Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration

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The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is the state agency responsible for driver licensing, vehicle registration, and Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) services in Maryland.

Glen Burnie, Maryland, United States
mva.maryland.gov
Owned by Maryland Department of Transportation

About Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration

The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) oversees driver licensing, vehicle titling and registration, and the Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) throughout the state of Maryland. The specific descriptor “EDGEWOOD STAT1 T8 HALETHORPE MD” aligns with the Baltimore City, West VEIP Station located at 1411 S. Edgewood Street in Halethorpe, Maryland, which is one of MDOT MVA’s emissions testing locations and self‑service kiosk sites.([eulz.org](https://eulz.org/doc/MDOT%20MVA%20Self%20Service%20VEIP%20Kiosks.pdf)) These facilities provide mandatory emissions inspections and self‑service kiosks where motorists can complete required vehicle emissions tests and pay associated fees.

A charge with this description typically appears on a bank or credit card statement when a vehicle owner pays for a Maryland VEIP emissions test, often at a self‑service kiosk at the Baltimore City, West (Edgewood Street) VEIP station in Halethorpe. The “STAT1” and “T8” portions of the descriptor likely refer to an internal station and test or terminal identifier rather than a separate merchant. Charges are usually one‑time fees corresponding to a single inspection event, though a second charge can appear if a retest or additional service was performed.

If you have questions about this charge, the best approach is to confirm whether you or someone in your household recently completed a Maryland emissions inspection, and check any VEIP paper receipt left in the vehicle. You can also review your vehicle’s inspection status and fees through the MDOT MVA website or by contacting MDOT MVA customer service, referencing the date and amount of the charge. If the transaction still seems unfamiliar, your card issuer can help dispute the charge while you verify with MDOT MVA that there was no error or duplicate billing.

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  1. EDGEWOOD STAT1 T8 HALETHORPE MD

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge labeled "EDGEWOOD STAT1 T8 HALETHORPE MD" on my card?

This descriptor typically corresponds to a payment made at the MDOT MVA Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) station on Edgewood Street in Halethorpe, Maryland. The charge usually reflects the fee for a vehicle emissions inspection completed either at the drive-through lanes or a self-service kiosk at that station.

What services at the Edgewood Street VEIP station could generate this charge?

Charges from the Edgewood Street VEIP station are usually for Maryland’s required vehicle emissions inspection. This can include an initial test or, if your vehicle failed previously, a retest. Optional convenience fees may apply if you used a self-service kiosk or certain payment methods.

How much does a Maryland VEIP emissions test typically cost?

Maryland VEIP tests are charged at a fixed state-set fee (often around a few tens of dollars) rather than a variable retail price. The exact current fee is listed on the MDOT MVA website and on your inspection notice; the amount on your statement should closely match the VEIP fee shown on your receipt from the Edgewood Street station or kiosk.

How can I verify that this VEIP charge is legitimate?

Check your vehicle’s emissions inspection notice or renewal letter to see when an inspection was due, and confirm whether you recently visited the Edgewood Street VEIP station in Halethorpe. Look for a printed or emailed receipt in your vehicle, glove box, or email. You can also check your vehicle’s emissions status using the MDOT MVA online services and ensure the inspection date matches the transaction date.

Who do I contact if I think the VEIP charge from Edgewood Street is incorrect or duplicated?

Start by contacting MDOT MVA through the customer service numbers or contact forms listed on mva.maryland.gov and provide the date, amount, and any receipt or plate number related to the test. If you still believe the charge is incorrect after speaking with MDOT MVA, contact your card issuer to open a billing dispute and reference that the merchant is MDOT MVA/VEIP Edgewood Street, Halethorpe.

Can VEIP or MDOT MVA place small temporary authorization holds on my card?

If you paid by card at a self-service VEIP kiosk, the payment processor may place a temporary authorization hold for the expected test amount, which later settles as a final charge. In rare cases you might briefly see both a pending and a posted transaction; the pending one should drop off automatically once the final payment clears.

Will I be charged again automatically for future emissions tests?

No, VEIP emissions test fees at the Edgewood Street station are one-time charges per inspection visit. Maryland does not automatically bill your card for future inspection cycles. You will receive a new notice when your next emissions test is due, and any future payment will only occur when you manually pay at a station, kiosk, or online.

Can I get a refund if my VEIP test at Edgewood Street was charged but not completed?

If your card was charged but the test could not be completed due to equipment issues or other problems at the Edgewood Street VEIP station, keep any on-site documentation and contact MDOT MVA customer service promptly. Provide the station location (Edgewood Street, Halethorpe), date, time, license plate, and the last four digits of your card so they can research the transaction and determine whether a refund or credit is appropriate.

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