Pennsylvania law § 1375 authorizes the suspension of vehicle registration if a vehicle is operated as a common or contract carrier without proper approval from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission or the Philadelphia Parking Authority. The law also provides procedures for rescinding such suspensions if the vehicle owner petitions and the commission does not object. Key provisions include the conditions for suspension and the process for reinstatement.
A vehicle's registration can be suspended if it is operated as a common or contract carrier without approval from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission or the Philadelphia Parking Authority, following a formal determination.
The owner can petition the department for rescission of the suspension, provided they submit a certificate from the Public Utility Commission indicating no objection to the rescission.
The suspension must be based on a certificate or notice from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission or Philadelphia Parking Authority, following a hearing and investigation, and either no appeal was filed or the appeal was affirmed.
Yes, the vehicle owner can appeal the determination within the legal time frame, and if the appeal is denied or affirmed, the suspension remains in effect until rescinded.