(1) The following are qualified identification number inspectors:

1. (a) the commission;
2. (b) designated officers and employees of the division;
3. (c) a person operating a safety inspection station under Title 53, Chapter 8, Part 2, Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Act;
4. (d) an official inspection station certified inspector;
5. (e) a dealer licensed under Subsection 41-3-202(1), (2), (3), or (4); and
6. (f) all peace officers of the state.

(2) The qualified identification number inspectors shall, upon the application for the first registration in this state of any vehicle:

1. (a) inspect the identification number of the vehicle;
2. (b) make a record of the identification number inspection upon an application form provided by the division; and
3. (c) verify the facts in the application.