California · Revenue and Taxation Code - RTC

RTC §9256: Before registering any motor vehicle, the Department of Motor Vehicles shall ascertain from the applicant for registration whether or not the motor vehicle sought to be registered is propelled by a fu

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Before registering any motor vehicle, the Department of Motor Vehicles shall ascertain from the applicant for registration whether or not the motor vehicle sought to be registered is propelled by a fuel the use of which is subject to the excise tax imposed under this part. If the motor vehicle is propelled by the use of such a fuel, the department shall notify the board.

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