Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 39 - Transportation, Department of
Rule 39.02.42 - RULES GOVERNING CONDITIONAL VEHICLE REGISTRATION WHEN PROOF OF OWNERSHIP IS INSUFFICIENT
Section 39.02.42.200 - PROCEDURE

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 39.02.42.200

Current through August 31, 2023

01. Conditional Registration. "Registration Only" (conditional registration until titling requirements are met) may be processed for a one (1) year period without benefit of title. "Registration Only" will not be issued on vehicles with altered VINs, vehicles confirmed as stolen or vehicles where there is a recorded and unpaid lien. (3-31-22)

02. Conditional Registration Procedure. "Registration Only" procedure is as follows: (3-31-22)

a. VIN Inspection: The vehicle must be inspected by an agent of the county assessor's office or a city, county or state peace officer. The inspecting officer will verify the identification number and provide the applicant with a signed inspection form containing the vehicle description, other pertinent information and recommendations. If the VIN has been altered or is missing, the officer may ask for the assistance of a motor vehicle investigator before issuing the VIN inspection. (3-31-22)

b. Indemnifying Affidavit. The "Registration Only" applicant will complete an indemnifying affidavit explaining how and where the vehicle came into the applicant's possession, and why proper documentation is not available. The indemnifying affidavit must be signed, and fully indemnify and save harmless the department. (3-31-22)

c. Registration of the Vehicle: The vehicle may be registered for one (1) year. The title block of the registration document will show "Reg Only" in bold letters. The applicant must obtain adequate proof of ownership prior to the expiration of the registration period. The one (1) year "Registration Only" period will not be extended. (3-31-22)

d. The county will hold the VIN inspection and the indemnifying affidavit in file until the applicant complies with requirements in Subsection 200.04. (3-31-22)

03. Applicant Responsibility. By the expiration of the "Registration Only" period, the applicant must present a properly executed title and bill of sale for the vehicle or apply for a bonded or conditional title. (3-31-22)

04. Action by the County Assessor. When the applicant has complied with Subsection 200.03, the county assessor will pull the VIN inspection and indemnifying affidavit from their file; prepare an Application for Title; and submit the application form with the title, bill of sale, indemnifying affidavit and VIN inspection for title processing. (3-31-22)

05. Proof of Ownership. If the applicant cannot prove ownership within the one (1) year "Registration Only" period, no further registration (permanent or temporary) will be issued until after the title requirement is met. (3-31-22)

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