Ohio § 4503.30

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 4503.30, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4503.30.

(A) Any license plates issued by the registrar of motor vehicles and bearing the distinctive

number assigned to a manufacturer, dealer, or distributor pursuant to section 4503.27 of the Revised Code may be displayed on any motor vehicle, other than commercial cars, or on any motorized

bicycle owned by the manufacturer, dealer, or distributor, or lawfully in the possession

or control of the manufacturer, or the agent or employee of the manufacturer, the

dealer, or the agent or employee of the dealer, the distributor, or the agent or employee

of the distributor.  Such license plates shall be displayed on no other motor vehicle or motorized bicycle. (B)(1) A license plate issued to a dealer under section 4503.27 of the Revised Code may be displayed on a motor vehicle, other than a commercial car, owned by a dealer

when the vehicle is in transit from a dealer to a purchaser, when the vehicle is being

demonstrated for sale or lease, or when the vehicle otherwise is being utilized by

the dealer. (2) A vehicle bearing a license plate issued to a dealer under section 4503.27 of the Revised Code may be operated by the dealer, an agent or employee of the dealer, a prospective

purchaser, or a third party operating the vehicle with the permission of the dealer. (C) A license plate issued to a manufacturer, dealer, or distributor pursuant to section 4503.27 of the Revised Code may be displayed on commercial cars only when the cars are in transit from a manufacturer

to a dealer, from a distributor to a dealer or distributor, or from a dealer to a

purchaser, or when the cars are being demonstrated for sale or lease.  Such a license plate shall not be displayed when the cars are being used for delivery,

hauling, transporting, or other commercial purpose. (D) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the third degree.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 4503.30

What does Ohio Revised Code § 4503.30 cover?

Section 4503.30 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 4503.30?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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How does Ohio § 4503.30 apply to my situation?

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