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Motor Vehicle and Safe Driving Act of 2000

Vehicle Registration and Inspection Provisions

  • Provided that all motor vehicles and trailers owned by the Federal and District governments, and the Washington Metropolitan Authority, are subject to inspection and will be charged an inspection fee.
  • Authorized the Mayor to charge federal agencies for the registration of vehicles.
  • Provided that the Director may collect payment for inspection at time of inspection.
  • Established a penalty for a late inspection.
  • Clarified that only those drivers domiciled in the District of Columbia may register their vehicles.
  • Provided penalties for failure to register under International Registration Plan Agreement.