SLYDIT wrote:then it comes back to definition pf a plate...
again the NZTA are interpreting the law and the law nowhere states the size or material of the plate apart from the previously mentioned section and the bit "despite the above"...
The Regulation does define the base material and colouring of registration plates. I have not found any legislative definition for size or shape, however the Registrar has authority to issue plates
the issued part i reckon refers to the unique identifier number not the aluminium. either way the law is poor and the cop would have to word it perfectly for it to stick. theres plenty there to get off the fine.
The Regulation has a clear distinction between registration in terms of the unique identifier (which itself is defined in "Interpretation") and registration
plates.
Further to the Regulation, section 257(3) of the Act (being the Land Transport Act 1998) states that plates issued under the section (which deals with issue of plates and certificates of registration) must be displayed on the vehicle.
There really is not any wiggle room. It clearly says the registration
plates issued for the vehicle must be displayed, and that it is an infringement offence not to do so.
If you are issued by the appropriate authority with a registration plate in the form of an adhesive label you are safe. If you have your own made up and display it on the vehicle you are committing an infringement offence and are fair game to be ticketed.
dynofiend wrote:BUT there is a strong arguement that they are allowable, providing other aspects of the regulations are disregarded.
Trust me as someone who works with Justices of the Peace in infringement offence defended hearing courts. You would not succeed on any attempt at argument that has been put forward.