Current through September 2, 2024
Section 39.02.60.154 - PROVISIONS FOR WRECKER PLATES01.Purpose. Wrecker plates are for the exclusive use of businesses engaged in the towing of a wrecked, abandoned, salvaged, or disabled motorized vehicle. Plates will not be used on vehicles being repossessed.02.Numbering of Plates. Plates will be numbered as determined by the department and will display the abbreviation "WRKR" vertically on the left hand side of the plate.03.Renewal of Plates. The wrecker registration and plate are valid for one (1) year from January 1 through December 31 and may be renewed by use of a registration sticker showing the year of validation.04.Use of Plates. Plates are not to be displayed on the towing power unit vehicle nor are they to be used on a vehicle not being towed. Plates are to be displayed on the rear of the towed vehicle in such a manner as to be visible to vehicles approaching from the rear. Wrecker plates may be moved from one (1) towed motorized vehicle to another vehicle under the direct lawful control of the registration holder.05.Possession of Registration. When towing a motorized vehicle displaying a wrecker plate, the operator of the towing vehicle will carry the wrecker plate registration in the towing vehicle.06.Acquisition/Renewal of Wrecker Plates. Wrecker plates will be issued and renewed through the department by mail or by fax using an application and renewal process determined by the department.Idaho Admin. Code r. 39.02.60.154