- (a) Instead of an annual interstate trucker's license, a person bringing a motor vehicle described by Section 162.001(36) into this state for commercial purposes may obtain a trip permit. The trip permit must be obtained before or at the time of entry into this state.
- (b) Not more than five trip permits for each person may be issued during a calendar year.
- (c) A fee for each trip permit shall be collected from the applicant and shall be in the amount of $50 for each vehicle for each trip.
- (d) A report is not required with respect to the vehicle.
- (e) Operating a motor vehicle without a valid interstate trucker's license or trip permit may subject the operator to a penalty under Section 162.402.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 199, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.