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2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-14 - Use of liquified petroleum gas

39:3B-14. Use of liquified petroleum gas
2. a. Liquefied petroleum gas may be used as an alternative fuel for a school bus instead of, in addition to, or in combination with a conventional fuel.
b. A school bus may be equipped or converted to operate with liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel.
L.1997,c.367,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-15 - Equipping, conversion of school bus for operation using liquified petroleum gas

39:3B-15. Equipping, conversion of school bus for operation using liquified petroleum gas
3. No school bus may be operated using liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel, or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel, unless the school bus has been equipped or converted for such use and is operated in accordance with (1) all applicable federal and State laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, and guidelines pertaining thereto, including but not limited to any such rules, regulations, codes, standards, and guidelines that may be adopted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and (2) all applicable codes, standards, and guidelines established by the National Fire Protection Association for the storage, handling, and use of liquefied petroleum gas.
L.1997,c.367,s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-16 - Immunity from liability

39:3B-16 Immunity from liability
4. a. In any action brought for any injury or damages caused either directly or indirectly by the use of liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel, or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel, to operate a school bus, or the equipping or converting of a school bus to operate using liquefied petroleum gas as the sole fuel or in addition to or in combination with a conventional fuel, neither the owner or operator of the school bus nor any governmental entity may be found negligent in connection therewith if the school bus was equipped or converted, and operated, as required by section 3 of this act.
b. The immunity provided by subsection a. of this section: (1) shall be in addition to any other immunity that may apply under the "New Jersey Tort Claims Act," N.J.S.59:1-1 et seq., or any other law, rule, or regulation; and (2) shall not apply if it is established that the act or omission causing the injury or damages constitutes gross negligence, recklessness, actual fraud, actual malice, willful misconduct, or criminal conduct.
L.1997,c.367,s.4.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-17 - Rules, regulations

39:3B-17 Rules, regulations
5. The Department of Environmental Protection, in consultation with the Department of Transportation, the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Education, may adopt, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), any rules or regulations necessary to implement this act.
L.1997,c.367,s.5.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-19 - Findings, declarations relative to school bus safety.

39:3B-19 Findings, declarations relative to school bus safety.
2. The Legislature finds and declares that school bus safety is of paramount importance to the health and welfare of the school children of this State. The Legislature further finds that school buses are cited for safety violations during scheduled and random inspections at an unacceptably high level and that recent random school bus inspections conducted by the Division of State Police and the Division of Motor Vehicles found a high percentage of school buses operating with significant violations that warranted the removal of these vehicles from service.
The Legislature concurs with the findings of the Governor's School Bus Safety Task Force that it is appropriate and necessary to revise the existing system of in-lane inspections to a system of in-terminal inspections conducted by motor vehicle inspectors at the facility of the school bus operator. Such a system would provide insight into the carrier's overall operation and commitment to maintenance; allow interaction with the carrier's mechanics and operational personnel to facilitate the immediate repair of vehicles; provide a mechanism for the audit of a carrier's maintenance records, including daily defect slips, vehicle history records, and driver history and credential records; and, insure the timely inspection of all school buses.
L.1999,c.5,s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-20 - Definitions relative to school bus safety.

39:3B-20 Definitions relative to school bus safety.
3. As used in this act:
"Director" means the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation;
"Division" means the Division of Motor Vehicles in the Department of Transportation;
"In-terminal inspection" means an inspection conducted by the Division of Motor Vehicles at the operator's terminal of any motor vehicle required to meet the safety regulations for school buses adopted by the Department of Transportation pursuant to R.S.39:3B-5 and P.L.1986, c.92 (C.18A:3B-5.4) and vehicle emissions standards established for engine type pursuant to R.S.39:8-2 and section 3 of P.L.1995, c.157 (C.39:8-61);
"Operator" means the owner or person responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of school buses;
"School bus" means all Type I and Type II school buses as defined in R.S.39:1-1 and school buses retired pursuant to P.L.1986, c.92 (C.39:3B-5.4), under the jurisdiction of the division.
L.1999,c.5,s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-21 - Establishment of school bus enhanced safety inspection program.

39:3B-21 Establishment of school bus enhanced safety inspection program.
4. a. The chief administrator shall establish a school bus enhanced safety inspection program which shall include, but not be limited to, the following elements:
(1) an in-terminal school bus inspection program which provides for the semi-annual or annual inspection of school buses by commission inspectors;
(2) standards and requirements pertaining to the equipment, maintenance, and repair of school buses subject to inspection pursuant to this act; all in-terminal inspections, including those involving diesel vehicles, shall include an emission inspection to determine whether that vehicle meets the State's emission specifications and standards;
(3) standards and requirements pertaining to the establishment and maintenance of school bus maintenance, repair, and inspection records for all school buses in the operator's fleet; and
(4) standards and requirements pertaining to the establishment and maintenance of driver employment records, including records which demonstrate a driver's compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements for authorization to operate a school bus, and any other records and credentials deemed necessary by the chief administrator for school bus drivers employed by the operator. The records shall be made available to commission inspectors during each in-terminal inspection.
b. If an operator does not have adequate terminal facilities to allow for a proper and thorough in-terminal inspection, the chief administrator shall designate an in-lieu-of terminal site and direct the operator to present his buses and records to that site for inspection on such terms and conditions as determined by the chief administrator.
c. The time and location of any inspection or reinspection conducted pursuant to this section shall be determined by the chief administrator. Unless an owner agrees to a different time schedule, the chief administrator shall schedule a reinspection within three days of the date of the inspection that necessitated the reinspection.
L.1999, c.5, s.4; amended 2009, c.331, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-22 - Violations, penalties.

39:3B-22 Violations, penalties.
5. a. Any operator who violates the standards for driver employment records established pursuant to subsection a. of section 4 of this act, or who fails to retain proper records for inspection as required, or who fails to make available any record or document required at the time of inspection, or who falsifies any record, or who fails to present or otherwise make available any school bus or buses due for inspection, as requested by an examiner, unless notification of the intent to withhold a bus or buses from an examiner is made in writing at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled inspection, shall be fined not less than $50 and not more than $500 per violation, in accordance with a schedule of fines to be established by the director. The director shall waive the requirement of notice upon a showing of good cause by an operator. A bus withheld from an examiner pursuant to this section shall be inspected within 30 days of the date of the originally scheduled inspection, unless otherwise agreed by the operator and the director. The operator shall be responsible for all fines.
Nothing in this subsection shall be deemed to preclude any other enforcement actions provided by law.
b. Any fine imposed pursuant to the provisions of this section may be collected, with costs, in a summary proceeding pursuant to "the penalty enforcement law," N.J.S.2A:58-1 et seq. The Superior Court or municipal court of the county or municipality in which the violation occurs or in which the operator resides or has a place of business or principal office in this State, shall have jurisdiction to enforce the provisions of "the penalty enforcement law" in connection with any violation of this act.
The director or any duly authorized representative of the director may issue a summons and complaint returnable in any court of competent jurisdiction for a violation of this act or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant to this act. A municipal, county, or State prosecutor is authorized to assist the director in the enforcement of this act. The director may institute an action in the Superior Court for injunctive relief to prevent or restrain any violation of this act, or any rule or regulation adopted, or any administrative or judicial order issued, pursuant to this act.
c. Any officer charged with the enforcement of State and municipal laws is authorized to assist the director or any duly authorized representative of the director in the enforcement of the provisions of this act, or any rule or regulation adopted, or any administrative or judicial order issued, pursuant to this act.
L.1999,c.5,s.5.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-23 - Removal from service upon failure of inspection.

39:3B-23 Removal from service upon failure of inspection.
6. Any school bus that fails an inspection based on out-of-service criteria as established by the director shall be immediately removed from service.
L.1999,c.5,s.6.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-24 - Rules, regulations.

39:3B-24 Rules, regulations.
7. The director shall adopt, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this act, including the schedule of fines required pursuant to section 5 of this act and the out of service criteria required pursuant to section 6 of this act.
L.1999,c.5,s.7.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-25 - Use of cell phone prohibited while driving school bus, exception; fines

39:3B-25. Use of cell phone prohibited while driving school bus, exception; fines
1. a. It shall be unlawful for the driver of a school bus, as defined in R.S.39:1-1, to use a cellular or other wireless telephone while operating the school bus.
b. The prohibition contained in subsection a. of this section shall not apply:
(1) when the school bus is parked in a safe area off of a highway; or
(2) in an emergency situation.
c. A person who violates this section shall be fined not less than $250 or more than $500.
d. No motor vehicle points or automobile insurance eligibility points pursuant to section 26 of P.L.1990, c.8 (C.17:33B-14) shall be assessed for this offense.
L.2002,c.120.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-26 - School buses equipped with certain sensors.

39:3B-26 School buses equipped with certain sensors.
2. Each school bus as defined in R.S.39:1-1 shall be equipped with a sensor to determine the presence of objects in the front or back of the bus. The design and installation of the sensor shall conform to regulations to be promulgated by the State Board of Education, in consultation with the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in the Department of Transportation, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.).
L.2015, c.266, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-27 - Compliance with certain federal regulations required for school bus operations.

39:3B-27 Compliance with certain federal regulations required for school bus operations.
1. In addition to the provisions of any State law, rule, or regulation containing more stringent requirements, provided that those requirements are compatible with federal law, and notwithstanding the provisions of any State law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, school bus operations in this State shall comply with the requirements of Part 40 of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations and Chapter III of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as amended and supplemented, including, but not limited to: Part 303, Part 325, Part 350, Part 365, Part 366, Part 369, Part 373, Part 374, Part 376, Part 379, Part 380, Part 381, Part 382, Part 385, Part 386, Part 387, Part 389, Part 390, Part 391, Part 392, Part 393, Part 395, Part 396, Part 399, and any other part of Chapter III of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations that the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, in consultation with the Commissioner of Education, determines is in the public interest to be applicable to school bus operations.
L.2018, c.159, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3B-28 - Use of electric school buses.

39:3B-28 Use of electric school buses.
1. a. Notwithstanding the provisions of any law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, the maximum overall width of an electric school bus operated in this State shall not exceed 102 inches, excluding accessories.
b. As used in this section, "electric school bus" means a school bus, as defined in R.S.39:1-1, charged and powered solely by electricity.
L.2019, c.384, s.1.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-2 - Jurisdiction divided.

39:3C-2 Jurisdiction divided.
2. For the purpose of carrying out the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.):
a. The chief administrator shall have the power, duty, and authority to administer and enforce all statutes, rules, and regulations, except as otherwise provided by statute, relating to the operation and use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes on or across a public highway or on public lands or waters, including but not limited to the following:
(1) Registration, identification, numbering, and classification;
(2) Equipment;
(3) Standards of safety;
(4) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2009, c.275); and
(5) Promulgation of rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
b. The Commissioner of Environmental Protection shall have the power, duty, and authority to administer and enforce all other statutes, permits, rules, and regulations relating to snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes on the public lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Protection such that:
(1) snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes shall be operated only on highways and roads designated and marked for such operation, unless specifically authorized by the commissioner; and
(2) snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes shall be operated only in areas designated and marked for such operation and only with a special use permit issued by the Department of Environmental Protection.
L.1973, c.307, s.2; amended 1985, c.375, s.3; 2009, c.275, s.2.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-3 - Registration required; fees.

39:3C-3 Registration required; fees.
3. Except as otherwise provided, no snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike shall be operated or permitted to be operated on or across a public highway or on public lands or waters of this State unless registered and numbered by the owner thereof as provided by P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.). The chief administrator is authorized to register and assign a number to snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes upon application and payment of the appropriate fee in accordance with the following schedule:
a. For each individual resident snowmobile registration, all-terrain vehicle registration, and dirt bike registration, $50, for a period not to exceed 24 months, in accordance with the provisions of section 29 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-29).
b. For each individual nonresident snowmobile registration, all-terrain vehicle registration, and dirt bike registration, $50, for a period not to exceed 24 months, in accordance with the provisions of section 29 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-29).
c. For replacement of a lost, mutilated, or destroyed certificate, $5.
d. For a duplicate registration, $5 at the time of issuance.
e. For an amended registration, $5.
f. In addition to the registration fees imposed pursuant to this section, the chief administrator shall impose and collect an additional fee of $10 to be deposited in the "Off-Road Vehicle Recreational Fund" created by section 31 of P.L.2009, c.275 (C.39:3C-3.1).
All registrations shall be valid for a period not to exceed 24 months from the date on which the registration was issued, except that the chief administrator may suspend or revoke such registration for any violations of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) or of the rules promulgated hereunder.
L.1973, c.307, s.3; amended 1975, c.28; 1985, c.375, s.4; 1991, c.322, s.1; 1994, c.60, s.22; 2009, c.275, s.3.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-3.1 - "Off-Road Vehicle Recreational Fund."

39:3C-3.1 "Off-Road Vehicle Recreational Fund."
31. a. There is established in the General Fund a separate, non-lapsing, dedicated account to be known as the "Off-Road Vehicle Recreational Fund," hereinafter referred to as "the fund." Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, each fiscal year the State Treasurer shall credit the revenue collected pursuant to subsection f. of section 3 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-3) into the fund. Each fiscal year, the State Treasurer shall allocate the monies contained in the fund to the Department of Environmental Protection. Each fiscal year, the State Treasurer shall credit all earnings received from the investment or deposit of revenue in the fund, to the fund. All revenues and earnings deposited in the fund shall be appropriated in the same fiscal year to the department.
b. The monies credited to the fund shall be used by the Department of Environmental Protection for designating and maintaining sites in the State for the use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes; sites shall be designated and shall be maintained in a manner that, to the greatest possible extent, mitigates any detrimental effects on the environment and protects public safety.
L.2009, c.275,s.31.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-4 - Permanent registration number.

39:3C-4 Permanent registration number.
4. Once a registration number is assigned, it shall remain with the registered snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike until the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike is destroyed, abandoned or permanently removed from the State, or until changed or terminated by the chief administrator.
L.1973, c.307, s.5; amended 1985, c.375, s.5; 2009, c.275, s.4.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-5 - Registration required; transfer of ownership.

39:3C-5 Registration required; transfer of ownership.
5. The owner of a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike required to be registered and numbered in this State shall do so with the commission no later than six months after the effective date of P.L.2009, c.275 (C.39:3C-3.1 et al.).
Every person in the business of selling a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike shall require proof that the vehicle is properly registered with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-3), before transferring actual physical possession of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike to a purchaser of the vehicle.
If there is a change of ownership for which a registration certificate has been previously issued, the new owner shall apply for a new registration certificate and set forth the original number in the application. The owner shall demonstrate to the commission a notarized bill of sale, assignable certificate of origin, or other formal proof of ownership deemed acceptable by the commission when transferring ownership or selling a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike. The owner shall pay the regular fee for the particular snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike involved. The owner of any registration certificate issued under this section may obtain a duplicate from the commission upon application and payment of the fee prescribed.
L.1973, c.307, s.5; amended 1985, c.375, s.6; 2009, c.275, s.5.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-6 - Farm, government exemptions.

39:3C-6 Farm, government exemptions.
6. a. Any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike solely operated for use on a farm shall be exempt from the registration and numbering requirements of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
b. No registration fee shall be charged for a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike owned by the federal government, the State, county or municipal government or subdivision thereof.
L.1973, c.307, s.6; amended 1985, c.375, s.7; 2009, c.275, s.6.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-7 - Reciprocity.

39:3C-7 Reciprocity.
7. The registration provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) shall not apply to nonresident owners who have complied with the registration and licensing laws of the state or country of residence, provided that the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike is appropriately identified in accordance with the laws of the state or country of residence and conspicuously displays the number issued by the state or country of residence. Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the operation of any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike contrary to the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
L.1973, c.307, s.7; amended 1985, c.375, s.8; 2009, c.275, s.7.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-8 - Display of registration number.

39:3C-8 Display of registration number.
8. The number assigned to a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike and required to be displayed pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-3) shall be displayed on the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike at all times in such manner as the chief administrator may, by regulation, prescribe. No number other than the number assigned by the chief administrator, or a comparable identification number of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike properly registered in another state, shall be painted, attached, or otherwise displayed on either side of the cowling, except that racing numbers on a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike being operated in prearranged organized special events may be temporarily displayed for the duration of the race.
L.1973, c.307, s.8; amended 1985, c.375, s.9; 2009, c.275, s.8.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-9 - Production of certificate.

39:3C-9 Production of certificate.
9. a. Every person operating a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike registered or transferred in accordance with any of the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) shall, upon demand of any law enforcement officer, duly authorized conservation police officer of the Division of Fish and Wildlife or park police officer or law enforcement operation officer of the Division of Parks and Forestry within the Department of Environmental Protection, or any other police officer, produce for inspection the certificate of registration and shall furnish to the officer any information necessary for the identification of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike and its owner. The failure to produce the certificate of registration when operating a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on public lands and waters, or when crossing a public highway, shall be presumptive evidence in any court of competent jurisdiction of operating a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike which is not registered as required by P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
b. A person less than 18 years of age who operates a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or a dirt bike which is registered in this State shall produce upon demand a certificate indicating that person's successful completion of a safety education and training course established or certified by the commissioner in accordance with section 15 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-15). The failure to produce the certificate when operating a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on public lands or waters, or when crossing a public highway, shall be presumptive evidence in any court of competent jurisdiction of the operation of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike in violation of the requirement in subsection c. of section 16 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-16).
L.1973, c.307, s.9; amended 1985, c.375, s.10; 1991, c.322, s.2; 2009, c.275, s.9; 2019, c.407, s.18.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-10 - Change of address, public awareness campaign.

39:3C-10 Change of address, public awareness campaign.
10. a. It shall be the duty of every owner holding a certificate of registration to notify the commission, in writing, of any change of residence of such person within one week after the change occurs.
b. The chief administrator shall establish a public awareness campaign to inform the general public about the importance of maintaining a current address with the commission.
L.1973, c.307, s.10; amended 2007, c.281, s.1; 2009, c.275, s.10.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-11 - Transfer of ownership.

39:3C-11 Transfer of ownership.
11. In accordance with the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.), whenever there is a change of ownership for which a registration certificate has previously been issued, the new owner shall apply for a new certificate. The new owner shall set forth the original number issued in the application accompanied by the old registration, if available, and with the required fee submitted to the commission, for registration. The new owner shall demonstrate to the commission a notarized bill of sale, assignable certificate of origin, or other formal proof of ownership deemed acceptable by the commission when transferring ownership or selling a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike.
L.1973, c.307, s.11; amended 1985, c.375, s.11; 2009, c.275, s.11.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-12 - Notification of destruction, theft, permanent removal.

39:3C-12 Notification of destruction, theft, permanent removal.
12. It shall be the duty of every owner of a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike registered pursuant to P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) to notify the commission, in writing, of the destruction, theft, or permanent removal of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike from the State, to surrender the certificate of registration within 10 days in the event of the destruction, theft, or permanent removal of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike from the State.
L.1973, c.307, s.12; amended 1985, c.375, s.12; 2009, c.275, s.12.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-13 - Permit for park use.

39:3C-13 Permit for park use.
13. No political subdivision of the State shall require additional licensing or registration of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or dirt bikes which are covered by the provisions of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
Nothing herein shall prohibit the requirement of a permit by State or local parks for use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or dirt bikes on park lands or in any way affect the authority of the Department of Environmental Protection, the commissioner thereof, or those responsible for the operation of a park from adopting rules and regulations concerning the use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes.
L.1973, c.307, s.13; amended 1985, c.375, s.13; 2009, c.275, s.13.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-14 - Environmental regulations.

39:3C-14 Environmental regulations.
14. The commissioner, with a view towards minimizing detrimental effects on the environment and protecting public safety, shall adopt rules and regulations relating to and including, but not limited to, the following:
a. Use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes, insofar as fish, wildlife, and plantlife resources, and public safety are affected;
b. Use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes on public lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Protection; and
c. Use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes at three sites on State-owned land pursuant to section 38 of P.L.2009, c.275 (C.13:1L-5.1).
The commissioner may locate, designate, and make available by the effective date of P.L.1991, c.322 appropriate areas of public lands upon which snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, and dirt bike safety education and training programs established or certified by the commissioner in accordance with section 15 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-15) may be conducted. The commissioner shall report to the Legislature and the Governor within one year after the effective date of P.L.1991, c.322 on the size and location of the public lands located, designated, and made available; on the frequency of the use, or the estimated frequency of use, of these public lands for safety education and training programs; and the environmental impact of this use on the lands.
L.1973, c.307, s.14; amended 1985, c.375, s.14; 1991, c.322, s.3; 2009, c.275, s.14.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-15 - Commissioner's rules, regulations.

39:3C-15 Commissioner's rules, regulations.
15. The commissioner may adopt rules and regulations relating to and including, but not limited to:
a. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.2009, c.275).
b. Establishment of a comprehensive snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, and dirt bike information and safety education and training program.
c. Granting of permits for the conduct of all prearranged special events as provided in P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.), including those permits necessary for special events conducted on public lands and waters under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Protection.
In accordance with the requirement in subsection b. of this section, the commissioner shall certify snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, and dirt bike safety education and training programs to be offered by public or private agencies or organizations, the successful completion of which shall satisfy the training requirements in subsection c. of section 16 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-16). A person less than 16 years of age participating in an all-terrain vehicle safety education and training course established or certified by the commissioner shall operate during the training only an all-terrain vehicle with an engine capacity of 90 cubic centimeters or less.
L.1973, c.307, s.15; amended 1985, c.375, s.15; 1991, c.322, s.4; 2009, c.275, s.15.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-16 - Age requirements.

39:3C-16 Age requirements.
16. a. A person under the age of 14 years shall not operate or be permitted to operate any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on public lands or waters or across a public highway.
b. A person less than 16 years of age shall not operate on public lands or waters or across a public highway of this State an all-terrain vehicle with an engine capacity greater than 90 cubic centimeters.
c. A person less than 18 years of age shall not operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike registered in this State on public lands or waters or across a public highway of this State unless the person has completed a safety education and training course established or certified by the commissioner pursuant to section 15 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-15). At all times during the operation of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike the person shall possess a certificate indicating successful completion of the course.
L.1973, c.307, s.16; amended 1985, c.375, s.16; 1991, c.322, s.5; 2009, c.275, s.16.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-17 - Operational limitations.

39:3C-17 Operational limitations.
17. a. No person shall operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike upon limited access highways or within the right-of-way limits thereof.
b. No person shall operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike upon the main traveled portion or the plowed snowbanks of any public street or highway or within the right-of-way limits thereof except as follows:
(1) Properly registered snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes may cross, as directly as possible, public streets or highways, except limited access highways, provided that such crossing can be made in safety and that it does not interfere with the free movement of vehicular traffic approaching from either direction on the public street or highway. Prior to making any such crossing, the operator shall bring the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike to a complete stop. It shall be the responsibility of the operator of a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike to yield the right-of-way to all vehicular traffic upon any public street or highway before crossing the public street or highway.
(2) Whenever it is impracticable to gain immediate access to an area adjacent to a public highway where a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike is to be operated, the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike may be operated adjacent and parallel to the public highway for the purpose of gaining access to the area of operation. This subsection shall apply to the operation of a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike from the point where the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike is unloaded from a motorized conveyance to the area where it is to be operated, or from the area where operated to a motorized conveyance, when the loading or unloading cannot be effected in the immediate vicinity of the area of operation without causing a hazard to vehicular traffic approaching from either direction on the public highway. The loading or unloading must be accomplished with due regard to safety, at the nearest possible point to the area of operation.
L.1973, c.307, s.17; amended 1985, c.375, s.17; 2009, c.275, s.17.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-18 - Operation on property of others; limitations of liability.

39:3C-18 Operation on property of others; limitations of liability.
18. a. No person shall operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on the property of another without receiving the consent of the owner of the property and the person who has a contractual right to the use of the property.
b. No person shall continue to operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on the property of another after consent, as provided in subsection a. above, has been withdrawn.
c. No owner of real property and no person or entity having a contractual right to the use of real property, no matter where the property is situate in this State, shall assume responsibility or incur liability for any injury or damage to an owner, operator, or occupant of a snowmobile, all terrain vehicle, or dirt bike if the injury or damage occurs during, or arises out of the operation or use of, the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike unless: (1) the operation or use is with the express consent of the owner and contractual user of the property, and (2) the provisions of P.L.1968, c.73 (C.2A:42A-2 et seq.) or P.L.1985, c.431 (C.2A:42A-6 et seq.) do not limit liability. This subsection shall not limit the liability which would otherwise exist for the willful or malicious creation of a hazardous condition.
L.1973, c.307, s.18; amended 1985, c.375, s.18; 1991, c.496, s.8; 2009, c.275, s.18.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-19 - Unlawful activities.

39:3C-19 Unlawful activities.
19. It shall be unlawful for:
a. Any person to operate or ride as a passenger on any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike without wearing a protective helmet approved by the chief administrator. Any helmet shall be of a type acceptable for use in conjunction with motorcycles as provided in sections 6 to 9 of P.L.1967, c.237 (C.39:3-76.7 through 39:3-76.10).
b. Any person to operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike that is not equipped with working headlights, taillights, brakes, and proper mufflers as supplied by the motor manufacturer for the particular model, without modifications, nor shall any person operate any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike in any manner as to cause a harsh, objectionable, or unreasonable noise.
c. Any person to operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike at any time and in any manner intended or reasonably to be expected to harass, drive, or pursue any wildlife.
d. Any person to operate any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike during the hours from 1/2 hour before sunset to 1/2 hour after sunrise without having lighted headlights and lighted taillights.
e. Any person to operate any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike on the land of another without first securing the permission of the landowner or the landowner's duly authorized representative.
f. Any person to operate a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike upon railroad or right-of-way of an operating railroad, except railroad personnel in the performance of their duties.
g. Any person to violate any provision of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) or any rule or regulation adopted pursuant to P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.).
L.1973, c.307, s.19; amended 1985, c.375, s.19; 2009, c.275, s.19.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-20 - Mandatory insurance.

39:3C-20 Mandatory insurance.
20. a. No snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike shall be operated or permitted to be operated unless the owner thereof has obtained a policy of insurance, in such language and form as shall be determined by the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance, from an insurance carrier authorized to do business in this State, the terms of which policy shall indemnify an amount or limit of $15,000, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to, or death of, one person, in any one accident; and an amount or limit, subject to such limit for any one person so injured, or killed, of $30,000, exclusive of interest and costs, on account of injury to or death of, more than one person, in any one accident; and an amount or limit of $5,000, exclusive of interest and costs, for damage to property in any one accident, for damages arising out of the negligent operation of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike. In lieu of the insurance coverage as hereinabove provided, the chief administrator, in the chief administrator's discretion and upon application of the State or a municipality having registered in its name one or more snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or dirt bikes, may waive the requirement of insurance by a private insurance carrier and issue a certificate of self-insurance, when the chief administrator is satisfied of financial ability to respond to judgments obtained against it or them, arising out of the ownership, use or operation of the snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or dirt bikes.
b. Proof of insurance as hereinabove required shall be produced and displayed by the owner or operator of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike upon request to any law enforcement officer or to any person who has suffered or claims to have suffered either personal injury or property damage as a result of the operation of the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike by the owner or operator.
c. An owner of a snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike who shall operate or permit the snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike to be operated without having in effect the required liability insurance coverage, and any other person who shall operate any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike with the knowledge that the owner thereof does not have in effect the insurance coverage shall be guilty of a violation of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1 et seq.) and be subject to a fine of not less than $25 nor more than $100.
d. The chief administrator is hereby authorized to promulgate reasonable regulations to provide effective administration and enforcement of the provisions of this section in accordance with the purposes thereof.
L.1973, c.307, s.20; amended 1985, c.375, s.20; 2009, c.275, s.20.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-21 - Post-accident procedures.

39:3C-21 Post-accident procedures.
21. The operator of any snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or dirt bike involved in an accident resulting in injuries or death of any person or property damage shall comply with the procedures in R.S.39:4-129 and R.S.39:4-130.
L.1973, c.307, s.21; amended 1985, c.375, s.21; 2009, c.275, s.21.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-22 - Special events.

39:3C-22 Special events.
22. The commissioner may authorize the holding of organized special events. The commissioner shall adopt and may, from time to time, amend rules and regulations determining the special events which shall be subject to a permit and designating the equipment and facilities necessary for safe operation of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes and for the safety of operators, participants, and observers in such special events. Whenever a special event requiring authorization of the department is proposed to be held in the State of New Jersey, the person in charge thereof shall, at least 90 days prior thereto, file an application with the commissioner to hold the special event. The application shall set forth the date of and location where it is proposed to hold the rally, race, exhibition, or organized event, and any other information as the commissioner may require, and it shall not be conducted without written authorization of the commissioner. Copies of such regulations shall be furnished by the commissioner to any person making an application therefor.
Any person sponsoring the event who shall violate any regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall for every violation be subject to a fine not to exceed $250.
L.1973, c.307, s.22; amended 1985, c.375, s.22; 2009, c.275, s.22.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-23 - Limited exemptions.

39:3C-23 Limited exemptions.
23. Snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes operated at special events shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter concerning registration and lights during the time of operation of the special event, including all prerace practice at the location of the meet. In addition, snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes operated at special events shall be exempt from the provisions of subsection c. of section 16 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-16) and subsection b. of section 9 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-9); however, subsection b. of section 16 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-16) shall apply to persons operating snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes at special events and prerace practice.
L.1973, c.307, s.23; amended 1985, c.375, s.23; 1991, c.322, s.6; 2009, c.275, s.23.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-24 - Mandatory equipment.

39:3C-24 Mandatory equipment.
24. All snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes operating within the State of New Jersey shall be equipped with:
a. Headlights. At least one white or amber headlamp having a minimum candlepower of sufficient intensity to reveal persons and vehicles at a distance of at least 100 feet ahead during hours of darkness under normal atmospheric conditions.
b. Taillights. At least one red taillamp having a minimum candlepower of sufficient intensity to exhibit a red light plainly visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear during hours of darkness under normal atmospheric conditions.
c. Brakes. A brake system in good mechanical condition.
d. Reflector material. Reflector material of a minimum area of 16 square inches mounted on each side of the cowling. Registration numbers or other decorative material may be included in computing the required 16-square-inch area.
e. Mufflers. An adequate muffler system in good working condition.
L.1973, c.307, s.24; amended 1985, c.375, s.24; 2009, c.275, s.24.
2023 New Jersey Revised Statutes › Title 39 - Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation › Section 39:3C-25 - Inspection and testing.

39:3C-25 Inspection and testing.
25. The chief administrator may adopt rules and regulations with respect to the inspection of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes and the testing of mufflers for those vehicles.
L.1973, c.307, s.15; amended 1985, c.375, s.25; 2009, c.275, s.25.