MS HB1384

Replaces references to "State Tax Commission" with "Department of Revenue" throughout vehicle titling procedures in Mississippi Code Sections 63-21-15 and 63-21-39.

Clarifies requirements for obtaining a clear or branded title on a vehicle previously issued a salvage certificate of title, including mandatory inspection by Department of Public Safety and $75.00 fee.

Establishes new procedure allowing owners of vehicles at least 10 model years old to transfer vehicles to licensed used motor vehicle parts dealers or scrap metal processors using a sworn statement when original title is unavailable or lost.

Requires used motor vehicle parts dealers and scrap metal processors to submit cancellation requests to Department of Revenue within 72 hours of acquiring such vehicles, either by mail or through an electronic Internet-based system.

Effective date: July 1, 2013.