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257.219 – Refusal of registration, transfer of registration, certificate of title, or salvage certificate of title; grounds; temporary registration plate | Michigan Law

Michigan Vehicle Code section 257.219 details grounds for refusing vehicle registration, transfer, or titles, including fraud, stolen vehicles, and license suspensions.

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257.219 – Refusal of registration, transfer of registration, certificate of title, or salvage certificate of title; grounds; temporary registration plate

Michigan Vehicle Code § 257.219

Summary

Michigan law section 257.219 outlines the grounds on which the Secretary of State can refuse to issue or transfer vehicle registration or titles. Reasons include false information, suspicion of stolen vehicles, suspended licenses, unpaid fees, or missing compliance certificates. The law also covers temporary registration plates and their issuance conditions.

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In simple terms: Michigan Vehicle Code section 257.219 details grounds for refusing vehicle registration, transfer, or titles, including fraud, stolen vehicles, and license suspensions.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.