(A) Whenever the term MOTOR VEHICLE is used in this section, it shall mean a self-propelled vehicle, including, but not limited to, automobiles, motorcycles, motor bicycles, motor scooters, motor trucks, truck tractors, all vehicles powered by electrical or mechanical power, but excluding motorized wheelchairs for the disabled.
(B) It shall be unlawful to own or operate any motor vehicle within the limits of the city without being in compliance with Ch. 3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 3/100 et seq.), especially as pertains to the purchase and proper display of current registration plates.
(C) It shall be unlawful to own or operate any motor vehicle within the limits of the city unless the appropriate registration plates are attached, and in the appropriate number and manner pursuant to Ch. 3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 3/100 et seq.).
(D) It shall be unlawful to own or operate any motor vehicle within the limits of the city unless it is in compliance with Ch. 3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 3/100 et seq.) regarding weights and dimensions.
(E) This section shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law. A full, true and complete copy of this section shall be published in pamphlet form, by authority of the City Council as corporate authorities.
(Prior Code, § 70.002) (Ord. 91-284, passed 9-10-1991; Ord. 2016-001, passed 1-12-2016)