider wings.

(b) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "veteran of or a member of a United States military airborne unit" includes parachutist or glider units, glider troopers, paratroopers, air assault troopers, Rangers, U.S. Army Special Forces, USMC Recon, U.S. Navy Seals, U.S. Air Force Special Operations, Troop Carrier Command, including glider pilots and the 160th SOAR, military personnel who satisfactorily completed the prescribed proficiency tests while assigned or attached to an airborne unit and any other military personnel determined by the department to be appropriately classified as a member of a United States military airborne parachutist or glider unit. (Oct. 24, 2012, P.L.1282, No.158, eff. 180 days; July 2, 2014, P.L.988, No.109, eff. 60 days) 2014 Amendment. Act 109 amended subsec. (a). 2012 Amendment. Act 158 added section 1366.1. Cross References. Section 1366.1 is referred to in section 1333 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6305 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 63 / Section 6305
Arrest of nonresident.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Upon arrest of a nonresident for any violation of this title, a police officer shall escort the defendant to the appropriate issuing authority for a hearing, posting of bond or payment of the applicable fine and costs, unless the defendant chooses to place the amount of the applicable fine (or the maximum fine in the case of a variable fine) and costs in a stamped envelope addressed to the appropriate issuing authority and mails the envelope in the presence of the police officer.

(b) Procedure upon payment by mail.--If the defendant mails the amount of the fine prescribed in subsection (a), the defendant shall indicate on an accompanying form whether the payment constitutes a fine based on a plea of guilty or a bond for a hearing based on a plea of not guilty. If the plea is not guilty, the police officer shall notify the issuing authority by telephone and the issuing authority shall schedule a hearing for the following day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays), unless the defendant requests a continuance, in which case a hearing shall be scheduled to accommodate the defendant, the police officer and the issuing authority.

(c) Form of payment.--The amount of the fine and costs may be paid in cash, personal or other check, credit card or guaranteed arrest bond, except that the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts may enlarge or restrict the types of payment which may be made by mail.

(d) Receipt for payment.--Except as otherwise provided or prescribed by law, the police officer shall give the defendant a receipt for the payment, a copy of which shall be mailed with the payment and a copy retained by the police officer. (Apr. 28, 1978, P.L.202, No.53, eff. 60 days) 1978 Amendment. Act 53 amended subsecs. (c) and (d).
75 Pa.C.S. § 7115 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 71 / Section 7115
Application for certificate of title of a stolen vehicle.
Status: in_force

Upon receipt of an application for a certificate of title of a stolen vehicle, the department shall notify the State Police and the rightful owner and shall withhold the issuing of the certificate of title until the proper investigation is made.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3114 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 31 / Section 3114
Flashing signals.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Whenever a flashing red or yellow signal is used in a traffic signal or with a traffic sign it shall require obedience by vehicular traffic as follows:

(1) Flashing red.--When a red lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles shall stop in the same manner as at a stop sign, and the right to proceed shall be subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign as provided in section 3323 (relating to stop signs and yield signs).

(2) Flashing yellow.--When a yellow lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles may proceed through the intersection or past such signal only with caution.

(b) Railroad grade crossings.--This section does not apply at railroad grade crossings. Conduct of drivers of vehicles approaching railroad grade crossings shall be governed by the rules as set forth in section 3341 (relating to obedience to signal indicating approach of train). Cross References. Section 3114 is referred to in sections 1535, 3116, 3117, 3326, 3327 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1542 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 15 / Section 1542
Revocation of habitual offender's license.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department shall revoke the operating privilege of any person found to be a habitual offender pursuant to the provisions of this section. A "habitual offender" shall be any person whose driving record, as maintained in the department, shows that such person has accumulated the requisite number of convictions for the separate and distinct offenses described and enumerated in subsection (b) committed after the effective date of this title and within any period of five years thereafter.

(b) Offenses enumerated.--Three convictions arising from separate acts of any one or more of the following offenses committed by any person shall result in such person being designated as a habitual offender:

(1) Any violation of Subchapter B of Chapter 37 (relating to serious traffic offenses).

(1.1) Any violation of Chapter 38 (relating to driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs) except for sections 3808(a)(1) and (b) (relating to illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock) and 3809 (relating to restriction on alcoholic beverages).

(1.2) Any violation of section 1543(b)(1.1) (relating to driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked).

(2) Any violation of section 3367 (relating to racing on highways and trafficways).

(3) Any violation of section 3742 (relating to accidents involving death or personal injury).

(3.1) Any violation of section 3742.1 (relating to accidents involving death or personal injury while not properly licensed).

(4) Any violation of section 3743 (relating to accidents involving damage to attended vehicle or property).

(c) Accelerative Rehabilitative Disposition as an offense.--Acceptance of Accelerative Rehabilitative Disposition for any offense enumerated in subsection (b) shall be considered an offense for the purposes of this section.

(d) Period of revocation.--The operating privilege of any person found to be a habitual offender under the provisions of this section shall be revoked by the department for a period of five years.

(e) Additional offenses.--Each additional offense committed within a period of five years, as measured from the date of any previous offense, shall result in a revocation for an additional period of two years. (Dec. 7, 1994, P.L.820, No.115, eff. imd.; Dec. 12, 1994, P.L.1048, No.143, eff. 9 months; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Sept. 30, 2003, P.L.120, No.24, eff. Feb. 1, 2004; Oct. 16, 2024, P.L.992, No.103, eff. 11 months) 2024 Amendment. Act 103 amended subsec. (b)(2). 2003 Amendment. Act 24 amended subsec. (b). 1994 Amendment. Act 143 amended subsecs. (b) and (e). Cross References. Section 1542 is referred to in sections 1516, 1534, 1541, 1543, 1554, 1575, 1783, 6503.1 of this title; section 5502 of Title 30 (Fish).
75 Pa.C.S. § 7331 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7331
Construction.
Status: in_force

Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to authorize a watercraft trailer dealer to transfer any right, title or interest in a watercraft trailer in violation of section 307 of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (Public Law 108-89, 50 App. U.S.C. § 537) or 51 Pa.C.S. § 4105 (relating to exemption from civil process).
75 Pa.C.S. § 3718 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3718
Minor prohibited from operating with any alcohol in system.
Status: in_force

(a) Offense defined.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, a minor shall not drive, operate or be in physical control of a motor vehicle while having any alcohol in his system.

(b) Penalty.--A person who violates subsection (a) commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100.

(c) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "minor" means a person under 21 years of age. (July 2, 1996, P.L.535, No.93, eff. 30 days; July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 30 days) 1996 Amendments. Act 93 added section 3718 and Act 115 added section 3718. The amendments by Acts 93 and 115 are identical and therefore have been merged. Cross References. Section 3718 is referred to in section 1532 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7901 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 79 / Section 7901
Short title of chapter.
Status: in_force

This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Motorcycle Safety Law.
75 Pa.C.S. § 9104 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 91 / Section 9104
Standards and methodology for data collection.
Status: in_force

The department shall initially determine the standards and methodology for data collection and shall, within ten days of the effective date of this chapter, publish them in the Pennsylvania Bulletin as a basis for making such determinations in subsequent years. (Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. July 1, 1997)
75 Pa.C.S. § 9606 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 96 / Section 9606
Tax revenue to Motor License Fund.
Status: in_force

All taxes, fees, penalties and interest paid under this chapter shall be credited to and are hereby appropriated to the Motor License Fund as provided for by section 11 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania. (Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. Oct. 1, 1997)
75 Pa.C.S. § 1318 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1318
Duties of agents.
Status: in_force

(a) Verification of financial responsibility.--An agent of the Department of Transportation who is authorized to issue on behalf of the department a vehicle registration renewal or temporary registration shall be required to verify financial responsibility prior to issuance.

(b) Proof.--Proof of financial responsibility shall be verified by examining one of the following documents:

(1) An identification card as required by regulations promulgated by the Insurance Department.

(2) The declaration page of an insurance policy.

(3) A certificate of financial responsibility.

(4) A valid binder of insurance issued by an insurance company licensed to sell motor vehicle liability insurance in Pennsylvania.

(5) A legible photocopy, facsimile or printout of an electronic transmission of a document listed in paragraphs

(1) through (4), provided the agent receives the photocopy, facsimile or printout directly from a licensed insurance company or licensed insurance agency. The agent shall not accept a photocopy, facsimile or printout unless the licensed insurance company or licensed insurance agency provides it on the letterhead of the company or the agency, or with a letter written upon the company's or agency's letterhead, which specifically references the proof of financial responsibility by the insured's name and address and the make, model and vehicle identification number of the insured vehicle. An issuing agent of the department shall not accept a photocopy, facsimile or printout of an electronic transmission as proof of financial responsibility under this paragraph when the issuing agent is also acting as an insurance agent for the licensed insurance company or licensed insurance agency.

(c) Handwritten proof of financial responsibility.--If handwritten proof of financial responsibility is acceptable proof of insurance in the state where the vehicle is to be registered, the issuing agent is authorized to accept such handwritten proof, provided the issuing agent receives written confirmation from the applicable state, insurance company or insurance agency that handwritten proof is acceptable in that state. The agent shall retain a copy of the written confirmation along with the copy of the document provided as proof of financial responsibility.

(d) Verification of information on application.--In addition to any other duty prescribed by this title or departmental regulations, an agent shall verify that the purchase price stated on the application approximates the fair market value of the vehicle in a manner prescribed by the department as set forth in a notice published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin.

(e) Penalty.--Any person who violates this section, in addition to any penalty, suspension or revocation imposed by the department, commits a summary offense and shall, upon

conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500 and for each subsequent or additional offense a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $500, or to imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both. (Feb. 7, 1990, P.L.11, No.6, eff. 60 days; July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. 60 days) 1997 Amendment. Act 3 added subsecs. (d) and (e).
75 Pa.C.S. § 28 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 28 / Section 28
Applicability.
Status: in_force

This act shall apply as follows:

(1) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (2), any and all references in any other law to a "district justice" or "justice of the peace" shall be deemed to be references to a magisterial district judge.

(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the provisions of 71 Pa.C.S. Explanatory Note. Act 207 amended sections 102, 1619, 3510, 3582, 4581, 4907, 6309.2, 8306 and 9002 of Title 75.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3723 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3723
Theft of catalytic converter.
Status: in_force

(a) Offense defined.--A person commits the offense of theft of a catalytic converter if the person unlawfully takes or attempts to take possession of, carries away or exercises unlawful control over a catalytic converter with intent to deprive the rightful owner of the catalytic converter.

(b) Grading.--Except as provided under subsection (c):

(1) An offense under this section constitutes a misdemeanor of the third degree if the value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained is less than $50.

(2) An offense under this section constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree if the value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained is $50 or more but less than $200.

(3) An offense under this section constitutes a misdemeanor of the first degree if the value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained is $200 or more but less than $1,000.

(4) An offense under this section constitutes a felony of the third degree if the value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained is $1,000 or more.

(c) Third or subsequent offenses.--An offense under this section constitutes a felony of the third degree if the offense is a third or subsequent offense, regardless of the value of the catalytic converter. For purposes of this subsection, a first and second offense include a conviction, acceptance of or other form of preliminary disposition before the sentencing on the present violation for an offense under this section. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 60 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 3723.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6323 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 63 / Section 6323
Reports by courts.
Status: in_force

Subject to any inconsistent procedures and standards relating to reports and transmission of funds prescribed pursuant to Title 42 (relating to judiciary and judicial procedure):

(1) The following shall apply:

(i) The clerk of any court of this Commonwealth, within ten days after final judgment of conviction or acquittal or other disposition of charges under any of the provisions of this title or under section 13 of the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, including an adjudication of delinquency or the granting of a consent decree, shall send to the department a record of the judgment of conviction, acquittal or other disposition.

(ii) The following shall apply:

(A) The clerk of any court of this Commonwealth shall, by January 1, 2016, send to the department each record of the following, including an adjudication of delinquency or the granting of a consent decree, that was not sent within ten days after final judgment of conviction or acquittal or other disposition:

(I) A judgment of conviction, adjudication of delinquency or a granting of a consent decree under section 13 of The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act. (II) A judgment of conviction, adjudication of delinquency or a granting of a consent decree under section 1532(c) (relating to suspension of operating privilege) for a conviction of any offense involving the possession, sale, delivery, offering for sale, holding for sale or giving away of any controlled substance under the laws of the United States, this Commonwealth or any other state.

(B) A filing made under this subparagraph shall be valid for the purposes of this title.

(2) A record of the judgment shall also be forwarded to the department upon conviction or acquittal of a person of a felony, a misdemeanor of the first degree or a misdemeanor of the second degree in the commission of which the judge determines that a motor vehicle was essentially involved.

(3) The fines and bail forfeited under any of the provisions of this title payable to the Commonwealth under
75 Pa.C.S. § 1818 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 18 / Section 1818
Civil immunity.
Status: in_force

No person shall be subject to civil liability for libel, violation of privacy, or otherwise by virtue of the filing of reports or furnishing of other information, in good faith and without malice, required by this subchapter.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7323 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7323
Liens.
Status: in_force

A watercraft trailer dealer shall have a lien, dependent upon possession, on a watercraft trailer for the balance due the watercraft trailer dealer for any repair, remanufacture, restoration, alteration, storage, cleaning, consignment or brokerage of a boat, any related equipment or a watercraft trailer. The watercraft trailer dealer may retain possession of a watercraft trailer until the charges are paid.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1337.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1337.1
Fleet owner transporter registration plate.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department shall issue to fleet owners special registration plates which may be displayed on passenger cars, trucks, truck tractors and trailers owned or leased by the fleet owner in lieu of registering each vehicle individually.

(b) Limitations on use of plates.--

(1) A registration plate issued under this section may be displayed only on an unladen vehicle.

(2) A registration plate issued under this section may be displayed only on a vehicle type for which it was purchased, except that a plate issued for a truck or truck tractor may be displayed on an unladen passenger car or an unladen trailer. The weight limits for trucks, truck tractors and trailers must conform to the weight limit for which the registration plate was purchased.

(3) A vehicle bearing a registration plate issued under this section may be used for any of the following:

(i) For transit of the vehicle to or from the place where the vehicle is offered for sale.

(ii) For transit from the place where the vehicle was purchased.

(iii) For transit to and from a location where the vehicle is modified, completed or enhanced for a period of not more than 30 days after the date of purchase.

(iv) For testing of the vehicle for a period of not more than 30 days after the date of purchase.

(v) For repair, servicing or inspection of a vehicle which is not normally operated on a highway.

(c) Records.--Records shall be kept by the fleet owner in a manner prescribed by the department indicating the vehicles which displayed each registration plate issued under this section. The records shall be open to inspection by department representatives and any police officer. (Dec. 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, eff. 60 days) 1992 Amendment. Act 174 added section 1337.1.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1316 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1316
Department records.
Status: in_force

The department shall maintain suitable records in a manner permitting identification of vehicles and owners, including:

(1) All registrations and transfers of registrations issued.

(2) All registrations and transfers of registrations denied and reasons for denial. Registrations and transfers returned for correction of errors or omissions need not be recorded.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1756 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1756
Subrogation.
Status: in_force

The Assigned Claims Plan or its assignee is entitled to recover, in accordance with the tort liability law of this Commonwealth, reimbursement for benefits or coverages paid, loss adjustment costs and any other sums paid to an eligible claimant under this subchapter. (Feb. 12, 1984, P.L.53, No.12, eff. Oct. 1, 1984)
75 Pa.C.S. § 4978 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4978
Permit for movement of building structural components.
Status: in_force

A permit may be issued for the duration of a single building construction project, but not exceeding one year, authorizing the movement upon specified highways of nondivisible building structural components, such as precast concrete, roof trusses or wall panels, which exceed the maximum width, height or length specified in Subchapter B (relating to width, height and length) or the maximum gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Combinations permitted under this section may not exceed 90 feet in length, 13 feet in width, 14 feet 6 inches in height or 116,000 pounds gross vehicle weight. (Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 4978 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3321 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 33 / Section 3321
Vehicle approaching or entering intersection.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--When two vehicles approach or enter an intersection from different highways at approximately the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the left shall yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right.

(b) Exception.--The right-of-way rule established in subsection (a) is not applicable:

(1) on through highways, where the traffic on the through highway shall have the right-of-way;

(2) on limited-access highways, where the traffic on the limited-access highway shall have the right-of-way;

(3) in traffic circles, where the traffic in the traffic circle shall have the right-of-way; and

(4) as otherwise provided in this part. (Dec. 11, 1986, P.L.1530, No.166, eff. 60 days) Cross References. Section 3321 is referred to in section 1535 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1913 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 19 / Section 1913
Motor homes.
Status: in_force

The annual fee for registration of a motor home shall be determined by its registered gross weight in pounds according to the following table: Registered Gross Fee Weight in Pounds Class $65 8,000 or less

8,001 - 11,000

11,001 or more

(Apr. 17, 1997, P.L.6, No.3, eff. July 1, 1997; Nov. 25, 2013, P.L.974, No.89, eff. July 1, 2014) 2013 Amendment. See the preamble to Act 89 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to legislative findings and declarations. 1997 Amendment. See section 20 of Act 3 in the appendix to this title for special provisions relating to additional revenue from fee increases. Cross References. Section 1913 is referred to in sections 1926, 9511.11 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1155 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1155
Certification.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a written or printed report of an electronic transaction or recording permitted under this subchapter, if certified as true and correct by the department, shall serve as evidence of any signature, acknowledgment or information which was provided to or by the department through electronic means, and the certification shall be admissible in any legal proceeding as evidence of the facts stated therein.
75 Pa.C.S. § 2009 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 20 / Section 2009
Rules and regulations.
Status: in_force

The commissioner may adopt such rules and regulations as are reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter. Rules and regulations shall be promulgated in conformity with the provisions of the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.769, No.240), referred to as the Commonwealth Documents Law, and the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1107 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1107
Delivery of certificate of title.
Status: in_force

The certificate of title shall be mailed to the first lienholder or encumbrancer named in the certificate or, if there is no lienholder or encumbrancer, the title shall be mailed or delivered to the owner in accordance with the department regulations.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7301 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 73 / Section 7301
Authorization of salvors.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department shall authorize and shall issue a certificate of authorization to every salvor that complies with the requirements of this chapter and regulations adopted by the department and is a currently registered vehicle salvage dealer as defined in section 1337(c)(2) (relating to use of "Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Business" registration plates).

(a.1) Repair or towing business.--The department may authorize and issue a certificate of authorization to a currently registered repair or towing business under section 1337(c)(1) if there is no qualified vehicle salvage dealer in a county.

(b) Unauthorized operation prohibited.--No person shall operate as a salvor unless authorized.

(c) Duty of salvor.--(Deleted by amendment).

(d) Storage facility.--(Deleted by amendment). (July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. imd.; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days)
75 Pa.C.S. § 7501 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 75 / Section 7501
Authorization of messenger and agent services.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The department shall enter into contracts for messenger and agent services.

(b) Unauthorized operation prohibited.--No person shall operate a messenger or agent service without a valid contract.

(c) Penalty.--Any person operating a messenger or agent service without a valid contract is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $500. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 amended the entire section, effective in six months as to subsec. (a) and two years as to the remainder of the section.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3309 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 33 / Section 3309
Driving on roadways laned for traffic.
Status: in_force

Whenever any roadway has been divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for traffic the following rules in addition to all others not inconsistent therewith shall apply:

(1) Driving within single lane.--A vehicle shall be driven as nearly as practicable entirely within a single lane and shall not be moved from the lane until the driver has first ascertained that the movement can be made with safety.

(2) Three lane roadways.--Upon a roadway which is divided into three lanes and provides for two-way movement of traffic, a vehicle shall not be driven in the center lane except when overtaking and passing another vehicle traveling in the same direction when the center lane is clear of traffic within a safe distance, or in preparation for making a left turn, or where the center lane is allocated exclusively to traffic moving in the same direction that the vehicle is proceeding and the allocation is designated by official traffic-control devices.

(3) Lanes limited to specific use.--Official traffic-control devices may be erected to restrict the use of specified lanes to specified classes or types of traffic or vehicles, including multioccupant vehicles or car pools, and drivers of vehicles shall obey the directions of every such device.

(4) Prohibitions against changing lanes.--Official traffic-control devices may be installed prohibiting the changing of lanes on a section of roadway and drivers of vehicles shall obey the directions of every such device. Cross References. Section 3309 is referred to in sections 1603, 3326 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1949 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 19 / Section 1949
Construction trucks (Deleted by amendment).
Status: in_force

1998 Amendment. Section 1949 was deleted by amendment December 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, effective immediately.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3717 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3717
Trespass by motor vehicle.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--It is unlawful for a person to knowingly operate a motor vehicle on private real property other than a private road or driveway without consent of the owner or lessor of the real property.

(b) Operation of motor vehicle on private road or driveway prohibited.--Except when necessary as a result of emergency or when necessary to provide the operator a means of turning his vehicle around on portions of highways where no other means of turning around is provided, it is unlawful, without the consent of the owner or lessor, for a person to knowingly operate a motor vehicle on a private road or driveway. There shall be a rebuttable presumption that a person has knowingly violated this subsection if the owner or lessor of the road or driveway has placed, at or near the points of entry from public or private vehicular access, a gate, fence or similar obstruction or a readily visible sign that would reasonably convey that the unauthorized operation of motor vehicles on the road or driveway is prohibited.

(c) Damage to real property by operation of motor vehicle prohibited.--It is unlawful for a person to knowingly or recklessly cause damage to any real or personal property by means of the operation of a motor vehicle on private real property. There shall be a rebuttable presumption that a person has knowingly or recklessly caused damage under this subsection

where digging, ground breakage or other damage to land, sod or soil or damage to trees, growing crops, ornamental flowers or shrubs or other similar flora affixed to the land or to structures, fixtures or personal property affixed to or located on the private real property has resulted from the operation of a motor vehicle on the private real property.

(d) Travel on cultivated land prohibited.--It is unlawful for a person to knowingly operate a motor vehicle on cultivated agricultural land of another without the consent of the owner or lessor. For purposes of this subsection, the term "cultivated agricultural land" includes land which is or has been recently groomed or prepared for the purpose of present or future commercial or private agricultural, silvicultural, horticultural or floricultural production, whether or not the land is currently in seed or sustaining growing crops. There shall be a rebuttable presumption that a person has knowingly operated a motor vehicle on cultivated agricultural land either if there are agricultural crops or residue from the crops visible on the land or if the owner or lessor of the land has placed near the roadside boundaries of the property visible signs which would easily convey to the operator of a motor vehicle that the land is cultivated agricultural land and that operation of a motor vehicle on it is prohibited.

(e) Offense defined.--The following penalties shall apply:

(1) A person who violates subsection (b) commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of $100.

(2) A person who violates subsection (c) or (d) commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be subject to the following penalties:

(i) A fine of $500 for a first conviction of the offense.

(ii) A fine of $1,000 plus suspension of operating privileges for a period of six months for a second or subsequent conviction of the offense. If a person is under 16 years of age at the time of the second or subsequent conviction of an offense, the period of suspension shall commence upon the person's 16th birthday.

(3) In addition, restitution shall be made for the value of damage to real or personal property which results from the violation of this section.

(f) Assessment of points.--A person whose operating privilege has been suspended pursuant to subsection (e) shall not be subject to assessment of points otherwise applicable under section 1545 (relating to restoration of operating privilege) upon restoration of privileges.

(g) Additional penalties.--This section is not intended nor shall this section be construed to preclude prosecution, conviction or imposition of penalties pursuant to other provisions of this title that may be applicable. (July 1, 1990, P.L.312, No.70, eff. 60 days) 1990 Amendment. Act 70 added section 3717. Cross References. Section 3717 is referred to in section 7724 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7135 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 71 / Section 7135
Odometer mileage statement retention.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Each dealer or motor vehicle auction company who is required by this subchapter to execute or receive an odometer mileage statement shall retain for four years each odometer mileage statement which he receives. He shall also retain for four years a photostat, carbon or other facsimile copy of each odometer mileage statement which he issues. The dealer shall retain each odometer mileage statement at the primary place of business in an order that is appropriate to his business requirements and that permits systematic retrieval. The statement may be reproduced as long as no information or identifying marks such as signatures are lost in the reproduction.

(b) Inspection.--Each dealer or motor vehicle auction company shall make any odometer mileage statement which it has retained available for inspection and copying by law enforcement authorities, the Attorney General or his designee and any district attorney or his designee. Cross References. Section 7135 is referred to in section 7134 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1736 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1736
Coverages in excess of required amounts.
Status: in_force

The coverages provided under this subchapter may be offered by insurers in amounts higher than those required by this chapter but may not be greater than the limits of liability specified in the bodily injury liability provisions of the insured's policy.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4723.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 47 / Section 4723.1
Certificate of appointment for enhanced vehicle safety inspection for reconstructed vehicle, modified or specially constructed inspection stations.
Status: in_force

The department shall issue a certificate of appointment for enhanced vehicle safety inspection for reconstructed vehicle, modified or specially constructed inspection stations. (Dec. 1, 2004, P.L.1767, No.228, eff. Jan. 1, 2007) 2004 Amendment. Act 228 added section 4723.1.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3115 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 31 / Section 3115
Lane-direction-control signals.
Status: in_force

When lane-direction-control signals are placed over the individual lanes of a street or highway, vehicular traffic may travel in any lane over which a green signal is shown, but shall not enter or travel in any lane over which a red signal is shown.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3513 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 35 / Section 3513
Civil immunity for lenders of pedalcycle helmets.
Status: in_force

No person or organization who or which lends to another person or organization a pedalcycle helmet, as described in section 3510 (relating to pedalcycle helmets for certain persons), shall be liable for any civil damages resulting from any act or omission, except any act or omission intentionally designed to harm or any grossly negligent act or omission resulting in harm to another. (Dec. 28, 1994, P.L.1441, No.170, eff. 60 days) 1994 Amendment. Act 170 added section 3513.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1333 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1333
Lost, stolen, damaged or illegible registration plate.
Status: in_force

(a) Application for new plate.--The registrant of the vehicle shall within 48 hours of discovering the loss, theft or defacement apply to the department for a new plate and report the loss or theft of a plate to the police.

(b) Substitute registration.--Where the registration plate has been lost or stolen and in any other case in which the department may deem it advisable, the original registration shall be cancelled and substitute registration issued under a new registration number other than that originally issued. Upon receipt of substitute registration, it shall be the duty of the registrant to return the old registration plates and card to the department, unless lost or destroyed.

(b.1) Illegible registration plate.--

(1) The department may reissue a registration plate upon request by a registrant when it is determined by an authorized representative of the department or law enforcement that the registration plate is illegible from a reasonable distance. The department may select the style of the reissued registration plate and, except in the case of personal registration plates issued under section 1341 (relating to special registration plates), the registration plate number.

(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1):

(i) The department shall at no cost to the registrant reissue the style of the registration plate under subparagraph (ii) upon request by a registrant when it is determined by an authorized representative of the department or law enforcement that the registration plate is illegible from a reasonable distance.

(ii) Subparagraph (i) shall apply to plates issued under:

(A) Section 1342 (relating to veteran plates and placard).

(B) Section 1345 (relating to special plates for recipients of the Medal of Honor).

(C) Section 1346 (relating to special plates for recipients of Purple Heart).

(D) Section 1348 (relating to special plates for Pearl Harbor survivors).

(E) Section 1350 (relating to special plates for veterans of Korean War).

(F) Section 1350.1 (relating to special plates for recipients of Korean Defense Service Medal).

(G) Section 1351 (relating to special plates for veterans of Persian Gulf War).

(H) Section 1356 (relating to special plates for recipients of Expeditionary Forces Medal).

(I) Section 1357 (relating to special plates for World War II veterans).

(J) Section 1357.1 (relating to special plates for individuals in the service of the United States Merchant Marine).

(K) Section 1360 (relating to special plates for veterans of Vietnam Conflict).

(L) Section 1361 (relating to special motorcycle plates related to veterans).

(M) Section 1362 (relating to Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans plate).

(N) Section 1363 (relating to Operation Enduring Freedom veterans plate).

(O) Section 1363.1 (relating to Afghanistan and Iraq veterans plate).

(P) Section 1364 (relating to special plates for veterans).

(Q) Section 1364.1 (relating to special plates for current members of the armed forces of the United States).

(R) Section 1365 (relating to Gold Star Family plate).

(S) Section 1366 (relating to special plates for recipients of Silver Star).

(T) Section 1366.1 (relating to special plates for United States military airborne units).

(U) Section 1366.2 (relating to Blue Star Family plate).

(V) Section 1366.3 (relating to special plates for recipients of Air Medal).

(W) Section 1367 (relating to special plates for recipients of Bronze Star).

(X) Section 1368 (relating to special plates for recipients of Bronze Star for Valor).

(Y) Section 1368.1 (relating to special plates for recipients of Soldier's Medal).

(Z) Section 1368.2 (relating to special plates for recipients of Presidential Service Badge). (AA) Section 1368.3 (relating to special plates for recipients of Legion of Merit). (BB) Section 1369 (relating to special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross). (CC) Section 1369.1 (relating to special plates for recipients of Combat Action Badge, Combat Infantryman Badge, Combat Action Ribbon, Combat Action Medal or Combat Medical Badge). (DD) Section 1369.3 (relating to special plates for veterans of an ally foreign country). (EE) Any special plates honoring military service authorized by law that is consistent with this paragraph. The secretary shall transmit notice of any plates under this clause to the Legislative Reference Bureau for publication in the next available issue of the Pennsylvania Bulletin.

(iii) A registration plate under subparagraph (ii), reissued under subparagraph (i), that is also a personal registration plate shall be reissued at no cost to the registrant with the same registration plate number unless waived in writing by the registrant.

(c) Affidavit to avoid penalty.--No owner or operator of a vehicle shall be subject to a fine for the reason that the registration plate is missing if they have in their possession

an affidavit that the plate was lost or stolen and that application for new plate or plates was made within 48 hours as required in this section. (Nov. 26, 2008, P.L.1658, No.133, eff. 60 days; Mar. 19, 2014, P.L.361, No.23, eff. 120 days; July 8, 2024, P.L.541, No.51, eff. 60 days) 2024 Amendment. Act 51 amended subsec. (b.1).
75 Pa.C.S. § 6342 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 63 / Section 6342
Written policies required.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--Each police department shall develop and implement a written emergency vehicle response policy governing the procedures under which a police officer should initiate, continue and terminate a motor vehicle pursuit. This policy may be the model policy endorsed by a national or state organization or association of police chiefs or police officers. The written policy shall incorporate the guidelines under this section.

(b) Intent of guidelines.--The guidelines under this section are solely intended to direct police departments to maintain pursuit policies and outline the content of those pursuit policies. The guidelines contained in this section are not intended to mandate the actions of individual police officers during any particular pursuit.

(c) Policy guidelines.--Each police department policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following procedural elements:

(1) Decision making criteria or principles for initiation of pursuit. These criteria or principles may include, but not be limited to:

(i) The potential for harm or immediate or potential danger to others if the fleeing individual or individuals escape.

(ii) The seriousness of the offense committed or believed to have been committed by the individual or individuals attempting to flee.

(iii) Safety factors that pose a risk to police officers, other motorists, pedestrians and other persons.

(2) Responsibilities of the pursuing officers.

(3) Responsibilities for the communications center.

(4) Responsibilities of the field supervisor.

(5) Traffic regulations during pursuit, including, but not limited to, the use of emergency equipment, audio signals and visual signals.

(6) Pursuit tactics.

(7) Roadblock usage.

(8) Communication and coordination of pursuit protocol for interjurisdictional pursuit.

(9) Decision making criteria or principles for termination of pursuit. These criteria or principles may include, but not be limited to, safety factors that pose a risk to police officers, other motorists, pedestrians and other persons.

(d) Biennial certification.--The commission shall certify every other year whether each department has a pursuit policy

in force. The commission shall provide to the Pennsylvania State Police a list of those municipal police departments that have and have not notified or certified to the commission that that department has a pursuit policy. The biennial certification may be implemented simultaneously with other certifications conducted by the commission.

(e) Policy confidential.--A policy adopted under this section shall be confidential and shall not be made available to the general public.

(f) Limitations.--No police departmental policy may violate or supersede the requirements of section 3105 (relating to drivers of emergency vehicles). Cross References. Section 6342 is referred to in section 6344 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1110 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1110
Duplicate certificate of title to replace original.
Status: in_force

(a) Application for duplicate.--In the event of a lost, destroyed, defaced, stolen or illegible certificate of title, application for a duplicate may be made by furnishing information satisfactory to the department upon a form prescribed and furnished by the department. The form shall be signed by the first lienholder or, if none, the owner or legal representative of the owner, verified by oath or affirmation of the applicant, accompanied by the fee provided in this title.

(b) Status of original and duplicate.--If the original certificate of title is found after the duplicate is issued,

the original title shall be returned to the department with an explanation. Only the duplicate title is valid once issued. Subsequent transfer of ownership can be made only on the duplicate.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3712.2 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 37 / Section 3712.2
Stripping abandoned vehicles.
Status: in_force

(a) Offense defined.--

(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a person commits the offense of stripping an abandoned vehicle if the person intentionally removes any part of an abandoned vehicle.

(2) Paragraph (1) does not apply if the person:

(i) is the owner of the vehicle or the owner's agent; or

(ii) is authorized to make the removal under Chapter 73 (relating to abandoned vehicles and cargos).

(b) Penalties.--Any person violating subsection (a):

(1) For a first offense, commits a misdemeanor of the third degree.

(2) For a subsequent offense, commits a felony of the third degree.

(c) Complaints.--In a case involving a violation of this section, the municipality in which the vehicle is located may file the complaint with the appropriate issuing authority. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added section 3712.2.
75 Pa.C.S. § 6111 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 61 / Section 6111
Regulation of traffic on bridges under authority of interstate commissions.
Status: in_force

(a) General rule.--The provisions of this title apply to any bridge under the supervision and control of the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, the Delaware River Port Authority and the New York-Pennsylvania Joint Commission on Bridges over the Delaware River unless specifically modified by rules and regulations which shall become effective only upon publication in accordance with law. Rules and regulations, so long as they are effective, shall be posted at all entrances to the bridges.

(b) Penalty.--Any person violating any of the rules and regulations of the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, the Delaware River Port Authority or the New York-Pennsylvania Joint Commission on Bridges over the Delaware River for which no penalty has otherwise been provided by statute is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $25.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7502.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 75 / Section 7502.1
Supersession.
Status: in_force

(a) Regulations.--Regulations pertaining to messengers and agents regarding the amount of a bond, hearings, written warnings, suspensions, revocations or fines shall not apply to messengers and agents who enter into contracts with the department to provide messenger or agent services.

(b) Previous authorization.--Any certificate of authorization previously issued to a person to provide messenger or agent services shall be invalid 30 days after the effective date of this section.

(c) Commonwealth employees ineligible.--No official or employee of the Commonwealth shall be eligible to enter into a contract with the department to own or operate a messenger or agent service nor shall a messenger or agent service employ an official or employee of the Commonwealth. Nothing in this subsection prohibits the department from entering into an agreement with another government agency to allow the agency to provide agent services for its own use. (Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152) 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added section 7502.1, effective in six months as to subsecs. (a) and (c) and two years as to subsec. (b).
75 Pa.C.S. § 1791.1 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 17 / Section 1791.1
Disclosure of premium charges and tort options.
Status: in_force

(a) Invoice.--At the time of application for original coverage and every renewal thereafter, an insurer must provide to an insured an itemized invoice listing the minimum motor vehicle insurance coverage levels mandated by the Commonwealth and the premium charge for the insured to purchase the minimum mandated coverages. The invoice must contain the following notice in print of no less than ten-point type: The laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as enacted by the General Assembly, only require that you purchase liability and first-party medical benefit coverages. Any additional coverages or coverages in excess of the limits required by law are provided only at your request as enhancements to basic coverages. The insurer shall provide the itemized invoice to the insured in conjunction with the declaration of coverage limits and premiums for the insured's existing coverages.

(b) Notice of tort options.--In addition to the invoice required under subsection (a), an insurer must, at the time of application for original coverage for private passenger motor vehicle insurance and every renewal thereafter, provide to an insured the following notice of the availability of two alternatives of full tort insurance and limited tort insurance described in section 1705(c) and (d) (relating to election of tort options): The laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania give you the right to choose either of the following two tort options: A. "Limited Tort" Option--This form of insurance limits your right and the rights of members of your household to seek financial compensation for injuries caused by other drivers. Under this form of insurance, you and other household members covered under this policy may seek recovery for all medical and other out-of-pocket expenses, but not for pain and suffering or other nonmonetary damages unless the injuries suffered fall within the definition of "serious injury," as set forth in the policy, or unless one of several other exceptions noted in the policy applies. B. "Full Tort" Option--This form of insurance allows you to maintain an unrestricted right for yourself and other members of your household to seek financial compensation for injuries caused by other drivers. Under this form of insurance, you and other household members covered under this policy may seek recovery for all medical and other out-of-pocket expenses and may also seek financial compensation for pain and suffering or other nonmonetary damages as a result of injuries caused by other drivers. If you wish to change the tort option that currently applies to your policy, you must notify your agent, broker or company and request and complete the appropriate form.

(c) Notice of premium discounts.--Except where the commissioner has determined that an insurer may omit a discount because the discount is duplicative of other discounts or is specifically reflected in the insurer's experience, at the time of application for original coverage and every renewal thereafter, an insurer must provide to an insured a notice stating that discounts are available for drivers who meet the requirements of sections 1799 (relating to restraint system),

1799.1 (relating to antitheft devices) and 1799.2 (relating to driver improvement course discounts).

(d) Additional information.--Upon an oral or written request, an insurer subject to this chapter shall provide to the requestor information on the requestor's cost to purchase from the insurer the minimum requested automobile insurance coverages under either of the two tort options described in subsection (b). These requirements shall include the request for and provision of information by telephone. (Feb. 7, 1990, P.L.11, No.6, eff. imd.) 1990 Amendment. Act 6 added section 1791.1. Section 32 of Act 6 provided that section 1791.1 shall apply to all policies issued or renewed on and after July 1, 1990.
75 Pa.C.S. § 3333 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 33 / Section 3333
Moving stopped or parked vehicle.
Status: in_force

No person shall move a vehicle which is stopped, standing or parked unless and until the movement can be made with safety.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4979 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 49 / Section 4979
Permit for movement of particleboard or fiberboard used in the manufacture of ready-to-assemble furniture.
Status: in_force

An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of particleboard or fiberboard for use in the manufacture of ready-to-assemble household or office furniture which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight

specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Permits issued under this section shall not exceed a distance of 70 miles. The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 107,000 pounds overall gross weight and shall have the following maximum axle weight limits for all nonsteering axles: 21,000 pounds Single axle 42,000 pounds Tandem axles 53,000 pounds Tridem axles 63,000 pounds Quad axles No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway. (Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. imd.) Cross References. Section 4979 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1137 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 11 / Section 1137
Subchapter exclusive for perfecting security interest.
Status: in_force

The method provided in this subchapter for perfecting and giving notice of security interests is exclusive, except as otherwise provided in 13 Pa.C.S. §§ 9315 (relating to secured party's rights on disposition of collateral and in proceeds) and 9316(d) and (e) (relating to effect of change in governing law). (June 8, 2001, P.L.123, No.18, eff. July 1, 2001; June 27, 2013, P.L.154, No.30, eff. July 1, 2013)
75 Pa.C.S. § 4521 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 45 / Section 4521
Promulgation of regulations by department.
Status: in_force

The department shall promulgate regulations governing the number, size, color, type, construction, location and use of other equipment on vehicles consistent with but not limited by the provisions of this subchapter and taking into consideration different requirements for different classes or types of vehicles.
75 Pa.C.S. § 1301 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 13 / Section 1301
Registration and certificate of title required.
Status: in_force

(a) Driving unregistered vehicle prohibited.--No person shall drive or move and no owner or motor carrier shall knowingly permit to be driven or moved upon any highway any vehicle which is not registered in this Commonwealth unless the vehicle is exempt from registration.

(b) Proof of residency.--A person charged under this section has the burden of proving that he is a nonresident whenever he asserts a defense based on section 1303 (relating to vehicles of nonresidents exempt from registration). If he produces at the office of the issuing authority satisfactory proof that he is a nonresident and is in compliance with section 1303 within five days after being charged with a violation of this section, the issuing authority shall dismiss the charge.

(c) Certificate of title prerequisite to registration.--No vehicle shall be registered unless a certificate of title has been applied for or issued if one is required by Chapter 11 (relating to certificate of title and security interests).

(c.1) Reconstructed, recovered theft, flood, modified and specially constructed vehicles.--Only the department shall issue a temporary registration plate or card, or permit the transfer of a registration plate, in conjunction with any application for reconstructed, recovered theft, flood, modified and specially constructed vehicles. Proof of financial responsibility must accompany the application for registration prior to the issuance of a registration plate.

(c.2) Special inspection prerequisite to operation.--After the effective date of this section, no reconstructed, modified or specially constructed vehicle may be operated on the highway until it has successfully passed an inspection at a reconstructed vehicle inspection station.

(d) Penalty.--Any person violating the provisions of subsection (a) is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $75 or double the registration fee, whichever is greater, except when the vehicle was previously registered in this Commonwealth within 60 days of the commission of the offense whereupon the fine shall be $25. In the case of a motor carrier vehicle other than a trailer, the fine shall be $50 if the motor carrier vehicle was previously registered in this Commonwealth within 60 days of the commission of the offense or, if the registration occurs outside the 60-day period, the fine shall be double the

registration fee for the maximum weight at which the vehicle could have been registered in this Commonwealth. (July 22, 1983, P.L.122, No.32, eff. imd.; Mar. 29, 1984, P.L.155, No.30, eff. 60 days; July 10, 1984, P.L.679, No.146, eff. 60 days; July 8, 1986, P.L.432, No.90, eff. imd.; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days; Dec. 1, 2004, P.L.1767, No.228, eff. Jan. 1, 2007) 2004 Amendment. Act 228 added subsec. (c.2). 2002 Amendment. Act 152 added subsec. (c.1). 1998 Amendment. Act 151 amended subsecs. (a) and (d). Cross References. Section 1301 is referred to in sections 1311, 4107, 6309, 6309.1 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 4585 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 45 / Section 4585
Use of information or evidence of violation of subchapter.
Status: in_force

The requirements of this subchapter or evidence of a violation of this subchapter may not be used by an insurer for any purpose.
75 Pa.C.S. § 8506 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 85 / Section 8506
Self-certification.
Status: in_force

(a) Form.--A self-certification for a certificate of compliance shall be submitted on a form and in a manner determined by the department. The form shall be consistent with this subchapter and may not impose any additional requirements upon the operation of a highly automated vehicle that are inconsistent with this title or Federal law or regulation.

(b) Contents of form.--A self-certification form submitted to the department under subsection (a) shall include the following:

(1) The name, address and contact information of the applicant, including a principal point-of-contact for the applicant's accident claims and registered agent for service of process.

(2) Vehicle identification information, proof of current registration and any other information ordered by the secretary.

(3) Proof of insurance as required under section 8508(f) (relating to operation requirements).

(4) A safety management plan that describes the safety elements in the development and management of the highly automated vehicle, including the safety elements of the highly automated vehicle's operational design domain, ADS and, if applicable, the highly automated vehicle driver.

(5) Nonproprietary documentation submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the highly automated vehicle and ADS, including any exemptions received from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

(6) Consent to the following:

(i) The highly automated vehicle shall operate in compliance with this title and Federal law or regulation.

(ii) The jurisdiction of courts of this Commonwealth for actions arising out of or resulting from any accident involving the highly automated vehicle in this Commonwealth.

(7) Any information or records deemed reasonably necessary to aid the department's review of the submitted application and for the administration and enforcement of and ongoing compliance with this title. (Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.1946, No.130, eff. 240 days) 2022 Amendment. Act 130 added section 8506. Cross References. Section 8506 is referred to in sections 8507, 8510.1, 8510.3 of this title.
75 Pa.C.S. § 7712.2 — PA Code / Title 75 / Chapter 77 / Section 7712.2
Transfer to or from dealer.
Status: in_force

(a) Transfer to dealer.--If a dealer acquires a snowmobile or ATV for the purpose of resale, a certificate of title need not be applied for as provided for in section 7712.1 (relating to certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV), but the dealer shall, within seven days from the date of acquisition, forward to the department, upon a form prescribed and furnished by the department, notification of the acquisition of the snowmobile or ATV.

(b) Execution and display of notice of transfer.--A dealer making notification pursuant to subsection (a) shall execute at least three copies of the notification, the original of which shall be forwarded to the department, one copy to accompany the snowmobile or ATV in any subsequent transfer and one copy to be retained by the dealer for at least one year after a subsequent transfer, to be exhibited, with the assigned certificate of title, upon request of a police officer or authorized department employee.

(c) Transfer from dealer.--Except as otherwise provided in subsection (a), if a dealer transfers the dealer's interest in a snowmobile or ATV:

(1) The dealer shall execute an assignment and warranty of title to the transferee in the space provided on the certificate of title or as the department prescribes.

(2) The transferee shall complete the application for certificate of title in the name of the transferee, sworn to before a notary public or other officer empowered to administer oaths.

(3) The dealer shall forward to the department the certificate of title executed as required by paragraph (1), a properly completed application for certificate of title and such other forms as the department may require within 15 days of the transfer.

(d) Exception for repossessed snowmobiles or ATV's.--This section does not apply to a snowmobile or ATV repossessed upon default of performance of a lease, contract of conditional sale or similar agreement.

(e) Penalty and suspension or revocation of dealer registration.--A dealer who violates this section commits a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $50. If a dealer violates this section, the department may suspend or revoke the registration issued under section 7711 (relating to registration of dealers). (Dec. 12, 1986, P.L.1562, No.170, eff. 60 days; June 25, 2001, P.L.701, No.68, eff. 120 days)