ID S1089

Allows an insurer or salvage pool to issue a salvage certificate to a purchaser without first obtaining a properly released certificate of origin or title if they cannot obtain it within 30 days after the owner accepts a total loss settlement.

Requires the insurer or salvage pool to submit to the department within 10 days a sworn statement documenting at least two written attempts to obtain the certificate from the owner, copies of those attempts, proof of lien satisfaction, and the salvage certificate fee.

Establishes a misdemeanor penalty of up to 6 months in jail, a fine of $1,000, or both for owners of retained salvage vehicles who fail to surrender the title and obtain a salvage certificate or who sell the vehicle without disclosing it is totaled.

Sets the fee for a salvage certificate at $15.00, which is deposited in the state highway account.

Requires salvage vehicle purchasers to display the salvage certificate upon request by any peace officer or department agent.