MO HB2202

Scrap metal operators may purchase inoperable motor vehicles at least 10 model years old without obtaining a certificate of title if they verify with the Department of Revenue that the vehicle has no recorded liens and has not been titled or registered in the previous two years.

For inoperable motor vehicles at least 20 model years old, scrap metal operators are not required to verify with the Department of Revenue regarding recorded security interests or liens.

Scrap metal operators must submit a copy of the seller's state identification and a standardized bill of sale to the Department of Revenue instead of forwarding vehicle titles for qualifying inoperable vehicles.

The bill of sale must certify that the motor vehicle is inoperable, at least 10 model years old, has no recorded liens, and that the seller has legal authority to transfer the vehicle.

Scrap metal operators who fail to comply with these requirements are guilty of a class A misdemeanor; sellers who fail to comply are civilly liable to the vehicle owner for actual damages, penalties, court costs, and attorney fees.