A new state law went into effect July 1 pertaining to Off Highway Vehicles, or OHV’s. The new law was passed to create a state-wide uniform law for OHV owners and riders. All OHV’s must be registered to operate on Iowa’s roadways. Marion County Recorder Naomi Ellis tells KNIA-KRLS News in the past each city could have had their own rules and restrictions with additional fees. The Knoxville ordinance is still in effect, and vehicles can only be ridden between sunrise and sunset.

The law includes Off Road Vehicles, All Terrain Vehicles, and Utility Vehicles. The bill doesn’t pertain to off road motorcycles such as dirt bikes. 

For visitors from out of state to the Knoxville Nationals, EIlis says if your state doesn’t title/register OHV’s then you must register it at the Recorder’s office where you will receive a certificate or registration decal.

Call the Recorder’s Office for the required paperwork and to make an appointment.