Sec. 11.15.12.05. Multiyear Registration

A. Fleet vehicles are eligible for a multiyear registration period.

(1) Except as provided in §§A(2) and (3) of this regulation, the owner of a fleet vehicle may renew a fleet vehicle registration for a period of 2, 3 or 4 years.

(2) The following classes of fleet vehicle registrations may be renewed for a period of 1, 2, or 3 years:

(a) Class E, trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds to 54,000 pounds; and

(b) Class F, tractors with a gross vehicle weight of up to 54,000 pounds.

(3) The following classes of fleet vehicle registrations shall be renewed annually:

(a) Class E, trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 55,000 pounds or more;

(b) Class F, tractors with a gross vehicle weight of 55,000 pounds or more;

(c) Class J, van pool;

(d) Class P, passenger buses; and

(e) Class T, tow trucks.

B. The annual registration fees are as set forth in Transportation Article, Title 13, Annotated Code of Maryland.

C. Whenever a prorated fee is assessed, the amount shall be calculated by dividing the annual registration fee by the number of months for which the issuance or renewal is made.

D. If a vehicle issued a multiyear fleet registration is sold or traded:

(1) The registration plates shall be:

(a) Removed from the vehicle and returned to the Administration for cancellation; or

(b) Transferred to another vehicle as provided in Transportation Article, §13-502.1, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(2) A refund shall be issued as provided in Transportation Article, §13-413, Annotated Code of Maryland.