Code of Maine Rules
29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Chapter 162 - THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN
Section 250-162-4 - REMITTANCES

Universal Citation: 29 ME Code Rules ยง 250-162-4

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. Remittances must be in the form of a money order, bank draft, or credit card authorization (please see restrictions below). Money orders and checks should be made payable to the Maine Secretary of State.

2. Personal checks will be accepted subject to collection.

3. Credit card payments:

A. Base jurisdiction fees (apportioned fees due to the State of Maine):
(1) the Bureau accepts payment by American Express, Discover, Master Card, or VISA.

B. Apportioned fees collected by Maine on behalf of other member jurisdictions:
(1) credit card payments can only be accepted if processed through a third party vendor. Such payments will incur an incremental processing fee based on the amount due.

4. All remittances must be in U.S. currency.

5. Remittances in currency are wholly at the risk of the remitter. The Bureau assumes no responsibility for any loss of currency sent by mail.

6. In the event that a registrant's check is returned for insufficient funds or for any other reason, the registrant's right to register and operate commercial vehicles will be suspended. The IRP Unit will not accept any additional applications until the registrant has completely satisfied the delinquency and associated reinstatement fees.

7. A registrant who has had a check returned for any reason may be required to pay subsequent IRP bills with certified funds.

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