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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".03" citation="COMAR 11.19.03.03" title_num="11" subtitle_num="19" chapter_num="03" heading="Certification.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>A manufacturer, distributor, or dealer of Type II school vehicles that are to be sold or distributed in this State shall certify to the Administration that all vehicles they sell or distribute are in full compliance with the provisions of this chapter. The certification shall be:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>In a form prescribed by the Administration;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Filed annually; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Filed before the introduction of a new model.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Supplemental certifications are required before new models are introduced during the current model year.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Metal Certification Plate.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>A stamped or embossed metal plate certifying that body construction is in compliance with the provisions of this chapter shall be posted by the body manufacturer in the area above the driver's seating position.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>The metal certification plate shall be visible and, at a minimum, shall contain the body model number followed by “MD” and the manufacturer's name.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>A tamper-proof, self-adhesive label with a clear surface that will not be damaged by moisture or cleaning solvents may be used in place of the metal plate. Upon return of the damaged or unreadable label, the manufacturer shall supply a new label to the owner.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>