It is not a misdemeanor to possess unused weigh master certificates if:

Possessing unused weigh master certificates is not considered a misdemeanor when you are in the business of printing weigh master certificate forms. This is because individuals or businesses involved in the printing of these forms are typically authorized to handle such materials as part of their professional activities. They are expected to be knowledgeable about the regulations surrounding weigh master certificates and compliant with the requirements for their use. This authorization is crucial in ensuring that weigh master certificates are properly managed and distributed, thereby maintaining the integrity of the weighing process in commercial transactions.

In contrast, simply owning or operating a tractor-trailer rig or weighing your own commodities does not provide the same level of authorization or justification for having unused weigh master certificates. These activities may not align with the legal obligations surrounding the use and distribution of such certificates, which may lead to potential legal issues if one were to possess them without proper authorization.