NY State — NY Vehicle and Traffic Law

§ 212 — Transfer of records and property

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What is NY VTL § 212?

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This section mandates the transfer of all books, papers, and records from the bureau of motor vehicles in the department of taxation and finance to the department of motor vehicles. The commissioner is responsible for taking possession of these records. Applies to the management of motor vehicle records within the state.

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§ 212 Transfer of records and property

VTL § 212

All books, papers and records of the bureau of motor vehicles in the department of taxation and finance shall be transmitted to the department of motor vehicles and the commissioner shall take possession thereof.

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