Delaware § 5209 - Average consumption.
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§ 5209. Average consumption.
In the absence of adequate records or other evidence satisfactory to the Department of Transportation showing the number of miles operated by a motor carrier’s motor vehicles per gallon of motor fuel, any such motor vehicle shall be deemed to have consumed 1 gallon of motor fuel for each 5 miles operated.
30 Del. C. 1953, § 5209; 57 Del. Laws, c. 496, § 1; 58 Del. Laws, c. 467, § 2; 59 Del. Laws, c. 216, § 4; 68 Del. Laws, c. 290, § 184;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 5209
What does Delaware Code § 5209 cover?
Section 5209 ("Average consumption.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Delaware § 5209?
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Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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