Opinion No.

Honorable Wilson E. Speir Director Texas Department of Public Safety 5805 N. Lamar Boulevard Box 4087 Austin, Texas 78773

Re: Interpretation of the motor vehicle inspection statute in light of two amendments to the Act passed by the 65th Legislature.

Dear Colonel Speir:

You have requested our opinion regarding the construction of two amendments to section 140 of article 6701d, V.T.C.S., both enacted by the 65th Legislature. Senate Bill 1302, Acts 65th Leg., amends subsections (e) and (f) of section 140, as follows:(e) After the period designated for the inspection, no person shall operate on the…