Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-31-302 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 31 / Section 55-31-302
Notice - Penalty
Status: in_force

(a) A police department that takes into custody an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle, shall, within three (3) business days after taking the motor vehicle into custody, verify ownership of the motor vehicle pursuant to subsection (f). The police department shall, within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership, notify by a nationally recognized overnight delivery carrier, other than the United States postal service, requesting proof of delivery, the last known registered owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been taken into custody. The notice must: (1) Describe the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle; (2) Stipulate the location of the facility where the motor vehicle is being held; (3) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days after the date of the notice, upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and (4) State that the failure of the owner or lienholder to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle within the time provided is deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the sale of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle at a public auction. (b) (1) A police department is not required to comply with subsection (a) if it provides preseizure notice to the owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been found to be abandoned, immobile, or unattended. (2) A preseizure notice must be sent by a nationally recognized overnight delivery carrier, other than the United States postal service, requesting proof of delivery, to the last known address of the owner of record and to all lienholders of record. (3) The preseizure notice must: (A) Be written in plain language; (B) Contain the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the motor vehicle, if ascertainable; (C) Provide the location of the motor vehicle, and a statement advising the owner that the police department will take the abandoned, immobile, or unattended vehicle into custody in no less than twenty (20) days, unless the owner appeals the determination by the police department that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or the owner removes the vehicle from the property within the twenty-day period; (D) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle after it is taken into custody but before it is sold or demolished, upon payment of all towing, preservation, storage, or other charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and (E) State that the failure of the owner or lienholders to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle will be deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the demolition of the vehicle or its sale at a public auction. (4) If the owner or lienholder cannot be located through the exercise of due diligence, then notice on the motor vehicle portal must be given as set out in subsection (c). (5) If the owner or lienholder of an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle fails to appeal the determination that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or fails to remove the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days from receipt of the preseizure notice required by this subsection (b), then the police department may take the vehicle into custody. (6) If an appeal is made, then the police department shall not take the motor vehicle into custody while the appeal is pending. (7) Without exception, failure to appeal within the specific time period constitutes a waiver of the right of appeal. (c) If there is no response to the notice requesting proof of delivery provided for in subsection (a), then the police department shall make notice within three (3) business days of receipt of the delivery confirmation by posting the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle on the motor vehicle portal. (d) The consequences and effect of failure to reclaim an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle must be as described in a valid notice given pursuant to this section. (e) If the owner of a motor vehicle is not present at the time the motor vehicle is towed, then within fifteen (15) minutes of a person, firm, or entity towing the motor vehicle pursuant to this chapter, such person, firm, or entity must notify local law enforcement of the vehicle identification number (VIN), registration information, license plate number, and description of the vehicle. A violation of this requirement is a Class B misdemeanor. A police department shall keep a record of all information required by this subsection (e) that the police department must make available for public inspection. (f) If an employee of a public agency, a towing company contracting with a public agency, or a towing company authorized to tow by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent, takes possession of a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, or unattended, then an employee of the agency shall verify ownership through the Tennessee information enforcement system (TIES) and shall place the ownership information on the towing sheet or form. The agency shall also provide the ownership information to a garagekeeper with whom the agency has a contract or to a towing company authorized to tow by a private property owner or private property owner's authorized agent, as applicable. If a public agency attempts to verify ownership information through TIES and the response is "Not on File," then the agency shall contact the department of revenue title and registration division, which must search records not contained in TIES for the ownership information. If the title and registration division locates ownership information through this search, then the division must notify the appropriate public agency and the agency must distribute the information as provided in this subsection (f). When any other person takes possession of a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, or unattended, the action must be reported immediately to the taxpayer and vehicle services division for verification of ownership on a form prescribed and provided by the registrar of motor vehicles. (g) (1) In addition to the notification requirements of subsection (a), a garagekeeper that has in its possession an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle taken into custody by a police department or authorized by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent to be towed, and in whose possession the motor vehicle was lawfully placed by the police department or authorized to be placed by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent, shall, within three (3) business days after the motor vehicle is taken into its possession, verify ownership of the motor vehicle pursuant to subsection (f). The garagekeeper shall, within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership, provide notice to the last known registered owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record. The notification requirements included in subsection (a) apply to the notice required to be provided by a garagekeeper pursuant to this subdivision (g)(1). (2) A garagekeeper that does not verify ownership of a motor vehicle within three (3) business days after taking possession of the motor vehicle pursuant to this section or that does not notify by requesting proof of delivery in the manner required by subsection (a) the owner of the motor vehicle within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership from the appropriate state department or agency is not entitled to receive more than six (6) days of storage-related expenses. A garagekeeper that is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to have failed to release a motor vehicle upon the presentment of payment for towing and storage expenses is subject to civil liability to the motor vehicle owner, secured creditor, lessor, or lienholder who prevails in an action brought under this section for reasonable costs and attorney fees incurred by the person instituting the action. (3) If the owner of the motor vehicle or the owner's agent is present at the time a garagekeeper commences towing the owner's or agent's motor vehicle, then this subsection (g) does not apply to the garagekeeper; provided, however, that this subdivision (g)(3) does not exempt the garagekeeper from any other notification requirements under this section or other provision of law. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
(a) A police department that takes into custody an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle, shall, within three (3) business days after taking the motor vehicle into custody, verify ownership of the motor vehicle pursuant to subsection (f). The police department shall, within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership, notify by a nationally recognized overnight delivery carrier, other than the United States postal service, requesting proof of delivery, the last known registered owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been taken into custody. The notice must: (1) Describe the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle; (2) Stipulate the location of the facility where the motor vehicle is being held; (3) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days after the date of the notice, upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and (4) State that the failure of the owner or lienholder to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle within the time provided is deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the sale of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle at a public auction.
(1) Describe the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle;
(2) Stipulate the location of the facility where the motor vehicle is being held;
(3) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days after the date of the notice, upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and
(4) State that the failure of the owner or lienholder to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle within the time provided is deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the sale of the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle at a public auction.
(b) (1) A police department is not required to comply with subsection (a) if it provides preseizure notice to the owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been found to be abandoned, immobile, or unattended. (2) A preseizure notice must be sent by a nationally recognized overnight delivery carrier, other than the United States postal service, requesting proof of delivery, to the last known address of the owner of record and to all lienholders of record. (3) The preseizure notice must: (A) Be written in plain language; (B) Contain the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the motor vehicle, if ascertainable; (C) Provide the location of the motor vehicle, and a statement advising the owner that the police department will take the abandoned, immobile, or unattended vehicle into custody in no less than twenty (20) days, unless the owner appeals the determination by the police department that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or the owner removes the vehicle from the property within the twenty-day period; (D) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle after it is taken into custody but before it is sold or demolished, upon payment of all towing, preservation, storage, or other charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and (E) State that the failure of the owner or lienholders to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle will be deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the demolition of the vehicle or its sale at a public auction. (4) If the owner or lienholder cannot be located through the exercise of due diligence, then notice on the motor vehicle portal must be given as set out in subsection (c). (5) If the owner or lienholder of an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle fails to appeal the determination that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or fails to remove the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days from receipt of the preseizure notice required by this subsection (b), then the police department may take the vehicle into custody. (6) If an appeal is made, then the police department shall not take the motor vehicle into custody while the appeal is pending. (7) Without exception, failure to appeal within the specific time period constitutes a waiver of the right of appeal.
(1) A police department is not required to comply with subsection (a) if it provides preseizure notice to the owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record that the vehicle has been found to be abandoned, immobile, or unattended.
(2) A preseizure notice must be sent by a nationally recognized overnight delivery carrier, other than the United States postal service, requesting proof of delivery, to the last known address of the owner of record and to all lienholders of record.
(3) The preseizure notice must: (A) Be written in plain language; (B) Contain the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the motor vehicle, if ascertainable; (C) Provide the location of the motor vehicle, and a statement advising the owner that the police department will take the abandoned, immobile, or unattended vehicle into custody in no less than twenty (20) days, unless the owner appeals the determination by the police department that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or the owner removes the vehicle from the property within the twenty-day period; (D) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle after it is taken into custody but before it is sold or demolished, upon payment of all towing, preservation, storage, or other charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and (E) State that the failure of the owner or lienholders to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle will be deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the demolition of the vehicle or its sale at a public auction.
(A) Be written in plain language;
(B) Contain the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number of the motor vehicle, if ascertainable;
(C) Provide the location of the motor vehicle, and a statement advising the owner that the police department will take the abandoned, immobile, or unattended vehicle into custody in no less than twenty (20) days, unless the owner appeals the determination by the police department that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or the owner removes the vehicle from the property within the twenty-day period;
(D) Inform the owner and any lienholders of the right to reclaim the motor vehicle after it is taken into custody but before it is sold or demolished, upon payment of all towing, preservation, storage, or other charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody; and
(E) State that the failure of the owner or lienholders to exercise the right to reclaim the vehicle will be deemed a waiver by the owner and all lienholders of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle and consent to the demolition of the vehicle or its sale at a public auction.
(4) If the owner or lienholder cannot be located through the exercise of due diligence, then notice on the motor vehicle portal must be given as set out in subsection (c).
(5) If the owner or lienholder of an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle fails to appeal the determination that the vehicle is abandoned, immobile, or unattended or fails to remove the motor vehicle within twenty (20) days from receipt of the preseizure notice required by this subsection (b), then the police department may take the vehicle into custody.
(6) If an appeal is made, then the police department shall not take the motor vehicle into custody while the appeal is pending.
(7) Without exception, failure to appeal within the specific time period constitutes a waiver of the right of appeal.
(c) If there is no response to the notice requesting proof of delivery provided for in subsection (a), then the police department shall make notice within three (3) business days of receipt of the delivery confirmation by posting the abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle on the motor vehicle portal.
(d) The consequences and effect of failure to reclaim an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle must be as described in a valid notice given pursuant to this section.
(e) If the owner of a motor vehicle is not present at the time the motor vehicle is towed, then within fifteen (15) minutes of a person, firm, or entity towing the motor vehicle pursuant to this chapter, such person, firm, or entity must notify local law enforcement of the vehicle identification number (VIN), registration information, license plate number, and description of the vehicle. A violation of this requirement is a Class B misdemeanor. A police department shall keep a record of all information required by this subsection (e) that the police department must make available for public inspection.
(f) If an employee of a public agency, a towing company contracting with a public agency, or a towing company authorized to tow by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent, takes possession of a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, or unattended, then an employee of the agency shall verify ownership through the Tennessee information enforcement system (TIES) and shall place the ownership information on the towing sheet or form. The agency shall also provide the ownership information to a garagekeeper with whom the agency has a contract or to a towing company authorized to tow by a private property owner or private property owner's authorized agent, as applicable. If a public agency attempts to verify ownership information through TIES and the response is "Not on File," then the agency shall contact the department of revenue title and registration division, which must search records not contained in TIES for the ownership information. If the title and registration division locates ownership information through this search, then the division must notify the appropriate public agency and the agency must distribute the information as provided in this subsection (f). When any other person takes possession of a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, or unattended, the action must be reported immediately to the taxpayer and vehicle services division for verification of ownership on a form prescribed and provided by the registrar of motor vehicles.
(g) (1) In addition to the notification requirements of subsection (a), a garagekeeper that has in its possession an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle taken into custody by a police department or authorized by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent to be towed, and in whose possession the motor vehicle was lawfully placed by the police department or authorized to be placed by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent, shall, within three (3) business days after the motor vehicle is taken into its possession, verify ownership of the motor vehicle pursuant to subsection (f). The garagekeeper shall, within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership, provide notice to the last known registered owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record. The notification requirements included in subsection (a) apply to the notice required to be provided by a garagekeeper pursuant to this subdivision (g)(1). (2) A garagekeeper that does not verify ownership of a motor vehicle within three (3) business days after taking possession of the motor vehicle pursuant to this section or that does not notify by requesting proof of delivery in the manner required by subsection (a) the owner of the motor vehicle within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership from the appropriate state department or agency is not entitled to receive more than six (6) days of storage-related expenses. A garagekeeper that is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to have failed to release a motor vehicle upon the presentment of payment for towing and storage expenses is subject to civil liability to the motor vehicle owner, secured creditor, lessor, or lienholder who prevails in an action brought under this section for reasonable costs and attorney fees incurred by the person instituting the action. (3) If the owner of the motor vehicle or the owner's agent is present at the time a garagekeeper commences towing the owner's or agent's motor vehicle, then this subsection (g) does not apply to the garagekeeper; provided, however, that this subdivision (g)(3) does not exempt the garagekeeper from any other notification requirements under this section or other provision of law.
(1) In addition to the notification requirements of subsection (a), a garagekeeper that has in its possession an abandoned, immobile, or unattended motor vehicle taken into custody by a police department or authorized by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent to be towed, and in whose possession the motor vehicle was lawfully placed by the police department or authorized to be placed by a private property owner or the private property owner's authorized agent, shall, within three (3) business days after the motor vehicle is taken into its possession, verify ownership of the motor vehicle pursuant to subsection (f). The garagekeeper shall, within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership, provide notice to the last known registered owner of the motor vehicle and all lienholders of record. The notification requirements included in subsection (a) apply to the notice required to be provided by a garagekeeper pursuant to this subdivision (g)(1).
(2) A garagekeeper that does not verify ownership of a motor vehicle within three (3) business days after taking possession of the motor vehicle pursuant to this section or that does not notify by requesting proof of delivery in the manner required by subsection (a) the owner of the motor vehicle within three (3) business days after receiving verification of ownership from the appropriate state department or agency is not entitled to receive more than six (6) days of storage-related expenses. A garagekeeper that is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to have failed to release a motor vehicle upon the presentment of payment for towing and storage expenses is subject to civil liability to the motor vehicle owner, secured creditor, lessor, or lienholder who prevails in an action brought under this section for reasonable costs and attorney fees incurred by the person instituting the action.
(3) If the owner of the motor vehicle or the owner's agent is present at the time a garagekeeper commences towing the owner's or agent's motor vehicle, then this subsection (g) does not apply to the garagekeeper; provided, however, that this subdivision (g)(3) does not exempt the garagekeeper from any other notification requirements under this section or other provision of law.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-114 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-114
Maximum gross weight and ownership displayed on certain vehicles
Status: in_force

(a) The declared maximum gross weight, including motor vehicle and load, shall be painted with durable paint in letters and figures. (b) Nothing in this section shall be construed as a grant of authority for the use on the public highways of the state of any motor vehicle that now is or may hereafter by law be prohibited from such use. (c) (1) There shall be displayed on both sides of the power unit of each freight motor vehicle the name or trade name and address of the motor carrier under whose authority the vehicle is being operated, and an identifying company number of the vehicle; provided, the requirement for an identifying number shall not apply to a carrier owning and operating one (1) vehicle. (2) The display of name and number shall be in letters and figures in sharp color contrast to the background and be of a size, color, and shape that is readily legible during daylight hours, from a distance of fifty feet (50') while the vehicle is not in motion, and the display shall be kept and maintained in a manner as to remain so legible. (3) If desired, displays may be accomplished through use of a removable device so prepared and displayed as otherwise to meet the identification, legibility, and display location requirements of this subsection (c). (4) Nothing in this subsection (c) shall prohibit the display of any additional information that is not inconsistent with this subsection (c). (5) This subsection (c) shall not be applicable to vehicles having a licensed or actual weight of thirty-five thousand pounds (35,000 lbs.) or less and operating not for hire solely intrastate. Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 85 (Williams, § 5538.185); Acts 1955, ch. 52, §§ 9, 13; 1955, ch. 109, § 1; 1972, ch. 518, § 9; 1973, ch. 326, § 8; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-424; Acts 1999, ch. 289, § 1.
(a) The declared maximum gross weight, including motor vehicle and load, shall be painted with durable paint in letters and figures.
(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed as a grant of authority for the use on the public highways of the state of any motor vehicle that now is or may hereafter by law be prohibited from such use.
(c) (1) There shall be displayed on both sides of the power unit of each freight motor vehicle the name or trade name and address of the motor carrier under whose authority the vehicle is being operated, and an identifying company number of the vehicle; provided, the requirement for an identifying number shall not apply to a carrier owning and operating one (1) vehicle. (2) The display of name and number shall be in letters and figures in sharp color contrast to the background and be of a size, color, and shape that is readily legible during daylight hours, from a distance of fifty feet (50') while the vehicle is not in motion, and the display shall be kept and maintained in a manner as to remain so legible. (3) If desired, displays may be accomplished through use of a removable device so prepared and displayed as otherwise to meet the identification, legibility, and display location requirements of this subsection (c). (4) Nothing in this subsection (c) shall prohibit the display of any additional information that is not inconsistent with this subsection (c). (5) This subsection (c) shall not be applicable to vehicles having a licensed or actual weight of thirty-five thousand pounds (35,000 lbs.) or less and operating not for hire solely intrastate.
(1) There shall be displayed on both sides of the power unit of each freight motor vehicle the name or trade name and address of the motor carrier under whose authority the vehicle is being operated, and an identifying company number of the vehicle; provided, the requirement for an identifying number shall not apply to a carrier owning and operating one (1) vehicle.
(2) The display of name and number shall be in letters and figures in sharp color contrast to the background and be of a size, color, and shape that is readily legible during daylight hours, from a distance of fifty feet (50') while the vehicle is not in motion, and the display shall be kept and maintained in a manner as to remain so legible.
(3) If desired, displays may be accomplished through use of a removable device so prepared and displayed as otherwise to meet the identification, legibility, and display location requirements of this subsection (c).
(4) Nothing in this subsection (c) shall prohibit the display of any additional information that is not inconsistent with this subsection (c).
(5) This subsection (c) shall not be applicable to vehicles having a licensed or actual weight of thirty-five thousand pounds (35,000 lbs.) or less and operating not for hire solely intrastate.
Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 85 (Williams, § 5538.185); Acts 1955, ch. 52, §§ 9, 13; 1955, ch. 109, § 1; 1972, ch. 518, § 9; 1973, ch. 326, § 8; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-424; Acts 1999, ch. 289, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-1-116 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 1 / Section 55-1-116
"Highway" or "street" defined
Status: in_force

"Highway" or "street" means the entire width between boundary lines of every way publicly maintained, when any part thereof is open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular travel. Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 15 (Williams, § 5538.115); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-116.
"Highway" or "street" means the entire width between boundary lines of every way publicly maintained, when any part thereof is open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular travel.
Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 15 (Williams, § 5538.115); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-116.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-17-113 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 17 / Section 55-17-113
Location of business to be specified on license - Changes requiring new license - Possession and display of license - Name to appear on license
Status: in_force

(a) The license issued to each motor vehicle dealer, manufacturer, distributor, factory branch, distributor branch or automotive dismantler and recycler shall specify the location of the factory, dealership, office or branch. (b) Any motor vehicle dealer licensed under this part shall promptly notify the commission of a change in ownership, location or franchise or any other matters the commission may require by rule. If a dealership changes its location entirely or in part or changes or adds to the dealer's franchise or line-makes, a new license must be applied for as in any original application. (c) Every motor vehicle salesperson, factory representative or distributor representative shall have the license in the person's possession when engaged in business and shall display it upon request. The name of the employer of the motor vehicle salesperson, factory representative or distributor representative shall appear on the face of the license. Acts 1955, ch. 79, § 4; 1963, ch. 109, § 6; 1977, ch. 162, § 23; 1977, ch. 450, § 3; T.C.A., § 59-1713; Acts 1999, ch. 148, § 2.
(a) The license issued to each motor vehicle dealer, manufacturer, distributor, factory branch, distributor branch or automotive dismantler and recycler shall specify the location of the factory, dealership, office or branch.
(b) Any motor vehicle dealer licensed under this part shall promptly notify the commission of a change in ownership, location or franchise or any other matters the commission may require by rule. If a dealership changes its location entirely or in part or changes or adds to the dealer's franchise or line-makes, a new license must be applied for as in any original application.
(c) Every motor vehicle salesperson, factory representative or distributor representative shall have the license in the person's possession when engaged in business and shall display it upon request. The name of the employer of the motor vehicle salesperson, factory representative or distributor representative shall appear on the face of the license.
Acts 1955, ch. 79, § 4; 1963, ch. 109, § 6; 1977, ch. 162, § 23; 1977, ch. 450, § 3; T.C.A., § 59-1713; Acts 1999, ch. 148, § 2.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-5-107 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 5 / Section 55-5-107
Identification numbers - Method of installation
Status: in_force

(a) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 shall be placed upon the passenger car and components required to be numbered in a permanent manner so that any attempt to remove, alter, deface, obliterate or destroy them will be ascertainable. (b) The permanent manner required by §§ 55-5-106 - 55-5-110 may be by any suitable manufacturing process that will result in the number becoming a permanent part of the passenger car or component. They shall be of a height and width easily readable by the naked eye. They may consist of letters, numbers, digits or any combination of them. (c) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 may be in accordance with recommended practices approved by the Society of Automotive Engineers as to material, lettering, manufacturing and installation. (d) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 shall be placed upon the passenger car and required component parts by the manufacturer. Acts 1968, ch. 603, § 3; T.C.A., § 59-507.
(a) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 shall be placed upon the passenger car and components required to be numbered in a permanent manner so that any attempt to remove, alter, deface, obliterate or destroy them will be ascertainable.
(b) The permanent manner required by §§ 55-5-106 - 55-5-110 may be by any suitable manufacturing process that will result in the number becoming a permanent part of the passenger car or component. They shall be of a height and width easily readable by the naked eye. They may consist of letters, numbers, digits or any combination of them.
(c) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 may be in accordance with recommended practices approved by the Society of Automotive Engineers as to material, lettering, manufacturing and installation.
(d) The identification numbers required by § 55-5-106 shall be placed upon the passenger car and required component parts by the manufacturer.
Acts 1968, ch. 603, § 3; T.C.A., § 59-507.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-15-102 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 15 / Section 55-15-102
Sales to be at prices shown on sign or placard
Status: in_force

It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to sell or offer for sale at retail, for use or consumption in any motor vehicle, or to deliver into any motor vehicle, for actual apparent use therein, any product whatsoever for use in supplying, creating or generating motive power to the motor vehicle, or lubricating oil for the motor vehicle, at any price or prices, except the exact price or prices contained on the sign or placard required by this chapter, or to offer, deliver, grant, allow, give or promise, any actual, prospective, contingent, immediate or future benefits, concessions, discounts, refunds, premiums or gratuities of any kind or nature, that, in any degree, manner or extent, shall, or be calculated or intended to, effect or accomplish a sale of the product for other than the posted price or prices. Acts 1939, ch. 200, § 2; C. Supp. 1950, § 6770.33 (Williams, § 6770.41); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-1502.
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to sell or offer for sale at retail, for use or consumption in any motor vehicle, or to deliver into any motor vehicle, for actual apparent use therein, any product whatsoever for use in supplying, creating or generating motive power to the motor vehicle, or lubricating oil for the motor vehicle, at any price or prices, except the exact price or prices contained on the sign or placard required by this chapter, or to offer, deliver, grant, allow, give or promise, any actual, prospective, contingent, immediate or future benefits, concessions, discounts, refunds, premiums or gratuities of any kind or nature, that, in any degree, manner or extent, shall, or be calculated or intended to, effect or accomplish a sale of the product for other than the posted price or prices.
Acts 1939, ch. 200, § 2; C. Supp. 1950, § 6770.33 (Williams, § 6770.41); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-1502.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-51-102 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 51 / Section 55-51-102
Motorcycle rider education program
Status: in_force

(a) The department shall establish standards for and shall administer the motorcycle rider education program. The program shall include, but is not limited to, rider training courses and instructor training. The department may expand the program to include public awareness, alcohol and drug effects, driver improvements for motorcyclists, licensing improvement, program promotion or other motorcycle safety programs. (b) The director shall appoint a program coordinator who shall oversee and direct the program by setting program and funding guidelines, and conduct an annual evaluation. (c) The director may also appoint one (1) or more training specialists who shall assist in establishing rider training courses throughout the state, support and implement program and funding guidelines and supervise instructors and other personnel as necessary. The training specialist may be a trained chief instructor. (d) Rider training courses shall be open to all residents of the state who either hold a current valid driver license for any classification or who are eligible for a motorcycle learner's permit. (e) An adequate number of rider training courses shall be provided to meet the reasonably anticipated needs of all persons in the state who are eligible and who desire to participate in the program. The department shall issue certificates of completion in the manner and form prescribed by the director to persons who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the course. Program delivery may be phased in over a reasonable period of time. (f) The department may enter into contracts with either public or private institutions for technical assistance in conducting rider training courses, if the course is administered and taught by a trained motorcycle rider instructor as established in § 55-51-103 . A private organization providing a rider training course may charge a tuition fee; provided, that a private organization receiving a subsidy grant to provide for the start-up costs incurred in establishing the rider training course may charge a tuition fee with a maximum tuition fee to be determined by the department. (g) In accordance with the procedures established by the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, the department shall adopt rules and regulations as are necessary to implement the motorcycle rider education program. (h) The director shall regulate and administer the motorcycle rider education program established under this chapter, and any person or entity providing instruction as authorized in this chapter shall not be subject to the state's commercial driver training laws, as found in chapter 19 of this title or regulations issued pursuant to those laws. Acts 1987, ch. 446, § 2; T.C.A., § 55-25-102 ; Acts 2006, ch. 518, § 1.
(a) The department shall establish standards for and shall administer the motorcycle rider education program. The program shall include, but is not limited to, rider training courses and instructor training. The department may expand the program to include public awareness, alcohol and drug effects, driver improvements for motorcyclists, licensing improvement, program promotion or other motorcycle safety programs.
(b) The director shall appoint a program coordinator who shall oversee and direct the program by setting program and funding guidelines, and conduct an annual evaluation.
(c) The director may also appoint one (1) or more training specialists who shall assist in establishing rider training courses throughout the state, support and implement program and funding guidelines and supervise instructors and other personnel as necessary. The training specialist may be a trained chief instructor.
(d) Rider training courses shall be open to all residents of the state who either hold a current valid driver license for any classification or who are eligible for a motorcycle learner's permit.
(e) An adequate number of rider training courses shall be provided to meet the reasonably anticipated needs of all persons in the state who are eligible and who desire to participate in the program. The department shall issue certificates of completion in the manner and form prescribed by the director to persons who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the course. Program delivery may be phased in over a reasonable period of time.
(f) The department may enter into contracts with either public or private institutions for technical assistance in conducting rider training courses, if the course is administered and taught by a trained motorcycle rider instructor as established in § 55-51-103 . A private organization providing a rider training course may charge a tuition fee; provided, that a private organization receiving a subsidy grant to provide for the start-up costs incurred in establishing the rider training course may charge a tuition fee with a maximum tuition fee to be determined by the department.
(g) In accordance with the procedures established by the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, the department shall adopt rules and regulations as are necessary to implement the motorcycle rider education program.
(h) The director shall regulate and administer the motorcycle rider education program established under this chapter, and any person or entity providing instruction as authorized in this chapter shall not be subject to the state's commercial driver training laws, as found in chapter 19 of this title or regulations issued pursuant to those laws.
Acts 1987, ch. 446, § 2; T.C.A., § 55-25-102 ; Acts 2006, ch. 518, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-25-109 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 25 / Section 55-25-109
Ascertainment of requesting party's identity
Status: in_force

The department may, prior to disclosure of personal information as permitted under §§ 55-25-105 - 55-25-107 require the meeting of conditions by requesting the person for the purposes of obtaining reasonable assurance concerning the identity of the requesting person, and, to the extent required, that the use will be only as authorized, or the consent of the person which is the subject of the information has been obtained. These conditions may include, but need not be limited to, the making and filing of written application in a form and containing any information and certification requirements as the department may prescribe. Acts 1996, ch. 745, § 9.
The department may, prior to disclosure of personal information as permitted under §§ 55-25-105 - 55-25-107 require the meeting of conditions by requesting the person for the purposes of obtaining reasonable assurance concerning the identity of the requesting person, and, to the extent required, that the use will be only as authorized, or the consent of the person which is the subject of the information has been obtained. These conditions may include, but need not be limited to, the making and filing of written application in a form and containing any information and certification requirements as the department may prescribe.
Acts 1996, ch. 745, § 9.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-31-204 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 31 / Section 55-31-204
Requirements of commercial parking lots
Status: in_force

(a) A commercial parking lot owner in this state shall not utilize an automatic license plate reader to enforce the lot owner's parking requirements without first posting signage that: (1) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background; (2) Contains the language "LICENSE PLATE READER IN USE"; (3) Is located at each designated entrance to the property, if a dedicated entrance to the commercial parking lot exists; and (4) Is erected so as to be clearly visible from each parking space. (b) A commercial parking lot owner shall not charge a penalty for non-payment of parking fees unless: (1) The commercial parking lot posts signage that: (A) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background; (B) Provides notice that motor vehicle owners who leave the commercial parking lot without paying parking fees will be subject to a late fee if the parking fees are not paid within seventy-two (72) hours; and (C) Is located at each designated exit of the commercial parking lot; (2) The actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid after seventy-two (72) hours from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot; and (3) (A) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for thirty (30) days or less from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than fifty dollars ($50.00); or (B) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for greater than thirty (30) days from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than seventy-five dollars ($75.00). (c) (1) A violation of this section constitutes a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, compiled in title 47, chapter 18, part 1. (2) A violation of this section constitutes an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting trade or commerce and is subject to the penalties and remedies as provided in the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, in addition to any penalties and remedies established under this part. (3) The attorney general and reporter has all of the investigative and enforcement authority that the attorney general and reporter has under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 relating to alleged violations of this part. If the attorney general and reporter reasonably believes that a person has violated this part, then the attorney general and reporter may institute a proceeding under this section. (4) Costs of any kind or nature must not be taxed against the attorney general and reporter or the state in actions commenced under this part. (d) In addition to any remedy provided in this section, a person injured as a result of a violation of this section is entitled to maintain a private right of action for injunctive relief and to recover compensatory damages, punitive damages, and reasonable attorney fees against an alleged violator. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
(a) A commercial parking lot owner in this state shall not utilize an automatic license plate reader to enforce the lot owner's parking requirements without first posting signage that: (1) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background; (2) Contains the language "LICENSE PLATE READER IN USE"; (3) Is located at each designated entrance to the property, if a dedicated entrance to the commercial parking lot exists; and (4) Is erected so as to be clearly visible from each parking space.
(1) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background;
(2) Contains the language "LICENSE PLATE READER IN USE";
(3) Is located at each designated entrance to the property, if a dedicated entrance to the commercial parking lot exists; and
(4) Is erected so as to be clearly visible from each parking space.
(b) A commercial parking lot owner shall not charge a penalty for non-payment of parking fees unless: (1) The commercial parking lot posts signage that: (A) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background; (B) Provides notice that motor vehicle owners who leave the commercial parking lot without paying parking fees will be subject to a late fee if the parking fees are not paid within seventy-two (72) hours; and (C) Is located at each designated exit of the commercial parking lot; (2) The actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid after seventy-two (72) hours from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot; and (3) (A) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for thirty (30) days or less from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than fifty dollars ($50.00); or (B) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for greater than thirty (30) days from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than seventy-five dollars ($75.00).
(1) The commercial parking lot posts signage that: (A) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background; (B) Provides notice that motor vehicle owners who leave the commercial parking lot without paying parking fees will be subject to a late fee if the parking fees are not paid within seventy-two (72) hours; and (C) Is located at each designated exit of the commercial parking lot;
(A) Contains red lettering that is no less than six inches (6") in height displayed on a white background;
(B) Provides notice that motor vehicle owners who leave the commercial parking lot without paying parking fees will be subject to a late fee if the parking fees are not paid within seventy-two (72) hours; and
(C) Is located at each designated exit of the commercial parking lot;
(2) The actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid after seventy-two (72) hours from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot; and
(3) (A) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for thirty (30) days or less from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than fifty dollars ($50.00); or (B) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for greater than thirty (30) days from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than seventy-five dollars ($75.00).
(A) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for thirty (30) days or less from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than fifty dollars ($50.00); or
(B) If the actual cost of parking owed remains unpaid for greater than thirty (30) days from the time the motor vehicle exited the commercial parking lot, the fee is not greater than seventy-five dollars ($75.00).
(c) (1) A violation of this section constitutes a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, compiled in title 47, chapter 18, part 1. (2) A violation of this section constitutes an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting trade or commerce and is subject to the penalties and remedies as provided in the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, in addition to any penalties and remedies established under this part. (3) The attorney general and reporter has all of the investigative and enforcement authority that the attorney general and reporter has under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 relating to alleged violations of this part. If the attorney general and reporter reasonably believes that a person has violated this part, then the attorney general and reporter may institute a proceeding under this section. (4) Costs of any kind or nature must not be taxed against the attorney general and reporter or the state in actions commenced under this part.
(1) A violation of this section constitutes a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, compiled in title 47, chapter 18, part 1.
(2) A violation of this section constitutes an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting trade or commerce and is subject to the penalties and remedies as provided in the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, in addition to any penalties and remedies established under this part.
(3) The attorney general and reporter has all of the investigative and enforcement authority that the attorney general and reporter has under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977 relating to alleged violations of this part. If the attorney general and reporter reasonably believes that a person has violated this part, then the attorney general and reporter may institute a proceeding under this section.
(4) Costs of any kind or nature must not be taxed against the attorney general and reporter or the state in actions commenced under this part.
(d) In addition to any remedy provided in this section, a person injured as a result of a violation of this section is entitled to maintain a private right of action for injunctive relief and to recover compensatory damages, punitive damages, and reasonable attorney fees against an alleged violator.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-226 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-226
Manufacturers, dealers, and transporters of motor vehicles or boats
Status: in_force

(a) Registration plates issued under the dealer category may be issued to manufacturers, dealers, and transporters of motor vehicles or boats as provided for in this part. (b) (1) Any dealer owning any vehicle that may be legally operated upon the streets or highways of this state with a regular vehicle registration may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent or employee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering each such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special purpose plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by customers for temporary purposes not to exceed seventy-two (72) hours. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by any customer who is using the vehicle, without charge, while the customer's vehicle is being serviced or repaired by the dealer or by any person who is participating in a driver's education program and is operating a vehicle that was provided by the dealer to a school for use in the driver's education program. (2) The special purpose dealer plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "auto dealer" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letter "D" and five (5) numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a motor vehicle dealer that sells used motor vehicles shall have a red background and white letter and numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a franchise motor vehicle dealer that sells new motor vehicles shall have a white background and black letter and numbers. (3) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special purpose plates. The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate. No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than two hundred twenty-five (225) auto dealer plates during a registration year. (4) A transporter may operate or move any vehicle that may be legally operated under a regular vehicle registration upon any highway within this state solely for the purpose of delivery, upon likewise displaying thereon like plates issued to the transporter as provided in this part. (5) Any vehicle preparation service or motor vehicle auction company licensed by the state may obtain special purpose plates to operate or move dealer-owned vehicles upon any highway within the state solely for the purpose of transporting the vehicles between a dealer's business location and the location where the cleaning, repairing, or preparation is performed or where the vehicle is to be auctioned, and for the purposes of testing the vehicle within a twenty (20) mile radius of the location where the cleaning, repairing or preparation is performed. (6) This subsection (b) shall not apply to work or service vehicles owned by a manufacturer, transporter or dealer. (c) (1) Any manufacturer or transporter may make application to any county clerk within the state, and any vehicle preparation service may make application to the county clerk of the county where the established place of business of the service is located, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose plates or single special purpose plates as appropriate to vehicles subject to registration hereunder, which plates shall be of the same color as auto dealer plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and on which shall appear the letters "DL" and identifying numbers. An applicant for these registration plates who is a transporter shall submit proof of the applicant's status as a bona fide transporter that may reasonably be required by the county clerk to whom the application is made. If the applicant is a manufacturer, the county clerk shall not issue the registration plates until the applicant has registered with the county clerk to whom the application is made the number of the current license issued to such manufacturer by the motor vehicle commission. For registering the license number of such manufacturers and dealers, the county clerk shall be entitled to a fee of five dollars ($5.00). (2) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, issue to the applicant a certificate containing the applicant's name and address. (3) All special purpose plates issued to any vehicle preparation service, manufacturer, or transporter shall bear identifying numbers, and no special purpose plates issued to other vehicle preparation services, manufacturers, or transporters shall bear the same number. (4) The commissioner is authorized and empowered to design, issue and regulate the use of temporary plates for use in cases where dealer plates cannot be used. Upon the depletion of the department's current inventory of temporary plates, the department shall redesign the temporary plates in such a manner as determined by the commissioner as will permit the conspicuous display of individual distinctive alpha-numerical characters. Temporary plates may be issued for a period of sixty (60) days. The fee for the sixty-day plate is six dollars and fifty cents ($6.50). No person may operate a motor vehicle for more than sixty (60) days with the temporary plate. Nothing in this section shall be construed as a grant of authority for the issuance or use of the temporary plates on trucks or truck tractors being used or tested under load conditions over the streets and highways of this state. (d) (1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (d) may only be issued to dealers as provided for in this subsection (d). (2) Any dealer owning a vehicle suitable for special event services may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special event plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part. (3) A vehicle is suitable for special event services if it: (A) Is rented to legal entities of this state, or any political subdivision thereof, pursuant to a rental agreement; (B) Only travels in this state during the rental period; (C) Is capable of holding fifteen (15) or more passengers; and (D) Has fewer than two thousand five hundred (2,500) miles on the odometer. (4) Notwithstanding any statute to the contrary, a vehicle meeting all of the criteria of a special event services vehicle pursuant to subdivision (d)(3) shall not be eligible to use a special purpose dealer plate. (5) The special event plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "Special Event" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letters "SE" and five (5) numbers. The special event plates shall have a light blue background with black letters and numbers. (6) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special event plates and shall provide sufficient information as reasonably requested by the commissioner to show how many vehicles are suitable for special event services. The fee for such plate shall be more than one hundred fifty-two dollars and sixty-three cents ($152.63). No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than one hundred (100) special event plates during a registration year. (e) The special purpose plates issued under this section shall expire on May 31 of each year. The person to whom a special purpose plate is issued may apply to the registrar of motor vehicles, or the registrar's deputy as provided by law, for renewal registration. Upon renewal, a decal will be issued for the ensuing registration year. Issuance of plates and decals will begin May 1 of each year, upon payment of the fee provided by law, and proof by the applicant that the applicant is still engaged in business as a manufacturer, transporter, dealer, or vehicle preparation service. (f) (1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (f) may be issued only to manufacturers and dealers of boats or to persons or businesses that transport boats for hire. (2) A person may operate a boat trailer for hire without registering the boat trailer, if the boat trailer is operated solely for the purpose of delivery of a boat to a customer of a manufacturer or dealer of boats and the boat trailer displays a special purpose boat transport plate issued to the manufacturer, dealer, person, or business as prescribed in this subsection (f). (3) The following are authorized to make, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, application to any county clerk within the state, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose boat transport plates: (A) Any dealer or manufacturer of boats who hires individuals who own or operate boat trailers to deliver boats to the dealer's or manufacturer's customers; or (B) Any person or business that owns or operates boat trailers to deliver boats. (4) The boat transport plates must be of a different color than the auto dealer and special event plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and must have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and must have "boat transport" at the bottom of the plate. The legend must contain the letters "BD" and five (5) numbers. (5) The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate. (6) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall issue to the applicant, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, a certificate containing the applicant's name and address. (7) The special purpose boat transport plates issued under this subsection (f) expire on May 31 of each year, and a new plate or plates for the ensuing year may be obtained by the person to whom the expired plate or plates were issued upon application to the registrar of motor vehicles, or the registrar's deputy as provided by law. Issuance of the plates begins May 1 of each year, upon payment of the fee provided by law, and proof by the applicant that the applicant is still engaged in business as a manufacturer or dealer of boats or as a person or business that transports boats for hire. (8) A business license shall not be required as proof that a person or business transports boats for hire. (g) The commissioner is authorized and empowered to promulgate rules and regulations for the administration of this section. Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 734, s 1, eff. 7/1/2022. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 97, s 3, eff. 7/1/2021. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 97, s 2, eff. 7/1/2021. Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 571, s 2, eff. 7/1/2020. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018. Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 183, s 5, eff. 7/1/2013. Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 117, Secs.s 2, s 3 eff. 4/12/2013. Acts 1998, ch. 1063, § 1; 1999, ch. 98, §§ 12, 13; 2001, ch. 98, § 1; 2001, ch. 233, § 7; 2002, ch. 722, § 1; 2002, ch. 856, §§ 8m, 8n; 2007 , ch. 484, § 116; 2009 , ch. 530, § 124; 2010 , ch. 1151, § 52.
(a) Registration plates issued under the dealer category may be issued to manufacturers, dealers, and transporters of motor vehicles or boats as provided for in this part.
(b) (1) Any dealer owning any vehicle that may be legally operated upon the streets or highways of this state with a regular vehicle registration may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent or employee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering each such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special purpose plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by customers for temporary purposes not to exceed seventy-two (72) hours. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by any customer who is using the vehicle, without charge, while the customer's vehicle is being serviced or repaired by the dealer or by any person who is participating in a driver's education program and is operating a vehicle that was provided by the dealer to a school for use in the driver's education program. (2) The special purpose dealer plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "auto dealer" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letter "D" and five (5) numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a motor vehicle dealer that sells used motor vehicles shall have a red background and white letter and numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a franchise motor vehicle dealer that sells new motor vehicles shall have a white background and black letter and numbers. (3) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special purpose plates. The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate. No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than two hundred twenty-five (225) auto dealer plates during a registration year. (4) A transporter may operate or move any vehicle that may be legally operated under a regular vehicle registration upon any highway within this state solely for the purpose of delivery, upon likewise displaying thereon like plates issued to the transporter as provided in this part. (5) Any vehicle preparation service or motor vehicle auction company licensed by the state may obtain special purpose plates to operate or move dealer-owned vehicles upon any highway within the state solely for the purpose of transporting the vehicles between a dealer's business location and the location where the cleaning, repairing, or preparation is performed or where the vehicle is to be auctioned, and for the purposes of testing the vehicle within a twenty (20) mile radius of the location where the cleaning, repairing or preparation is performed. (6) This subsection (b) shall not apply to work or service vehicles owned by a manufacturer, transporter or dealer.
(1) Any dealer owning any vehicle that may be legally operated upon the streets or highways of this state with a regular vehicle registration may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent or employee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering each such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special purpose plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by customers for temporary purposes not to exceed seventy-two (72) hours. The dealer may further authorize the operation of the vehicle bearing such plates by any customer who is using the vehicle, without charge, while the customer's vehicle is being serviced or repaired by the dealer or by any person who is participating in a driver's education program and is operating a vehicle that was provided by the dealer to a school for use in the driver's education program.
(2) The special purpose dealer plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "auto dealer" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letter "D" and five (5) numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a motor vehicle dealer that sells used motor vehicles shall have a red background and white letter and numbers. The special purpose dealer plate for a franchise motor vehicle dealer that sells new motor vehicles shall have a white background and black letter and numbers.
(3) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special purpose plates. The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate. No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than two hundred twenty-five (225) auto dealer plates during a registration year.
(4) A transporter may operate or move any vehicle that may be legally operated under a regular vehicle registration upon any highway within this state solely for the purpose of delivery, upon likewise displaying thereon like plates issued to the transporter as provided in this part.
(5) Any vehicle preparation service or motor vehicle auction company licensed by the state may obtain special purpose plates to operate or move dealer-owned vehicles upon any highway within the state solely for the purpose of transporting the vehicles between a dealer's business location and the location where the cleaning, repairing, or preparation is performed or where the vehicle is to be auctioned, and for the purposes of testing the vehicle within a twenty (20) mile radius of the location where the cleaning, repairing or preparation is performed.
(6) This subsection (b) shall not apply to work or service vehicles owned by a manufacturer, transporter or dealer.
(c) (1) Any manufacturer or transporter may make application to any county clerk within the state, and any vehicle preparation service may make application to the county clerk of the county where the established place of business of the service is located, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose plates or single special purpose plates as appropriate to vehicles subject to registration hereunder, which plates shall be of the same color as auto dealer plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and on which shall appear the letters "DL" and identifying numbers. An applicant for these registration plates who is a transporter shall submit proof of the applicant's status as a bona fide transporter that may reasonably be required by the county clerk to whom the application is made. If the applicant is a manufacturer, the county clerk shall not issue the registration plates until the applicant has registered with the county clerk to whom the application is made the number of the current license issued to such manufacturer by the motor vehicle commission. For registering the license number of such manufacturers and dealers, the county clerk shall be entitled to a fee of five dollars ($5.00). (2) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, issue to the applicant a certificate containing the applicant's name and address. (3) All special purpose plates issued to any vehicle preparation service, manufacturer, or transporter shall bear identifying numbers, and no special purpose plates issued to other vehicle preparation services, manufacturers, or transporters shall bear the same number. (4) The commissioner is authorized and empowered to design, issue and regulate the use of temporary plates for use in cases where dealer plates cannot be used. Upon the depletion of the department's current inventory of temporary plates, the department shall redesign the temporary plates in such a manner as determined by the commissioner as will permit the conspicuous display of individual distinctive alpha-numerical characters. Temporary plates may be issued for a period of sixty (60) days. The fee for the sixty-day plate is six dollars and fifty cents ($6.50). No person may operate a motor vehicle for more than sixty (60) days with the temporary plate. Nothing in this section shall be construed as a grant of authority for the issuance or use of the temporary plates on trucks or truck tractors being used or tested under load conditions over the streets and highways of this state.
(1) Any manufacturer or transporter may make application to any county clerk within the state, and any vehicle preparation service may make application to the county clerk of the county where the established place of business of the service is located, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose plates or single special purpose plates as appropriate to vehicles subject to registration hereunder, which plates shall be of the same color as auto dealer plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and on which shall appear the letters "DL" and identifying numbers. An applicant for these registration plates who is a transporter shall submit proof of the applicant's status as a bona fide transporter that may reasonably be required by the county clerk to whom the application is made. If the applicant is a manufacturer, the county clerk shall not issue the registration plates until the applicant has registered with the county clerk to whom the application is made the number of the current license issued to such manufacturer by the motor vehicle commission. For registering the license number of such manufacturers and dealers, the county clerk shall be entitled to a fee of five dollars ($5.00).
(2) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, issue to the applicant a certificate containing the applicant's name and address.
(3) All special purpose plates issued to any vehicle preparation service, manufacturer, or transporter shall bear identifying numbers, and no special purpose plates issued to other vehicle preparation services, manufacturers, or transporters shall bear the same number.
(4) The commissioner is authorized and empowered to design, issue and regulate the use of temporary plates for use in cases where dealer plates cannot be used. Upon the depletion of the department's current inventory of temporary plates, the department shall redesign the temporary plates in such a manner as determined by the commissioner as will permit the conspicuous display of individual distinctive alpha-numerical characters. Temporary plates may be issued for a period of sixty (60) days. The fee for the sixty-day plate is six dollars and fifty cents ($6.50). No person may operate a motor vehicle for more than sixty (60) days with the temporary plate. Nothing in this section shall be construed as a grant of authority for the issuance or use of the temporary plates on trucks or truck tractors being used or tested under load conditions over the streets and highways of this state.
(d) (1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (d) may only be issued to dealers as provided for in this subsection (d). (2) Any dealer owning a vehicle suitable for special event services may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special event plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part. (3) A vehicle is suitable for special event services if it: (A) Is rented to legal entities of this state, or any political subdivision thereof, pursuant to a rental agreement; (B) Only travels in this state during the rental period; (C) Is capable of holding fifteen (15) or more passengers; and (D) Has fewer than two thousand five hundred (2,500) miles on the odometer. (4) Notwithstanding any statute to the contrary, a vehicle meeting all of the criteria of a special event services vehicle pursuant to subdivision (d)(3) shall not be eligible to use a special purpose dealer plate. (5) The special event plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "Special Event" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letters "SE" and five (5) numbers. The special event plates shall have a light blue background with black letters and numbers. (6) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special event plates and shall provide sufficient information as reasonably requested by the commissioner to show how many vehicles are suitable for special event services. The fee for such plate shall be more than one hundred fifty-two dollars and sixty-three cents ($152.63). No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than one hundred (100) special event plates during a registration year.
(1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (d) may only be issued to dealers as provided for in this subsection (d).
(2) Any dealer owning a vehicle suitable for special event services may, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, operate or move the vehicle upon any highway of the state without registering such vehicle, upon condition that the vehicle display a special event plate issued to that owner as prescribed in this part.
(3) A vehicle is suitable for special event services if it: (A) Is rented to legal entities of this state, or any political subdivision thereof, pursuant to a rental agreement; (B) Only travels in this state during the rental period; (C) Is capable of holding fifteen (15) or more passengers; and (D) Has fewer than two thousand five hundred (2,500) miles on the odometer.
(A) Is rented to legal entities of this state, or any political subdivision thereof, pursuant to a rental agreement;
(B) Only travels in this state during the rental period;
(C) Is capable of holding fifteen (15) or more passengers; and
(D) Has fewer than two thousand five hundred (2,500) miles on the odometer.
(4) Notwithstanding any statute to the contrary, a vehicle meeting all of the criteria of a special event services vehicle pursuant to subdivision (d)(3) shall not be eligible to use a special purpose dealer plate.
(5) The special event plate shall have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and shall have "Special Event" at the bottom of the plate. The legend shall contain the letters "SE" and five (5) numbers. The special event plates shall have a light blue background with black letters and numbers.
(6) Any dealer who has a valid number assigned by the motor vehicle commission may make application to the department for one (1) or more special event plates and shall provide sufficient information as reasonably requested by the commissioner to show how many vehicles are suitable for special event services. The fee for such plate shall be more than one hundred fifty-two dollars and sixty-three cents ($152.63). No dealer shall be permitted to purchase more than one hundred (100) special event plates during a registration year.
(e) The special purpose plates issued under this section shall expire on May 31 of each year. The person to whom a special purpose plate is issued may apply to the registrar of motor vehicles, or the registrar's deputy as provided by law, for renewal registration. Upon renewal, a decal will be issued for the ensuing registration year. Issuance of plates and decals will begin May 1 of each year, upon payment of the fee provided by law, and proof by the applicant that the applicant is still engaged in business as a manufacturer, transporter, dealer, or vehicle preparation service.
(f) (1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (f) may be issued only to manufacturers and dealers of boats or to persons or businesses that transport boats for hire. (2) A person may operate a boat trailer for hire without registering the boat trailer, if the boat trailer is operated solely for the purpose of delivery of a boat to a customer of a manufacturer or dealer of boats and the boat trailer displays a special purpose boat transport plate issued to the manufacturer, dealer, person, or business as prescribed in this subsection (f). (3) The following are authorized to make, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, application to any county clerk within the state, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose boat transport plates: (A) Any dealer or manufacturer of boats who hires individuals who own or operate boat trailers to deliver boats to the dealer's or manufacturer's customers; or (B) Any person or business that owns or operates boat trailers to deliver boats. (4) The boat transport plates must be of a different color than the auto dealer and special event plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and must have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and must have "boat transport" at the bottom of the plate. The legend must contain the letters "BD" and five (5) numbers. (5) The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate. (6) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall issue to the applicant, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, a certificate containing the applicant's name and address. (7) The special purpose boat transport plates issued under this subsection (f) expire on May 31 of each year, and a new plate or plates for the ensuing year may be obtained by the person to whom the expired plate or plates were issued upon application to the registrar of motor vehicles, or the registrar's deputy as provided by law. Issuance of the plates begins May 1 of each year, upon payment of the fee provided by law, and proof by the applicant that the applicant is still engaged in business as a manufacturer or dealer of boats or as a person or business that transports boats for hire. (8) A business license shall not be required as proof that a person or business transports boats for hire.
(1) Registration plates issued under this subsection (f) may be issued only to manufacturers and dealers of boats or to persons or businesses that transport boats for hire.
(2) A person may operate a boat trailer for hire without registering the boat trailer, if the boat trailer is operated solely for the purpose of delivery of a boat to a customer of a manufacturer or dealer of boats and the boat trailer displays a special purpose boat transport plate issued to the manufacturer, dealer, person, or business as prescribed in this subsection (f).
(3) The following are authorized to make, either in person or through a duly authorized agent, employee, or lessee, application to any county clerk within the state, upon appropriate forms for a certificate and for one (1) or more special purpose boat transport plates: (A) Any dealer or manufacturer of boats who hires individuals who own or operate boat trailers to deliver boats to the dealer's or manufacturer's customers; or (B) Any person or business that owns or operates boat trailers to deliver boats.
(A) Any dealer or manufacturer of boats who hires individuals who own or operate boat trailers to deliver boats to the dealer's or manufacturer's customers; or
(B) Any person or business that owns or operates boat trailers to deliver boats.
(4) The boat transport plates must be of a different color than the auto dealer and special event plates issued in the state for the particular year in question and must have the legend "TENN" at the top of the plate and must have "boat transport" at the bottom of the plate. The legend must contain the letters "BD" and five (5) numbers.
(5) The fee for the first plate is forty-seven dollars and thirty cents ($47.30), and the fee for any plates in addition to the first plate is twenty-three dollars and sixty-five cents ($23.65) for each additional plate.
(6) The county clerk, upon granting an application, shall issue to the applicant, upon the payment of the appropriate fee, a certificate containing the applicant's name and address.
(7) The special purpose boat transport plates issued under this subsection (f) expire on May 31 of each year, and a new plate or plates for the ensuing year may be obtained by the person to whom the expired plate or plates were issued upon application to the registrar of motor vehicles, or the registrar's deputy as provided by law. Issuance of the plates begins May 1 of each year, upon payment of the fee provided by law, and proof by the applicant that the applicant is still engaged in business as a manufacturer or dealer of boats or as a person or business that transports boats for hire.
(8) A business license shall not be required as proof that a person or business transports boats for hire.
(g) The commissioner is authorized and empowered to promulgate rules and regulations for the administration of this section.
Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 734, s 1, eff. 7/1/2022.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 97, s 3, eff. 7/1/2021.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 97, s 2, eff. 7/1/2021.
Amended by 2020 Tenn. Acts, ch. 571, s 2, eff. 7/1/2020.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 183, s 5, eff. 7/1/2013.
Amended by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 117, Secs.s 2, s 3 eff. 4/12/2013.
Acts 1998, ch. 1063, § 1; 1999, ch. 98, §§ 12, 13; 2001, ch. 98, § 1; 2001, ch. 233, § 7; 2002, ch. 722, § 1; 2002, ch. 856, §§ 8m, 8n; 2007 , ch. 484, § 116; 2009 , ch. 530, § 124; 2010 , ch. 1151, § 52.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-8-182 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 8 / Section 55-8-182
Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways
Status: in_force

(a) All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle shall be driven in a manner that deprives any motorcycle of the full use of a lane. This subsection (a) shall not apply to motorcycles operated two (2) abreast in a single lane. (b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (c) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. (d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane. (e) Motorcycles that are autocycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane. (f) Subsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to police officers in the performance of their official duties. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1015,s 7, eff. 7/1/2016. Acts 1976, ch. 758, § 5; T.C.A., § 59-883.
(a) All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle shall be driven in a manner that deprives any motorcycle of the full use of a lane. This subsection (a) shall not apply to motorcycles operated two (2) abreast in a single lane.
(b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken.
(c) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
(d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane.
(e) Motorcycles that are autocycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane.
(f) Subsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to police officers in the performance of their official duties.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1015,s 7, eff. 7/1/2016.
Acts 1976, ch. 758, § 5; T.C.A., § 59-883.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-121 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-121
Reciprocal agreements concerning nonresidents
Status: in_force

(a) The commissioner is authorized to enter into reciprocal agreements with proper officials of other states under which agreements motor vehicles of nonresident owners properly licensed and bearing license tags or plates of those states may be operated over the highways of this state, and without being registered or licensed in the state; provided, that this section shall not warrant the commissioner in entering into any agreement with the officials of any other state that does not grant like privileges to citizens of Tennessee operating motor vehicles in that state or states. (b) (1) The commissioner may likewise enter into agreements or arrangements with the duly authorized representatives of other jurisdictions relating to the proportional registration of commercial vehicles in interstate or combined interstate and intrastate commerce. The apportionment may be made on a basis commensurate with and determined on the miles traveled on and use made of the highways of this state as compared with the miles traveled on and use made of other jurisdictions' highways or any other equitable basis of apportionment. The commissioner may require that any remittance for proportional registration of commercial vehicles, pursuant to the agreements, be in the form of cash, cashier's check, certified check, or money order, and that any other remittance will be rejected and returned. The commissioner may adopt and promulgate rules and regulations as shall be necessary to effectuate and administer the provisions contained in this section. (2) The commissioner is further authorized to establish a system of registration renewals for these vehicles at alternative intervals during the calendar year that will allow for the distribution of the registration workload as uniformly as practicable throughout the year. This registration renewal system shall be established by rules promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5. Acts 1937, ch. 242, § 1; 1943, ch. 58, § 1; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 2680.48 (Williams, §§ 1152.7a, 5501.14a); impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 14; Acts 1972, ch. 504, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-436; Acts 1983, ch. 206, § 4; impl. am. Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 30; Acts 1996, ch. 649, § 1.
(a) The commissioner is authorized to enter into reciprocal agreements with proper officials of other states under which agreements motor vehicles of nonresident owners properly licensed and bearing license tags or plates of those states may be operated over the highways of this state, and without being registered or licensed in the state; provided, that this section shall not warrant the commissioner in entering into any agreement with the officials of any other state that does not grant like privileges to citizens of Tennessee operating motor vehicles in that state or states.
(b) (1) The commissioner may likewise enter into agreements or arrangements with the duly authorized representatives of other jurisdictions relating to the proportional registration of commercial vehicles in interstate or combined interstate and intrastate commerce. The apportionment may be made on a basis commensurate with and determined on the miles traveled on and use made of the highways of this state as compared with the miles traveled on and use made of other jurisdictions' highways or any other equitable basis of apportionment. The commissioner may require that any remittance for proportional registration of commercial vehicles, pursuant to the agreements, be in the form of cash, cashier's check, certified check, or money order, and that any other remittance will be rejected and returned. The commissioner may adopt and promulgate rules and regulations as shall be necessary to effectuate and administer the provisions contained in this section. (2) The commissioner is further authorized to establish a system of registration renewals for these vehicles at alternative intervals during the calendar year that will allow for the distribution of the registration workload as uniformly as practicable throughout the year. This registration renewal system shall be established by rules promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
(1) The commissioner may likewise enter into agreements or arrangements with the duly authorized representatives of other jurisdictions relating to the proportional registration of commercial vehicles in interstate or combined interstate and intrastate commerce. The apportionment may be made on a basis commensurate with and determined on the miles traveled on and use made of the highways of this state as compared with the miles traveled on and use made of other jurisdictions' highways or any other equitable basis of apportionment. The commissioner may require that any remittance for proportional registration of commercial vehicles, pursuant to the agreements, be in the form of cash, cashier's check, certified check, or money order, and that any other remittance will be rejected and returned. The commissioner may adopt and promulgate rules and regulations as shall be necessary to effectuate and administer the provisions contained in this section.
(2) The commissioner is further authorized to establish a system of registration renewals for these vehicles at alternative intervals during the calendar year that will allow for the distribution of the registration workload as uniformly as practicable throughout the year. This registration renewal system shall be established by rules promulgated by the commissioner pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
Acts 1937, ch. 242, § 1; 1943, ch. 58, § 1; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 2680.48 (Williams, §§ 1152.7a, 5501.14a); impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 14; Acts 1972, ch. 504, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-436; Acts 1983, ch. 206, § 4; impl. am. Acts 1995, ch. 305, § 30; Acts 1996, ch. 649, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-31-301 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 31 / Section 55-31-301
Unclaimed or abandoned vehicles - Custody - Removal - Reservation and storage
Status: in_force

(a) A police department may take into custody a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, unattended, or used in curbstoning on public or private property; provided, that a motor vehicle used in curbstoning on residential property must not be taken into custody unless the police department provides notice on the motor vehicle at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the seizure. (b) A police department may employ its own personnel, equipment, and facilities or hire persons, equipment, and facilities for the purpose of removing, preserving, and storing motor vehicles that are abandoned, immobile, unattended, or used in curbstoning. (c) Any motor vehicle used in curbstoning is subject to seizure and forfeiture in the same manner as provided by law for seizure and forfeiture of other items under title 40, chapter 33. (d) Notwithstanding another law to the contrary, this section does not limit a local government's initiative for more restrictive requirements regarding the sale of curbstoned vehicles. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
(a) A police department may take into custody a motor vehicle found abandoned, immobile, unattended, or used in curbstoning on public or private property; provided, that a motor vehicle used in curbstoning on residential property must not be taken into custody unless the police department provides notice on the motor vehicle at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the seizure.
(b) A police department may employ its own personnel, equipment, and facilities or hire persons, equipment, and facilities for the purpose of removing, preserving, and storing motor vehicles that are abandoned, immobile, unattended, or used in curbstoning.
(c) Any motor vehicle used in curbstoning is subject to seizure and forfeiture in the same manner as provided by law for seizure and forfeiture of other items under title 40, chapter 33.
(d) Notwithstanding another law to the contrary, this section does not limit a local government's initiative for more restrictive requirements regarding the sale of curbstoned vehicles.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-274 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-274
Rakkasans
Status: in_force

(a) Distinctive license plates are authorized for active, retired, and honorably discharged members of the Rakkasans, which is the moniker for the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) of the United States Army, in good standing. The plates are approved for display on motor vehicles that are authorized by § 55-4-210(c) and that are owned and operated, or leased by, a member or a member's spouse or child. (b) The license plates shall bear an emblem distinctive of the Rakkasans and the language "Rakkasans" with a red torii and the Combat Infantry Badge. The plates shall be designed in consultation with an authorized representative of the 187th Infantry Regiment. (c) The license plate authorized pursuant to this section shall be issued upon: (1) Payment of the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter; (2) Payment of the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ; and (3) Submission of documentation required by subsection (d) or (e). (d) (1) All applications pursuant to this section must be accompanied by military orders or other official documentation detailing an assignment to the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) of the United States Army as proof of eligibility for issuance of a license plate pursuant to this section. (2) In addition to providing the documentation required under subdivision (d)(1): (A) An active duty member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present a valid military identification card or such other document as the commissioner designates as sufficient proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military; or (B) A retired or honorably discharged member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present: (i) A certified copy of the member's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, department of defense form 214 (DD 214); (ii) A valid DD form 2 (Retired) military identification card; or (iii) A Tennessee driver license that indicates military service in accordance with § 55-50-354 . (3) An application pursuant to this section by a spouse or child of a member must be accompanied by documentation that: (A) Is required from a member under subdivisions (d)(1) and (2); and (B) Provides sufficient proof that the applicant is the spouse or child of a member, including: (i) A valid DD form 1173 military dependent identification card; (ii) A marriage certificate; (iii) A birth certificate or certificate of adoption; or (iv) Other documentation designated by the commissioner. (e) A surviving spouse of a deceased retired or honorably discharged member or of a member who died while on active duty shall be issued a license plate pursuant to this section, until the surviving spouse remarries, upon: (1) Complying with state motor vehicle laws relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles; (2) Paying the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter and the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ; (3) Providing documentation required under subdivision (d)(3); and (4) Providing a copy of the death certificate of the deceased. (f) An applicant shall be required to submit the documentation required by subsection (d) or (e) only when initially applying for license plates under this section. Subsequent license plates under this section shall be issued to that person without the repeated presentation of documentation. Acts 2018, ch. 1023, § 5.
(a) Distinctive license plates are authorized for active, retired, and honorably discharged members of the Rakkasans, which is the moniker for the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) of the United States Army, in good standing. The plates are approved for display on motor vehicles that are authorized by § 55-4-210(c) and that are owned and operated, or leased by, a member or a member's spouse or child.
(b) The license plates shall bear an emblem distinctive of the Rakkasans and the language "Rakkasans" with a red torii and the Combat Infantry Badge. The plates shall be designed in consultation with an authorized representative of the 187th Infantry Regiment.
(c) The license plate authorized pursuant to this section shall be issued upon: (1) Payment of the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter; (2) Payment of the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ; and (3) Submission of documentation required by subsection (d) or (e).
(1) Payment of the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter;
(2) Payment of the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ; and
(3) Submission of documentation required by subsection (d) or (e).
(d) (1) All applications pursuant to this section must be accompanied by military orders or other official documentation detailing an assignment to the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) of the United States Army as proof of eligibility for issuance of a license plate pursuant to this section. (2) In addition to providing the documentation required under subdivision (d)(1): (A) An active duty member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present a valid military identification card or such other document as the commissioner designates as sufficient proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military; or (B) A retired or honorably discharged member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present: (i) A certified copy of the member's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, department of defense form 214 (DD 214); (ii) A valid DD form 2 (Retired) military identification card; or (iii) A Tennessee driver license that indicates military service in accordance with § 55-50-354 . (3) An application pursuant to this section by a spouse or child of a member must be accompanied by documentation that: (A) Is required from a member under subdivisions (d)(1) and (2); and (B) Provides sufficient proof that the applicant is the spouse or child of a member, including: (i) A valid DD form 1173 military dependent identification card; (ii) A marriage certificate; (iii) A birth certificate or certificate of adoption; or (iv) Other documentation designated by the commissioner.
(1) All applications pursuant to this section must be accompanied by military orders or other official documentation detailing an assignment to the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) of the United States Army as proof of eligibility for issuance of a license plate pursuant to this section.
(2) In addition to providing the documentation required under subdivision (d)(1): (A) An active duty member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present a valid military identification card or such other document as the commissioner designates as sufficient proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military; or (B) A retired or honorably discharged member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present: (i) A certified copy of the member's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, department of defense form 214 (DD 214); (ii) A valid DD form 2 (Retired) military identification card; or (iii) A Tennessee driver license that indicates military service in accordance with § 55-50-354 .
(A) An active duty member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present a valid military identification card or such other document as the commissioner designates as sufficient proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military; or
(B) A retired or honorably discharged member of the 187th Infantry Regiment must present: (i) A certified copy of the member's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, department of defense form 214 (DD 214); (ii) A valid DD form 2 (Retired) military identification card; or (iii) A Tennessee driver license that indicates military service in accordance with § 55-50-354 .
(i) A certified copy of the member's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, department of defense form 214 (DD 214);
(ii) A valid DD form 2 (Retired) military identification card; or
(iii) A Tennessee driver license that indicates military service in accordance with § 55-50-354 .
(3) An application pursuant to this section by a spouse or child of a member must be accompanied by documentation that: (A) Is required from a member under subdivisions (d)(1) and (2); and (B) Provides sufficient proof that the applicant is the spouse or child of a member, including: (i) A valid DD form 1173 military dependent identification card; (ii) A marriage certificate; (iii) A birth certificate or certificate of adoption; or (iv) Other documentation designated by the commissioner.
(A) Is required from a member under subdivisions (d)(1) and (2); and
(B) Provides sufficient proof that the applicant is the spouse or child of a member, including: (i) A valid DD form 1173 military dependent identification card; (ii) A marriage certificate; (iii) A birth certificate or certificate of adoption; or (iv) Other documentation designated by the commissioner.
(i) A valid DD form 1173 military dependent identification card;
(ii) A marriage certificate;
(iii) A birth certificate or certificate of adoption; or
(iv) Other documentation designated by the commissioner.
(e) A surviving spouse of a deceased retired or honorably discharged member or of a member who died while on active duty shall be issued a license plate pursuant to this section, until the surviving spouse remarries, upon: (1) Complying with state motor vehicle laws relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles; (2) Paying the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter and the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ; (3) Providing documentation required under subdivision (d)(3); and (4) Providing a copy of the death certificate of the deceased.
(1) Complying with state motor vehicle laws relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles;
(2) Paying the regular registration fee pursuant to this chapter and the fee prescribed by § 55-4-204(c) ;
(3) Providing documentation required under subdivision (d)(3); and
(4) Providing a copy of the death certificate of the deceased.
(f) An applicant shall be required to submit the documentation required by subsection (d) or (e) only when initially applying for license plates under this section. Subsequent license plates under this section shall be issued to that person without the repeated presentation of documentation.
Acts 2018, ch. 1023, § 5.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-2-105 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 2 / Section 55-2-105
Administration of oaths, acknowledgment of signatures and certification of copies of records authorized
Status: in_force

(a) Officers and employees of the department designated by the commissioner are, for the purpose of administering the motor vehicle laws, authorized to administer oaths and acknowledge signatures, and shall do so without fee. (b) The commissioner and officers of the department the commissioner may designate are authorized to prepare, and deliver, upon request, a certified copy of any record of the department required to be kept by chapters 1-6 of this title and authorized to be released by chapter 25 of this title, charging a fee of fifty cents (50¢) for each document authenticated. Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 20 (Williams, § 5538.120); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-205; Acts 1996, ch. 745, §14; 2007 , ch. 484, § 3.
(a) Officers and employees of the department designated by the commissioner are, for the purpose of administering the motor vehicle laws, authorized to administer oaths and acknowledge signatures, and shall do so without fee.
(b) The commissioner and officers of the department the commissioner may designate are authorized to prepare, and deliver, upon request, a certified copy of any record of the department required to be kept by chapters 1-6 of this title and authorized to be released by chapter 25 of this title, charging a fee of fifty cents (50¢) for each document authenticated.
Acts 1951, ch. 70, § 20 (Williams, § 5538.120); T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 59-205; Acts 1996, ch. 745, §14; 2007 , ch. 484, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-50-413 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 50 / Section 55-50-413
Valid medical card required
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Beginning January 1, 2011, all persons holding valid commercial driver licenses issued by this state shall be required to maintain a valid medical card and provide the department a copy of each medical card issued, or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements. (2) Persons who apply for a commercial driver license on or after January 1, 2012, will be required to provide the department with a copy of their current medical card or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements prior to issuance of a commercial driver license. (b) The copies shall be provided in a manner prescribed by the department. (c) A commercial driver who fails to maintain current proof of the driver's medical card with the department shall be subject to cancellation of the driver's commercial driver license. (d) This section shall not apply to a person holding a commercial driver license to perform transportation services as an employee of the federal government, a state, a political subdivision of a state, or an agency established under a compact between states that has been approved by the congress of the United States; provided, however, that the exemption created by this subsection (d) shall not apply to a passenger, school bus or hazardous material endorsement. Acts 2010, ch. 1037, § 9; 2011, ch. 50, § 1.
(a) (1) Beginning January 1, 2011, all persons holding valid commercial driver licenses issued by this state shall be required to maintain a valid medical card and provide the department a copy of each medical card issued, or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements. (2) Persons who apply for a commercial driver license on or after January 1, 2012, will be required to provide the department with a copy of their current medical card or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements prior to issuance of a commercial driver license.
(1) Beginning January 1, 2011, all persons holding valid commercial driver licenses issued by this state shall be required to maintain a valid medical card and provide the department a copy of each medical card issued, or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements.
(2) Persons who apply for a commercial driver license on or after January 1, 2012, will be required to provide the department with a copy of their current medical card or provide evidence of an exemption from the medical card requirements prior to issuance of a commercial driver license.
(b) The copies shall be provided in a manner prescribed by the department.
(c) A commercial driver who fails to maintain current proof of the driver's medical card with the department shall be subject to cancellation of the driver's commercial driver license.
(d) This section shall not apply to a person holding a commercial driver license to perform transportation services as an employee of the federal government, a state, a political subdivision of a state, or an agency established under a compact between states that has been approved by the congress of the United States; provided, however, that the exemption created by this subsection (d) shall not apply to a passenger, school bus or hazardous material endorsement.
Acts 2010, ch. 1037, § 9; 2011, ch. 50, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-31-308 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 31 / Section 55-31-308
Express written authorization
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding this part or title 66, chapter 19, part 1, in order for a garagekeeper to tow or store a vehicle, the garagekeeper shall obtain an express written authorization for towing and storage of each vehicle from a law enforcement officer with appropriate jurisdiction, from the owner of the vehicle, or from the owner or the authorized agent of the owner, of the private property from which the vehicle is to be towed. The authorization must include all of the information required by § 66-19-103(d) . In addition to any other penalty provided by this part or by title 66, chapter 19, part 1, a violation of this section is a Class B misdemeanor. (b) This section and § 66-19-103(a) do not apply to new or used motor vehicle dealers licensed under chapter 17 of this title. Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
(a) Notwithstanding this part or title 66, chapter 19, part 1, in order for a garagekeeper to tow or store a vehicle, the garagekeeper shall obtain an express written authorization for towing and storage of each vehicle from a law enforcement officer with appropriate jurisdiction, from the owner of the vehicle, or from the owner or the authorized agent of the owner, of the private property from which the vehicle is to be towed. The authorization must include all of the information required by § 66-19-103(d) . In addition to any other penalty provided by this part or by title 66, chapter 19, part 1, a violation of this section is a Class B misdemeanor.
(b) This section and § 66-19-103(a) do not apply to new or used motor vehicle dealers licensed under chapter 17 of this title.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1017,s 4, eff. 7/1/2024.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-7-104 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 7 / Section 55-7-104
Penalty for violation of preceding sections
Status: in_force

Anyone who drives or causes to be driven any vehicle upon any public thoroughfare in violation of §§ 55-7-101 - 55-7-103, or in violation of regulations duly issued thereunder, commits a Class C misdemeanor. Acts 1921, ch. 177, § 3; 1925, ch. 130, § 3; Shan. Supp., § 1616a5; Code 1932, § 2706; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 2706; Acts 1953, ch. 3, § 4; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 59-1104, 55-11-104; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
Anyone who drives or causes to be driven any vehicle upon any public thoroughfare in violation of §§ 55-7-101 - 55-7-103, or in violation of regulations duly issued thereunder, commits a Class C misdemeanor.
Acts 1921, ch. 177, § 3; 1925, ch. 130, § 3; Shan. Supp., § 1616a5; Code 1932, § 2706; mod. C. Supp. 1950, § 2706; Acts 1953, ch. 3, § 4; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 59-1104, 55-11-104; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-10-116 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 10 / Section 55-10-116
Railroad locomotive engineers - Display of operator permits
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, whenever an engineer of a railroad locomotive is required to show proof of identity under this title, in connection with operation of the locomotive, to any law enforcement officer, the engineer shall not be required to display an operator's or chauffeur's license, or driver license, but shall display an engineer's operator permit instead. Acts 1980, ch. 542, § 3.
Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, whenever an engineer of a railroad locomotive is required to show proof of identity under this title, in connection with operation of the locomotive, to any law enforcement officer, the engineer shall not be required to display an operator's or chauffeur's license, or driver license, but shall display an engineer's operator permit instead.
Acts 1980, ch. 542, § 3.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-229 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-229
Legislator Emeritus
Status: in_force

(a) A member of the general assembly, or a former member of the general assembly, who is deemed by this section to have emeritus status after having served in the general assembly eight (8) or more years, upon complying with the title and registration law and upon payment of the regular license fee appropriate to the vehicle's design or use as prescribed in this chapter, plus payment of the additional fee provided for in § 55-4-204 , shall be issued a registration plate as provided for in this part. (b) The design on the Legislator Emeritus special purpose license plates must be distinguishable from the special purpose license plates authorized by § 55-4-220 for members or former members of the general assembly. Additionally, there must be two (2) different design options for eligible current or former members of the general assembly to indicate the member's service in the senate or the house of representatives. A member who is eligible under subsection (a) and who served in each house of the general assembly may choose which plate to be issued. One (1) design must be an image of the state capitol on the left half of the plate with the plate bearing the legend "Senator Emeritus". The other design must be an image of the state capitol on the left half of the plate with the plate bearing the legend "Representative Emeritus". (c) The special purpose license plates shall be delivered to the several county clerks for issuance during each registration renewal period as provided in § 55-4-207 , except that the registrar of motor vehicles may make direct issue of the plates to the members or former members upon proper application being made, if the plates can be prepared for direct issuance prior to March 1. (d) This section shall not be construed to mean that any member or former member shall be prevented from exchanging a regular type plate for one of special design in the course of a given registration year. Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 579, s 10, eff. 7/1/2021. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018. Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 384, s 36, eff. 5/18/2017.
(a) A member of the general assembly, or a former member of the general assembly, who is deemed by this section to have emeritus status after having served in the general assembly eight (8) or more years, upon complying with the title and registration law and upon payment of the regular license fee appropriate to the vehicle's design or use as prescribed in this chapter, plus payment of the additional fee provided for in § 55-4-204 , shall be issued a registration plate as provided for in this part.
(b) The design on the Legislator Emeritus special purpose license plates must be distinguishable from the special purpose license plates authorized by § 55-4-220 for members or former members of the general assembly. Additionally, there must be two (2) different design options for eligible current or former members of the general assembly to indicate the member's service in the senate or the house of representatives. A member who is eligible under subsection (a) and who served in each house of the general assembly may choose which plate to be issued. One (1) design must be an image of the state capitol on the left half of the plate with the plate bearing the legend "Senator Emeritus". The other design must be an image of the state capitol on the left half of the plate with the plate bearing the legend "Representative Emeritus".
(c) The special purpose license plates shall be delivered to the several county clerks for issuance during each registration renewal period as provided in § 55-4-207 , except that the registrar of motor vehicles may make direct issue of the plates to the members or former members upon proper application being made, if the plates can be prepared for direct issuance prior to March 1.
(d) This section shall not be construed to mean that any member or former member shall be prevented from exchanging a regular type plate for one of special design in the course of a given registration year.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 579, s 10, eff. 7/1/2021.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018.
Added by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 384, s 36, eff. 5/18/2017.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-18-107 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 18 / Section 55-18-107
Violation of law or rules and regulations - Penalty
Status: in_force

(a) It is unlawful for any person or entity to organize, operate, or in any way solicit members for an automobile club or association, or offer any motor club service, except in the manner provided in this chapter and under the rules and regulations promulgated by the commissioner. (b) Any person or entity violating this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor. Acts 1957, ch. 157, § 7; T.C.A., § 59-1807; Acts 1989, ch. 591, §113; 2010 , ch. 1038, § 8.
(a) It is unlawful for any person or entity to organize, operate, or in any way solicit members for an automobile club or association, or offer any motor club service, except in the manner provided in this chapter and under the rules and regulations promulgated by the commissioner.
(b) Any person or entity violating this chapter commits a Class C misdemeanor.
Acts 1957, ch. 157, § 7; T.C.A., § 59-1807; Acts 1989, ch. 591, §113; 2010 , ch. 1038, § 8.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-9-405 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 9 / Section 55-9-405
Lighting devices and reflectors on vehicles having width in excess of 80 inches, truck tractors, and trailers - Lamp or flag on projecting load - Penalties
Status: in_force

(a) Every motor vehicle other than any passenger car, any road roller, road machinery or farm tractor having a width of eighty inches (80") or more shall be equipped with at least the following lighting devices and reflectors: (1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirements for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield; (2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical center line of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by a vehicle towed by the truck; and (3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front, and one (1) reflector at or near the rear. (b) Every truck tractor shall be equipped as follows: (1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirement for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield; and (2) On the rear, one (1) tail lamp; one (1) stop lamp; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and, unless the turn signals on the front are so constructed (double faced) and located as to be visible to passing drivers, two (2) turn signals on the rear of the cab, one (1) at each side. (c) Every semitrailer or full trailer eighty inches (80") or more in overall width, except converter dollies, shall be equipped as follows: (1) On the front, two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; (2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by another vehicle in the same combination; (3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front; one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front; one (1) reflector at or near the rear; and, in case of semitrailers and full trailers thirty feet (30') or more in length, at least one (1) additional side-marker lamp at optional height and at least one (1) additional reflector, the additional side-marker lamp or lamps and reflector or reflectors to be at or near the center or at approximately uniform spacing in the length of the vehicle; and (4) For the purposes of these regulations, "converter dolly" is a motor vehicle with a fifth wheel lower half or equivalent mechanism, the attachment of which vehicle converts a semitrailer to a full trailer. Each dolly, when towed singly by another vehicle, and not as part of a full trailer, shall be equipped with one (1) stop lamp, one (1) tail lamp, and two (2) reflectors on the rear. No lighting devices or reflectors are required on the front or sides of any dolly. (d) (1) Except as provided in subdivision (d)(2), from one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, there shall be attached to the rearmost extremity of any load that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body of the motor vehicle, or at any tailboard or tailgate so projecting, or to the rearmost extremity of any load, carried on a pole trailer, at least one (1) red lamp, securely fastened thereto, which shall be visible from a distance of five hundred feet (500') to the sides and rear under normal atmospheric conditions. At all other times one (1) red flag, at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic or man-made material, shall be so displayed. (2) This subsection (d) shall apply only to: (A) Any noncommercial motor vehicle transporting property intrastate; and (B) Any commercial motor vehicle having a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.) or less when such motor vehicle is transporting property intrastate. (3) Title 65, chapter 15, and all applicable federal rules shall apply to all commercial vehicles having a GVWR or a GCWR of more than twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.). (e) (1) Except as provided in subdivisions (e)(2) and (3), a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have either of the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens so mounted as to be visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load. If the mounting of one (1) amber strobe lamp cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber strobe lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i). The amber strobe lamp must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') to the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load; or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens, mounted so as to be visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load; provided, that if the mounting of one (1) amber LED light cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber LED lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii). The amber LED light must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') from the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load. The LED light must be constructed of durable, weather-resistant material and may be powered by the vehicle's electrical system or by an independent battery system, or both. If the LED light is powered by an independent battery system, then the driver of the vehicle must have in the driver's immediate possession charged, spare batteries for use in case of battery failure. Any solid state LED lighting that consists of multiple LED lights must not have less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the LED lights in operable condition; or (B) Two (2) red flags or two (2) fluorescent orange flags, or a combination of such flags, that are each at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or man-made material, must be so displayed. (2) From one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, or, if applicable, multiple amber strobe lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i); or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, or, if applicable, multiple amber LED lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii); and (B) At least one (1) red flag or at least one (1) fluorescent orange flag, or both, that is at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or manmade material, must also be so displayed. (3) Notwithstanding subdivisions (e)(1) and (e)(2) to the contrary, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting a load of logs or pulpwood that protrudes at least four feet (4') beyond the end of the body or bed of the motor vehicle or trailer must have the following securely affixed to the end of the projecting load while the vehicle or trailer is loaded with the protruding logs or pulpwood: (A) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp or amber blinking light, or one (1) amber LED strobe light or amber LED blinking light, which must be operating while affixed to the load; and (B) At least two (2) red flags or at least two (2) fluorescent orange flags, which must be in good condition and visible while affixed to the load. (f) A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
(a) Every motor vehicle other than any passenger car, any road roller, road machinery or farm tractor having a width of eighty inches (80") or more shall be equipped with at least the following lighting devices and reflectors: (1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirements for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield; (2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical center line of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by a vehicle towed by the truck; and (3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front, and one (1) reflector at or near the rear.
(1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirements for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield;
(2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical center line of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by a vehicle towed by the truck; and
(3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front, and one (1) reflector at or near the rear.
(b) Every truck tractor shall be equipped as follows: (1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirement for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield; and (2) On the rear, one (1) tail lamp; one (1) stop lamp; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and, unless the turn signals on the front are so constructed (double faced) and located as to be visible to passing drivers, two (2) turn signals on the rear of the cab, one (1) at each side.
(1) On the front, at least two (2) headlamps, an equal number at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle, or the vertical centerline of the cab where different from the centerline of the vehicle, except that where the cab is not more than forty-two inches (42") wide at the front roofline, a single lamp at the center of the cab shall be deemed to comply with the requirement for identification lamps. No part of the identification lamps or their mountings may extend below the top of the vehicle windshield; and
(2) On the rear, one (1) tail lamp; one (1) stop lamp; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and, unless the turn signals on the front are so constructed (double faced) and located as to be visible to passing drivers, two (2) turn signals on the rear of the cab, one (1) at each side.
(c) Every semitrailer or full trailer eighty inches (80") or more in overall width, except converter dollies, shall be equipped as follows: (1) On the front, two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; (2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by another vehicle in the same combination; (3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front; one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front; one (1) reflector at or near the rear; and, in case of semitrailers and full trailers thirty feet (30') or more in length, at least one (1) additional side-marker lamp at optional height and at least one (1) additional reflector, the additional side-marker lamp or lamps and reflector or reflectors to be at or near the center or at approximately uniform spacing in the length of the vehicle; and (4) For the purposes of these regulations, "converter dolly" is a motor vehicle with a fifth wheel lower half or equivalent mechanism, the attachment of which vehicle converts a semitrailer to a full trailer. Each dolly, when towed singly by another vehicle, and not as part of a full trailer, shall be equipped with one (1) stop lamp, one (1) tail lamp, and two (2) reflectors on the rear. No lighting devices or reflectors are required on the front or sides of any dolly.
(1) On the front, two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side;
(2) On the rear, two (2) tail lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) stop lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) turn signals, one (1) at each side; two (2) clearance lamps, one (1) at each side; two (2) reflectors, one (1) at each side; and three (3) identification lamps, mounted on the vertical centerline of the vehicle; provided, that the identification lamps need not be lighted if obscured by another vehicle in the same combination;
(3) On each side, one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the front; one (1) side-marker lamp at or near the rear; one (1) reflector at or near the front; one (1) reflector at or near the rear; and, in case of semitrailers and full trailers thirty feet (30') or more in length, at least one (1) additional side-marker lamp at optional height and at least one (1) additional reflector, the additional side-marker lamp or lamps and reflector or reflectors to be at or near the center or at approximately uniform spacing in the length of the vehicle; and
(4) For the purposes of these regulations, "converter dolly" is a motor vehicle with a fifth wheel lower half or equivalent mechanism, the attachment of which vehicle converts a semitrailer to a full trailer. Each dolly, when towed singly by another vehicle, and not as part of a full trailer, shall be equipped with one (1) stop lamp, one (1) tail lamp, and two (2) reflectors on the rear. No lighting devices or reflectors are required on the front or sides of any dolly.
(d) (1) Except as provided in subdivision (d)(2), from one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, there shall be attached to the rearmost extremity of any load that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body of the motor vehicle, or at any tailboard or tailgate so projecting, or to the rearmost extremity of any load, carried on a pole trailer, at least one (1) red lamp, securely fastened thereto, which shall be visible from a distance of five hundred feet (500') to the sides and rear under normal atmospheric conditions. At all other times one (1) red flag, at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic or man-made material, shall be so displayed. (2) This subsection (d) shall apply only to: (A) Any noncommercial motor vehicle transporting property intrastate; and (B) Any commercial motor vehicle having a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.) or less when such motor vehicle is transporting property intrastate. (3) Title 65, chapter 15, and all applicable federal rules shall apply to all commercial vehicles having a GVWR or a GCWR of more than twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.).
(1) Except as provided in subdivision (d)(2), from one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, there shall be attached to the rearmost extremity of any load that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body of the motor vehicle, or at any tailboard or tailgate so projecting, or to the rearmost extremity of any load, carried on a pole trailer, at least one (1) red lamp, securely fastened thereto, which shall be visible from a distance of five hundred feet (500') to the sides and rear under normal atmospheric conditions. At all other times one (1) red flag, at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic or man-made material, shall be so displayed.
(2) This subsection (d) shall apply only to: (A) Any noncommercial motor vehicle transporting property intrastate; and (B) Any commercial motor vehicle having a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.) or less when such motor vehicle is transporting property intrastate.
(A) Any noncommercial motor vehicle transporting property intrastate; and
(B) Any commercial motor vehicle having a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.) or less when such motor vehicle is transporting property intrastate.
(3) Title 65, chapter 15, and all applicable federal rules shall apply to all commercial vehicles having a GVWR or a GCWR of more than twenty six thousand pounds (26,000 lbs.).
(e) (1) Except as provided in subdivisions (e)(2) and (3), a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have either of the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens so mounted as to be visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load. If the mounting of one (1) amber strobe lamp cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber strobe lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i). The amber strobe lamp must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') to the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load; or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens, mounted so as to be visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load; provided, that if the mounting of one (1) amber LED light cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber LED lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii). The amber LED light must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') from the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load. The LED light must be constructed of durable, weather-resistant material and may be powered by the vehicle's electrical system or by an independent battery system, or both. If the LED light is powered by an independent battery system, then the driver of the vehicle must have in the driver's immediate possession charged, spare batteries for use in case of battery failure. Any solid state LED lighting that consists of multiple LED lights must not have less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the LED lights in operable condition; or (B) Two (2) red flags or two (2) fluorescent orange flags, or a combination of such flags, that are each at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or man-made material, must be so displayed. (2) From one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, or, if applicable, multiple amber strobe lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i); or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, or, if applicable, multiple amber LED lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii); and (B) At least one (1) red flag or at least one (1) fluorescent orange flag, or both, that is at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or manmade material, must also be so displayed. (3) Notwithstanding subdivisions (e)(1) and (e)(2) to the contrary, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting a load of logs or pulpwood that protrudes at least four feet (4') beyond the end of the body or bed of the motor vehicle or trailer must have the following securely affixed to the end of the projecting load while the vehicle or trailer is loaded with the protruding logs or pulpwood: (A) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp or amber blinking light, or one (1) amber LED strobe light or amber LED blinking light, which must be operating while affixed to the load; and (B) At least two (2) red flags or at least two (2) fluorescent orange flags, which must be in good condition and visible while affixed to the load.
(1) Except as provided in subdivisions (e)(2) and (3), a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have either of the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens so mounted as to be visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load. If the mounting of one (1) amber strobe lamp cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber strobe lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i). The amber strobe lamp must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') to the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load; or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens, mounted so as to be visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load; provided, that if the mounting of one (1) amber LED light cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber LED lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii). The amber LED light must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') from the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load. The LED light must be constructed of durable, weather-resistant material and may be powered by the vehicle's electrical system or by an independent battery system, or both. If the LED light is powered by an independent battery system, then the driver of the vehicle must have in the driver's immediate possession charged, spare batteries for use in case of battery failure. Any solid state LED lighting that consists of multiple LED lights must not have less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the LED lights in operable condition; or (B) Two (2) red flags or two (2) fluorescent orange flags, or a combination of such flags, that are each at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or man-made material, must be so displayed.
(A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens so mounted as to be visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load. If the mounting of one (1) amber strobe lamp cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber strobe lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i). The amber strobe lamp must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') to the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load; or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens, mounted so as to be visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load; provided, that if the mounting of one (1) amber LED light cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber LED lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii). The amber LED light must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') from the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load. The LED light must be constructed of durable, weather-resistant material and may be powered by the vehicle's electrical system or by an independent battery system, or both. If the LED light is powered by an independent battery system, then the driver of the vehicle must have in the driver's immediate possession charged, spare batteries for use in case of battery failure. Any solid state LED lighting that consists of multiple LED lights must not have less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the LED lights in operable condition; or
(i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens so mounted as to be visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load. If the mounting of one (1) amber strobe lamp cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber strobe lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i). The amber strobe lamp must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') to the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load; or
(ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, complying with SAE J595, equipped with a multidirectional type lens, mounted so as to be visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load; provided, that if the mounting of one (1) amber LED light cannot be accomplished so that it is visible from the rear and from both sides of the projecting load, then multiple amber LED lights, complying with SAE J595, must be utilized so as to meet the visibility requirements of this subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii). The amber LED light must flash at a rate of at least sixty (60) flashes per minute and be plainly visible from a distance of at least five hundred feet (500') from the rear and sides at a radius of one hundred eighty degrees (180°) of the projecting load. The LED light must be constructed of durable, weather-resistant material and may be powered by the vehicle's electrical system or by an independent battery system, or both. If the LED light is powered by an independent battery system, then the driver of the vehicle must have in the driver's immediate possession charged, spare batteries for use in case of battery failure. Any solid state LED lighting that consists of multiple LED lights must not have less than eighty-five percent (85%) of the LED lights in operable condition; or
(B) Two (2) red flags or two (2) fluorescent orange flags, or a combination of such flags, that are each at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or man-made material, must be so displayed.
(2) From one-half (1/2) hour before sunset to one-half (1/2) hour after sunrise and at all other times when lights are required to be displayed, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting intrastate a load of logs, long pulpwood, poles, or posts that projects four feet (4') or more beyond the rear of the body or bed of the vehicle, when the vehicle is operated on a highway or parked on the shoulder or immediately adjacent to the traveled portions of the highway, must have the following securely affixed as close as practical to the end of the projecting load: (A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, or, if applicable, multiple amber strobe lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i); or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, or, if applicable, multiple amber LED lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii); and (B) At least one (1) red flag or at least one (1) fluorescent orange flag, or both, that is at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or manmade material, must also be so displayed.
(A) (i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, or, if applicable, multiple amber strobe lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i); or (ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, or, if applicable, multiple amber LED lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii); and
(i) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp, or, if applicable, multiple amber strobe lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(i); or
(ii) One (1) amber light-emitting diode (LED) light, or, if applicable, multiple amber LED lights, meeting the requirements of subdivision (e)(1)(A)(ii); and
(B) At least one (1) red flag or at least one (1) fluorescent orange flag, or both, that is at least eighteen inches (18") square, made of cloth, synthetic, or manmade material, must also be so displayed.
(3) Notwithstanding subdivisions (e)(1) and (e)(2) to the contrary, a motor vehicle or trailer transporting a load of logs or pulpwood that protrudes at least four feet (4') beyond the end of the body or bed of the motor vehicle or trailer must have the following securely affixed to the end of the projecting load while the vehicle or trailer is loaded with the protruding logs or pulpwood: (A) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp or amber blinking light, or one (1) amber LED strobe light or amber LED blinking light, which must be operating while affixed to the load; and (B) At least two (2) red flags or at least two (2) fluorescent orange flags, which must be in good condition and visible while affixed to the load.
(A) One (1) amber strobe-type lamp or amber blinking light, or one (1) amber LED strobe light or amber LED blinking light, which must be operating while affixed to the load; and
(B) At least two (2) red flags or at least two (2) fluorescent orange flags, which must be in good condition and visible while affixed to the load.
(f) A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-128 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-128
Emissions test grace period - Waiver
Status: in_force

(a) The owner of any motor vehicle who resides in any county in which the issuance or renewal of the certificate of registration, or any registration plates issued pursuant to chapters 1-6 of this title, or a city or county vehicle inspection sticker, for a motor vehicle depends upon the successful completion of a motor vehicle emissions test, shall be: (1) Given a grace period of thirty (30) days from the date fixed for issuance or renewal in which to effect necessary repairs and successfully complete the emissions test for any motor vehicle that does not successfully complete an emissions test administered prior to the date fixed for issuance or renewal, and repairs necessary to pass the test cannot be effected prior to that date; (2) Issued an inspection certificate by the motor vehicle emissions testing authority which shall state on its face the date the emissions test was administered and failed, and that a thirty-day grace period shall apply to that motor vehicle; and (3) The air pollution control board, created by § 68-201-104 , shall promulgate rules providing conditions under which owners of motor vehicles that do not successfully complete an emissions test may apply for waivers or variances. The rules may set appropriate conditions for waivers that are consistent with federal as well as state law and consider the expenditures made by the owner in order to come into compliance. (b) Possession of a duly authorized inspection certificate issued pursuant to subsection (a) shall be deemed possession of a valid certificate of registration, registration plate, and inspection sticker for the duration of the authorized grace period provided by subsection (a). Acts 1985, ch. 339, § 1; 1995, ch. 153, § 1; 2004, ch. 926, § 1.
(a) The owner of any motor vehicle who resides in any county in which the issuance or renewal of the certificate of registration, or any registration plates issued pursuant to chapters 1-6 of this title, or a city or county vehicle inspection sticker, for a motor vehicle depends upon the successful completion of a motor vehicle emissions test, shall be: (1) Given a grace period of thirty (30) days from the date fixed for issuance or renewal in which to effect necessary repairs and successfully complete the emissions test for any motor vehicle that does not successfully complete an emissions test administered prior to the date fixed for issuance or renewal, and repairs necessary to pass the test cannot be effected prior to that date; (2) Issued an inspection certificate by the motor vehicle emissions testing authority which shall state on its face the date the emissions test was administered and failed, and that a thirty-day grace period shall apply to that motor vehicle; and (3) The air pollution control board, created by § 68-201-104 , shall promulgate rules providing conditions under which owners of motor vehicles that do not successfully complete an emissions test may apply for waivers or variances. The rules may set appropriate conditions for waivers that are consistent with federal as well as state law and consider the expenditures made by the owner in order to come into compliance.
(1) Given a grace period of thirty (30) days from the date fixed for issuance or renewal in which to effect necessary repairs and successfully complete the emissions test for any motor vehicle that does not successfully complete an emissions test administered prior to the date fixed for issuance or renewal, and repairs necessary to pass the test cannot be effected prior to that date;
(2) Issued an inspection certificate by the motor vehicle emissions testing authority which shall state on its face the date the emissions test was administered and failed, and that a thirty-day grace period shall apply to that motor vehicle; and
(3) The air pollution control board, created by § 68-201-104 , shall promulgate rules providing conditions under which owners of motor vehicles that do not successfully complete an emissions test may apply for waivers or variances. The rules may set appropriate conditions for waivers that are consistent with federal as well as state law and consider the expenditures made by the owner in order to come into compliance.
(b) Possession of a duly authorized inspection certificate issued pursuant to subsection (a) shall be deemed possession of a valid certificate of registration, registration plate, and inspection sticker for the duration of the authorized grace period provided by subsection (a).
Acts 1985, ch. 339, § 1; 1995, ch. 153, § 1; 2004, ch. 926, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-17-107 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 17 / Section 55-17-107
Powers and duties of commission - Rules and regulations - Forms
Status: in_force

The commission is vested with those powers and duties necessary and proper to enable it to fully and effectively carry out the provisions and objectives of this part and part 4 of this chapter, including, but not limited to: (1) The authority to promulgate reasonable substantive and procedural rules pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5; and (2) The authority to prescribe all forms to be used by the commission in the transaction of its business including application forms, license forms, complaint forms, and renewal forms. Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 781,s 7, eff. 1/1/2017. Acts 1955, ch. 79, § 3; 1977, ch. 162, § 18; T.C.A., § 59-1707.
The commission is vested with those powers and duties necessary and proper to enable it to fully and effectively carry out the provisions and objectives of this part and part 4 of this chapter, including, but not limited to:
(1) The authority to promulgate reasonable substantive and procedural rules pursuant to the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5; and
(2) The authority to prescribe all forms to be used by the commission in the transaction of its business including application forms, license forms, complaint forms, and renewal forms.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 781,s 7, eff. 1/1/2017.
Acts 1955, ch. 79, § 3; 1977, ch. 162, § 18; T.C.A., § 59-1707.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-26-101 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 26 / Section 55-26-101
Chapter definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Pedal carriage," also known as "quadricycle," means a nonmotorized bicycle with four (4) or more wheels operated by one (1) or more persons for the purpose of, or capable of, transporting additional passengers in seats or on a platform made a part of or otherwise attached to the pedal carriage. "Pedal carriage" does not include a bicycle with trainer or beginner wheels affixed thereto, nor shall it include a wheelchair or other vehicle with the purpose of operation by or for the transportation of a disabled person, nor does it include a tricycle built for a child or an adult with a seat for only one (1) operator and no passenger; and (2) "Rickshaw," also known as "pedicab," means a nonmotorized bicycle with three (3) wheels operated by one (1) person for the purpose of, or capable of, transporting additional passengers in seats or on a platform made a part of or otherwise attached to the rickshaw. "Rickshaw" does not include a bicycle built for two (2) where the operators are seated one behind the other, nor shall it include the operation of a bicycle with trainer or beginner wheels affixed thereto, nor does it include a wheelchair or other vehicle with the purpose of operation by or for the transportation of a disabled person. Acts 1999, ch. 135, § 1.
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Pedal carriage," also known as "quadricycle," means a nonmotorized bicycle with four (4) or more wheels operated by one (1) or more persons for the purpose of, or capable of, transporting additional passengers in seats or on a platform made a part of or otherwise attached to the pedal carriage. "Pedal carriage" does not include a bicycle with trainer or beginner wheels affixed thereto, nor shall it include a wheelchair or other vehicle with the purpose of operation by or for the transportation of a disabled person, nor does it include a tricycle built for a child or an adult with a seat for only one (1) operator and no passenger; and
(2) "Rickshaw," also known as "pedicab," means a nonmotorized bicycle with three (3) wheels operated by one (1) person for the purpose of, or capable of, transporting additional passengers in seats or on a platform made a part of or otherwise attached to the rickshaw. "Rickshaw" does not include a bicycle built for two (2) where the operators are seated one behind the other, nor shall it include the operation of a bicycle with trainer or beginner wheels affixed thereto, nor does it include a wheelchair or other vehicle with the purpose of operation by or for the transportation of a disabled person.
Acts 1999, ch. 135, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-12-210 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 12 / Section 55-12-210
Notice to motor vehicle owner of noncompliance - Penalties for failure to comply within specified time - Prohibition against false or fraudulent statements - Part does not affect other actions or penalties - Eligibility for notice
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If there is evidence based on either the IICMVA model or the full book of business download process described in § 55-12-207 that a motor vehicle is not insured, the department of revenue shall, or shall direct its designated agent to, provide notice to the owner of the motor vehicle that the owner has thirty (30) days from the date of the notice to provide to the department of revenue: (A) The owner or operator's proof of financial security in a form approved by the department of revenue; (B) Proof of exemption from the owner or operator's financial security requirements under this chapter; (C) Proof that the motor vehicle is no longer in the owner's possession; or (D) A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the vehicle is not in use on any public road. (2) The notice described in subdivision (a)(1) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. The department of revenue or its designated agent shall transmit the notice to the owner of the motor vehicle by mailing the notice to the most recent street address or electronic mail address provided to the department of revenue by the owner. (3) Prior to issuing the notice described in this subsection (a), the department of revenue is authorized to provide a request for information to the owner of the motor vehicle to aid in determining whether the vehicle is uninsured. (4) Notwithstanding subdivision (a)(1), if the total number of notices required to be provided under this section in a given period is determined by the department of revenue to be administratively prohibitive, the department of revenue is authorized to provide notices to an administratively practicable number of motor vehicle owners, each of whom shall be selected randomly. (b) (1) If an owner of a motor vehicle fails to provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a), the department of revenue shall: (A) Impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. Of this fee, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; and (B) Provide a notice to the owner of the motor vehicle stating that the owner must pay the coverage failure fee described in subdivision (b)(1)(A) and provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a) within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice. (2) The notice described in subdivision (b)(1)(B) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee and suspension or revocation of the owner's motor vehicle registration. (c) If the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the notice described in subdivision (b)(1)(B), the department of revenue: (1) Shall impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee, which shall be in addition to the coverage failure fee imposed under subdivision (b)(1)(A). Of this continued coverage failure fee, ten dollars ($10.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; (2) Shall suspend or revoke the motor vehicle owner's registration; and (3) (A) Shall provide notice to the motor vehicle owner of the legal consequences of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked registration and without owner or operator's proof of financial security as required by this chapter, and instructions on how to effect the reinstatement of the motor vehicle owner's registration; or (B) May direct a designated agent to provide the notice and instructions described in this subdivision (c)(3). (d) Any action by the department of revenue to suspend or revoke the registration of a motor vehicle under this section may be in addition to an action by a law enforcement agency to impose penalties under this chapter. (e) (1) A person shall not provide a false or fraudulent statement to the department of revenue or its designated agent. (2) In addition to any other penalties, a violation of subdivision (e)(1) is a Class B misdemeanor. (f) This part does not affect other actions or penalties that may be taken or imposed for violation of the owner or operator's financial security requirements of this chapter. (g) If the vehicle is no longer insured by the automobile liability insurer of record and no other insurance company using the IICMVA model indicates coverage after an unknown carrier request under § 55-12-205(3) , the owner of the motor vehicle becomes eligible for notice as described in subsections (a) and (b). Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 8,Secs.s2, s3 eff. 3/22/2017. Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 511,s 1, eff. 1/1/2016.
(a) (1) If there is evidence based on either the IICMVA model or the full book of business download process described in § 55-12-207 that a motor vehicle is not insured, the department of revenue shall, or shall direct its designated agent to, provide notice to the owner of the motor vehicle that the owner has thirty (30) days from the date of the notice to provide to the department of revenue: (A) The owner or operator's proof of financial security in a form approved by the department of revenue; (B) Proof of exemption from the owner or operator's financial security requirements under this chapter; (C) Proof that the motor vehicle is no longer in the owner's possession; or (D) A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the vehicle is not in use on any public road. (2) The notice described in subdivision (a)(1) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. The department of revenue or its designated agent shall transmit the notice to the owner of the motor vehicle by mailing the notice to the most recent street address or electronic mail address provided to the department of revenue by the owner. (3) Prior to issuing the notice described in this subsection (a), the department of revenue is authorized to provide a request for information to the owner of the motor vehicle to aid in determining whether the vehicle is uninsured. (4) Notwithstanding subdivision (a)(1), if the total number of notices required to be provided under this section in a given period is determined by the department of revenue to be administratively prohibitive, the department of revenue is authorized to provide notices to an administratively practicable number of motor vehicle owners, each of whom shall be selected randomly.
(1) If there is evidence based on either the IICMVA model or the full book of business download process described in § 55-12-207 that a motor vehicle is not insured, the department of revenue shall, or shall direct its designated agent to, provide notice to the owner of the motor vehicle that the owner has thirty (30) days from the date of the notice to provide to the department of revenue: (A) The owner or operator's proof of financial security in a form approved by the department of revenue; (B) Proof of exemption from the owner or operator's financial security requirements under this chapter; (C) Proof that the motor vehicle is no longer in the owner's possession; or (D) A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the vehicle is not in use on any public road.
(A) The owner or operator's proof of financial security in a form approved by the department of revenue;
(B) Proof of exemption from the owner or operator's financial security requirements under this chapter;
(C) Proof that the motor vehicle is no longer in the owner's possession; or
(D) A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the vehicle is not in use on any public road.
(2) The notice described in subdivision (a)(1) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. The department of revenue or its designated agent shall transmit the notice to the owner of the motor vehicle by mailing the notice to the most recent street address or electronic mail address provided to the department of revenue by the owner.
(3) Prior to issuing the notice described in this subsection (a), the department of revenue is authorized to provide a request for information to the owner of the motor vehicle to aid in determining whether the vehicle is uninsured.
(4) Notwithstanding subdivision (a)(1), if the total number of notices required to be provided under this section in a given period is determined by the department of revenue to be administratively prohibitive, the department of revenue is authorized to provide notices to an administratively practicable number of motor vehicle owners, each of whom shall be selected randomly.
(b) (1) If an owner of a motor vehicle fails to provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a), the department of revenue shall: (A) Impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. Of this fee, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; and (B) Provide a notice to the owner of the motor vehicle stating that the owner must pay the coverage failure fee described in subdivision (b)(1)(A) and provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a) within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice. (2) The notice described in subdivision (b)(1)(B) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee and suspension or revocation of the owner's motor vehicle registration.
(1) If an owner of a motor vehicle fails to provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a), the department of revenue shall: (A) Impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. Of this fee, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; and (B) Provide a notice to the owner of the motor vehicle stating that the owner must pay the coverage failure fee described in subdivision (b)(1)(A) and provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a) within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice.
(A) Impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a twenty-five-dollar coverage failure fee. Of this fee, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; and
(B) Provide a notice to the owner of the motor vehicle stating that the owner must pay the coverage failure fee described in subdivision (b)(1)(A) and provide satisfactory proof or a statement as described in subsection (a) within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice.
(2) The notice described in subdivision (b)(1)(B) shall include a statement that if the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the requirements set forth in the notice, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be subject to a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee and suspension or revocation of the owner's motor vehicle registration.
(c) If the owner of the motor vehicle fails to comply with the notice described in subdivision (b)(1)(B), the department of revenue: (1) Shall impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee, which shall be in addition to the coverage failure fee imposed under subdivision (b)(1)(A). Of this continued coverage failure fee, ten dollars ($10.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended; (2) Shall suspend or revoke the motor vehicle owner's registration; and (3) (A) Shall provide notice to the motor vehicle owner of the legal consequences of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked registration and without owner or operator's proof of financial security as required by this chapter, and instructions on how to effect the reinstatement of the motor vehicle owner's registration; or (B) May direct a designated agent to provide the notice and instructions described in this subdivision (c)(3).
(1) Shall impose on the owner of the motor vehicle a one hundred-dollar continued coverage failure fee, which shall be in addition to the coverage failure fee imposed under subdivision (b)(1)(A). Of this continued coverage failure fee, ten dollars ($10.00) shall be distributed to the county clerk of the county in which the motor vehicle is registered, five dollars ($5.00) shall be distributed to the department of safety, and the remainder shall be deposited into the uninsured motorist identification restricted fund created in § 55-12-213 . The revenues distributed to the county clerk shall be earmarked for the county clerk's work in administration of the vehicle insurance verification program and shall not revert to the general fund at the end of the budget year if unexpended;
(2) Shall suspend or revoke the motor vehicle owner's registration; and
(3) (A) Shall provide notice to the motor vehicle owner of the legal consequences of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked registration and without owner or operator's proof of financial security as required by this chapter, and instructions on how to effect the reinstatement of the motor vehicle owner's registration; or (B) May direct a designated agent to provide the notice and instructions described in this subdivision (c)(3).
(A) Shall provide notice to the motor vehicle owner of the legal consequences of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked registration and without owner or operator's proof of financial security as required by this chapter, and instructions on how to effect the reinstatement of the motor vehicle owner's registration; or
(B) May direct a designated agent to provide the notice and instructions described in this subdivision (c)(3).
(d) Any action by the department of revenue to suspend or revoke the registration of a motor vehicle under this section may be in addition to an action by a law enforcement agency to impose penalties under this chapter.
(e) (1) A person shall not provide a false or fraudulent statement to the department of revenue or its designated agent. (2) In addition to any other penalties, a violation of subdivision (e)(1) is a Class B misdemeanor.
(1) A person shall not provide a false or fraudulent statement to the department of revenue or its designated agent.
(2) In addition to any other penalties, a violation of subdivision (e)(1) is a Class B misdemeanor.
(f) This part does not affect other actions or penalties that may be taken or imposed for violation of the owner or operator's financial security requirements of this chapter.
(g) If the vehicle is no longer insured by the automobile liability insurer of record and no other insurance company using the IICMVA model indicates coverage after an unknown carrier request under § 55-12-205(3) , the owner of the motor vehicle becomes eligible for notice as described in subsections (a) and (b).
Amended by 2017 Tenn. Acts, ch. 8,Secs.s2, s3 eff. 3/22/2017.
Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 511,s 1, eff. 1/1/2016.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-4-294 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 4 / Section 55-4-294
African-American fraternity or sorority members
Status: in_force

(a) An owner or lessee of a motor vehicle who is a resident of this state and who is certified as a member or alumni member of the following fraternities or sororities: Delta Sigma Theta, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Phi Alpha, Phi Beta Sigma, or Kappa Alpha Psi, upon complying with state motor vehicle laws relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles, and paying the regular fee applicable to the motor vehicle and the fee provided for in § 55-4-204 , shall be issued an appropriate African-American fraternity or sorority specialty earmarked license plate for a motor vehicle authorized by § 55-4-210(c) . (b) The application for these license plates shall be accompanied by proof satisfactory to the commissioner, certifying the applicant to be a member or alumni member of the appropriate fraternity or sorority pursuant to subsection (a). (c) (1) The specialty earmarked plates provided for in this section shall be of the colors and contain the logo of the appropriate fraternity or sorority pursuant to subsection (a) and shall be designed in consultation with the executive director of the appropriate fraternity or sorority. (2) Notwithstanding subdivision (c)(1), the Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate must be designed in consultation with the executive director of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and must contain the colors, logo, or other emblem or design distinctive to Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. No later than January 1, 2023, the commissioner shall cause to be reissued a new Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate of a design created pursuant to this subdivision (c)(2). (d) The proceeds from the fees paid pursuant to § 55-4-204 for the sale of the African-American fraternity and sorority specialty earmarked plates authorized by this section, minus the expense the state has incurred in designing and manufacturing these plates, shall be deposited in a fund to benefit Tennessee historically black colleges (Fisk University, Knoxville College, Lane College, American Baptist College, and LeMoyne-Owen College). Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 968, s 2, eff. 7/1/2022. Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 968, s 1, eff. 7/1/2022. Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018. Acts 1998, ch. 1063, § 1.
(a) An owner or lessee of a motor vehicle who is a resident of this state and who is certified as a member or alumni member of the following fraternities or sororities: Delta Sigma Theta, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Phi Alpha, Phi Beta Sigma, or Kappa Alpha Psi, upon complying with state motor vehicle laws relating to registration and licensing of motor vehicles, and paying the regular fee applicable to the motor vehicle and the fee provided for in § 55-4-204 , shall be issued an appropriate African-American fraternity or sorority specialty earmarked license plate for a motor vehicle authorized by § 55-4-210(c) .
(b) The application for these license plates shall be accompanied by proof satisfactory to the commissioner, certifying the applicant to be a member or alumni member of the appropriate fraternity or sorority pursuant to subsection (a).
(c) (1) The specialty earmarked plates provided for in this section shall be of the colors and contain the logo of the appropriate fraternity or sorority pursuant to subsection (a) and shall be designed in consultation with the executive director of the appropriate fraternity or sorority. (2) Notwithstanding subdivision (c)(1), the Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate must be designed in consultation with the executive director of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and must contain the colors, logo, or other emblem or design distinctive to Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. No later than January 1, 2023, the commissioner shall cause to be reissued a new Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate of a design created pursuant to this subdivision (c)(2).
(1) The specialty earmarked plates provided for in this section shall be of the colors and contain the logo of the appropriate fraternity or sorority pursuant to subsection (a) and shall be designed in consultation with the executive director of the appropriate fraternity or sorority.
(2) Notwithstanding subdivision (c)(1), the Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate must be designed in consultation with the executive director of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and must contain the colors, logo, or other emblem or design distinctive to Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. No later than January 1, 2023, the commissioner shall cause to be reissued a new Alpha Phi Alpha specialty earmarked plate of a design created pursuant to this subdivision (c)(2).
(d) The proceeds from the fees paid pursuant to § 55-4-204 for the sale of the African-American fraternity and sorority specialty earmarked plates authorized by this section, minus the expense the state has incurred in designing and manufacturing these plates, shall be deposited in a fund to benefit Tennessee historically black colleges (Fisk University, Knoxville College, Lane College, American Baptist College, and LeMoyne-Owen College).
Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 968, s 2, eff. 7/1/2022.
Amended by 2022 Tenn. Acts, ch. 968, s 1, eff. 7/1/2022.
Amended by 2018 Tenn. Acts, ch. 1023, s 49, eff. 7/1/2018.
Acts 1998, ch. 1063, § 1.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-25-103 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 25 / Section 55-25-103
Chapter definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) "Department" means the department of safety, the department of revenue and the county clerk's office when acting as an agent of these departments, or the duly authorized agents or contractors thereof, responsible to compile and maintain motor vehicle records; (2) "Disclose" means to engage in any practice or conduct to make available and make known personal information contained in a motor vehicle record about a person to any person, organization or entity, by any means of communication; (3) "Express consent" means consent in writing, including consent conveyed electronically that bears an electronic signature as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 7006(5) ; (4) "Highly restricted personal information" means an individual's photograph or image, social security number, medical or disability information; (5) "Individual record" is a motor vehicle record containing personal information about a designated person who is the subject of the record as identified in a request; (6) "Motor vehicle record" means any records that pertain to a motor vehicle operator's or driver license or permit, motor vehicle registration, motor vehicle title, or identification document issued by a department of safety, or other state or local agency authorized to issue any of these forms of credentials; (7) "Person" means an individual, organization or entity, but does not include this state or an agency of this state; (8) "Personal information" means information that identifies a person, including an individual's photograph, or computerized image, social security number, driver identification number, name, address excluding the five-digit zip code, telephone number, and medical or disability information, but does not include information on vehicular accidents, driving or equipment-related violations, and driver license or registration status; and (9) "Record" includes all books, papers, photographs, photostats, cards, films, tapes, recordings, electronic data, printouts or other documentary materials regardless of physical form or characteristics. Acts 1996, ch. 745, §3; 2007 , ch. 484, § 111.
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Department" means the department of safety, the department of revenue and the county clerk's office when acting as an agent of these departments, or the duly authorized agents or contractors thereof, responsible to compile and maintain motor vehicle records;
(2) "Disclose" means to engage in any practice or conduct to make available and make known personal information contained in a motor vehicle record about a person to any person, organization or entity, by any means of communication;
(3) "Express consent" means consent in writing, including consent conveyed electronically that bears an electronic signature as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 7006(5) ;
(4) "Highly restricted personal information" means an individual's photograph or image, social security number, medical or disability information;
(5) "Individual record" is a motor vehicle record containing personal information about a designated person who is the subject of the record as identified in a request;
(6) "Motor vehicle record" means any records that pertain to a motor vehicle operator's or driver license or permit, motor vehicle registration, motor vehicle title, or identification document issued by a department of safety, or other state or local agency authorized to issue any of these forms of credentials;
(7) "Person" means an individual, organization or entity, but does not include this state or an agency of this state;
(8) "Personal information" means information that identifies a person, including an individual's photograph, or computerized image, social security number, driver identification number, name, address excluding the five-digit zip code, telephone number, and medical or disability information, but does not include information on vehicular accidents, driving or equipment-related violations, and driver license or registration status; and
(9) "Record" includes all books, papers, photographs, photostats, cards, films, tapes, recordings, electronic data, printouts or other documentary materials regardless of physical form or characteristics.
Acts 1996, ch. 745, §3; 2007 , ch. 484, § 111.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-3-210 — TN Code / Title 55 / Chapter 3 / Section 55-3-210
Notice of motor vehicle impoundment for manufacture of methamphetamine
Status: in_force

(a) Any law enforcement agency that impounds a motor vehicle due to the manufacture of methamphetamine on or within the motor vehicle, determined to be contaminated pursuant to the standards developed pursuant to title 68, chapter 212, part 5, shall submit a notice of motor vehicle impoundment for manufacture of methamphetamine to the department of revenue within thirty (30) days of such impoundment. (b) A notice in a form substantially as follows is sufficient to comply with subsection (a): Notice of Motor Vehicle Impoundment for Manufacture of Methamphetamine Notice is hereby given that a motor vehicle has been impounded due to a charge of manufacture of methamphetamine on or within the vehicle. Such motor vehicle was seized at the location described below on ______________ (date) This motor vehicle has been impounded by ______________ pursuant to (name of law enforcement agency) Tennessee Code Annotated, § _________________. Address of Motor Vehicle Seizure: _________________________________ Name of Motor Vehicle Owner or Owners: __________________________________ Registered Address: __________________________________ Apartment or Unit Number (if applicable): __________________________________ VIN: __________________________________ Year, Make, Model and Color: __________________________________ Name of Person and Agency Giving Notice: __________________________________ Signature of Person Giving Notice: __________________________________ Title/Position: __________________________________ Date: __________________________________. Acts 2011 , ch. 397, § 3.
(a) Any law enforcement agency that impounds a motor vehicle due to the manufacture of methamphetamine on or within the motor vehicle, determined to be contaminated pursuant to the standards developed pursuant to title 68, chapter 212, part 5, shall submit a notice of motor vehicle impoundment for manufacture of methamphetamine to the department of revenue within thirty (30) days of such impoundment.
(b) A notice in a form substantially as follows is sufficient to comply with subsection (a): Notice of Motor Vehicle Impoundment for Manufacture of Methamphetamine Notice is hereby given that a motor vehicle has been impounded due to a charge of manufacture of methamphetamine on or within the vehicle. Such motor vehicle was seized at the location described below on ______________ (date) This motor vehicle has been impounded by ______________ pursuant to (name of law enforcement agency) Tennessee Code Annotated, § _________________. Address of Motor Vehicle Seizure: _________________________________ Name of Motor Vehicle Owner or Owners: __________________________________ Registered Address: __________________________________ Apartment or Unit Number (if applicable): __________________________________ VIN: __________________________________ Year, Make, Model and Color: __________________________________ Name of Person and Agency Giving Notice: __________________________________ Signature of Person Giving Notice: __________________________________ Title/Position: __________________________________ Date: __________________________________.
Notice of Motor Vehicle Impoundment for Manufacture of Methamphetamine
Notice is hereby given that a motor vehicle has been impounded due to a charge of manufacture of methamphetamine on or within the vehicle. Such motor vehicle was seized at the location described below on ______________
(date)
This motor vehicle has been impounded by ______________ pursuant to
(name of law enforcement agency)
Tennessee Code Annotated, § _________________.
Address of Motor Vehicle Seizure:
_________________________________
Name of Motor Vehicle Owner or Owners:
__________________________________
Registered Address:
__________________________________
Apartment or Unit Number (if applicable):
__________________________________
VIN:
__________________________________
Year, Make, Model and Color:
__________________________________
Name of Person and Agency Giving Notice:
__________________________________
Signature of Person Giving Notice:
__________________________________
Title/Position:
__________________________________
Date:
__________________________________.
Acts 2011 , ch. 397, § 3.