VTL § 306-e, Fictitious Inspection Certificate

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Vehicle & Traffic Law § 306(e), Fictitious Inspection Certificate

Under VTL § 306(e), it is a misdemeanor to make, issue, or knowingly use any imitation or counterfeit of an official certificate of inspection; to possess or display (or cause or permit to be displayed) upon any motor vehicle any certificate of inspection knowing the same to be fictitious or issued without an inspection or required repairs having been made; to unlawfully mutilate a valid certificate of inspection or rejection; to knowingly issue, obtain, or present a false statement in connection with a waiver authorized by Article 5; or to unlawfully remove such a certificate from a motor vehicle. The provision also applies to temporary indicia of inspection. The NY DMV oversees inspection requirements.

What are the penalties?

• Fine and jail: Per the Vehicle & Traffic Law Manual for Local Courts (Magill 2024), this is a misdemeanor. First offense: $0–$300 fine, 0–30 days in jail; second and third offenses within 18 months carry higher penalties.
• Points: 0 points.
• Surcharge: $88 or $93 surcharge applies.

VTL § 306(e) Statute

Any person who shall make, issue or knowingly use any imitation or counterfeit of an official certificate of inspection, or who shall possess or display or cause or permit to be displayed upon any motor vehicle any certificate of inspection knowing the same to be fictitious or issued without an inspection or required repairs having been made, or, who unlawfully mutilates a valid certificate of inspection or rejection, or who shall knowingly issue, obtain or present a false statement in connection with a waiver authorized by this article, or who unlawfully removes such a certificate from a motor vehicle, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. The provisions of this subdivision shall also apply to any temporary indicia of inspection provided for by regulation of the commissioner.

Source: NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law § 306(e) (nysenate.gov)

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If you were charged with a VTL § 306(e) violation, the Benjamin Goldman Law Office can advise you. We can help with traffic and vehicle inspection matters across New York. Contact us for a complimentary consultation via our contact page.

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