Carriers operating a commercial vehicle on New York public highways are subject to the New York Highway Use Tax Law.
This law requires that vehicles have a Highway Use Tax (HUT) decal indicating compliance with the law. Failing to have this decal creates a presumption that the vehicle is not in compliance.
Penalties for Violating Section 1815
Section 1815 is punishable as follows:
- First conviction: Fine between $100 and $250.
- Second and subsequent convictions: Fine between $250 and $500, or jail for up to 10 days.
Other Ways a Driver May Violate Section 1815
A driver may also be deemed to violate Section 1815 if they:
- Operate a vehicle with a decal that has been suspended or revoked, or if the decal was issued for a vehicle other than the one to which it is affixed.
- Operate a vehicle with an actual gross weight or unloaded weight above that listed on the HUT certificate.
- Fail to deliver or surrender the certificate of registration or decal.
- Fail to keep required records of operation.
For more information, read the official NYS Tax Department HUT Enforcement Provisions.
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