Unused stickers may be seized under what circumstance?

Unused inspection stickers may be seized when a station is suspended due to various violations or regulatory issues. This measure helps ensure that there is proper accountability and control over the issuance of stickers, which are critical for maintaining vehicle safety standards. When a station is found to be in violation of inspection regulations or is not compliant with the standards set by the state, authorities may take action to recover any unused stickers. This is a preventative measure to avoid further misuse or misallocation of inspection resources, ensuring the integrity of the inspection process.

In other scenarios, such as routine inspections or new mechanics being hired, the focus is typically on compliance and procedure rather than on the overt recovery of unused stickers. Having high inventory levels does not directly warrant the seizure of stickers since it does not imply any violation of regulations or risk to safety. Thus, the context of a station’s suspension clearly defines the circumstances under which unused stickers may be seized.