# Transportation (GTR)

## Title 23. Vehicle Laws -- Inspection of Used Vehicles and Warnings for Defective Equipment

### Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions

#### Section 23-103.1

(a) An applicant for an inspection mechanic license shall submit to the Division:

  (1) An application in the manner and format designated by the Division; and

  (2) A nonrefundable application fee of $15 to take the examination.

(b)

  (1)

    (i) The Division shall:

      (1) Administer an examination to each inspection mechanic applicant; and

      (2) If the Division determines the applicant is qualified, license the inspection mechanic applicant to conduct vehicle inspections.

    (ii) The examination shall include a written test and a practical test.

  (2) The Division may not require an individual authorized to conduct vehicle inspections in the State under Sec.Sec. 10-14A-03 and 10-14B-03 of the State Government Article to conduct an examination.

(c) The Division may establish standards by regulation for the testing, qualifying, and licensing of inspection station mechanics.

(d) The Division may:

  (1) For cause, require a reexamination of a licensed inspection mechanic for qualification to continue or resume conducting vehicle inspections;

  (2) For cause, suspend or revoke the mechanic's license; or

  (3) On suspension or revocation of the mechanic's license, rescind the authorization to conduct vehicle inspections in accordance with this title.

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Md. Code Ann., Transp. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)