Chapter 246. Motor Vehicles
Section
14-1Definitions.14-1a“Authorized emergency vehicle” defined.14-2Appointment of Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.14-3Powers and duties of commissioner.14-4Findings and rulings of commissioner.14-4aConduct of hearings and rendering of decisions.14-5Branch offices.14-5aAnsonia branch office.14-5bDiscontinuation of branch offices.14-5cDepartment closed or unable to perform transactions due to emergency or other reason. Extension of expiration date or period of validity of credentials issued by commissioner.14-6Coordination of enforcement activities.14-7Deputy commissioners.14-8Police authority of commissioner and inspectors.14-9Oath of office.14-9aCriminal background checks for applicants for employment with department and certain department employees. Reassignment of employee with disqualifying criminal offense or condition.14-10Definitions. Records. Disclosure of personal information and highly restricted personal information. Penalty. Regulations.14-11Employment of legal assistance.14-11aExceptional issuance of certificates and licenses for law enforcement activities. Verification by Chief State's Attorney of statements on application for such certificates and licenses.14-11bDriver training program for persons with disabilities.14-11cMotor Carrier Advisory Council. Members. Duties.14-11dAnnual safety inspection program for fire department apparatus.14-11eAnnual report re appointments scheduled and transactions available and conducted on department's Internet web site.14-11f to 14-11h14-11f to 14-11h14-11iPayment of fees by credit card.14-11jBlue envelopes for persons with autism spectrum disorder.14-11kWaiver of fee for license or identity card renewal or duplication for veterans at certain event.14-12Motor vehicle registration. Application. Issuance by dealers. Misrepresentation. Registration number and certificate. Requirements for registration. Regulations. Temporary registration. Number of registered electric vehicles.14-12aRegistration of certain motor vehicles garaged or operated in Connecticut.14-12bPresentation of insurance identification card or policy and statement that minimum security will be continuously maintained required for issuance of registration. Investigation of violations.14-12cVerification of security coverage. Penalties for failure to have or continuously maintain required security or for presentation of fraudulent insurance identification card.14-12d and 14-12eNotice of voiding or suspension of registration or operator's license; reregistration or reinvestment; proof of financial responsibility. Presumption of failure to file insurer name and policy number; offset of suspension periods.14-12fProvisions inapplicable to certain vehicles.14-12gSuspension of motor vehicle registration for violation of mandatory security requirements. Suspension of motor vehicle operator's license. Consent agreements.14-12hMaintenance and compilation of record of all suspended registrations. Availability. Stop and detain procedures. Removal of plates. Seizure, impoundment and forfeiture of vehicle.14-12iRestoration fees. Reimbursement to entities returning confiscated registration number plates to the department.14-12jAgreements with qualified independent contractors to provide consulting and other services.14-12kRegulations.14-12lCollection of Social Security numbers and federal employer identification numbers. List of persons to whom motor vehicle registrations issued to be provided to Commissioner of Revenue Services.14-12m and 14-12nForfeiture of impounded motor vehicle; proceedings; proceeds from sale. Uninsured motor vehicle forfeiture revolving account.14-12oCourtesy registration when proof of ownership pending.14-12p14-12p14-12qVehicle identification card.14-12rInspection of vehicle identification number.14-12sAdministrative fee.14-12tRegulations.14-13Registration certificate and insurance identification card to be carried in vehicle.14-14Registration of motor vehicles owned by minors. Proof of financial responsibility.14-15Leasing or renting of motor vehicles. Electronic issuance or transfer of registration. Electronic renewal of registration.14-15aRegistration of vehicles leased or rented for use in Connecticut.14-15bMotor vehicle rental contracts. Required notice re collision damage waiver. Prohibited sales and advertising practice. Loss of use of a rental motor vehicle.14-15cRepossession of rented motor vehicles by rental companies.14-15dElectronic issuance of registration or certificate of title by electronic issuance licensee. Fee. Regulations.14-15eElectronic issuance license. Application and surety bonds. Refusal to issue or renew a license. Penalty.14-15fUse of department's electronic system for filing applications for issuance of registration or certificate of title.14-16Transfer of ownership. Designation of beneficiary. Fees. Penalties.14-16aInspection of older vehicles before or upon transfer of ownership. Historical or special interest fire apparatus. Antique, rare or special interest motor vehicles. Modified antique or composite motor vehicles.14-16bInspection of damaged vehicles.14-16cInsurance companies', persons', firms' or corporations' duties re totalled vehicles and certificates of title. Operation and inspection of totalled vehicles. Regulations.14-17Notice of change in appearance or equipment.14-17aNotice of change in registrant's address.14-17bNotice from United States Postal Service re change of address. Powers of commissioner.14-18Display of number plates and stickers. Issuance of sample number plates. Return of number plates to commissioner.14-19Registration of fire apparatus.14-19aRegulations re issuance of special number plates to members of qualifying organizations. Issuance and renewal of collegiate special number plates. Discontinuance of special number plates.14-19bIssuance and renewal of collegiate commemorative number plates. Fees. Establishment of account.14-20Number plates for antique, rare or special interest motor vehicles. Issuance of number plates corresponding to year of manufacture. Registration. Regulations.14-20aNumber plates for volunteer firefighters.14-20bNumber plates for veterans, members of the armed forces, members of the Hmong Laotian special guerilla units and eligible former reservists. Return and nonrenewal of number plates.14-20cNumber plates for immediate family of residents killed in action with armed forces.14-20dNumber plates for veterans and members of the armed forces to indicate service during a period of war. Return and nonrenewal of number plates.14-21Number plates for amateur radio licensees.14-21a“Foreign consul” registration and number plates.14-21bIssuance of reflectorized number plates. Display. Infraction.14-21cNumber plates for manufacturers of motor vehicles or automotive equipment.14-21dPrisoner of war and congressional medal of honor registration and number plate.14-21eNumber plates commemorating Long Island Sound. Voluntary lighthouse preservation donation. Fees. Voluntary habitat restoration donation. Regulations.14-21fKeep Kids Safe number plates. Fees. Regulations.14-21gKeep Kids Safe account.14-21hNumber plates for animal population control. Fees. Regulations.14-21iGreenways commemorative number plates. Fees. Greenways commemorative account. Regulations.14-21jAmistad commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations.14-21kAmistad commemorative account.14-21lOlympic Spirit commemorative number plates. Fees.14-21mOlympic Spirit commemorative account.14-21nState and municipal police officers killed in the line of duty memorial number plates. Fees.14-21oUnited We Stand commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations.14-21pUnited We Stand commemorative account.14-21qChildhood cancer awareness commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations.14-21rChildhood cancer awareness account.14-21sWildlife conservation commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations.14-21tWildlife conservation account.14-21uSupport Our Troops! commemorative number plates. Fees. Support Our Troops! account.14-21vSupport for nursing profession commemorative number plates. Fees. Nursing account.14-21wShare the Road commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations. Share the Road account. Use of image.14-21xMen's Health commemorative number plates. Fees. Regulations. Men's Health account.14-21yHartford Whalers commemorative number plates.14-21zSave Our Lakes commemorative number plates. Fees.14-21aaConnecticut Lakes, Rivers and Ponds Preservation account.14-21bbAquatic Invasive Species Stamp. Requirements for possessing stamp. Aquatic Invasive Species Decal. Exemptions.14-22Expiration and renewal.14-22a to 14-22e14-22a to 14-22e14-22fCancellation of motor vehicle registration in error or failure to maintain accurate record of registration. Remedies.14-23Refunds on registrations to persons in armed forces.14-24Heavy duty trailers. Heavy construction equipment. Gross weight of tractor-trailer units.14-25Registration not required for trailers used as parade floats.14-25aIdentifying registration certificate and marker for certain construction equipment.14-25bRegistration of vehicle as special mobile equipment or special mobile agriculture vehicle.14-25cRegistration of motor vehicle used as a student transportation vehicle. Distinctive marker plates.14-25dRegistration of DUKW or similar amphibious vehicle. Restrictions or prohibitions imposed by traffic authority.14-26Motor or service buses, taxicabs, school buses, motor vehicles in livery service and school buses used in part in livery service.14-27Number plates for public service motor vehicles.14-27aNumber plates for vanpool vehicle. Minimum insurance requirements.14-28Passenger motor vehicle plates for livery cars or taxicabs.14-29Owners of motor or service buses, taxicabs, school buses, school transportation vehicles and motor vehicles in livery service to furnish insurance or bond.14-29aRegistration of motor vehicles over ten years old as taxicabs prohibited.14-30Public service motor vehicles registered in another state.14-31Refund of registration fees for motor vehicles with commercial registration unfit for use.14-32Commercial motor vehicle in interstate business.14-33Renewal of registration denied for failure to pay motor vehicle property tax or fines for parking violations. Collection of delinquent property tax by commissioner. Issuance of temporary registrations by city, town, borough or other taxing district.14-33aNotice to commissioner of tax payment.14-34Reciprocity of registration.14-34aReciprocal agreements apportioning the registration of commercial vehicles.14-35Transporter's registration.14-35aRestrictions on owner of motor vehicle with suspended registration. Prohibitions on operation of motor vehicle by motor carrier. Penalties.14-36Motor vehicle operator's license.14-36aClassification of operators' licenses. Designations; endorsements. Penalty.14-36bRenewal.14-36cSpecification of class of license.14-36dAcquisition and installation of equipment. Renewal and duplication of license or card without personal appearance. Method for issuance, renewal or duplication of license, permit or card. Temporary license, permit or card. Procedures.14-36e(Formerly Sec. 10-24). Course in motor vehicle operation and highway safety.14-36f(Formerly Sec. 10-24d). Regulations concerning driver education programs.14-36gRestrictions on transportation of passengers and hours of operation of vehicle by holders of motor vehicle operator's licenses who are sixteen or seventeen years of age. Exceptions. Regulations. Penalties.14-36hContents and features of operator's license and identity card. Issuance to persons on active duty. Veteran status indicated.14-36iSeizure and forty-eight-hour suspension of operator's license of person who is sixteen or seventeen years of age for certain violations.14-36jCommissioner to amend regulations re content of safe driving instruction courses. Attendance by parent or guardian.14-36kConviction of person under age eighteen for operating motor vehicle without operator's license. Penalty.14-36lTransmission of registration information to the Selective Service System upon application by person under twenty-six years of age for issuance or renewal of license.14-36mIssuance of operators' licenses to applicants unable to establish legal presence in the United States and applicants without Social Security numbers.14-37Limited license on proof of financial responsibility by owner.14-37aSpecial operator's permit for purposes of employment, education or medically necessary treatment.14-37bApplicant without license from any state, United States territory or certain foreign countries. Requirements. Regulations.14-38Recall, suspension or revocation of minor operator's license.14-38aInstruction manual printed in Spanish.14-39Nonresident operators. Reciprocity concerning equipment, marking and inspection of vehicles.14-40Operation of motor vehicle owned by resident of foreign country.14-40aMotorcycle endorsement or motorcycle endorsement with three-wheeled restriction. Motorcycle instruction permit. Examination. Military waiver.14-40bLicense without examination.14-40cHearing upon denial or suspension of operator's license.14-41Expiration and renewal of operators' licenses and identity cards. Fees. Notice. Video presentation.14-41aRenewal of license for persons age sixty-five or over.14-41bValidity of operator's license held by member of the armed forces following separation from service.14-41cRenewal of operator's licenses and identity cards of incarcerated persons.14-42Application for or renewal of operator's license or identity card. Anatomical gift.14-42aAgreement with procurement organizations. Inclusion of information re procurement organizations in driver education programs.14-43Misrepresentation renders license void.14-44License endorsement for operators of commercial motor vehicles used for passenger transportation, school buses, student transportation vehicles, taxicabs, motor vehicles in livery service and motor or service buses. Requirements. Hearing. Appeal. Report re persons whose license or endorsement has been withdrawn, suspended or revoked. Penalty.14-44aCommercial driver's license required for operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Exceptions. Penalty.14-44bProhibition re more than one driver's license.14-44cApplication and qualifications for commercial driver's license or commercial learner's permit. Penalty.14-44dInformation on commercial driver's license. Classifications.14-44eLimitations on issuance of commercial driver's license. Qualification standards. Waiver of skills test. Requirements for license endorsement to operate vehicle transporting hazardous materials. Commercial learner's permit.14-44fPenalties for supplying false information to obtain commercial driver's license.14-44gDriving record information. Notification of commercial driver's license issuance. Expiration of license. License renewal procedures.14-44hExpiration and renewal of commercial drivers' licenses.14-44iFees for commercial driver's license and tests and commercial learner's permit. Waiver.14-44jNotification of convictions, suspensions, revocations and cancellations by holder of commercial driver's license. Information re previous employment. Penalty.14-44kDisqualification from operation of commercial motor vehicles. Disqualification offenses. Lifetime disqualification. Mitigation of lifetime disqualification.14-44lNotification of traffic convictions.14-44mAuthority to enter into agreements with other jurisdictions.14-44nNotification of violation to licensing authority of another state.14-44oTransition requirements re motor vehicle operator's licenses and commercial driver's licenses.14-44pValidity of certain commercial driver's instruction permits.14-45Change of address notice by holder of operator's license or identity card. IV-D support cases. Penalty.14-45aRegulations re standards for licensing of persons with health problems, referrals to medical advisory board, vision standards. Vision screenings or examinations. Issuance of operator's license to person who wears eyeglasses with bioptic lenses.14-46Report re persons with chronic health or vision problems.14-46aMotor Vehicle Operator's License Medical Advisory Board: Definitions.14-46bEstablishment of board. Membership. Compensation. Executive session.14-46cResponsibilities of board; recommendations.14-46dConfidential use of reports or records. Testimony re reports or records.14-46eRecommendations of board to be advisory. Operation of motor vehicle on limited basis. Failure to comply with request of commissioner or board.14-46fImmunity from civil liability.14-46gRight of appeal.14-47Fees for registering motor vehicles eligible for commercial registration and tractors.14-48Fees for registering commercial tractor and semitrailer as a unit or separately.14-48aRegistration of commercial truck-tractor.14-48bRegistration fee of semitrailer drawn by truck-tractor.14-48cRegistration of commercial motor vehicle engaged in seasonal operations.14-48dRegistration of leased motor vehicle. Regulations.14-49Fees for miscellaneous registration and other fees.14-49aFee for registration for six months or less.14-49b*(See end of section for amended version of subsection (b) and effective date.) Federal Clean Air Act fee. Passport to the Parks Fee.14-50Fees for operator's license renewal, passenger endorsement, operator's examination, collection cost and returned check or rejected payment. Waiver of fees.14-50aFees for copies, abstracts, duplicates, replacements and searches. Restriction on use of information. Penalty.14-50bFee for restoration of operator's license, identity card or registration. School bus seat belt account.14-51Definitions.14-51aCivil penalties.14-51bLimited repairer's license.14-52New car dealer's, used car dealer's and repairer's licenses. Surety bonds. Penalty.14-52aGrounds for refusal to grant or renew a dealer or repairer license.14-52bSurrender of new car dealer license in event of cancellation, termination or failure to renew franchise by manufacturer. Manufacturer to operate as a dealer on a temporary basis. Issuance of used car dealer's license to entity owned or controlled by a manufacturer. Extension of temporary license.14-53Location of business to be approved.14-53aNew car dealers to deliver written statement re Magnuson-Moss Warranty act to purchaser of new motor vehicle.14-54Location to be approved by local authorities.14-55Hearing.14-56Commissioner to decide if requested by local authority.14-57Appeal.14-58Application. General registration of motor vehicles. Documents to be issued to drivers. Photostatic copies of registration certificate as proof of ownership. Return of void number plates. Penalty.14-59Special dealers' plates for trucks or other vehicles with commercial registration.14-60Use of dealers' and repairers' plates.14-61Issuance of temporary transfer of registration by dealer. Fee. Return of number plates and registration applications by dealer.14-61aDealer to file application for permanent registration and certificate of title by electronic transmission.14-61bDealer and repairer records, documents and forms maintained in electronic format. Production in written format. Penalty.14-62Order and invoice on sale of motor vehicle; information required. Dealer preparation charge. Conveyance or processing fee. Certificate of title on sale of used motor vehicle or sale of motor vehicle at auction. Safety inspection of used motor vehicle. Delivery after sale of used motor vehicle.14-62aAdvertisements of prices of motor vehicles. Penalty.14-62bSale of used motor vehicle parts.14-62cFee on dealer for processing trade-in.14-63Regulations. Customer complaints. Stipulation by licensees.14-64Suspension and revocation of licenses. Civil penalties. Restitution orders.14-65Auction permit. Exception. Regulations. Penalties. Right to void purchase at wholesale dealer auction.14-65aExemption of dealers in certain trailers. Authorized transactions of marine dealers.14-65b14-65b14-65c and 14-65d14-65c and 14-65d14-65eMotor vehicle repairs: Definitions.14-65f(Formerly Sec. 14-65b). Motor vehicle repairs, written or oral authorizations and written acknowledgments. Estimates. Claims. Penalty.14-65gWaiver of estimates. Record of authorizations and of required information. Estimate of charges for diagnosis. Penalty.14-65h(Formerly Sec. 14-65c). Invoice requirements for motor vehicle repair work. Return of replaced parts. Penalty.14-65i(Formerly Sec. 14-65d). Signs required to be posted in motor vehicle repair shops. Penalty.14-65jFalse statements. Charges for repairs not performed. Completion of repairs. Penalty.14-65kInvestigations. Subpoenas. Injunctions.14-65lMotor vehicle repairs: Notice included in appraisal or estimate.14-65mMotor vehicle repair shop participating in motor vehicle repair program established by an insurer. Written acknowledgment required.14-65nNotice re motor vehicle repaired or worked upon is subject to an open recall.14-66Wreckers. Towing and transporting. Distinguishing number plates. Penalties.14-66aRegulations.14-66bOperators of wrecker services to maintain records.14-66cSale or disposal of motorized personal property. Penalty.14-67Qualifications of licensee; bond; fees. Solicitation of service contracts.14-67aApplication for license. Requirements. Renewal.14-67bManufacturer's obligations re warranty.14-67cSuspension or revocation of manufacturer's license. Civil penalty.14-67dManufacturer's registrations. Fees. Financial responsibility.14-67e and 14-67f14-67e and 14-67f14-67g(Formerly Sec. 21-15). Definitions.14-67h“Major component parts” defined.14-67i(Formerly Sec. 21-16). Certificate of approval of location required. Exemption.14-67jIntermediate processors. Permit and license required. License required to transport vehicles or parts processed by intermediate processors. Records of vehicles or parts received, dismantled or sold. Inspection. Regulations.14-67k(Formerly Sec. 21-17). Hearing on application. Fee.14-67l(Formerly Sec. 21-18). License, fees and surety bond. General registration of motor vehicles. Documents to be issued to drivers of such motor vehicles. Compliance with environmental statutes and regulations.14-67m(Formerly Sec. 21-18a). Record of vehicles, major component parts or catalytic converters received, dismantled or sold. Inspection of records, vehicles, parts and premises. Receipt of certificate of title. Penalty.14-67n(Formerly Sec. 21-19). Use of general registration restricted. Number plates for motor vehicles being towed. Fees.14-67o(Formerly Sec. 21-20). Revocation of license upon sale or transfer of business.14-67p(Formerly Sec. 21-21). Suspension or revocation for violation.14-67q(Formerly Sec. 21-22). Commissioner may impose conditions concerning establishment and maintenance of yards.14-67r(Formerly Sec. 21-22a). Fencing.14-67s(Formerly Sec. 21-23). Ordinances creating restricted districts.14-67t(Formerly Sec. 21-24). Publication of ordinances.14-67u(Formerly Sec. 21-25). Appeal.14-67v(Formerly Sec. 21-26). Penalty. Injunction to restrain violation.14-67w(Formerly Sec. 21-26a). Scrap metal processors exempted. Receipt of motor vehicles. Required information. Inspection of premises and records. Retention of records. Regulations.14-68Definitions.14-69License to conduct a drivers' school. Penalty.14-70Grounds for denial of application.14-71Schedule of rates to be filed.14-72Suspension, revocation or refusal to renew school license.14-73Instructor's license. Master instructor's license. Regulations.14-74Suspension, revocation or refusal to renew instructor's license or master instructor's license.14-75Revocation or suspension of license after renewal.14-76Hearing for reinstatement or renewal. Appeal.14-77Records of licensee.14-78Regulations for conduct of drivers' schools and instructor license requirements. Limited license.14-79Penalty. Suspension, revocation or withdrawal of instructor's license or master instructor's license if imminent threat to public safety or welfare exists.14-80Mechanical equipment.14-80aMaximum noise levels. Regulations.14-80bBall joints and tie rod ends. Prohibition on certain installations and attachments to.14-80c to 14-80g14-80c to 14-80g14-80hBrake equipment of motor vehicles. Compression brake device to be equipped with muffler. Penalties.14-80iBrake equipment and handlebars of motorcycles.14-81Brake equipment of trailers.14-81aHydraulic brake fluid.14-81bRestrictions on used brake drums and brake discs.14-82Free-wheeling devices.14-83 to 14-96Head and rear lights; spotlights; color of lights; reflectors; turn signals; minimum standards; single-beam, multibeam and alternate road-lighting equipment; number of driving lamps; flashing lights; emergency lighting equipment; etc.14-96aLighted lamps and illuminating devices required, when.14-96bHead lamps.14-96cTail lamps. Illumination of rear registration plate.14-96dReflectors.14-96eStop lamps. Turn signals.14-96fSpecial requirements for buses, trucks, trailers, truck tractors.14-96gColors of lamps and reflectors. Reflective sheeting on certain vehicles.14-96hMounting of reflectors and clearance lamps.14-96iVisibility of reflectors and clearance, identification and side marker lamps.14-96jVehicles operated in combination.14-96kProjecting loads. Carrying of animals.14-96lSufficiency of head and rear lights. Parked vehicles.14-96mFarm tractors and equipment.14-96nGeneral lighting requirements.14-96oSpot lamps. Fog lamps. Auxiliary passing lamps. Auxiliary driving lamps.14-96pColor of lights. Flashing lights. Intensity of lights.14-96qPermits for colored or flashing lights. Exceptions. Fee.14-96rColor of stop lamps. Turn signal lamps.14-96sFender, backup and identification lamps. Penalties.14-96tMultiple-beam road-lighting equipment.14-96uUse of multiple-beam road-lighting equipment.14-96v and 14-96wSingle-beam road-lighting equipment. Distance forward lights to illuminate.14-96xHead lamp of motorcycle.14-96yNumber of head lamps. Number in combination with other lamps.14-96zIntensity of certain lamps. Location of red light.14-96aaStandards and specifications for lamps for snow-removal and highway maintenance equipment.14-96bbOperation of motor vehicles without required lighting devices.14-96ccRegulation of hazardous lighting equipment.14-97Defrosting devices on school buses and motor vehicles used to transport passengers for hire.14-97aEmergency lighting or reflecting devices on motor vehicles used to transport passengers for hire and motor vehicles with commercial registration.14-97bLift equipment on motor buses.14-98Tires.14-98aTires to be in safe operating condition.14-99Mirror. Motor vehicles with commercial registration to allow others to pass.14-99a to 14-99e14-99a to 14-99e14-99fWindshield. Obstruction of view.14-99gDefinitions. Tinted or reflectorized windows. Obstruction of view prohibited. Exceptions. Sale or delivery of motor vehicles having tinted or reflectorized windows prohibited. Stickers required. Penalty. Window tinting businesses. Regulations.14-99hEtching of vehicle identification numbers. Marking of component parts. Penalty. Regulations.14-100Safety glass. Use of plastics.14-100aSeat safety belts. Child restraint systems. Wheelchair transportation devices.14-100bAir pollution control devices required on certain passenger motor vehicles.14-100c14-100c14-101Turn signals.14-102View in and exits from motor vehicles used to transport passengers for hire.14-102aInspection of student transportation vehicles.14-103Inspection of motor vehicles.14-103aInspection of altered, composite, grey-market and salvage vehicles and vehicles made by unlicensed manufacturers.14-103bHigh-mileage vehicles, regulations re safety and performance standards.14-103cVehicles using liquid propane gas as fuel.14-103dVehicles using any pressurized gas as fuel. Regulations. Class C misdemeanor.14-104Fenders and other wheel protectors.14-105Television screens or similar devices prohibited. Exceptions.14-106Air conditioning equipment.14-106aTamper-resistant odometer required. Mileage reading required on registration application.14-106bProperly functioning odometer required. Tampering with odometer prohibited.14-106cHeaderboards required on commercial van-type motor vehicles.14-106dSale, offer for sale, manufacture, importation or installation of counterfeit or nonfunctional air bag prohibited. Unfair or deceptive trade practice. Penalty.14-107Liability of owner, operator, lessee.14-108Report of accidents.14-108aUniform investigation of accident report. Requirements and policy for identifying and notifying person's family or household member of motor vehicle accident in which person was killed.14-108b, 14-108c and 14-109Statistical information based on reports. Report of accident involving unlicensed operator under instruction. Coroner to investigate fatal motor vehicle accidents.14-110Oaths and subpoenas. False statements or reports.14-111Suspension or revocation of registration, license or right to operate.14-111aPossession of alcoholic liquors in motor vehicles by underage persons.14-111bSuspension of operator's license following conviction for speeding.14-111c and 14-111dDriver License Compact. Definitions applicable to Driver License Compact; comparable convictions to be reported; report of suspension or revocation action to department.14-111eSuspension or delay in issuance of operator's license for person under twenty-one years of age convicted of certain violations.14-111fSuspension of operator's license for possession of counterfeit or altered license.14-111gOperator's retraining program.14-111hDefinitions applicable to driver license agreement.14-111iEntry into driver license agreement. Regulations.14-111jFindings and declarations re driver license agreement.14-111kApplication for a motor vehicle operator's license from applicants in other member jurisdictions.14-111lDriver control record. Record of convictions and administrative actions.14-111mNotice of failure to comply with a citation.14-111nReports of comparable convictions. Suspension of operator's license.14-111oForm and use in evidence of records received from other member jurisdictions. Electronic transmission.14-111pValidity of reports or records received from members of the Driver License Compact.14-111qHearing.14-112Proof of financial responsibility.14-112aOnline Insurance Verification System.14-113 to 14-115Financial responsibility of motor vehicle owners and operators required after accident; definitions. Administration by Motor Vehicle Commissioner; hearings; appeals. Abstract of operating record.14-115aRequest for document from motor vehicle record.14-116 to 14-128Accident reports. Determination of amount of security; suspension of license and registration; exceptions; liability policy or bond. Release in behalf of minor. Exceptions. Duration of suspension. Unlicensed or nonresident operators; reciprocity. Amount of security, reduction. Custody, use and return of deposits. Evidence inadmissible in damage actions. Suspension pending disposition of judgment. Transfer of registration or ownership during suspension. Return of license or registration to commissioner. Governmental and public service vehicles exempt.14-129Self-insurance.14-13014-13014-131 to 14-133Discharge in bankruptcy not to release judgment debtor. Relief under other statutes. Penalties.14-134Appeals from commissioner.14-135Attorney General to act when commissioner is disqualified.14-136First complaint.14-137Authority to make regulations and certify or limit the use of devices and equipment.14-137aPoint system for motor vehicle violations.14-138State police to assist.14-139Conviction to be endorsed on license.14-140Release on own recognizance. Report of failure to appear, comply with remote events and deadlines or pay fine or fee, surcharge or cost. Reciprocal agreements. Opening of judgment.14-140aAutomobile club bail bond certificates, when acceptable as bail.14-141Courts to report convictions and other dispositions to commissioner.14-142Proceedings against negligent court clerk.14-143Expenses in unsuccessful prosecutions by state police.14-144No fees for arrests for motor vehicle violations.14-145Towing or removal of motor vehicle from private property. Use of a wheel-locking device. Regulations. Prohibition re issuance of parking citation. Exemption. Penalty.14-145aTowing, removal or use of wheel-locking device prohibited except upon express instruction of property owner or lessee or for repossession. Rebate prohibited.14-145bStorage and release of motor vehicles that have been towed or rendered immovable.14-145cLiability of property owner, lessee or lending institution for improper towing or removal of motor vehicle or use of a wheel-locking device.14-145dNotification to chief of police required prior to use of wheel-locking device.14-146Objects not to be thrown at motor vehicles.14-147Improper use of number plate or marker, registration or license. Penalty.14-147aTheft or illegal possession of number plate or sticker.14-148Abandoned markers.14-149Mutilated or removed vehicle identification, factory or engine number. Discovery of vehicle reported as stolen or of vehicle or major component part with mutilated or missing identification, engine or factory number. Disposition of vehicle or part held in custody. Penalty. Fee.14-149aOwnership or operation of a chop shop. Penalty.14-150Abandoned or unregistered motor vehicles and motor vehicles which are a menace to traffic. Notice. Removal. Storage. Hearing. Lien. Affidavit of compliance. Sale. Regulations re title to abandoned motor vehicles and re disposal of motor homes or recreational vehicles abandoned at campgrounds.14-150aRemoval of abandoned motor vehicles by municipalities. Notice.14-150bMunicipal Abandoned Vehicle Trust Fund.14-151State marshals and constables to enforce law concerning abandoned motor vehicles.14-151aReport by owner or person in lawful possession of theft of motor vehicle. Regulations re uniform procedure. Report as condition precedent to settling insurance claim.14-152Report by law enforcement agencies of theft or recovery of motor vehicle.14-153Renting of motor vehicles.14-153aExemption. Penalty.14-153bProof of credit.14-154Liability of owner for damage caused by rented or leased car.14-154aLiability of owner for damage caused by rented or leased motor vehicle. Exceptions.14-155Fines and forfeitures to be paid to commissioner.14-156Receipts of Department of Motor Vehicles to be credited to Special Transportation Fund.14-156aPayment of State Police Department expenditures from Highway Fund.14-15714-15714-158Fines and forfeitures paid to commissioner to be receipts of General Fund.14-159Refund of money paid to commissioner.14-160Reservation of marker plate numbers. Additional fee for low numbers.14-161Impersonation of inspector or agent.14-162Ordinances.14-163Commissioner to provide lists of motor vehicle and snowmobile owners to town assessors. Disclosure by assessor or tax collector prohibited.14-163aDriving on ice.14-163bMotor vehicles formerly used as ambulances.14-163cMotor carrier safety regulations for intrastate or interstate commerce. Variations or exemptions. Enforcement powers of police officers and motor vehicle inspectors.14-163dVehicles in intrastate or interstate commerce. Evidence of security requirements or insurance. Suspension of registration.14-163ePeriodic inspection of certain vehicles or combinations.14-163fEligibility for commercial motor vehicle services contracts with state or municipalities.14-163gTransportation of hazardous materials. Applicable federal regulations. Enforcement powers of motor vehicle inspectors and police officers.14-164General penalty.14-164a(Formerly Sec. 29-143). Motor vehicle racing.