Section 571.38.11. Registration applied for card.

       38.11(1) Procedure for registration applied for card—content. The following information shall be furnished, required and stated on the registration applied for card (DNR Form 542-0538):

        a.           Name and address of dealer.

        b.           Make and model of vessel.

        c.           Hull identification (or serial) number of vessel.

        d.           Present registration number (if any).

        e.           Date of purchase.

        f.            Name and address of purchaser.

The above information shall be legibly printed on the card by the dealer selling the vessel.

       38.11(2) Use. The registration applied for card may be used only after an application for registration has been made to the county recorder. Placing a completed application for registration and required fee in the mail to the recorder shall constitute making an application.

       38.11(3) Placement on vessel. The registration applied for card shall be placed on the forward half of the vessel in a position so as to be clearly visible at all times and shall be maintained in a legible manner.

       38.11(4) Proof of purchase. The operator of any vessel displaying a registration applied for card shall carry and display upon request of any peace officer a valid bill of sale for said vessel.

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section 462A.49.