In the past, Vermont's DMV was known for its leniency, permitting practically anyone, regardless of location, to register any vehicle as long as they met a few basic criteria. ⭕️
🚌🏡 This loophole, effectively making it a 'universal DMV,' had unusual applications, such as registering a bus as a motorhome, circumventing the need for a commercial license.
🤠 However, this lax system wasn't exploited solely by automotive enthusiasts. Criminals also took advantage by registering stolen vehicles and ultimately leading to the loophole's closure. 🚗
🐢 Today, the DMV mandates proof of a legitimate Vermont connection or an interstate process often deemed burdensome by law-abiding citizens and unlikely to appeal to thieves. 👎
🗑️ While most won't miss the loophole's stranger uses, critics argue that the inability to sidestep state-specific regulations could result in many operable vehicles being unnecessarily consigned to scrapyards and crushers. 🔨