The owner of any vehicle or equipment as defined by subdivision 32-9-3(7) shall, prior to the calendar year in which it is to be operated, file an application for a license with the department. The application shall be on a form prescribed and furnished by the department and shall provide the department with the information necessary to implement this section. The fee shall be twenty-five dollars and shall be apportioned on a monthly basis.
SDCL 32-9-3.3