Section 144.01. Purpose.

  This chapter describes the periods, expiration dates, and fees for licenses issued by the department under the authority found in ch. 218 , Stats. , to motor vehicle dealers and their salespersons; moped dealers; manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and their representatives; recreational vehicle dealers and their salespersons; motor vehicle auction dealers; salvage dealers; and buyer identification card holders. It also establishes the periods, expiration dates, and fees for registration plates issued to dealers, distributors, and manufacturers.