I believe in MD it's only if it's need based...HOWEVER, if you have a
receipt showing a mechanic did $400.01 or more in emissions related work and
it still fails, then you can get a waiver.
Richard
"James C. Reeves" > wrote in message
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> If the cost of repair exceeds a certain amount, you can get a waver.
Check
> with your local emissions inspection station for more information on the
steps
> you need to take for that.
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