28-4844

28-4844. Affidavit; stolen vehicle; suspension
of registration

A. When the owner of a motor vehicle, trailer or semitrailer that is stolen or
embezzled files an affidavit with the department alleging the vehicle is stolen or
embezzled, the department shall immediately suspend registration of the vehicle and shall
not transfer the registration or reregister the vehicle until it is notified that the
owner has recovered the vehicle.

B. The affidavit is effective only during the current registration year in which
given, but if during that year the vehicle is not recovered, the owner may file a new
affidavit with like effect for the ensuing year.

C. An owner who has filed an affidavit of theft or embezzlement shall immediately
notify the department of the recovery of the vehicle.