Section 571.46.26. Special registration certificates for manufacturers, distributors, and dealers.

       46.26(1) A manufacturer, distributor, or dealer owning an all-terrain vehicle required to be registered under Iowa Code chapter 321I and this chapter may operate the unregistered all-terrain vehicle for purposes of transporting, testing, demonstrating, or selling it if both of the following requirements are met:

        a.           The manufacturer, distributor, or dealer obtains from the department a special registration certificate containing a general identification number in accordance with Iowa Code section 321I.22. An application for a special registration certificate shall be submitted on DNR Form 542-0846; and

        b.           The manufacturer, distributor, or dealer has the assigned identification number printed upon or attached to a removable sign which is temporarily but firmly attached to the all-terrain vehicle being used.

       46.26(2) If a manufacturer, distributor, or dealer has an established place of business in more than one location, the manufacturer, distributor, or dealer shall obtain from the department a separate and distinct special registration certificate and general identification number for each place of business.

       46.26(3) Duplicate special registration certificates may be obtained pursuant to the conditions set forth in Iowa Code section 321I.22.

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