Texas Parks & Wildlife Department sells the Texas OHV decal. You can obtain an OHV decal by calling 512-389-8917 or by visiting one of the locations which are reselling the OHV decal. A list of locations where the OHV decal can be purchased can be found on the OHV "Where to Buy" web page.
The wallet card included with each decal can serve as proof you purchased a decal. This card includes the decal number and the expiration date. Or you can purchase another OHV decal to replace lost or destroyed OHV decal.
e., TMTC’s Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area.
Possession of a Texas OHV decal does not allow legal OHV access to public lands where legal access does not currently exist.
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Unique vehicles include off-highway vehicles, Golf Carts, and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). Off-highway vehicles include All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs), Utility Vehicles (UTVs), and Sand Rails. The unique vehicles in each tab below have different types of operation. Click on each tab to find more information about these vehicles and the different types of operation.
The TxDMV is required to title off-highway vehicles (ATVs, ROVs, UTVs, and Sand Rails), but these vehicles are not eligible for registration.
Off-highway vehicles are eligible to receive an Off-Highway Vehicle license plate, which may be obtained from your county tax assessor-collector’s office. For Driver License requirements to operate any of these vehicles, contact the Texas Department of Public Safety. A Texas Use Tax will apply to vehicles purchased in other states. Find details on paying use tax visit the Texas Comptroller website..
An All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) is a motor vehicle that:
A Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV) is a motor vehicle that:
A Utility Vehicle (UTV) is a motor vehicle that:
A Sand Rail is a motor vehicle that:
An off-highway vehicle operated on public off-highway vehicle land must have:
ATVs, ROVs, UTVs and Sand Rails with an Off-Highway Vehicle license plate may be operated on roads in the following situations:
Additionally, cities and certain counties may authorize operation of ATVs, ROVs, UTVs, and Sand Rails on roads within the boundaries of the city or within unincorporated areas of certain counties. The ATV, ROV, UTV and Sand Rail must display an Off-Highway Vehicle license plate when operated on roads authorized by the city or county. Operation may be authorized only on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less.
If operated on the roads at a speed of 25 mph or less, an ATV, ROV, UTV and Sand Rail is required to display a slow-moving vehicle emblem.
ATVs, ROVs, UTVs and Sand Rails may be operated on roads without the issuance of a license plate if the vehicle is:
*ATVs, ROVs, UTVs and Sand Rails operated on a road without an Off-Highway Vehicle license plate require a triangular orange flag (slow moving emblem) mounted to the back of the vehicle at least six feet above ground level and the vehicle’s headlights and taillights to be illuminated.
A Golf Cart is a motor vehicle designed by the manufacturer primarily for use on a golf course. TxDMV does not title and register Golf Carts, but Golf Carts are eligible to receive a Golf Cart license plate. You may obtain a Golf Cart license plate from your county tax assessor-collector’s office. The county will require a Form 130-U Application for Texas Title and/or Registration.
Golf Carts with a Golf Cart license plate may be operated on roads in the following situations:
Golf Carts must have the following minimum equipment:
Additionally, cities or certain counties may authorize operation of Golf Carts on roads within the boundaries of the city or within unincorporated areas of certain counties. The Golf Cart must display a Golf Cart license plate when operated on roads authorized by the city or county. Operation may be authorized only on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less.
If operated on the roads at a speed of 25 mph or less, a Golf Cart is required to display a slow-moving vehicle emblem.
A vehicle is classified as a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) if it has:
To title and register your NEV, take the following to your county tax assessor-collector's office:
Instructions for Completing the Application for Texas Title and/or Registration
The process of buying a car in Texas is not much different from the process in many states, however, there are several key areas that are vital for those who need a new car in Texas. Be aware of Texas car buying laws that can affect how you find and buy a car.
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Texas law prohibits dealers from selling cars on Saturday and Sunday.
If you are looking for a car, you will have to set aside a weekday for the actual purchase. Those who are not actual car dealerships but simply sell the car privately or not affiliated with the car dealership are not subject to this restriction.
The seller must tell the buyer if the vehicle is being sold with the warranty attached or "as is". Vehicles sold "as is" indicate that the seller is not responsible for any damage or defect that occurs with the vehicle. Warranty information should also be included in the contract. If the vehicle is financed, be aware that the maximum interest rate of 10 percent is all that can be assessed with vehicle payments. nine0003
The seller is required by law to transfer ownership of the vehicle to the new owner within 20 business days of the sale (or 45 calendar days if the vehicle is financed) and must provide the new owner with a copy of the tax receipt from the appraiser's office.
If you are buying from an individual, make sure she accompanies you to the county tax office when you transfer ownership (this is the best way to avoid complications later), buyers must also provide proof of insurance when registering the vehicle and must pay 6.25. percentage of motor vehicle sales tax on the purchase price or estimated value of the vehicle. nine0003
Sellers cannot roll back a car's odometer to mislead buyers about actual mileage. This crime is punishable by fines. Dealers must provide the actual number of miles along with the vehicle name upon handover. The sale of master keys designed to ignite more than one vehicle is prohibited by Texas law and is punishable by a fine of $25 to $200 as of August 2010. nine0003
The Texas Lemon Law allows people who have recently (within a few months) purchased a vehicle that later turned out to be faulty or inoperable to receive repairs or compensation. New and used vehicles of all types (cars, trucks, ATVs, motorcycles) may be covered.
The owner must complete the Lemon Law Complaint Form and pay $35 for new vehicle registrations. The case counsel will either attempt to mediate or seek an administrative legal solution, either of these methods may take several months to resolve. nine0003
Every state has different laws. For example, in Texas, motorists are allowed to turn right at a red light. Just think how much the policemen of other American states would earn on Texans if they learned to take bribes from Russian traffic cops! In this note, you can find out what else is allowed and what is not allowed in our state.
Blue lupins are the symbol of Texas. Who among us does not have a classic photograph of a clearing covered with these wonderful flowers? But is it possible to pluck these flowers, that is the question? The law will not let you pick buckets of lupins, but if your child picks a couple of flowers, it's okay.
In fact, there is no official state law on using a phone while driving. But you can indeed be stopped if you are on the phone in a school zone or you are under 18 years old. Also, each city has its own internal laws regarding the use of the phone while driving, in particular regarding text messages. So meaningful text messages like “What are you doing today?” it is better to send not from the road. nine0003
Of course, you can decorate your car with decorative lights to make it twinkle, blink and look like a time machine from the movie Back to the Future. However, these decorative lights should not be too bright, the luminous intensity of such lighting should not exceed 300 candles. It is also advisable not to decorate the car with red, blue and other colors of light bulbs intended for emergency workers.
On some highways, you may see a "Left Lane For Passing Only" sign. But you should not rejoice and follow the best traditions of Russian riders by driving home as quickly as possible along this lane.
After overtaking a car, you must return to the right lane, otherwise you will be fined $ 200. nine0003
Ready for five Mimosa cocktails at Sunday brunch? Even if you are full of bright plans for this occasion, you will not be able to order several drinks for one person at the same time in Texas. In accordance with the law, drinks are brought here one at a time, i.e. all five, but one after the other.
No. Don't even think. Driving without wearing seat belts is prohibited and punishable by law, both for the driver and all passengers.
This is not illegal, but there are some restrictions. If a teenager under 18 decides to ride in the back of your mini-truck, you face a fine of $25 to $200. The exceptions are driving in the back of a truck during a festive procession, in the countryside or on the beach. You will also be forgiven if this is your only car or if you have an emergency. nine0003
People often think that a pedestrian has the right of way first.
Not at all, and it’s better not to check it for yourself, crossing the street in the wrong place with a calm look, otherwise you can hear a lot of new things about yourself. However, drivers are required by law to give way to pedestrians at the crosswalk.
Texas law does not specify at what age children can be left alone. The same applies to children in the car. However, if you decide to go with your husband for a romantic dinner, it is better to call a nanny, and it is advised not to leave a small child (under 7 years old) in the car even for a few minutes. nine0003
There is no law in Texas against leaving animals in a car. But there can be issues with animal cruelty. You wouldn't leave your tailed (winged, horned) friend in a car in this heat, would you?
State law requires children under 8 and shorter than 4.9 feet to be in a car seat, and a child over 40 pounds (ages 4 to 8) may use a booster (seat) instead of a seat.
Motorcyclists over the age of 21 are not required to wear a crash helmet.
The main thing is to have health insurance that will cover your injuries as you fly like a bird down the highway towards new adventures and injuries. nine0003
It used to be forbidden to visit the solarium until the age of 16.5. Now that the risk of melanoma (a malignant skin tumor) has increased to 85%, it is forbidden for teenagers under 18 to sunbathe. And why do we need a solarium? Texas has about 200 sunny days a year.
If you are overwhelmed with love for America, you can show your love by planting the Stars and Stripes in your yard. It can fly from a flagpole as high as 20 feet. This law was won in court by retired Marine Michael Merola, who was previously tried by residents of his area for flags near the house. nine0003
You can ride a bike not only on special paths, but also on sidewalks, if this is not prohibited by local authorities. Do not forget also that on the sidewalk there may be a pedestrian accidentally.
Actually, beggars are not allowed to stand on the roads.
