39-14-134 - Alteration of item's permanent distinguishing numbers Sale or possession of such item.

39-14-134. Alteration of item's permanent distinguishing numbers Sale or possession of such item.

(a)  A person commits a Class A misdemeanor who knowingly and with the intent to conceal or misrepresent the identity of an item:

     (1)  Alters, covers, defaces, destroys or removes the permanent serial number, manufacturer's identification plate or other permanent distinguishing number from such item; or

     (2)  Sells, buys or has possession of such item.

(b)  This section does not in any way affect the provisions of §§ 55-5-111 and 55-5-112, relative to motor vehicles.

[Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 1.]