Laws Prohibit Tampering And Inaccurate Odometer Disclosures Used car buyers factor in a vehicle's mileage when they're deciding the condition and value of the used vehicle. Odometer readings and disclosures are therefore a very important part in determining a vehicle's condition and value.It's because of those reasons that state and federal laws restrict both odometer tampering, and also a false odometer disclosure papers. federal laws require those...... Similar Editorial : The Laws and Ethics by Paul Shearstone. | Source : Club Car Parts