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Vehicle Code

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The definitions in this code apply when construing the code unless the provision or context requires otherwise. “Ability to respond in damages” means financial responsibility. Police officers must report stolen-vehicle and lost-or-stolen plate information to the Department of Justice system, and the reporting agency must notify the reporting party when a vehicle is recovered. A person must not make or file a false or fraudulent vehicle-theft report with any law enforcement agency, if done with intent to deceive. A vehicle’s owner or legal owner may report theft or embezzlement to the California Highway Patrol, and must report recovery after making that notice.

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  1. 41104.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Presumptions [41100 - 41104] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a rear part of a train of vehicles does not substantially follow the towing vehicle’s path on a highway, the vehicle is presumed to have been operated in violation of Section 21711.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Presumptions [41100 - 41104] ( Chapter 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 41104. In any case, involving an accident or otherwise, where any rear component of a train of vehicles fails to follow substantially in the path of the towing vehicle while moving upon a highway, the vehicle shall be presumed to have been operated in violation of Section 21711. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 44.)
  2. 41400.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person charged with a Vehicle Code violation can use as a defense a prior conviction or acquittal in another state or by the federal government for the same act or omission.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 41400. Whenever any person is charged with a violation of this code, it is a sufficient defense to such charge if it appears that in a criminal prosecution in another state or by the Federal Government, founded upon the act or omission in respect to which he is on trial, he has been convicted or acquitted. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  3. 41401.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person cannot be prosecuted for a Vehicle Code violation if the conduct was required by federal law, a federal agency rule or order that is punishable under Congress, or a valid military order.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 41401. No person shall be prosecuted for a violation of any provision of this code if the violation was required by a law of the federal government, by any rule, regulation, directive or order of any agency of the federal government, the violation of which is subject to penalty under an act of Congress, or by any valid order of military authority. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 78.)
  4. 41402.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person cannot be prosecuted for violating a Vehicle Code provision if the violation was required to comply with a Governor regulation, directive, or order under the California Emergency Services Act.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 41402. No person shall be prosecuted for a violation of any provision of this code when violation of such provision is required in order to comply with any regulation, directive, or order of the Governor promulgated under the California Emergency Services Act. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 438.)
  5. 41403.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section sets out how a defendant can challenge a prior conviction on constitutional grounds and what the court, prosecution, and defendant must do in that process.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Defenses [41400 - 41403] ( Chapter 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 41403. (a) In any proceedings to have a judgment of conviction of a violation of Section 14601, 14601.1, 14601.2, 23152, or 23153, or Section 23103 as specified in Section 23103.5, which was entered in a separate proceeding, declared invalid on constitutional grounds, the defendant shall state in writing and with specificity wherein the defendant was deprived of the defendant’s constitutional rights, which statement shall be filed with the clerk of the court and a copy served on the court that rendered that judgment and on the prosecuting attorney in the present proceedings at least five court days prior to the hearing thereon. (b) Except as provided in subdivision (c), the court shall, prior to the trial of any pending criminal action against the defendant wherein the separate conviction is charged as such, hold a hearing, outside of the presence of the jury, in order to determine the constitutional validity of the charged separate conviction issue. At the hearing the procedure, the burden of proof, and the burden of producing evidence shall be as follows: (1) The prosecution shall initially have the burden of producing evidence of the separate conviction sufficient to justify a finding that the defendant has suffered that separate conviction. (2) After the production of evidence required by paragraph (1), the defendant then has the burden of proof by a preponderance of the evidence that the defendant’s constitutional rights were infringed in the separate proceeding at issue. If the separate conviction sought to be invalidated is based upon a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, the defendant shall provide the court with evidence of the prior plea, including the court docket, written waivers of constitutional rights executed by the defendant, and transcripts of the relevant court proceedings at the time of the entry of the defendant’s plea. These records shall be provided to the defendant without cost to him or her, when the defendant is represented by the public defender or counsel appointed pursuant to Section 987.2 of the Penal Code. (3) If the defendant bears this burden successfully, the prosecution shall have the right to produce evidence in rebuttal. (4) The court shall make a finding on the basis of the evidence thus produced and shall strike from the accusatory pleading any separate conviction found to be constitutionally invalid. (c) If the defendant fails to comply with the notice requirement of subdivision (a) or fails to produce the evidence required by paragraph (2) of subdivision (b), the court shall hear the motion at the time of sentencing in lieu of continuing the trial, unless good cause is shown for failure to provide notice pursuant to subdivision (a) or produce the evidence required by paragraph (2) of subdivision (b), in which case the court shall grant a continuance of the trial for a reasonable period. The procedure, burden of proof, and burden of producing evidence as provided in subdivision (b) shall apply regardless of when the motion is heard. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 83, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  6. 415.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “motor vehicle” and lists specific exclusions and a special inclusion for certain purposes.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 415. (a) A “motor vehicle” is a vehicle that is self-propelled. (b) “Motor vehicle” does not include a self-propelled wheelchair, motorized tricycle, or motorized quadricycle, if operated by a person who, by reason of physical disability, is otherwise unable to move about as a pedestrian. (c) For purposes of Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 3000) of Division 2, “motor vehicle” includes a recreational vehicle as that term is defined in subdivision (a) of Section 18010 of the Health and Safety Code, but does not include a truck camper. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 404, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  7. 4150.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Vehicle owners must apply to the department for original or renewal registration on the department’s form and include the required vehicle and owner information.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4150. Application for the original or renewal registration of a vehicle of a type required to be registered under this code shall be made by the owner to the department upon the appropriate form furnished by it and shall contain all of the following: (a) The true, full name, business or residence and mailing address, and driver’s license or identification card number, if any, of the owner, and the true, full name and business or residence or mailing address of the legal owner, if any. (b) The name of the county in which the owner resides. (c) A description of the vehicle, including the following data insofar as they may exist: (1) The make, model, and type of body. (2) The vehicle identification number or any other identifying number as may be required by the department. (3) The date first sold by a manufacturer, remanufacturer, or dealer to a consumer. (d) Any other information that is reasonably required by the department to enable it to determine whether the vehicle is lawfully entitled to registration. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1221, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  8. 4150.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Certain vehicle owners, lessees, or designees must use a department form to certify and report the declared gross or combined gross weight of qualifying commercial motor vehicles.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4150.1. (a) On a form provided by the department, the registered owner of record, lessee, or the owner’s designee shall certify and report the declared gross or combined gross vehicle weight of any commercial motor vehicle, singly or in combination, in excess of 10,000 pounds. (b) A single form may be used or referenced for multiple vehicles. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 826, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  9. 4150.2.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A motorcycle owner must file an original registration or renewal application with the department on the form it provides, and the application must include the listed information.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4150.2. Application for the original registration or renewal of the registration of a motorcycle shall be made by the owner to the department upon the appropriate form furnished by it, and shall contain all of the following: (a) The true, full name, business or residence and mailing address, and driver’s license or identification card number, if any, of the owner, and the true, full name and business or residence or mailing address of the legal owner, if any. (b) The name of the county in which the owner resides. (c) A description of the motorcycle, including the following data insofar as they may exist: (1) The make and type of body. (2) The motor and vehicle identification numbers recorded exactly as they appear on the engine and frame, respectively, by the manufacturer, and any other identifying number of the motorcycle as may be required by the department. (3) The date first sold by a manufacturer, remanufacturer, or dealer to a consumer. (d) Any other information that is reasonably required by the department to enable it to determine whether the vehicle is lawfully entitled to registration. (e) The department shall maintain a cross-index file of motor and vehicle identification numbers registered with it. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1221, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  10. 4150.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section lets vehicles be registered in coownership forms and sets how title and transfer rights work between coowners.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4150.5. Ownership of title to a vehicle subject to registration may be held by two (or more) coowners as provided in Section 682 of the Civil Code, except that: (a) A vehicle may be registered in the names of two (or more) persons as coowners in the alternative by the use of the word “or.” A vehicle so registered in the alternative shall be deemed to be held in joint tenancy. Each coowner shall be deemed to have granted to the other coowners the absolute right to dispose of the title and interest in the vehicle. Upon the death of a coowner the interest of the decedent shall pass to the survivor as though title or interest in the vehicle was held in joint tenancy unless a contrary intention is set forth in writing upon the application for registration. (b) A vehicle may be registered in the names of two (or more) persons as coowners in the alternative by the use of the word “or” and if declared in writing upon the application for registration by the applicants to be community property, or tenancy in common, shall grant to each coowner the absolute power to transfer the title or interest of the other coowners only during the lifetime of such coowners. (c) A vehicle may be registered in the names of two (or more) persons as coowners in the conjunctive by the use of the word “and” and shall thereafter require the signature of each coowner or his personal representative to transfer title to the vehicle, except where title to the vehicle is set forth in joint tenancy, the signature of each coowner or his personal representative shall be required only during the lifetime of the coowners, and upon death of a coowner title shall pass to the surviving coowner. (d) The department may adopt suitable abbreviations to appear upon the certificate of registration and certificate of ownership to designate the manner in which title to the vehicle is held if set forth by the coowners upon the application for registration. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 891.)
  11. 4150.7.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A vehicle title may be held in beneficiary form if there is only one owner and one TOD beneficiary. The certificate must say “transfer on death to” or “TOD” plus the beneficiary’s name, and the beneficiary’s consent is not needed for transactions during the owner’s lifetime.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4150.7. (a) Ownership of title to a vehicle subject to registration may be held in beneficiary form that includes a direction to transfer ownership of the vehicle to a designated beneficiary on the death of the owner if both of the following requirements are satisfied: (1) Only one owner is designated. (2) Only one TOD beneficiary is designated. (b) A certificate of ownership issued in beneficiary form shall include, after the name of the owner, the words “transfer on death to” or the abbreviation “TOD” followed by the name of the beneficiary. (c) During the lifetime of the owner, the signature or consent of the beneficiary is not required for any transaction relating to the vehicle for which a certificate of ownership in beneficiary form has been issued. (d) The fee for registering ownership of a vehicle in a beneficiary form is ten dollars ($10). (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1055, Sec. 58. Operative January 1, 1993, by Sec. 64 of Ch. 1055.)
  12. 41500.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Nonprosecution of Violations [41500 - 41501] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1163. )

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    This section limits prosecution and certain driver’s license actions for some pending nonfelony offenses tied to vehicle operation or pedestrian code violations, and requires the department to remove certain notices from its records.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Nonprosecution of Violations [41500 - 41501] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1163. ) ## 41500. (a) A person shall not be subject to prosecution for a nonfelony offense arising out of the operation of a motor vehicle or violation of this code as a pedestrian that is pending against them at the time of their commitment to the custody of the Secretary of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the Division of Juvenile Justice in the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, or to a county jail pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code. (b) Notwithstanding any other law, a driver’s license shall not be suspended or revoked, and the issuance or renewal of a license shall not be refused as a result of a pending nonfelony offense occurring prior to the time a person was committed to the custody of the Secretary of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the Division of Juvenile Justice of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, or a county jail pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code, or as a result of a notice received by the department pursuant to subdivision (a) of former Section 40509 when the offense that gave rise to the notice occurred prior to the time a person was committed to the custody of the Secretary of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation or the Division of Juvenile Justice of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. (c) The department shall remove from its records notice received by it pursuant to subdivision (a) of former Section 40509 upon receipt of satisfactory evidence that a person was committed to the custody of the Secretary of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the Division of Juvenile Justice of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, or a county jail pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code, after the offense that gave rise to the notice occurred. (d) The provisions of this section shall not apply to a nonfelony offense if the department is required by this code to immediately revoke or suspend the privilege of a person to drive a motor vehicle upon receipt of a duly certified abstract of the record of a court showing that the person has been convicted of that nonfelony offense. (e) The provisions of subdivisions (a), (b), and (c) do not apply to an offense committed by a person while that person is temporarily released from custody pursuant to law or while they are on parole or postrelease community supervision. (f) The provisions of subdivisions (a), (b), and (c) do not apply if the pending offense is a violation of Section 23103, 23152, or 23153. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 800, Sec. 25. (AB 2746) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  13. 41501.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Nonprosecution of Violations [41500 - 41501] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1163. )

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    The court may continue certain vehicle-violation cases and may keep a conviction confidential if the person completes traffic school and the other listed conditions are met.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Nonprosecution of Violations [41500 - 41501] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1163. ) ## 41501. (a) After a deposit of bail and bail forfeiture, a plea of guilty or no contest, or a conviction, the court may order a continuance of a proceeding against a person, who receives a notice to appear in court for a violation of a statute relating to the safe operation of a vehicle, in consideration for successful completion of a course of instruction at a licensed school for traffic violators and pursuant to Section 1803.5 or 42005, the court may order that the conviction be held confidential by the department in accordance with Section 1808.7. The court shall notify a person that only one conviction within 18 months will be held confidential. (b) Subdivision (a) does not apply to a person who receives a notice to appear as to, or is otherwise charged with, a violation of an offense described in subdivisions (a) to (e), inclusive, of Section 12810. (c) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2011. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 599) by Stats. 2011, Ch. 296, Sec. 311. (AB 1023) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  14. 4151.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must not accept an application for original vehicle registration in this State unless the vehicle is in the State at the time of application and Section 4152 is complied with.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4151. The department shall not accept an application for the original registration of a vehicle in this State unless the vehicle at the time of application is within this State unless the provisions of Section 4152 are complied with. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  15. 4152.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may accept a vehicle registration application for a vehicle not in the state if the vehicle is to be registered to a resident and the required documents and fees are submitted.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4152. (a) The department may accept an application for registration of a vehicle which is not within this state, but which is to be registered to a resident of this state, at the time all documents and fees, as determined by the department in accordance with the provisions of this division, are submitted to the department. (b) Any fees submitted pursuant to subdivision (a) shall not be subject to refund based upon the fact that the vehicle has not been and is not within this state. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1220.)
  16. 4152.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If California registration is required for a vehicle last registered in a foreign jurisdiction, an application for registration must be filed with the department within 20 days after registration became due, unless subdivision (c) of Section 9553 applies.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4152.5. Except as provided for in subdivision (c) of Section 9553, when California registration is required of a vehicle last registered in a foreign jurisdiction, an application for registration shall be made to the department within 20 days following the date registration became due. The application shall be deemed an original application. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1035, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  17. 4153.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For a specially constructed or remanufactured vehicle, the registration application must state that fact and include any additional information the department reasonably requires.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4153. If the vehicle to be registered is a specially constructed or remanufactured vehicle, the application shall also state that fact and contain additional information as may reasonably be required by the department to enable it properly to register the vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1286, Sec. 18.)
  18. 4154.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may not issue or renew registration for a farm labor vehicle unless the owner gives verification that the required inspection has been performed.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4154. The department may not issue or renew the registration of a farm labor vehicle unless the owner of the vehicle provides verification to the department that the inspection required by Section 31401 has been performed. For these purposes, the department shall determine what constitutes appropriate verification. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 557, Sec. 1.5. Effective September 29, 1999.)
  19. 4155.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section applies vehicle registration rules to vehicles owned by government entities, with special exceptions for publicly owned vehicles and certain special plates.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4155. Registration under this code shall apply to any vehicle owned by the United States government, the state, or any city, county, or political subdivision of the state, except in the following particulars: (a) A license plate issued for a vehicle while publicly owned need not display the year number for which it is issued, but shall display a distinguishing symbol or letter. (b) The registration of the vehicle and the registration card issued therefor shall not be renewed annually but shall remain valid until the certificate of ownership is suspended, revoked, or canceled by the department or upon a transfer of any interest shown in the certificate of ownership. If ownership of the vehicle is transferred to any person, the vehicle shall be reregistered as a privately owned vehicle and the special license plates shall be surrendered to the department. (c) An identification plate used for special construction, cemetery, or special mobile equipment need not display a distinguishing symbol or letter. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 1242.)
  20. 4156.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may issue temporary vehicle permits, but not for certain vehicles unless smog-check evidence is provided.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4156. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, and except as provided in subdivision (b), the department in its discretion may issue a temporary permit to operate a vehicle when a payment of fees has been accepted in an amount to be determined by, and paid to the department, by the owner or other person in lawful possession of the vehicle. The permit shall be subject to the terms and conditions, and shall be valid for the period of time, that the department shall deem appropriate under the circumstances. (b) (1) The department shall not issue a temporary permit pursuant to subdivision (a) to operate a vehicle for which a certificate of compliance is required pursuant to Section 4000.3, and for which that certificate of compliance has not been issued, unless the department is presented with sufficient evidence, as determined by the department, that the vehicle has failed its most recent smog check inspection. (2) Only one temporary permit may be issued pursuant to this subdivision to a vehicle owner in a two-year period. (3) A temporary permit issued pursuant to paragraph (1) is valid for either 60 days after the expiration of the registration of the vehicle or 60 days after the date that vehicle is removed from nonoperation, whichever is applicable at the time that the temporary permit is issued. (4) A temporary permit issued pursuant to paragraph (1) is subject to Section 9257.5. (c) (1) The department may issue a temporary permit pursuant to subdivision (a) to operate a vehicle for which registration may be refused pursuant to Section 4000.15. (2) Only one temporary permit may be issued pursuant to this subdivision for any vehicle, unless otherwise approved by the State Air Resources Board. (3) A temporary permit issued pursuant to paragraph (1) is valid for either 90 days after the expiration of the registration of the vehicle or 90 days after the date that vehicle is removed from nonoperation, whichever is applicable at the time the temporary permit is issued. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 20, Sec. 21. (AB 115) Effective June 27, 2017.)
  21. 4156.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may issue a temporary vehicle permit, but there are limits and conditions, including a $50 fee, a 60-day validity period, and restrictions for certain vehicles without required compliance certificates.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4156.5. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), the department in its discretion may issue a temporary permit to operate a vehicle when a payment of fees has been accepted in an amount to be determined by, and paid to, the department by the owner or other person in lawful possession of the vehicle, for a vehicle for which registration may be refused pursuant to Section 4000.17. The permit shall be subject to the terms and conditions that the department shall deem appropriate under the circumstances. (b) The department shall not issue a temporary permit pursuant to subdivision (a) to operate a vehicle for which a certificate of compliance is required pursuant to Section 4000.17, and for which that certificate of compliance has not been issued, unless the department is presented with sufficient evidence, as determined by the department, that the vehicle has failed its most recent inspection pursuant to the Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program (Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 44150) of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code). (c) Only one temporary permit may be issued pursuant to this section for any vehicle, unless otherwise approved by the State Air Resources Board. (d) A temporary permit issued pursuant to this section is valid for either 60 days after the expiration of the registration of the vehicle or 60 days after the date that vehicle is removed from nonoperation, whichever is applicable at the time the temporary permit is issued. (e) (1) A fee of fifty dollars ($50) shall be paid for a temporary permit issued pursuant to this section. (2) The fee authorized pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be adjusted annually based on the California Consumer Price Index as compiled and reported by the Department of Industrial Relations. (3) After deducting its administrative costs, the department shall deposit fees collected pursuant to paragraph (1) in the Truck Emission Check (TEC) Fund created pursuant to Section 44154 of the Health and Safety Code, to be used for regulatory activities under the Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program (Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 44150) of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code). (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 298, Sec. 4. (SB 210) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  22. 4157.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If ownership evidence is missing for a vehicle registration or transfer application, the department may accept an undertaking or bond instead.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4157. In the absence of the regularly required supporting evidence of ownership upon application for registration or transfer of a vehicle, the department may accept an undertaking or bond which shall be conditioned to protect the department and all officers and employees thereof and any subsequent purchaser of the vehicle, any person acquiring a lien or security interest thereon, or the successor in interest of such purchaser or person against any loss or damage on account of any defect in or undisclosed claim upon the right, title, and interest of the applicant or other person in and to the vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 1963, Ch. 819.)
  23. 4158.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle is no longer registered in California and the valid certificate of ownership is surrendered to the department, the bond or undertaking must be returned and surrendered by the end of three years, or sooner.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4158. In the event the vehicle is no longer registered in this state and the currently valid certificate of ownership is surrendered to the department, the bond or undertaking shall be returned and surrendered at the end of three years or prior thereto. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 517, Sec. 387.)
  24. 4159.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A vehicle registration applicant or registrant who changes to a new address must tell the department the old and new address within 10 days.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4159. Whenever any person after making application for the registration of a vehicle required to be registered under this code, or after obtaining registration either as owner or legal owner, moves or acquires a new address different from the address shown in the application or upon the certificate of ownership or registration card, such person shall, within 10 days thereafter, notify the department of his old and new address. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 552.)
  25. 4160.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle’s registered owner gets a new address, they must update the registration card within 10 days.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4160. Any registered owner of a vehicle who moves or acquires a new address different from the address shown upon the registration card issued for the vehicle shall within 10 days mark out the former address shown on the face of the card and with pen and ink write or type the new address on the face of the card immediately below the former address with the initials of the registered owner. (Amended by Stats. 1959, Ch. 964.)
  26. 41600.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. )

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    This section defines “arrest quota” for this chapter.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. ) ## 41600. For purposes of this chapter, “arrest quota” means any requirement regarding the number of arrests made, or the number of citations issued, by a peace officer, or parking enforcement employee, or the proportion of those arrests made and citations issued by a peace officer or parking enforcement employee, relative to the arrests made and citations issued by another peace officer or parking enforcement employee, or group of officers or employees. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 105, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  27. 41601.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. )

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    This section defines “citation” for this chapter as a notice to appear, notice of violation, or notice of parking violation.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. ) ## 41601. For purposes of this chapter, “citation” means a notice to appear, notice of violation, or notice of parking violation. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111.)
  28. 41601.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. )

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    For this chapter, “agency” includes the Regents of the University of California.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. ) ## 41601.5. For purposes of this chapter, “agency” includes the Regents of the University of California. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 105, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  29. 41602.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. )

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    State or local agencies covered by this section may not adopt a policy that requires peace officers or parking enforcement employees to meet an arrest quota.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. ) ## 41602. No state or local agency employing peace officers or parking enforcement employees engaged in the enforcement of this code or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code, may establish any policy requiring any peace officer or parking enforcement employees to meet an arrest quota. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 105, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  30. 41603.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. )

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    State and local agencies using peace officers or parking enforcement employees may not use arrest or citation counts as the sole basis for promotion, demotion, dismissal, or benefits.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 7. Arrest Quotas [41600 - 41603] ( Chapter 7 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1111. ) ## 41603. No state or local agency employing peace officers or parking enforcement employees engaged in the enforcement of this code shall use the number of arrests or citations issued by a peace officer or parking enforcement employees as the sole criterion for promotion, demotion, dismissal, or the earning of any benefit provided by the agency. Those arrests or citations, and their ultimate dispositions, may only be considered in evaluating the overall performance of a peace officer or parking enforcement employees. An evaluation may include, but shall not be limited to, criteria such as attendance, punctuality, work safety, complaints by civilians, commendations, demeanor, formal training, and professional judgment. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 99, Sec. 7. (AB 1953) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  31. 4161.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle’s engine or motor is installed or replaced, the owner must notify the department within 10 days and provide the required ownership documents. The department must assign a vehicle identification number in some cases, and special inspection/destruction steps apply to replacement motorcycle engine cases.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4161. (a) Whenever a motor vehicle engine or motor is installed, except temporarily, in a motor vehicle which is identified on the ownership and registration certificates by motor or engine number or by both the motor and frame numbers and subject to registration under this code, the owner of the motor vehicle shall, within 10 days thereafter, give notice to the department upon a form furnished by it containing a description of the motor vehicle engine or motor installed, including any identifying number thereon and the date of the installation. The owner of the motor vehicle shall also submit to the department with the notice the certificate of ownership and registration card covering the motor vehicle in which the motor vehicle engine or motor is installed and evidence of ownership covering the new or used motor vehicle engine or motor installed and such other documents as may be required by the department. (b) Upon receipt of motor vehicle engine or motor change notification and other required documents, the department shall assign a distinguishing vehicle identification number to motor vehicles, other than motorcycles or motor-driven cycles registered under a motor number or motor and frame numbers. When the distinguishing vehicle identification number is placed on the vehicle as authorized, the vehicle shall thereafter be identified by the distinguishing identification number assigned. (c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section or any other provision of law, whenever an application is made to the department to register a replacement engine case for any motorcycle, the department shall request the Department of the California Highway Patrol to inspect the motorcycle to determine its proper identity. If the replacement engine case bears the same identifying numbers as the engine case being replaced, the original engine case shall be destroyed. A determination verifying proof of destruction shall be made by the Department of the California Highway Patrol. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 94, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  32. 41610.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Consolidated Disposition [41610- 41610.] ( Chapter 8 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 989, Sec. 1. )

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    A person in custody may elect to plead guilty to certain charged offenses when there is an outstanding warrant in the same county, but the section excludes parking-violation notices and several listed offenses.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 17. OFFENSES AND PROSECUTION [40000.1 - 41610] ( Division 17 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 8. Consolidated Disposition [41610- 41610.] ( Chapter 8 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 989, Sec. 1. ) ## 41610. (a) Whenever a person who is in custody enters a guilty plea to an infraction or misdemeanor under this code and there is outstanding any warrant of arrest for a violation of this code or a local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code that is filed in any court within the same county, the defendant may elect to enter a guilty plea to any of these charged offenses of which the court has a record, except offenses specified in subdivision (b). The court shall sentence the defendant for each of the offenses for which a guilty plea has been entered pursuant to this section, and shall notify the appropriate court or department in each affected judicial district of the disposition. After receiving that notice of disposition, the court in which each complaint was filed shall prepare and transmit to the department any certification required by applicable provisions of former Section 40509 as if the court had heard the case. (b) Subdivision (a) does not authorize entry of a guilty plea as specified in that subdivision to an offense for which a notice of parking violation has been issued, nor to any offense specified in Section 14601.2, 14601.3, 20002, 23103, 23104, 23105, 23152, or 23153, subdivision (a) of Section 14601, or subdivision (a) of Section 14601.1. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 800, Sec. 26. (AB 2746) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  33. 4163.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Owners of three or more motor vehicles do not have to notify the department or pay the Section 9257 fee when engines or motors are moved between vehicles they own, until a vehicle is sold, transferred, or otherwise disposed of.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4163. The owner of three or more motor vehicles is not required to notify the department or to pay the fee required under Section 9257 when motor vehicle engines or motors owned by him are installed in or transferred between the motor vehicles owned by him until the motor vehicle is sold, transferred, or otherwise disposed of by him. (Amended by Stats. 1961, Ch. 58.)
  34. 4166.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may assign a distinguishing vehicle identification number to a motor vehicle if its identifying number is removed, destroyed, or obliterated.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Original Registration [4150 - 4166] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4166. The department may assign a distinguishing vehicle identification number to a motor vehicle whenever the motor or other identifying number thereon is removed, destroyed or obliterated, and any motor vehicle to which a distinguishing vehicle identification number is assigned as authorized herein shall be registered under the number so assigned when registration of the motor vehicle is required under this code. (Amended by Stats. 1970, Ch. 824.)
  35. 42000.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of a felony for violating the Vehicle Code must be punished by a fine, imprisonment, or both, unless the code expressly provides a different penalty.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42000. Unless a different penalty is expressly provided by this code, every person convicted of a felony for a violation of any provision of this code shall be punished by a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 15, Sec. 615. (AB 109) Effective April 4, 2011. Operative October 1, 2011, by Sec. 636 of Ch. 15, as amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 39, Sec. 68.)
  36. 42000.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of the specified infraction may be fined up to $500.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42000.1. Notwithstanding Section 42001, every person convicted of an infraction for a violation described in subdivision (b) of Section 22348 shall be punished by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500). (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 980, Sec. 4.)
  37. 42000.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Drivers convicted of certain speeding-related infractions in specified commercial vehicles face fines up to $100 for a first conviction, up to $200 for a first conviction if the speed limit was exceeded by 10 mph or more, and up to $300 for a second or later conviction.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42000.5. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 22350, 22406, or 22407 while operating a bus, motor truck, or truck tractor having three or more axles, or any motor truck or truck tractor drawing any other vehicle, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) for a first conviction, except that if the person has exceeded the specified speed limit by 10 miles per hour or more, the fine shall not exceed two hundred dollars ($200) for a first conviction, and not exceeding three hundred dollars ($300) for a second or subsequent conviction. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 980, Sec. 1.)
  38. 42001.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section sets maximum fines for certain traffic infractions and lets some public entities adopt a bicycle fine schedule by ordinance or resolution.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001. (a) Except as provided in this code, a person convicted of an infraction for a violation of this code or of a local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code shall be punished as follows: (1) By a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100). (2) For a second infraction occurring within one year of a prior infraction that resulted in a conviction, a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200). (3) For a third or subsequent infraction occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions that resulted in convictions, a fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (b) A pedestrian convicted of an infraction for a violation of this code or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code shall be punished by a fine not exceeding fifty dollars ($50). (c) A person convicted of a violation of subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 27150.3 shall be punished by a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250), and a person convicted of a violation of subdivision (c) of Section 27150.3 shall be punished by a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000). (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a local public entity that employs peace officers, as designated under Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, the California State University, and the University of California may, by ordinance or resolution, establish a schedule of fines applicable to infractions committed by bicyclists within its jurisdiction. A fine, including all penalty assessments and court costs, established pursuant to this subdivision shall not exceed the maximum fine, including penalty assessment and court costs, otherwise authorized by this code for that violation. If a bicycle fine schedule is adopted, it shall be used by the courts having jurisdiction over the area within which the ordinance or resolution is applicable instead of the fines, including penalty assessments and court costs, otherwise applicable under this code. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 900, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  39. 42001.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted of specified traffic infractions must pay fines, and repeat offenders can face a court-ordered driver’s license suspension.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.1. (a) Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 2815 or a violation of subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 22526 at an intersection posted pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 22526 shall be punished as follows: (1) For a first conviction, a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100). (2) For a second conviction within a period of one year, a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than two hundred dollars ($200). (3) For a third or any subsequent conviction within a period of two years, a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (b) In addition to the fine specified in subdivision (a), the court may order the department to suspend the driver’s license for up to 30 days of any person convicted of a third or any subsequent conviction of Section 2815 within a period of two years, and the department shall suspend the license for the period of time so ordered. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 716, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  40. 42001.10.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of violating Section 38020 must be fined at least $50 for a first offense and at most $250 for later offenses.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.10. Every person convicted for a violation of Section 38020 shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) for a first offense, and not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for every subsequent offense. (Added by renumbering Section 42001.9 (as amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1027) by Stats. 1988, Ch. 160, Sec. 184.)
  41. 42001.11.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted of an infraction for violating Section 21655.5 or 21655.8 must pay a fine, with the amount increasing for repeat convictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.11. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 21655.5 or 21655.8 shall be punished as follows: (a) For a first conviction, a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100), nor more than one hundred fifty dollars ($150). (b) For a second conviction within a period of one year, a fine of not less than one hundred fifty dollars ($150), nor more than two hundred dollars ($200). (c) For a third or any subsequent conviction within a period of two years, a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250), nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1054, Sec. 5.)
  42. 42001.12.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 21806 must be fined, with higher fine ranges for repeat convictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.12. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 21806 shall be punished as follows: (a) For a first conviction, by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (b) For a second conviction within one year, by a fine of not less than one hundred fifty dollars ($150) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (c) For a third or any subsequent conviction within three years, by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500). (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 13, Sec. 67. Effective February 13, 1991.)
  43. 42001.13.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person who violates Section 22507.8 may receive a civil parking notice or a criminal notice to appear, and if convicted after a notice to appear, a fine applies with higher amounts for repeat offenses.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.13. (a) A person who commits a violation of Section 22507.8 is subject to either a civil notice of parking violation pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 40200) of Chapter 1 of Division 17 or a criminal notice to appear. (b) If a notice to appear is issued and upon conviction of an infraction for a violation of Section 22507.8, a person shall be punished as follows: (1) A fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than five hundred dollars ($500) for the first offense. (2) A fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) for the second offense. (3) A fine of not less than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) for three or more offenses. (c) The court may suspend the imposition of the fine if the person convicted possessed at the time of the offense, but failed to display, a valid special identification license plate issued pursuant to Section 5007 or a distinguishing placard issued pursuant to Section 22511.55 or 22511.59. (d) A fine imposed under this section may be paid in installments if the court determines that the defendant is unable to pay the entire amount in one payment. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 328, Sec. 233. (SB 1330) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  44. 42001.14.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted of an infraction for altering a required pollution control device must pay a fine, with higher fines for repeat convictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.14. (a) Every person convicted of an infraction for the offense of disconnecting, modifying, or altering a required pollution control device in violation of Section 27156 shall be punished as follows: (1) For a first conviction, by a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50), nor more than one hundred dollars ($100). (2) For a second or subsequent conviction, by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100), nor more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (b) (1) The fines collected under subdivision (a) shall be allocated pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 42001.2. (2) The amounts allocated pursuant to paragraph (1) to the air pollution control district or air quality management district in which the infraction occurred shall first be allocated to the State Air Resources Board and the Bureau of Automotive Repair to pay the costs of the state board and the bureau under Article 8 (commencing with Section 44080) of Chapter 5 of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code. (3) The funds collected under subdivision (a) which are not required for purposes of paragraph (2) shall be used for the enforcement of Section 27156 or for the implementation of Article 8 (commencing with Section 44080) of Chapter 5 of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 972, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  45. 42001.15.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of certain specified infractions must be fined $100.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.15. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of subdivision (a) or (c) of Section 21453, subdivision (c) of Section 21454, or subdivision (a) of Section 21457 shall be punished by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100). (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 852, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  46. 42001.16.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted of specified railroad-grade-crossing or related traffic infractions must pay escalating fines, and a court in certain counties may also require traffic school.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.16. (a) Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of subdivision (c) of Section 21752, subdivision (c) of Section 22526, or Section 22450, involving railroad grade crossings, or Section 22451 or 22452 shall be punished as follows: (1) For the first infraction, by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100). (2) For a second infraction of any of the offenses described in this subdivision occurring within one year of a prior infraction that resulted in a conviction, by a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200). (3) For a third or any subsequent infraction of any of the offenses described in this subdivision occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions that resulted in convictions, by a fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (b) In addition to the fine imposed pursuant to subdivision (a), a court, in a county in which Section 369b of the Penal Code applies, may require the person to attend a traffic school as described in Section 369b of the Penal Code. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 716, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  47. 42001.17.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted of an infraction for violating Section 21951 must pay a fine, with higher fines for repeat infractions within one year.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.17. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 21951 shall be punished as follows: (a) For the first infraction, by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100). (b) For a second infraction for a violation of Section 21951 occurring within one year of a prior infraction of violating of that section that resulted in a conviction, by a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200), as provided in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 42001. (c) For a third or any subsequent infraction for a violation of Section 21951 occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions of violating that section that resulted in convictions, by a fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250), as provided in paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 42001. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 833, Sec. 14. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  48. 42001.18.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 21971 must be fined $220 for a first offense, $320 for a second offense within one year of a prior conviction, and $370 for a third or later offense within one year of two or more prior convictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.18. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 21971 shall be punished as follows: (a) For the first infraction, by a fine of two hundred twenty dollars ($220). (b) For a second infraction for a violation of Section 21971 occurring within one year of a prior violation of that section that resulted in a conviction, by a fine of three hundred twenty dollars ($320). (c) For a third or any subsequent infraction for a violation of Section 21971 occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions of violating that section that resulted in convictions by a fine of three hundred seventy dollars ($370). (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 833, Sec. 15. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  49. 42001.19.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of violating Section 21070 must pay a fine of $70 if the violation involves bodily injury, or $95 if it involves great bodily injury.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.19. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person convicted of a violation of Section 21070 is punishable, as follows: (a) For a violation involving bodily injury, by a fine of seventy dollars ($70). (b) For a violation involving great bodily injury, as defined in Section 12022.7 of the Penal Code, by a fine of ninety-five dollars ($95). (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 898, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  50. 42001.2.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section sets fine ranges for certain traffic infractions involving Sections 27153.5 and 27153, based on vehicle weight and whether it is a first or repeat offense.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.2. (a) A person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 27153.5 with a motor vehicle having a manufacturer’s maximum gross vehicle weight rating of 6,001 or more pounds is punishable by a fine for the first offense of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500), and for a second or subsequent offense within one year of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000). (b) A person convicted of an infraction for a second or subsequent violation of Section 27153, or a second or subsequent violation of 27153.5, with a motor vehicle having a manufacturer’s maximum gross vehicle weight rating of less than 6,001 pounds, is punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred thirty-five dollars ($135) nor more than two hundred eighty-five dollars ($285). (c) Notwithstanding Section 40616, the penalties in subdivision (b) apply when a person is guilty of willfully violating a written promise to correct, or willfully failing to deliver proof of correction, as prescribed in Section 40616, when an offense described in subdivision (b) was the violation for which the notice to correct was issued and the person was previously convicted of the same offense, except that costs of repair shall be limited to those specified in Section 44017 of the Health and Safety Code. (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to Section 1463.15 of the Penal Code, revenues collected from fines and forfeitures imposed under this section shall be allocated as follows: 15 percent to the county in which the prosecution is conducted, 10 percent to the prosecuting agency, 25 percent to the enforcement agency, except the Department of the California Highway Patrol, and 50 percent to the air quality management district or air pollution control district in which the infraction occurred, to be used for programs to regulate or control emissions from vehicular sources of air pollution. If the enforcement agency is the Department of the California Highway Patrol, the revenues shall be allocated 25 percent to the county in which the prosecution is conducted, 25 percent to the prosecuting agency, and 50 percent to the air quality management district or air pollution control district in which the infraction occurred. If no prosecuting agency is involved, the revenues that would otherwise be allocated to the prosecuting agency shall instead be allocated to the air quality management district or air pollution control district in which the infraction occurred. (e) For the purposes of subdivisions (a), (b), and (c), a second or subsequent offense does not include an offense involving a different motor vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 482, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  51. 42001.20.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person who violates subdivision (b) or (c) of Section 27000 is punishable by a fine.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.20. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person who violates subdivision (b) or (c) of Section 27000 is punishable as follows: (a) By a fine of one hundred fifty dollars ($150). (b) For a second infraction occurring within one year of a prior infraction that resulted in a conviction, a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200). (c) For a third or any subsequent infraction occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions that resulted in convictions, a fine, not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 166, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  52. 42001.25.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person who violates Section 23140 is subject to a fine, with higher fines for repeat infractions within one year of prior convictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.25. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person who violates Section 23140 is punishable as follows: (a) By a fine of one hundred dollars ($100). (b) For a second infraction occurring within one year of a prior infraction that resulted in a conviction, a fine of two hundred dollars ($200). (c) For a third or any subsequent infraction occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions that resulted in convictions, a fine of three hundred dollars ($300). (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 899, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  53. 42001.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Violations of specified driver log and hours-of-service rules are punishable by fines, and one category may also lead to up to six months in county jail.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.3. (a) Violations of Section 34506.3, with respect to any regulation adopted under Section 34501 relative to the maintenance of driving logs, shall be punishable by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500). (b) Violations of subdivision (a) of Section 34506, with respect to any regulation adopted under Section 34501 relative to drivers’ hours of service, shall be punishable by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000). In addition, the violations may be punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than six months. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 631, Sec. 1.)
  54. 42001.4.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 23117 must pay a fine, with higher fine ranges for second and later infractions within one year.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.4. Every person convicted of an infraction for violation of Section 23117 shall be punished as follows: (a) By a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) nor more than one hundred dollars ($100). (b) For a second infraction occurring within one year of a prior infraction which resulted in a conviction, a fine of not less than seventy-five dollars ($75) nor more than two hundred dollars ($200). (c) For a third or any subsequent infraction occurring within one year of two or more prior infractions which resulted in convictions, a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 224, Sec. 2.)
  55. 42001.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of specified Vehicle Code infractions must be fined at least $250. The court may only suspend the part of the fine above $100, and may allow installment payments if the defendant cannot pay in full at once.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.5. (a) A person convicted of an infraction for a violation of subdivision (i) or (l) of Section 22500, or of Section 22522, shall be punished by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (b) No part of any fine imposed under this section may be suspended, except the court may suspend that portion of the fine above one hundred dollars ($100). (c) A fine imposed under this section may be paid in installments if the court determines that the defendant is unable to pay the entire amount in one payment. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 555, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  56. 42001.6.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 22511.1 must be fined $100. The court generally cannot suspend the fine, but may suspend the amount above $25 if the person had a valid zero-emission vehicle decal identification and failed to display it. The court may also allow installment payments if the defendant cannot pay all at once.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.6. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 22511.1 is punishable by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100). No part of any fine imposed shall be suspended, except the court may suspend that portion of the fine above twenty-five dollars ($25) for a violation of Section 22511.1 if the person convicted possessed at the time of the offense, but failed to display, a valid zero-emission vehicle decal identification issued pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 5205.5. The fine may be paid in installments if the court determines that the defendant is unable to pay the entire amount in one payment. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 414, Sec. 4. (SB 286) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  57. 42001.7.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted under the cited Vehicle Code sections must pay mandatory fines, and the court must also order litter pickup or graffiti cleanup.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.7. (a) Every person convicted of a violation of Section 23111 or 23112, or subdivision (a) of Section 23113, shall be punished by a mandatory fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) upon a first conviction, by a mandatory fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) upon a second conviction, and by a mandatory fine of not less than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) upon a third or subsequent conviction. In no case may the court order imprisonment in the county jail for a violation punishable under this subdivision, unless imprisonment is ordered pursuant to Section 166 of the Penal Code. (b) The court shall, in addition to the fines imposed pursuant to subdivision (a), order the offender to pick up litter or clean up graffiti at a time and place within the jurisdiction of the court as follows: (1) For a first conviction punished pursuant to subdivision (a), the court shall require the offender to pick up litter or clean up graffiti for not less than eight hours. (2) For a second conviction punished pursuant to subdivision (a), the court shall require the offender to pick up litter or clean up graffiti for not less than 16 hours. (3) For a third or subsequent conviction punished pursuant to subdivision (a), the court shall require the offender to pick up litter or clean up graffiti for not less than 24 hours. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that persons convicted of highway littering be required to bear the penalty for their actions. Therefore, the court may not suspend the mandatory fines required by subdivision (a) except in unusual cases where the interest of justice would best be served by suspension of the fine. If the court suspends imposition of any fine required by subdivision (a), it shall, as a condition of that suspension, require the offender to pick up litter or clean up graffiti at a time and place within the jurisdiction of the court for not less than eight hours for every one hundred dollars ($100) of fine suspended. The court may not suspend the order to pick up litter or clean up graffiti required by this subdivision or subdivision (b) except in unusual cases where the interest of justice would best be served by suspension of that order. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 982, Sec. 1.)
  58. 42001.8.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 4000 must pay a fine of $50 to $250.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.8. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 4000 shall be punished by a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50) and not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1126, Sec. 8. Effective September 28, 1985. Operative April 1, 1986, by Sec. 12 of Ch. 1126.)
  59. 42001.9.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of an infraction for violating Section 23135 must be fined $50.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42001.9. Every person convicted of an infraction for a violation of Section 23135 shall be punished by a fine of fifty dollars ($50). (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 421.)
  60. 42002.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of a misdemeanor for violating the Vehicle Code is generally subject to a fine, jail time, or both, unless the code expressly provides a different penalty.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42002. Unless a different penalty is expressly provided by this code, every person convicted of a misdemeanor for a violation of any of the provisions of this code shall be punished by a fine of not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1092, Sec. 404. Effective September 27, 1983. Operative January 1, 1984, by Sec. 427 of Ch. 1092.)
  61. 42002.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    People convicted under this section may face escalating fines or jail time, depending on whether it is the first, second, or later conviction within one year.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42002.1. A person convicted of a misdemeanor violation of Section 2800, 2801, or 2803, insofar as it affects a failure to stop and submit to inspection of equipment or for an unsafe condition endangering a person, shall be punished as follows: (a) By a fine not exceeding fifty dollars ($50) or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding five days. (b) For a second conviction within a period of one year, a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 10 days, or both that fine and imprisonment. (c) For a third or a subsequent conviction within a period of one year, a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or both that fine and imprisonment. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 898, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  62. 42002.4.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A violation of Section 10751 is punished by county jail imprisonment, with the maximum term depending on whether the property value is at or below $950 or above $950.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42002.4. A violation of Section 10751 shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months if the value of the property does not exceed nine hundred fifty dollars ($950), and by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding one year if the value of the property is more than nine hundred fifty dollars ($950). (Amended by Stats. 2009, 3rd Ex. Sess., Ch. 28, Sec. 55. (SB 18 3x) Effective January 25, 2010.)
  63. 42002.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted under Sections 10852 or 10853 faces a fine, jail time, or both if the offense involves a qualifying disabled-person vehicle and the person knew or should have known those facts.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42002.5. Notwithstanding Section 42002, every person convicted of a violation of Section 10852 or 10853 involving a vehicle that has been modified for the use of a disabled veteran or any other disabled person and that displays a special identification license plate issued pursuant to Section 5007 or a distinguishing placard issued pursuant to Section 22511.55 or 22511.59, if those facts are known or should reasonably have been known to the person, shall be punished by a fine of not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or by both the fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1149, Sec. 13. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  64. 42003.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section lets courts give a fine payment deadline or installments, and it requires ability-to-pay review for costs when requested by the defendant.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42003. (a) A judgment that a person convicted of an infraction be punished by a fine may also provide for the payment to be made within a specified time or in specified installments. A judgment granting a defendant time to pay the fine shall order that if the defendant fails to pay the fine or any installment thereof on the date that it is due, he or she shall appear in court on that date for further proceedings. Willful violation of the order is punishable as contempt. (b) A judgment that a person convicted of any other violation of this code be punished by a fine may also order, adjudge, and decree that the person be imprisoned until the fine is satisfied. In all of these cases, the judgment shall specify the extent of the imprisonment which shall not exceed one day for every thirty dollars ($30) of the fine, nor extend in this case beyond the term for which the defendant might be sentenced to imprisonment for the offense of which he or she was convicted. (c) In any case when a person appears before a traffic referee or judge of the superior court for adjudication of a violation of this code, the court, upon request of the defendant, shall consider the defendant’s ability to pay. Consideration of a defendant’s ability to pay may include his or her future earning capacity. A defendant shall bear the burden of demonstrating lack of his or her ability to pay. Express findings by the court as to the factors bearing on the amount of the fine shall not be required. The reasonable cost of these services and of probation shall not exceed the amount determined to be the actual average cost thereof. The court shall order the defendant to appear before a county officer designated by the court to make an inquiry into the ability of the defendant to pay all or a portion of those costs or the court or traffic referee may make this determination at a hearing. At that hearing, the defendant shall be entitled to have, but shall not be limited to, the opportunity to be heard in person, to present witnesses and other documentary evidence, to confront and cross-examine adverse witnesses, to disclosure of the evidence against him or her, and to a written statement of the findings of the court or the county officer. If the court determines that the defendant has the ability to pay all or part of the costs, the court shall set the amount to be reimbursed and order the defendant to pay that sum to the county in the manner in which the court believes reasonable and compatible with the defendant’s financial ability; or, with the consent of a defendant who is placed on probation, the court shall order the probation officer to set the amount of payment, which shall not exceed the maximum amount set by the court, and the manner in which the payment shall be made to the county. In making a determination of whether a defendant has the ability to pay, the court shall take into account the amount of any fine imposed upon the defendant and any amount the defendant has been ordered to pay in restitution. The court may hold additional hearings during the probationary period. If practicable, the court or the probation officer shall order payments to be made on a monthly basis. Execution may be issued on the order in the same manner as a judgment in a civil action. The order to pay all or part of the costs shall not be enforced by contempt. A payment schedule for reimbursement of the costs of presentence investigation based on income shall be developed by the probation department of each county and approved by the presiding judge of the superior court. (d) The term “ability to pay” means the overall capability of the defendant to reimburse the costs, or a portion of the costs, of conducting the presentence investigation, preparing the presentence report, and probation, and includes, but is not limited to, all of the following regarding the defendant: (1) Present financial position. (2) Reasonably discernible future financial position. In no event shall the court consider a period of more than six months from the date of the hearing for purposes of determining reasonably discernible future financial position. (3) Likelihood that the defendant will be able to obtain employment within the six-month period from the date of the hearing. (4) Any other factors that may bear upon the defendant’s financial capability to reimburse the county for the costs. (e) At any time during the pendency of the judgment rendered according to the terms of this section, a defendant against whom a judgment has been rendered may petition the rendering court to modify or vacate its previous judgment on the grounds of a change of circumstances with regard to the defendant’s ability to pay the judgment. The court shall advise the defendant of this right at the time of rendering of the judgment. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 784, Sec. 605. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  65. 42004.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The court may consider a DMV written report about prior convictions when deciding the penalty, and a prior bail forfeiture counts as a conviction for this chapter.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42004. For the purpose of determining the penalty to be imposed pursuant to this code, the court may consider a written report from the Department of Motor Vehicles containing information from its records showing prior convictions; and the communication is prima facie evidence of such convictions, if the defendant admits them, regardless of whether or not the complaint commencing the proceedings has alleged prior convictions. For the purpose of this chapter a prior bail forfeiture shall be deemed to be a conviction of the offense charged. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1968, Ch. 1192.)
  66. 42004.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For certain non-felony convictions, the jail sentence may be suspended for 24 hours if the convicted person asks for it, unless the judge finds the person would not return.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42004.5. Upon conviction of any violation of any provision of this code, other than a felony violation and except this section, execution of sentence of imprisonment in the county jail shall be suspended, at the request of the convicted person, for a period of 24 hours, unless the judge determines that the person would not return. If, prior to the end of such period, the person does not deliver himself into custody for commencement of the execution of such sentence, his failure to appear shall constitute a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1184.)
  67. 42005.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Courts may let certain drivers attend traffic violator school after a guilty plea, no contest plea, conviction, or deposit, but must withhold that option in listed serious cases.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42005. (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, after a deposit of the fee under Section 42007 or bail, a plea of guilty or no contest, or a conviction, a court may order or permit a person who holds a noncommercial class C, class M1, or class M2 driver’s license who pleads guilty or who pleads no contest or who is convicted of a traffic offense to attend a traffic violator school licensed pursuant to Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 11200) of Division 5. (b) To the extent the court is in conformance with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, and except as otherwise provided in this section, the court may, after deposit of the fee under Section 42007 or bail, order or permit a person who holds a class A, class B, or commercial class C driver’s license, who pleads guilty or no contest or is convicted of a traffic offense, to complete a course of instruction at a licensed traffic violator school if the person was operating a vehicle requiring only a class C license, or a class M license. The court may not order that the record of conviction be kept confidential. However, the conviction shall not be added to a violation point count for purposes of determining whether a driver is presumed to be a negligent operator under Section 12810.5. (c) The court shall not order that a conviction of an offense be kept confidential according to Section 1808.7, order or permit avoidance of consideration of violation point counts under subdivision (b), or permit a person, regardless of the driver’s license class, to complete a program at a licensed traffic violator school in lieu of adjudicating an offense if any of the following applies to the offense: (1) It occurred in a commercial motor vehicle, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 15210. (2) Is a violation of Section 20001, 20002, 23103, 23104, 23105, 23140, 23152, or 23153, or of Section 23103, as specified in Section 23103.5. (3) It is a violation described in subdivision (d) or (e) of Section 12810. (d) A person ordered to attend a traffic violator school pursuant to subdivision (a) or (b) may choose the traffic violator school the person will attend. The court shall provide to each person subject to that order or referral the department’s current list of licensed traffic violator schools. (e) A person who fails to comply with a court order to attend traffic violator school shall not be assessed any additional penalties for their failure to comply, however the provisions of Section 1808.7 shall not apply to a person who fails to attend traffic violator school. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 85, Sec. 2. (AB 466) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  68. 42005.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A court may order a person assigned to traffic violator school to take a study of licensed traffic violator schools instead.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42005.1. The court may order a person designated to attend a traffic violator school to instead participate in a study of traffic violator schools licensed pursuant to Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 11200) of Division 5. The person’s participation in that study constitutes attending a licensed traffic violator school program. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 599, Sec. 13.7. (AB 2499) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  69. 42005.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A local authority may not let a person accused of a traffic offense use driver awareness, education, or other diversion programs instead of the code’s required procedure.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42005.3. (a) A local authority shall not allow a person who is alleged to have committed a traffic offense in violation of this code, or an ordinance or resolution adopted under this code, to participate in a driver awareness or education program or in any other diversion program as an alternative to the procedure required to be followed under this code for alleged violations of this code. (b) This section does not apply to a diversion program sanctioned by local law enforcement for a person who committed an infraction not involving a motor vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 306, Sec. 1. (AB 902) Effective January 1, 2016.)
  70. 42005.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Attendance at a traffic violator school may not be counted in average daily attendance for state funding calculations.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42005.5. Notwithstanding Section 46300 or 84500 of the Education Code or any other provision of law, on and after September 1, 1985, attendance at a school for traffic violators permitted or ordered pursuant to Section 41501 or 42005 shall not be included in computing the average daily attendance of any school district, community college district, or other public educational institution for purposes of allocation of state funds. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 599, Sec. 15. (AB 2499) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  71. 42006.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Courts with night or weekend sessions may levy a $1 special assessment on covered fines and fees, with exceptions for parking offenses and a waiver when the defendant is imprisoned until the fine is paid.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42006. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (c), there may be levied a special assessment in an amount equal to one dollar ($1) for every fine, forfeiture, and traffic violator school fee imposed and collected by any court that conducts a night or weekend session of the court, on all offenses involving a violation of a section of this code or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code, except offenses relating to parking. (b) When a person makes a deposit of bail for an offense to which this section applies, in a case in which the person is required to appear in a court that conducts a night or weekend session, the person making the deposit shall also deposit a sufficient amount to include the assessment prescribed in this section for forfeited bail. If bail is forfeited, the amount of the assessment shall be transmitted by the clerk of the court to the county treasury for disposition as prescribed by subdivision (d). (c) If a court conducts night or weekend sessions at two or more locations, the court may do either of the following: (1) Levy assessments only on those persons who are required to appear at the location where night or weekend sessions are held. (2) Levy assessments on persons who have the option to appear at a location where night or weekend court sessions are held and that is within 25 miles of the location of the court where the person is otherwise required to appear. (d) After a determination by the court of the amount of the assessment due, the clerk of the court shall collect the amount and transmit it as provided in subdivision (g). (e) In any case where a person convicted of any offense to which this section applies is imprisoned until the fine is satisfied, the court shall waive the penalty assessment. (f) As used in subdivisions (g) and (h), the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “Court Facilities Trust Fund” means the fund established by Section 70352 of the Government Code. (2) “Location” means a court facility holding night or weekend sessions under this section. (3) “Transfer of responsibility” means the transfer of responsibility for court facilities from the counties to the state pursuant to Chapter 5.7 (commencing with Section 70301) of Title 8 of the Government Code. (g) (1) If transfer of responsibility for a location has occurred, the clerk shall collect any assessment imposed pursuant to subdivision (c) and transmit it to the Court Facilities Trust Fund. Moneys deposited pursuant to this subdivision shall be used for any purpose provided by subdivision (b) of Section 70352 of the Government Code. (2) If transfer of responsibility for a location has not occurred, the clerk shall collect any assessment imposed pursuant to subdivision (c) and transmit it to the county treasury to be deposited in the night court session fund, and the moneys in the fund shall be expended by the county for maintaining courts for which transfer of responsibility has not occurred and that have night or weekend sessions for traffic offenses. (h) (1) The county treasurer of each county shall transfer from the night court session fund to the Court Facilities Trust Fund an amount that is the same percentage of the night court session fund as of January 1, 2009, as the square footage of locations for which transfer of responsibility has occurred on or before January 1, 2009, is to the total square footage of locations. (2) For locations for which transfer of responsibility occurs after January 1, 2009, the county treasurer shall, at the time of transfer of any location, transfer from the night court session fund to the Court Facilities Trust Fund an amount that is the same percentage of the night court session fund as the square footage of the location for which transfer of responsibility is occurring is to the sum of the square footage of locations for which transfer of responsibility has not occurred and the square footage of the location being transferred. (3) Upon the transfer of responsibility for all locations, the county treasurer shall transfer to the Court Facilities Trust Fund any amount remaining in the night court session fund. (4) Any expenditures made from the fund for a purpose other than those specified in paragraph (2) of subdivision (g) shall be repaid to the state for deposit in the Court Facilities Trust Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 218, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  72. 42007.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The clerk must collect a traffic violator school fee, based on total bail, and may accept installment payments under stated conditions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42007. (a) (1) The clerk of the court shall collect a fee from every person who is ordered or permitted to attend a traffic violator school pursuant to Section 41501 or 42005 in an amount equal to the total bail set forth for the eligible offense on the uniform countywide bail schedule. As used in this subdivision, “total bail” means the amount established pursuant to Section 1269b of the Penal Code in accordance with the Uniform Bail and Penalty Schedule adopted by the Judicial Council, including all assessments, surcharges, and penalty amounts. Where multiple offenses are charged in a single notice to appear, the “total bail” is the amount applicable for the greater of the qualifying offenses. However, the court may determine a lesser fee under this subdivision upon a showing that the defendant is unable to pay the full amount. The fee shall not include the cost, or any part thereof, of traffic safety instruction offered by a traffic violator school. (2) The clerk may accept from a defendant who is ordered or permitted to attend traffic violator school a payment of at least 10 percent of the fee required by paragraph (1) upon filing a written agreement by the defendant to pay the remainder of the fee according to an installment payment schedule of no more than 90 days as agreed upon with the court. The Judicial Council shall prescribe the form of the agreement for payment of the fee in installments. When the defendant signs the Judicial Council form for payment of the fee in installments, the court shall continue the case to the date in the agreement to complete payment of the fee and submit the certificate of completion of traffic violator school to the court. The clerk shall collect a fee of up to thirty-five dollars ($35) to cover administrative and clerical costs for processing an installment payment of the traffic violator school fee under this paragraph. (3) If a defendant fails to make an installment payment of the fee according to an installment agreement, the court may convert the fee to bail, declare it forfeited, and report the forfeiture as a conviction under Section 1803. The court may also charge a failure to pay under Section 40508 and impose a civil assessment as provided in Section 1214.1 of the Penal Code or issue an arrest warrant for a failure to pay. For the purposes of reporting a conviction under this subdivision to the department under Section 1803, the date that the court declares the bail forfeited shall be reported as the date of conviction. (b) Revenues derived from the fee collected under this section shall be deposited in accordance with Section 68084 of the Government Code in the general fund of the county and, as may be applicable, distributed as follows: (1) In any county in which a fund is established pursuant to Section 76100 or 76101 of the Government Code, the sum of one dollar ($1) for each fund so established shall be deposited with the county treasurer and placed in that fund. (2) In any county that has established a Maddy Emergency Medical Services Fund pursuant to Section 1797.98a of the Health and Safety Code, an amount equal to the sum of each two dollars ($2) for every seven dollars ($7) that would have been collected pursuant to Section 76000 of the Government Code and, commencing January 1, 2009, an amount equal to the sum of each two dollars ($2) for every ten dollars ($10) that would have been collected pursuant to Section 76000.5 of the Government Code with respect to those counties to which that section is applicable shall be deposited in that fund. Nothing in the act that added this paragraph shall be interpreted in a manner that would result in either of the following: (A) The utilization of penalty assessment funds that had been set aside, on or before January 1, 2000, to finance debt service on a capital facility that existed before January 1, 2000. (B) The reduction of the availability of penalty assessment revenues that had been pledged, on or before January 1, 2000, as a means of financing a facility which was approved by a county board of supervisors, but on January 1, 2000, is not under construction. (3) The amount of the fee that is attributable to Section 70372 of the Government Code shall be transferred pursuant to subdivision (f) of that section. (c) For fees resulting from city arrests, an amount equal to the amount of base fines that would have been deposited in the treasury of the appropriate city pursuant to paragraph (3) of subdivision (b) of Section 1463.001 of the Penal Code shall be deposited in the treasury of the appropriate city. (d) The clerk of the court, in a county that offers traffic school shall include in any courtesy notice mailed to a defendant for an offense that qualifies for traffic school attendance the following statement: NOTICE: If you are eligible and decide not to attend traffic school your automobile insurance may be adversely affected. For drivers with a noncommercial driver’s license, one conviction in any 18-month period will be held confidential and not show on your driving record if you complete a traffic violator school program. For drivers with a commercial driver’s license, one conviction in any 18-month period will show on your driving record without a violation point if you complete a traffic violator school program. (e) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a county that has established a Maddy Emergency Medical Services Fund pursuant to Section 1797.98a of the Health and Safety Code shall not be held liable for having deposited into the fund, prior to January 1, 2009, an amount equal to two dollars ($2) for every ten dollars ($10) that would have been collected pursuant to Section 76000.5 of the Government Code from revenues derived from traffic violator school fees collected pursuant to this section. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 523, Sec. 31. (SB 788) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  73. 42007.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The clerk must collect an amount tied to the eligible offense bail schedule, including a $49 fee and other specified fees. The $49 fee revenue goes to the county general fund, and 51% of collected amounts deposited there must be sent monthly to the Controller. The traffic violator school monitoring fee is allocated to the department.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42007.1. (a) The amount collected by the clerk pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 42007 shall be in an amount equal to the total bail set forth for the eligible offense on the uniform countywide bail schedule plus a forty-nine-dollar ($49) fee, and a fee determined by the department to be sufficient to defray the cost of routine monitoring of traffic violator school instruction pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11208, and a fee, if any, established by the court pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11205.2 to defray the costs incurred by a traffic assistance program. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (b) of Section 42007, the revenue from the forty-nine-dollar ($49) fee collected under this section shall be deposited in the county general fund. Fifty-one percent of the amount collected under this section and deposited into the county general fund shall be transmitted therefrom monthly to the Controller for deposit in the State Court Facilities Construction Fund, established in Section 70371 of the Government Code. (c) The fee assessed pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11208 shall be allocated to the department to defray the costs of monitoring traffic violator school instruction. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 79, Sec. 38. (AB 143) Effective July 16, 2021.)
  74. 42007.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Traffic violator school fee revenues are split: 30% goes to the city or county general fund where the offense occurred, and the rest is deposited by the county treasurer. The section does not apply to the separate $49 court administrative fee.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42007.3. (a) Notwithstanding Section 42007, revenues derived from fees collected under Section 42007 from each person required or permitted to attend traffic violator school pursuant to Section 41501 or 42005 as a result of a violation of subdivision (a) or (c) of Section 21453, subdivision (c) of Section 21454, or subdivision (a) of Section 21457 shall be allocated as follows: (1) The first 30 percent of the amount collected shall be allocated to the general fund of the city or county in which the offense occurred. (2) The balance of the amount collected shall be deposited by the county treasurer under Section 42007. (b) This section does not apply to the additional forty-nine-dollar ($49) court administrative fee assessed pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11208 collected under subdivision (a) of Section 42007.1. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 599, Sec. 18. (AB 2499) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  75. 42007.4.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Fees from certain traffic violator school cases are split: 30% goes to a transit district/transportation commission or, if none serves the area, to the county; the rest is deposited under Penal Code Section 1463.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42007.4. (a) Notwithstanding Section 42007, revenues derived from fees collected under Section 42007 from each person required or permitted to attend traffic violator school pursuant to Section 369b of the Penal Code as a result of a violation of subdivision (c) of Section 21752, involving railroad grade crossings, or Section 22451 or 22452 shall be allocated as follows: (1) If the offense occurred in an area where a transit district or transportation commission established under Division 12 (commencing with Section 130000) of the Public Utilities Code provides rail transportation, the first 30 percent of the amount collected shall be allocated to the general fund of that transit district or transportation commission to be used only for public safety and public education purposes relating to railroad grade crossings. (2) If there is no transit district or transportation commission providing rail transportation in the area where the offense occurred, the first 30 percent of the amount collected shall be allocated to the general fund of the county in which the offense occurred, to be used only for public safety and public education purposes relating to railroad grade crossings. (3) The balance of the amount collected shall be deposited by the county treasurer under Section 1463 of the Penal Code. (4) A transit district, transportation commission, or a county that is allocated funds pursuant to paragraph (1) or (2) shall provide public safety and public education relating to railroad grade crossings only to the extent that those purposes are funded by the allocations provided pursuant to paragraph (1) or (2). (b) This section does not apply to the additional forty-nine-dollar ($49) court administrative fee assessed pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11208 collected under subdivision (a) of Section 42007.1. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 599, Sec. 19. (AB 2499) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  76. 42008.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Counties may run an amnesty program for certain delinquent Vehicle Code fines and bail, and courts must implement it and handle payments and deposits as specified.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42008. (a) Any county may operate an amnesty program for delinquent fines and bail imposed for an infraction or misdemeanor violation of the Vehicle Code, except parking violations of the Vehicle Code and violations of Section 23103, 23104, 23152, or 23153. The program shall be implemented by the courts in accordance with Judicial Council guidelines, and shall apply to infraction or misdemeanor violations of the Vehicle Code, except parking violations, upon which a fine or bail was delinquent on or before April 1, 1991. (b) Under the amnesty program, any person owing a fine or bail due on or before April 1, 1991, that was imposed for an infraction or misdemeanor violation of the Vehicle Code, except violations of Section 23103, 23104, 23152, or 23153 or parking violations, may pay to the superior court the amount scheduled by the court, which shall be either (1) 70 percent of the total fine or bail or (2) the amount of one hundred dollars ($100) for an infraction or five hundred dollars ($500) for a misdemeanor. This amount shall be accepted by the court in full satisfaction of the delinquent fine or bail. (c) No criminal action shall be brought against any person for a delinquent fine or bail paid under this amnesty program and no other additional penalties shall be assessed for the late payment of the fine or bail made under the amnesty program. (d) Notwithstanding Section 1463 of the Penal Code, the total amount of funds collected by the courts pursuant to the amnesty program created by this section shall be deposited in the county treasury. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 784, Sec. 606. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  77. 42008.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Counties may run a one-time amnesty program for certain delinquent fines and bail, and eligible people may pay a court-set amount to satisfy the debt.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42008.5. (a) A county may establish a one-time amnesty program for fines and bail that have been delinquent for not less than six months as of the date upon which the program commences and were imposed for an infraction or misdemeanor violation of this code, except parking violations of this code and violations of Section 23103, 23104, 23105, 23152, or 23153. (b) A person owing a fine or bail that is eligible for amnesty under the program may pay to the superior or juvenile court the amount scheduled by the court, that shall be accepted by the court in full satisfaction of the delinquent fine or bail and shall be either of the following: (1) Seventy percent of the total fine or bail. (2) The amount of one hundred dollars ($100) for an infraction or five hundred dollars ($500) for a misdemeanor. (c) The amnesty program shall be implemented by the courts of the county on a one-time basis and conducted in accordance with Judicial Council guidelines for a period of not less than 120 days. The program shall operate not longer than six months from the date the court initiates the program. (d) No criminal action shall be brought against a person for a delinquent fine or bail paid under the amnesty program and no other additional penalties, except as provided in Section 1214.1 of the Penal Code, shall be assessed for the late payment of the fine or bail made under the amnesty program. (e) Notwithstanding Section 1463 of the Penal Code, the total amount of funds collected by the courts pursuant to the amnesty program shall be deposited in the county treasury until 150 percent of the cost of operating the program, excluding capital expenditures, have been so deposited. Thereafter, 37 percent of the amount of the delinquent fines and bail deposited in the county treasury shall be distributed by the county pursuant to Section 1464 of the Penal Code, 26 percent of the amount deposited shall be distributed by the county pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 76100) of Chapter 12 of Title 8 of the Government Code, and the remaining 37 percent of the amount deposited shall be retained by the county. (f) The deposit of fines and bails in the county treasury as described in subdivision (e) is limited to the amnesty program described in this section, and it is the intent of the Legislature that it shall not be considered a precedent with respect to affecting programs that receive funding pursuant to Section 1463 of the Penal Code. (g) Each county participating in the program shall file, not later than six months after the termination of the program, a written report with the Assembly Committee on Judiciary and the Senate Committee on Judiciary. The report shall summarize the amount of money collected, operating costs of the program, distribution of funds collected, and when possible, how the funds were expended. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 682, Sec. 21. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  78. 42008.7.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section requires each county to establish a one-time amnesty program for eligible fines and bail, with reporting, guideline, payment, and deposit rules.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42008.7. (a) The State of California continues to face a fiscal and economic crisis affecting the State Budget and the overall state economy. In light of this crisis, a one-time infraction amnesty program would do the following: (1) Provide relief to individuals who have found themselves in violation of a court-ordered obligation because they are financially unable to pay traffic bail or fines. (2) Provide increased revenue at a time when revenue is scarce by encouraging payment of old fines that have remained unpaid. (3) Allow courts and counties to resolve older delinquent cases and focus limited resources on collecting on more recent cases. (b) A one-time amnesty program for fines and bail meeting the eligibility requirements set forth in subdivision (e) shall be established in each county. Unless agreed otherwise by the court and the county in writing, the government entities that are responsible for the collection of delinquent court-ordered debt shall be responsible for implementation of the amnesty program as to that debt, maintaining the same division of responsibility in place with respect to the collection of court-ordered debt under subdivision (b) of Section 1463.010 of the Penal Code. (c) As used in this section, the term “fine” or “bail” refers to the total amounts due in connection with a specific violation, which include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Base fine or bail, as established by court order, by statute, or by the court’s bail schedule. (2) Penalty assessments imposed pursuant to Section 1464 of the Penal Code and Sections 70372, 76000, 76000.5, 76104.6, and 76104.7 of the Government Code. (3) Civil assessment imposed pursuant to Section 1214.1 of the Penal Code. (4) State surcharge imposed pursuant to Section 1465.7 of the Penal Code. (5) Court security fee imposed pursuant to Section 1465.8 of the Penal Code. (d) In addition to and at the same time as the mandatory one-time amnesty program is established pursuant to subdivision (b), the court and the county may jointly agree to extend that amnesty program to fines and bail imposed for a misdemeanor violation of this code and a violation of Section 853.7 of the Penal Code added to the misdemeanor case otherwise subject to the amnesty. The amnesty program authorized pursuant to this subdivision shall not apply to parking violations and violations of Section 23103, 23104, 23105, 23152, or 23153 of this code. (e) Violations are only eligible for amnesty if paragraph (1), (2), or (3) applies and the requirements of paragraphs (4), (5), and (6) are met: (1) The violation is an infraction violation filed with the court. (2) It is a violation of subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 40508, or a violation of Section 853.7 of the Penal Code added to the case subject to paragraph (1). (3) The violation is a misdemeanor violation filed with the court to which subdivision (d) applies. (4) The due date for payment of the fine or bail was on or before January 1, 2009. (5) The defendant does not owe victim restitution on any case within the county. (6) There are no outstanding misdemeanor or felony warrants for the defendant within the county, except for misdemeanor warrants for misdemeanor violations authorized by the court and the county pursuant to subdivision (d). (f) Each amnesty program shall accept, in full satisfaction of any eligible fine or bail, 50 percent of the fine or bail amount, as defined in subdivision (c) of this section. Payment of a fine or bail under an amnesty program implemented pursuant to this section shall be accepted beginning January 1, 2012, and ending June 30, 2012. The Judicial Council shall adopt guidelines for the amnesty program no later than November 1, 2011, and each program shall be conducted in accordance with Judicial Council guidelines. (g) No criminal action shall be brought against a person for a delinquent fine or bail paid under the amnesty program. (h) The total amount of funds collected under the amnesty program shall as soon as practical after receipt thereof be deposited in the county treasury or the account established under Section 77009 of the Government Code. Any unreimbursed costs of operating the amnesty program, excluding capital expenditures, may be deducted from the revenues collected under the amnesty program by the court or the county that incurred the expense of operating the program. Notwithstanding Section 1203.1d of the Penal Code, the remaining revenues collected under the amnesty program shall be distributed on a pro rata basis in the same manner as a partial payment distributed pursuant to Section 1462.5 of the Penal Code. (i) Each court or county implementing an amnesty program shall file, not later than September 30, 2012, a written report with the Judicial Council, on a form approved by the Judicial Council. The report shall include information about the number of cases resolved, the amount of money collected, and the operating costs of the amnesty program. Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, on or before December 31, 2012, the Judicial Council shall submit a report to the Legislature summarizing the information provided by each court or county. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 662, Sec. 1. (AB 1358) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  79. 42008.8.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section creates a one-time county amnesty program for eligible unpaid traffic fines and bail, sets payment amounts, and requires related courts, counties, the Judicial Council, and DMV actions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42008.8. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that a one-time infraction amnesty program would do all of the following: (1) Provide relief to individuals who have found themselves in violation of a court-ordered obligation because they have unpaid traffic bail or fines. (2) Provide relief to individuals who have found themselves in violation of a court-ordered obligation or who have had their driving privileges suspended pursuant to Section 13365. (3) Provide increased revenue at a time when revenue is scarce by encouraging payment of old fines that have remained unpaid. (4) Allow courts and counties to resolve older delinquent cases and focus limited resources on collections for more recent cases. (b) A one-time amnesty program for unpaid fines and bail meeting the eligibility requirements set forth in subdivision (g) shall be established in each county. Unless agreed otherwise by the court and the county in writing, the government entities that are responsible for the collection of delinquent court-ordered debt shall be responsible for implementation of the amnesty program as to that debt, maintaining the same division of responsibility in place with respect to the collection of court-ordered debt under subdivision (b) of Section 1463.010 of the Penal Code. (c) As used in this section, the term “fine” or “bail” refers to the total amounts due in connection with a specific violation, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (1) Base fine or bail, as established by court order, by statute, or by the court’s bail schedule. (2) Penalty assessments imposed pursuant to Section 1464 of the Penal Code, and Sections 70372, 76000, 76000.5, 76104.6, and 76104.7 of, and paragraph (1) of subdivision (c) of Section 76000.10 of, the Government Code, and Section 42006 of this code. (3) State surcharges imposed pursuant to Section 1465.7 of the Penal Code. (4) Court operations assessments imposed pursuant to Section 1465.8 of the Penal Code. (5) Criminal conviction assessments pursuant to Section 70373 of the Government Code. (d) Notwithstanding subdivision (c), any civil assessment imposed pursuant to Section 1214.1 of the Penal Code shall not be collected, nor shall the payment of that assessment be a requirement of participation in the amnesty program. (e) Concurrent with the amnesty program established pursuant to subdivision (b), between October 1, 2015, to March 31, 2017, inclusive, the following shall apply: (1) The court shall, within 90 days, issue and file the appropriate certificate pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 40509 for any participant of the one-time amnesty program established pursuant to subdivision (b) demonstrating that the participant has appeared in court, paid the fine, or otherwise satisfied the court, if the driving privilege of that participant was suspended pursuant to Section 13365 in connection with a specific violation described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subdivision (g). For applications submitted prior to January 1, 2017, that remain outstanding as of that date, the court shall issue and file the certificate no later than March 31, 2017. For applications submitted on or before March 31, 2017, all terms and procedures related to the participant’s payment plans shall remain in effect after March 31, 2017. (2) The court shall, within 90 days, issue and file with the department the appropriate certificate pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 40509 for any person in good standing in a comprehensive collection program pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 1463.007 of the Penal Code demonstrating that the person has appeared in court, paid the fine, or otherwise satisfied the court, if the driving privilege was suspended pursuant to Section 13365 in connection with a specific violation described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subdivision (g). For applications submitted prior to January 1, 2017, that remain outstanding as of that date, the court shall issue and file the certificate no later than March 31, 2017. For applications submitted on or before March 31, 2017, all terms and procedures related to the participant’s payment plans shall remain in effect after March 31, 2017. (3) Any person who is eligible for a driver’s license pursuant to Section 12801, 12801.5, or 12801.9 shall be eligible for the amnesty program established pursuant to subdivision (b) for any specific violation described in subdivision (g). The department shall issue a driver’s license to any person who is eligible pursuant to Section 12801, 12801.5, or 12801.9 if the person is participating in the amnesty program and is otherwise eligible for the driver’s license but for the fines or bail to be collected through the program. (4) The Department of Motor Vehicles shall not deny reinstating the driving privilege of any person who participates in the amnesty program established pursuant to subdivision (b) for any fines or bail in connection with the specific violation that is the basis for participation in the amnesty program. (f) In addition to, and at the same time as, the mandatory one-time amnesty program is established pursuant to subdivision (b), the court and the county may jointly agree to extend that amnesty program to fines and bail imposed for a misdemeanor violation of this code and a violation of Section 853.7 of the Penal Code that was added to the misdemeanor case otherwise subject to the amnesty. The amnesty program authorized pursuant to this subdivision shall not apply to parking violations and violations of Sections 23103, 23104, 23105, 23152, and 23153. (g) A violation is only eligible for amnesty if paragraph (1), (2), or (3) applies, and the requirements of paragraphs (4) to (8), inclusive, are met: (1) The violation is an infraction violation filed with the court. (2) It is a violation of subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 40508, or a violation of Section 853.7 of the Penal Code that was added to the case subject to paragraph (1). (3) The violation is a misdemeanor violation filed with the court to which subdivision (f) applies. (4) The initial due date for payment of the fine or bail was on or before January 1, 2013. (5) There are no outstanding misdemeanor or felony warrants for the defendant within the county, except for misdemeanor warrants for misdemeanor violations subject to this section. (6) The person does not owe victim restitution on any case within the county. (7) The person has not made any payments for the violation after September 30, 2015, to a comprehensive collection program in the county pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 1463.007 of the Penal Code. (8) The person filed a request with the court on or before March 31, 2017. (h) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), each amnesty program shall accept, in full satisfaction of any eligible fine or bail, 50 percent of the fine or bail amount, as defined in subdivision (c). (2) If the participant certifies under penalty of perjury that he or she receives any of the public benefits listed in subdivision (a) of Section 68632 of the Government Code or is within the conditions described in subdivision (b) of Section 68632 of the Government Code, the amnesty program shall accept, in full satisfaction of any eligible fine or bail, 20 percent of the fine or bail amount, as defined in subdivision (c). (i) The Judicial Council, in consultation with the California State Association of Counties, shall adopt guidelines for the amnesty program no later than October 1, 2015, and each program shall be conducted in accordance with the Judicial Council’s guidelines. As part of its guidelines, the Judicial Council shall include all of the following: (1) Each court or county responsible for implementation of the amnesty program pursuant to subdivision (b) shall recover costs pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 1463.007 of the Penal Code and may charge an amnesty program fee of fifty dollars ($50) that may be collected with the receipt of the first payment of a participant. (2) A payment plan option created pursuant to Judicial Council guidelines in which a monthly payment is equal to the amount that an eligible participant can afford to pay per month consistent with Sections 68633 and 68634 of the Government Code. If a participant chooses the payment plan option, the county or court shall collect all relevant information to allow for collection by the Franchise Tax Board pursuant to existing protocols prescribed by the Franchise Tax Board to collect delinquent debts of any amount in which a participant is delinquent or otherwise in default under his or her amnesty payment plan. (3) If a participant does not comply with the terms of his or her payment plan under the amnesty program, including failing to make one or more payments, the appropriate agency shall send a notice to the participant that he or she has failed to make one or more payments and that the participant has 30 days to either resume making payments or to request that the agency change the payment amount. If the participant fails to respond to the notice within 30 days, the appropriate agency may refer the participant to the Franchise Tax Board for collection of any remaining balance owed, including an amount equal to the reasonable administrative costs incurred by the Franchise Tax Board to collect the delinquent amount owed. The Franchise Tax Board shall collect any delinquent amounts owed pursuant to existing protocols prescribed by the Franchise Tax Board. The comprehensive collection program may also utilize additional collection efforts pursuant to Section 1463.007 of the Penal Code, except for subparagraph (C) of paragraph (4) of subdivision (c) of that section. (4) A plan for outreach that will, at a minimum, make available via an Internet Web site relevant information regarding the amnesty program, including how an individual may participate in the amnesty program. (5) The Judicial Council shall reimburse costs incurred by the Department of Motor Vehicles up to an amount not to exceed two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000), including all of the following: (A) Providing on a separate insert with each motor vehicle registration renewal notice a summary of the amnesty program established pursuant to this section that is compliant with Section 7292 of the Government Code. (B) Posting on the department’s Internet Web site information regarding the amnesty program. (C) Personnel costs associated with the amnesty program. (j) The Judicial Council, in consultation with the department, may, within its existing resources, consider, adopt, or develop recommendations for an appropriate mechanism or mechanisms to allow reinstatement of the driving privilege of any person who otherwise meets the criteria for amnesty but who has violations in more than one county. (k) A criminal action shall not be brought against a person for a delinquent fine or bail paid under the amnesty program. (l) (1) The total amount of funds collected under the amnesty program shall, as soon as practical after receipt thereof, be deposited in the county treasury or the account established under Section 77009 of the Government Code. After acceptance of the amount specified in subdivision (h), notwithstanding Section 1203.1d of the Penal Code, the remaining revenues collected under the amnesty program shall be distributed on a pro rata basis in the same manner as a partial payment distributed pursuant to Section 1462.5 of the Penal Code. (2) Notwithstanding Section 1464 of the Penal Code, the amount of funds collected pursuant to this section that would be available for distribution pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 1464 of the Penal Code shall instead be distributed as follows: (A) The first two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) received shall be transferred to the Judicial Council. (B) Following the transfer of the funds described in subparagraph (A), once a month, both of the following transfers shall occur: (i) An amount equal to 82.20 percent of the amount of funds collected pursuant to this section during the preceding month shall be transferred into the Peace Officers’ Training Fund. (ii) An amount equal to 17.80 percent of the amount of funds collected pursuant to this section during the preceding month shall be transferred into the Corrections Training Fund. (m) Each court or county implementing an amnesty program shall file, not later than May 31, 2017, a written report with the Judicial Council, on a form approved by the Judicial Council. The report shall include information about the number of cases resolved, the amount of money collected, and the operating costs of the amnesty program. Notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, on or before August 31, 2017, the Judicial Council shall submit a report to the Legislature summarizing the information provided by each court or county. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 779, Sec. 1. (SB 881) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  80. 42009.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Drivers who commit certain traffic offenses in an active highway construction or maintenance area can face higher fines.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42009. (a) For an offense specified in subdivision (b), committed by the driver of a vehicle within a highway construction or maintenance area, during any time when traffic is regulated or restricted through or around that area pursuant to Section 21367, or when the highway construction or maintenance is actually being performed in the area by workers acting in their official capacity, the fine, in a misdemeanor case, shall be double the amount otherwise prescribed. In an infraction case, the fine shall be one category higher than the penalty otherwise prescribed by the uniform traffic penalty schedule established pursuant to Section 40310. (b) A violation of the following is an offense that is subject to subdivision (a): (1) Section 21367, relating to regulation of traffic at a construction site. (2) Article 3 (commencing with Section 21450) of Chapter 2 of Division 11, relating to obedience to traffic devices. (3) Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 21650) of Division 11, relating to driving, overtaking, and passing. (4) Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 21800) of Division 11, relating to yielding the right-of-way. (5) Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 22100) of Division 11, relating to turning and stopping and turn signals. (6) Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 22348) of Division 11, relating to speed limits. (7) Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 22450) of Division 11, relating to special traffic stops. (8) Section 23103, relating to reckless driving. (9) Section 23104 or 23105, relating to reckless driving which results in bodily injury to another. (10) Section 23109 or 23109.1, relating to speed contests. (11) Section 23152, relating to driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or a violation of Section 23103, as specified in Section 23103.5, relating to alcohol-related reckless driving. (12) Section 23153, relating to driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, which results in bodily injury to another. (13) Section 23154, relating to convicted drunk drivers operating a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.01 percent or greater. (14) Section 23220, relating to drinking while driving. (15) Section 23221, relating to drinking in a motor vehicle while on the highway. (16) Section 23222, relating to driving while possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (17) Section 23223, relating to being in a vehicle on the highway while possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (18) Section 23224, relating to being a driver or passenger under the age of 21 possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (19) Section 23225, relating to being the owner or driver of a vehicle in which there is an open alcoholic beverage container. (20) Section 23226, relating to being a passenger in a vehicle in which there is an open alcoholic beverage container. (c) This section applies only when construction or maintenance work is actually being performed by workers, and there are work zone traffic control devices, traffic controls or warning signs, or any combination of those, to notify motorists and pedestrians of construction or maintenance workers in the area. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 749, Sec. 6.5. Effective January 1, 2008. Operative January 1, 2009, by Sec. 9 of Ch. 749.)
  81. 42010.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    In a designated Safety Enhancement-Double Fine Zone, certain driving-related offenses can trigger higher fines.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Public Offenses [42000 - 42010] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42010. (a) For an offense specified in subdivision (b) that is committed by the driver of a vehicle within an area that has been designated as a Safety Enhancement-Double Fine Zone pursuant to Section 97 and following of the Streets and Highways Code, the fine, in a misdemeanor case, shall be double the amount otherwise prescribed, and, in an infraction case, the fine shall be one category higher than the penalty otherwise prescribed by the uniform traffic penalty schedule established pursuant to Section 40310. (b) A violation of the following is an offense that is subject to subdivision (a): (1) Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 21650) of Division 11, relating to driving, overtaking, and passing. (2) Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 22348) of Division 11, relating to speed limits. (3) Section 23103, relating to reckless driving. (4) Section 23104 or 23105, relating to reckless driving that results in bodily injury to another. (5) Section 23109 or 23109.1, relating to speed contests. (6) Section 23152, relating to driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, or a violation of Section 23103, as specified in Section 23103.5, relating to alcohol-related reckless driving. (7) Section 23153, relating to driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, which results in bodily injury to another. (8) Section 23154, relating to convicted drunk drivers operating a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.01 percent or greater. (9) Section 23220, relating to drinking while driving. (10) Section 23221, relating to drinking in a motor vehicle while on the highway. (11) Section 23222, relating to driving while possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (12) Section 23223, relating to being in a vehicle on the highway while possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (13) Section 23224, relating to being a driver or passenger under 21 years of age possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. (14) Section 23225, relating to being the owner or driver of a vehicle in which there is an open alcoholic beverage container. (15) Section 23226, relating to being a passenger in a vehicle in which there is an open alcoholic beverage container. (c) This section applies only when traffic controls or warning signs have been placed pursuant to Section 97 or 97.1 of the Streets and Highways Code. (d) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the enhanced fine imposed pursuant to this section shall be based only on the base fine imposed for the underlying offense and shall not include any other enhancements imposed pursuant to law. (2) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any additional penalty, forfeiture, or assessment imposed by any other statute shall be based on the amount of the base fine before enhancement or doubling and shall not be based on the amount of the enhanced fine imposed pursuant to this section. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 749, Sec. 7.5. Effective January 1, 2008. Operative January 1, 2009, by Sec. 9 of Ch. 749.)
  82. 42030.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section sets fines for specified vehicle weight violations and says the penalties generally cannot be suspended. It also allows or requires court discretion in limited agricultural, forestry, livestock, and permitted construction-load situations.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42030. (a) Every person convicted of a violation of any weight limitation provision of Division 15 (commencing with Section 35000), and every person convicted of a violation of Section 21461 with respect to signs provided pursuant to Section 35654 or 35752, and every person convicted of a violation of Section 40001 for requiring the operation of a vehicle upon a highway in violation of any provision referred to in this section shall be punished by a fine which equals the amounts specified in the following table: Pounds of excess weight Fine 0– 1,000 ........................ $ 20 1,001– 1,500 ........................ 30 1,501– 2,000 ........................ 40 2,001– 2,500 ........................ 55 2,501– 3,000 ........................ 85 3,001– 3,500 ........................ 105 3,501– 4,000 ........................ 125 4,001– 4,500 ........................ 145 4,501– 5,000 ........................ 175 5,001– 6,000 ........................ .04 each lb. 6,001– 7,000 ........................ .06 each lb. 7,001– 8,000 ........................ .08 each lb. 8,001–10,000 ........................ .15 each lb. 10,001 and over ........................ .20 each lb. (b) No part of the penalties prescribed by this section shall be suspended for a conviction of any of the following: (1) Section 40001 for requiring operation of a vehicle upon a highway in violation of any provision referred to in this section. (2) Any provision referred to in this section when the amount of the weight exceeds 4,000 pounds. (3) Any provision referred to in this section when a second or subsequent conviction of a violation thereof occurs within three years immediately preceding the violation charged. (c) However, notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the court shall exercise discretion with respect to the imposition of the fine under this section for excess weight not exceeding 1,000 pounds if the load of the vehicle cited consisted entirely of field-loaded, unprocessed bulk agricultural or forest products or livestock being transported from the field to the first point of processing or handling. (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the court may exercise discretion with respect to the imposition of the fine under this section if any applicable local permit was obtained prior to the court hearing and, at the time of issuance of the notice to appear, the motor carrier was transporting construction equipment or materials and a valid extra-legal load permit from the Department of Transportation was in effect. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 456, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  83. 42030.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person convicted of violating a declared gross vehicle weight limit must be fined according to how many pounds the vehicle is over the limit.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42030.1. (a) Every person convicted of a violation of any declared gross vehicle weight limitation provision of this code, shall be punished by a fine that equals the amounts specified in the following table: Pounds in Excess of the Declared Gross Vehicle Weight Fine 1,001–1,500 ........................ $ 250 1,501–2,000 ........................ 300 2,001–2,500 ........................ 350 2,501–3,000 ........................ 400 3,001–3,500 ........................ 450 3,501–4,000 ........................ 500 4,001–4,500 ........................ 550 4,501–5,000 ........................ 600 5,001–6,000 ........................ 700 6,001–7,000 ........................ 800 7,001–8,000 ........................ 900 8,001–10,000 ........................ 1,000 10,001 and over ........................ 2,000 (b) No part of the penalties prescribed by this section shall be suspended for a conviction of any of the following: (1) Section 40001 for requiring operation of a vehicle upon a highway in violation of any provision referred to in this section. (2) Any provision referred to in this section when a second or subsequent conviction of a violation thereof occurs within three years immediately preceding the violation charged. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 861, Sec. 58. Effective September 29, 2000. Operative December 31, 2001, pursuant to Sec. 67 of Ch. 861.)
  84. 42031.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle’s gross weight and any axle or wheel weight exceed the code’s limits, the excess weights count as one offense.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42031. Whenever the gross weight and any axle or wheel weight of a vehicle are in excess of the limits prescribed in this code, the excess weights shall be deemed one offense in violation of this code. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  85. 42032.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A local public agency that operates garbage, refuse, or rubbish collection vehicles may face a civil penalty of up to $2,500 per violation if it has too many weight-limit convictions within a 90-day period.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Penalties [42000 - 42032] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Weight Violations [42030 - 42032] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42032. (a) In addition to any other fines and penalties, any local public agency which owns or operates vehicles used for the collection of garbage, refuse, or rubbish and which has, within any 90-day period, been convicted an excessive number of times for operating those vehicles in violation of any of the weight limitations set forth in Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 35550) of Division 15, taking into consideration the total number of trip routes for those vehicles which are normally scheduled in the same 90-day period, may be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) for each violation. Nothing in this section affects the legal standards, proof requirements, or penalty provisions of any other provision of the law. (b) The penalties imposed by this section shall be assessed and recovered in a civil action brought by the Attorney General or by any district attorney or city attorney. Prior to undertaking a civil action, a reasonable effort for informal resolution of the problem of excessive violations shall be made by the applicable attorney. Penalties recovered shall be paid to the Treasurer for deposit in the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund and used, upon appropriation, for purposes of highway maintenance. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 88, Sec. 1.)
  86. 42200.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Cities must place certain traffic-related fine and forfeiture money into a Traffic Safety Fund and use it only for specified traffic-safety and street-related purposes.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42200. (a) Of the total amount of fines and forfeitures received by a city under Section 1463 of the Penal Code that proportion which is represented by fines and forfeitures collected from any person charged with a misdemeanor under this code following arrest by an officer employed by a city, shall be paid into the treasury of the city and deposited in a special fund to be known as the “Traffic Safety Fund,” and shall be used exclusively for official traffic control devices, the maintenance thereof, equipment and supplies for traffic law enforcement and traffic accident prevention, and for the maintenance, improvement, or construction of public streets, bridges, and culverts within the city, but the fund shall not be used to pay the compensation of traffic or other police officers. The fund may be used to pay the compensation of school crossing guards who are not regular full-time members of the police department of the city. (b) For purposes of this section, “city” includes any city, city and county, district, including any enterprise special district, community service district, or county service area engaged in police protection activities as reported to the Controller for inclusion in the 1989–90 edition of the Financial Transactions Report Concerning Special Districts under the heading of Police Protection and Public Safety, authority, or other local agency (other than a county) which employs persons authorized to make arrests or to issue notices to appear or notices of violation which may be filed in court. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 285, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  87. 42201.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    County fine and forfeiture money must generally go into the county general fund, with some funds allowed to be moved to the road fund and used for school crossing guard costs.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42201. (a) Of the total amount of fines and forfeitures received by a county under Section 1463.001 of the Penal Code, fines and forfeitures collected from any person charged with a misdemeanor under this code following arrest by any officer employed by the state or by the county shall be paid into the general fund of the county. However, the board of supervisors of the county may, by resolution, provide that a portion thereof be transferred into the road fund of the county. (b) The board of supervisors of a county may enter into a contract with the Department of the California Highway Patrol for the purpose of providing adequate protection for school pupils who are required to cross heavily traveled streets, highways, and roadways in the unincorporated areas of the county. When requested, the Department of the California Highway Patrol may provide such service and the county shall reimburse the state for salaries and wages of crossing guards furnished by the Department of the California Highway Patrol pursuant to such contract, including any necessary retirement and general administrative costs and expenses in connection therewith, and may pay the costs thereof from amounts deposited in the road fund pursuant to this section. (c) Fines and forfeitures received by a county under Section 1463.001 of the Penal Code may be used to pay the compensation of school crossing guards and necessary equipment costs and administrative costs. (d) When requested by any county which had in effect on June 30, 1979, a contract with the Department of the California Highway Patrol, to provide protection for school pupils at school crossings, the department upon request of a county shall continue to administer such school crossing program until June 30, 1980. The county shall reimburse the Department of the California Highway Patrol for general administrative costs and expenses in connection therewith, except that, effective January 1, 1980, the crossing guards shall be furnished to the California Highway Patrol and such crossing guards shall be employees of the county, the county superintendent of schools, the affected school districts, or both the superintendent and the affected school districts, at the option of the board of supervisors of the county. Any salaries and wages of crossing guards, including necessary retirement and equipment costs and any administrative costs shall be paid or reimbursed by the county from amounts deposited in the road fund pursuant to this section. (e) The board of supervisors may adopt standards for the provision of school crossing guards. The board has final authority over the total cost of the school crossing guard program of any agency to be paid or reimbursed from amounts deposited in the road fund pursuant to this section. The board of supervisors may specify that a designated county officer, employee, or commissioner is to hire school crossing guards, or, in the alternative, the board may specify that any school district crossing guard program in unincorporated areas shall be maintained by the school districts desiring the program. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 308, Sec. 34. Effective July 21, 1994.)
  88. 42201.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A county may use certain fines and forfeitures to reimburse the state for building platform scales and vehicle inspection facilities in the county.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42201.1. Fines and forfeitures received by a county under Section 1463 of the Penal Code may be used to reimburse the state for the construction of platform scales and vehicle inspection facilities in the county. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 407, Sec. 1. Effective July 30, 1985.)
  89. 42201.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Fines, forfeitures, and bail deposits from an infraction must be deposited and distributed the same way as those collected from a misdemeanor case.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42201.5. Fines, forfeitures, and deposits of bail collected as a result of a charge or conviction of an infraction shall be deposited and distributed in the same manner as fines, forfeitures, and deposits of bail collected from a person charged with or convicted of a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1968, Ch. 1192.)
  90. 42201.6.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Bail deposits for covered traffic violations must be refunded by the issuing agency or court within 30 days after dismissal, cancellation, or a not-guilty finding.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42201.6. (a) A deposit of bail received with respect to an infraction violation of this code, or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code, including, but not limited to, a violation involving the standing or parking of a vehicle, shall be refunded by the agency which issued the notice of violation or the court within 30 days of a cancellation, dismissal, or finding of not guilty of the offense charged. (b) Multiple or duplicate deposits of bail or parking penalty shall be identified by the court or agency and refunded within 30 days of identification. (c) Any amount to be refunded in accordance with subdivision (a) or (b) shall accrue interest, at the rate specified in Section 3289 of the Civil Code, on and after the 60th day of a cancellation, dismissal, or finding of not guilty or identification of multiple or duplicate deposits, and shall be refunded as soon as possible thereafter along with accrued interest. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 290, Sec. 1.)
  91. 42202.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    An officer or employee who receives or holds a covered fine or forfeiture must comply with this article’s provisions, or the failure can be treated as misconduct in office and grounds for removal.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42202. Failure, refusal, or neglect on the part of any judicial or other officer or employee receiving or having custody of any fine or forfeiture mentioned in this article either before or after deposit in the respective fund to comply with the foregoing provisions of this article is misconduct in office and ground for removal therefrom. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  92. 42203.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Some traffic-related fines and forfeitures collected by a superior court must be split and sent to the county that owns the affected facilities, with monthly transfers and a 50 percent share.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42203. Notwithstanding Section 42201 or 42201.5, 50 percent of all fines and forfeitures collected in a superior court upon conviction or upon the forfeiture of bail for violations of any provisions of the Vehicle Code, or of any local ordinance or resolution, relating to stopping, standing, or parking a vehicle, that have occurred upon the premises of facilities physically located in such county, but which are owned by another county, which other county furnishes law enforcement personnel for the premises, shall be transmitted pursuant to this section to the county which owns the facilities upon which the violations occurred. The court receiving such moneys shall, once each month, transmit such moneys received in the preceding month to the county treasurer of the county in which the court is located. Once each month in which the county treasurer receives such moneys, the county treasurer shall transmit to the county which owns such facilities an amount equal to 50 percent thereof. The county owning such facilities shall, upon receipt of such moneys from the superior court of the county in which the facilities are physically located, deposit such moneys in its county treasury for use solely in meeting traffic control and law enforcement expenses on the premises upon which the violations occurred. This section shall not apply when the county in which such facilities are located performs all law enforcement functions with respect to such facilities. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 784, Sec. 608. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  93. 42204.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Fines and forfeitures from Division 16.5 violations must be deposited in the county fund where the violation occurred and used for enforcing laws related to off-highway motor vehicles.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42204. Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, all fines and forfeitures collected for violations of Division 16.5 (commencing with Section 38000) shall be deposited in the appropriate fund in the county where the violation occurred and distributed in the same manner as specified in Section 42201.5, and shall be used for enforcing laws related to the operation of off-highway motor vehicles. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 563, Sec. 46. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  94. 42205.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must file a monthly report of certain money received and remit that money to the Treasurer, who deposits it as directed; the Legislature also must appropriate funds to cover certain costs.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Fines and Forfeitures [42200 - 42205] ( Article 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42205. (a) Notwithstanding Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 42270), the department shall file, at least monthly with the Controller, a report of money received by the department pursuant to Section 9400 for the previous month and shall, at the same time, remit all money so reported to the Treasurer. On order of the Controller, the Treasurer shall deposit all money so remitted into the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund, or directly into the Transportation Debt Service Fund as provided in paragraph (2) of subdivision (c) of Section 9400.4, as applicable. (b) The Legislature shall appropriate from the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund to the department and the Franchise Tax Board amounts equal to the costs incurred by each in performing their duties pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 9400) of Chapter 6 of Division 3. The applicable amounts shall be determined so that the appropriate costs for registration and weight fee collection activities are appropriated between the recipients of revenues in proportion to the revenues that would have been received individually by those recipients if the total fee imposed under the Vehicle License Fee Law (Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code) was 2 percent of the market value of a vehicle. The remainder of the funds collected under Section 9400 and deposited in the account, other than the direct deposits to the Transportation Debt Service Fund referenced in subdivision (a), may be appropriated to the Department of Transportation, the Department of the California Highway Patrol, and the Department of Motor Vehicles for the purposes authorized under Section 3 of Article XIX of the California Constitution. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 35, Sec. 15. (SB 85) Effective June 27, 2013.)
  95. 42230.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If an application under the Vehicle Code is refused or rejected, the fee must be returned to the applicant, with stated exceptions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42230. Whenever any application made under this code is accompanied by any fee, except an application for an occupational license accompanied by a fee as specified in Section 9262, 9262.5, 11309, or 11820, or an application for a duplicate driver’s license, as required by law, and the application is refused or rejected, the fees shall be returned to the applicant, except that, whenever any application is made for the first set of special plates under subdivision (a) of Section 9262 and the application is refused or rejected, the fee for the special plates only shall be returned to the applicant or, when application is made for the first set of special plates under subdivision (1) of Section 9264 and the application is refused or rejected, the fee for the special plates shall be returned to the applicant. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 124, Sec. 150. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  96. 42231.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person who paid an excessive, erroneous, or not legally due fee or penalty may apply for and receive a refund, and the department may refund such amounts within three years of payment or collection.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42231. Whenever any application is made under this code and the application is accompanied by any fee which is excessive or not legally due, or whenever the department in consequence of any error either of fact or of law as to the proper amount of any fee or any penalty thereon or as to the necessity of obtaining any privilege under this code collects any fee or penalty which is excessive, erroneous, or not legally due, the person who has paid the erroneous or excessive fee or penalty, or his agent on his behalf, may apply for and receive a refund of the amount thereof as provided in this article, or the department may refund the same within three years after the date of the payment or collection. (Amended by Stats. 1961, Ch. 20.)
  97. 42232.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A refund application must be submitted to the department in the department’s prescribed format, within three years after payment, and it must identify the payment and explain why it was excessive or erroneous.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42232. The application for refund shall be presented to the department in a format prescribed by the department within three years from the date of payment of the erroneous or excessive fee or penalty and shall identify the payment made and state the grounds upon which it is claimed that the payment was excessive or erroneous. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 787, Sec. 26. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  98. 42233.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must refund certain refundable fees or penalties, and related claims and warrants must be processed through the State Controller and account rules in this section.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42233. (a) Whenever any fee or penalty subject to refund under Section 42231 after application therefor has not been paid into the State Treasury, the department shall refund the fee or penalty. (b) Whenever any fee or penalty subject to refund under Section 42231 after application therefor or Section 10901 of the Revenue and Taxation Code has been paid into the State Treasury to the credit, in whole or in part, of the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account in the Transportation Tax Fund (hereafter referred to in this section as the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account), or to the credit, in whole or in part, of the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund (hereafter referred to in this section as the Motor Vehicle Account), the department shall prepare a claim setting forth the facts pertaining to the fee or penalty sought to be refunded, and the State Controller shall draw his warrant upon the account or accounts to which the fee or penalty was credited. In lieu of filing claims for refund against both the Motor Vehicle Account and the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account when an amount has been determined to be due from both accounts, the director may file a single claim with the State Controller, drawn against the Motor Vehicle Account covering the amount of both refunds, and the State Controller shall thereupon draw his warrant on the Motor Vehicle Account. At least quarterly, the director shall certify to the State Controller the amounts paid from the Motor Vehicle Account which are properly chargeable to the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account supported by such detail as the State Controller may require. Upon order of the State Controller, the amounts so required shall be transferred from the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account to the credit of the Motor Vehicle Account. (c) This section is an appropriation of any and all amounts necessary to refund and repay any excessive or erroneous fees and penalties collected under this code, and the procedure prescribed in this article for refunds shall be deemed a compliance with the requirements of the Government Code relating to the refund of excessive or erroneous fees or penalties. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 669.)
  99. 42235.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If the department collected a fee that was excessive or not legally due, the director may authorize a refund when the applicant shows the refund application was late because the vehicle registration certificate was not received on time.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Refund of Fees and Penalties [42230 - 42235] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 42235. Whenever the department collects any fee which is excessive or not legally due and application for the refund of the fee is not filed within the time prescribed by law because the applicant failed to receive from the department a certificate of registration for the vehicle upon which the refund of fee is sought, the director shall have the power to authorize the payment of a refund in such a case upon a proper showing by the applicant that the delay in applying for the refund was due to the failure to receive the certificate of registration within the statutory period allowed for making application for refund of fees. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  100. 42240.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Uncollectible Costs [42240- 42240.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 257, Sec. 45. )

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    Starting January 1, 2022, unpaid court-imposed costs under the cited Vehicle Code sections are unenforceable and uncollectible, and any judgment amount for those costs must be vacated.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Disposition of Fees, Fines, and Forfeitures [42200 - 42240] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Uncollectible Costs [42240- 42240.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 257, Sec. 45. ) ## 42240. On and after January 1, 2022, the unpaid balance of any court-imposed costs pursuant to Section 40508.5 and subdivision (g) of Section 40510.5, as those sections read on December 31, 2021, shall be unenforceable and uncollectible and any portion of a judgment imposing those costs shall be vacated. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 257, Sec. 45. (AB 177) Effective September 23, 2021.)
  101. 42270.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    The DMV and the California Highway Patrol must file monthly money reports with the Controller and send the reported money to the Treasurer; the Treasurer must deposit the money as ordered by the Controller.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42270. (a) The Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of the California Highway Patrol each shall file, at least monthly with the Controller, a report of money received by the department covering all fees for applications accepted by the department and all other moneys received by the department under this code and, at the same time, shall remit all money so reported to the Treasurer. On order of the Controller, the Treasurer shall deposit in the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund, into which is merged the Motor Vehicle Account in the Transportation Tax Fund, all moneys so reported and remitted. Any reference in any law or regulation to the Motor Vehicle Fund, or to the Motor Vehicle Account in the Transportation Tax Fund, shall be deemed to refer to the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund, which is created by subdivision (a) of Section 42271. (b) The amount of any penalties collected by the department pursuant to Sections 9553 and 9554 of this code and Sections 10770 and 10854 of the Revenue and Taxation Code shall, for purposes of subdivision (a), be deemed to be a percentage of the weight fee, registration fee, and vehicle license fee obtained when applying the total of these fees collected, excluding use tax, against the individual weight fees, registration fees, and vehicle license fees collected on each application. Penalties which cannot be allocated in accordance with this subdivision shall be allocated according to subdivision (c). (c) The amount of any penalties collected by the department, as provided in Sections 9553 and 9554 of this code and Sections 10770 and 10854 of the Revenue and Taxation Code which cannot be allocated in accordance with subdivision (b), shall, for the purposes of subdivision (a), be deemed to be a percentage of the total fees allocated under this section and under Section 11001 of the Revenue and Taxation Code equal to that percentage of the ratio based on the fees previously allocated under this section and under Section 11001 of the Revenue and Taxation Code in the fiscal year preceding the calendar year for which the penalties are to be allocated. That ratio shall be reevaluated periodically and shall be adjusted to reflect any change in the fee structure that may be provided in this code or in Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (d) Whenever any fee paid to the department has not been allocated within one year of the date of collection, the fee shall be allocated to the Motor Vehicle License Fee Account in the Transportation Tax Fund, and the Motor Vehicle Account and the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund, in proportion to the revenue allocated to those accounts by the department in the previous fiscal year. (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 693, Sec. 1.)
  102. 42271.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    This section creates the Motor Vehicle Account and requires certain account money to be spent only for vehicle-related enforcement and code purposes, with year-end accounting for Highway Patrol revolving-fund advances.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42271. (a) The Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund is hereby created. (b) The moneys deposited to the credit of the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund which are appropriated in the Budget Act or any other appropriation act for the support of or expenditure by the Department of Motor Vehicles shall be expended by the department in carrying out the provisions of this code and in enforcing any other laws relating to vehicles or the use of highways. Regularly employed peace officers of the department may, when authorized by the director, expend such sums as authorized for the purchase of counterfeit, false, forged, or fictitious certificates of ownership, registration card, certificate, license or special plate or permit, or driver’s license provided for by this code as evidence, or for expenditures related to the procurement of such evidence, or for expenditures made to investigate other violations of laws administered by the department. When approved by the director, the identity of a peace officer who submits a claim need not be disclosed if the disclosure might materially prejudice the investigation. The sums so expended shall be repaid to the peace officer making the expenditure upon claims approved by the director. The claims, when approved, shall be paid out of funds appropriated or made available by law for the support of the department. (c) The moneys deposited to the credit of the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund which are appropriated in the Budget Act or any other appropriation act for the support of or expenditure by the Department of the California Highway Patrol shall be expended by the department in carrying out the provisions of this code and in enforcing any other laws relating to vehicles or the use of highways. The Department of the California Highway Patrol may draw, without at the time furnishing vouchers and itemized statements, sums not to exceed in the aggregate one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000), the sums so drawn to be used as a revolving fund where cash advances are necessary. At the close of each fiscal year, the moneys so drawn shall be accounted for and substantiated by vouchers and itemized statements submitted to and audited by the State Controller. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 669.)
  103. 42272.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    The Controller must transfer $432.2 million from the Motor Vehicle Account to the General Fund as a loan when ordered by the Director of Finance, and the loan must be repaid.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42272. For the 2012–13 fiscal year, upon order of the Director of Finance, the Controller shall transfer four hundred thirty-two million two hundred thousand dollars ($432,200,000) from the Motor Vehicle Account to the General Fund as a loan, provided that the loan shall be repaid. The Director of Finance shall order the repayment by the Controller of that four hundred thirty-two million two hundred thousand dollars ($432,200,000) to the Motor Vehicle Account no later than June 30, 2016. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 22, Sec. 8. (AB 1465) Effective June 27, 2012.)
  104. 42273.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    Each month, surplus money in the Motor Vehicle Account must be transferred to the State Highway Account by the 10th day, on order of the State Controller.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42273. By the 10th day of each calendar month, the balance remaining to the credit of the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund at the close of business on the last day of the preceding calendar month, after payments of refunds and administration and enforcement, that is not needed for immediate use from the Motor Vehicle Account shall, on order of the State Controller, be transferred to the credit of the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 669.)
  105. 42275.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    The State Controller may, with at least 15 days’ prior notice, move certain amounts back into the Motor Vehicle Account to pay costs charged to other Motor Vehicle Account appropriations.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42275. Notwithstanding Section 42273, the State Controller may, after at least 15 days’ prior notice, transfer back to the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund amounts transferred to the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund pursuant to that section to pay costs incurred against other appropriations from the Motor Vehicle Account. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 669.)
  106. 42276.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    The Secretary of the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency must submit a report to the Legislature on a study of the fees imposed under this code by the stated deadline and every four years after that.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42276. Not later than January 10, 1985, and not later than January 10th of each four-year period thereafter, the Secretary of the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency shall submit a report to the Legislature on a study of the fees imposed under this code, including any finding or recommendation on changes in the fees necessary to generate sufficient revenues for the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund to finance those operations of state government to be financed from those revenues. (Added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 541, Sec. 39. Effective September 17, 1981.)
  107. 42277.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. )

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    Money in the Motor Vehicle Account may not be spent on automobile driver training.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 18. PENALTIES AND DISPOSITION OF FEES, FINES, AND FORFEITURES [42000 - 42277] ( Division 18 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Motor Vehicle Account [42270 - 42277] ( Heading of Chapter 3 amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1079. ) ## 42277. No money in the Motor Vehicle Account in the State Transportation Fund may be expended for automobile driver training. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 94, Sec. 1.)
  108. 425.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “muffler” as a device designed to receive exhaust gas from an internal combustion engine and reduce noise.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 425. A “muffler” is a device consisting of a series of chambers or baffle plates, or other mechanical design, for the purpose of receiving exhaust gas from an internal combustion engine, and effective in reducing noise. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  109. 426.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “new motor vehicle dealer” and states that certain dealers exclusively selling motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, or recreational vehicles are not subject to Sections 3001 and 3003.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 426. “New motor vehicle dealer” is a dealer, as defined in Section 285, who, in addition to the requirements of that section, either acquires for resale new and unregistered motor vehicles from manufacturers or distributors of those motor vehicles or acquires for resale new off-highway motorcycles, or all-terrain vehicles from manufacturers or distributors of the vehicles. A distinction shall not be made, nor any different construction be given to the definition of “new motor vehicle dealer” and “dealer” except for the application of the provisions of Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 3000) of Division 2 and Sections 4456, 4750.6, and 11704.5. Sections 3001 and 3003 do not, however, apply to a dealer who deals exclusively in motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, or recreational vehicles, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 18010 of the Health and Safety Code. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 8, Sec. 20. (AB 85) Effective June 29, 2020.)
  110. 430.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    “New vehicle” means a vehicle made entirely from new parts and never previously sold at retail or registered in the listed jurisdictions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 430. A “new vehicle” is a vehicle constructed entirely from new parts that has never been the subject of a retail sale, or registered with the department, or registered with the appropriate agency or authority of any other state, District of Columbia, territory or possession of the United States, or foreign state, province, or country. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1253, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  111. 4300.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For a vehicle previously registered outside California, the applicant must certify the registration application and include specified details about the prior registration.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4300. Upon application for registration of a vehicle previously registered outside this State, the application shall be certified by the applicant and shall state that the vehicle previously has been registered outside this State, the time and place of the last registration of such vehicle outside this State, the name and address of the governmental officer, agency, or authority making the registration, and such further information relative to its previous registration as may reasonably be required by the department, including the time and place of original registration, if known, and if different from the last foreign registration. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  112. 4300.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A registration application for a vehicle previously registered outside this state must include payment of the amount required under the cited Revenue and Taxation Code provision.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4300.5. An application for registration under this chapter of a vehicle previously registered outside of this state shall be accompanied by payment of the amount required to be paid under Part 1 (commencing with Section 6001) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code with respect to the use of the vehicle by the applicant. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 144, Sec. 205.)
  113. 4301.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    An applicant must surrender unexpired foreign registration items to the department, and the department may ask for a certification if the applicant does not surrender the last issued unexpired plates.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4301. The applicant shall surrender to the department all unexpired license plates, seals, certificates, or other evidence of foreign registration as may be in his possession or under his control. The department may require a certification from the jurisdiction of last registry when the applicant fails to surrender the last issued unexpired license plates. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  114. 4302.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If the plates are surrendered to the department and a $1 fee is paid, the department must return the unexpired license plates to the motor vehicle registration official in the issuing state.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4302. Upon application made at the time of their surrender to the department and upon payment of a fee of one dollar ($1), the department shall return the unexpired license plates to the official in charge of the registration of motor vehicles in the state of issue of the license plates. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  115. 4303.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle registered in another state is being operated interstate and the owner wants to keep that out-of-state registration, the applicant must give the foreign registration to the department for inspection, and the department must register the vehicle in California upon a proper showing; it may not issue a certificate of ownership.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4303. If in the course of interstate operation of a vehicle registered in another state it is desirable to retain registration in such state, the applicant need not surrender the evidence of foreign registration, but shall deliver it to the department for purposes of inspection, and the department upon a proper showing shall register the vehicle in this State, but shall not issue a certificate of ownership for the vehicle. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  116. 4304.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For vehicles previously registered outside the state, the department must give full faith and credit to a currently valid out-of-state certificate of title, including the vehicle, ownership, and liens shown on it, with an exception for liens and encumbrances that the state’s laws require to be noted separately.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4304. Upon application for registration of a vehicle previously registered outside this State, the department shall grant full faith and credit to the currently valid certificate of title describing the vehicle, the ownership thereof, and any liens thereon, issued by the state in which the vehicle was last registered, except that the laws of the state shall provide for the notation upon the certificate of title of any and all liens and encumbrances other than those dependent upon possession. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  117. 4305.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If the department does not know a sister-state title is forged, fraudulent, or void, it may accept it; officers and employees incur no liability for that acceptance.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4305. In the absence of knowledge by the department that any certificate of title issued by another state is forged, fraudulent, or void, the acceptance thereof by the department shall be a sufficient determination of the genuineness and regularity of the certificate and of the truth of the recitals therein, and no liability shall be incurred by any officer or employee of the department by reason of so accepting a certificate of title. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  118. 4306.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If an out-of-state title shows a lien or encumbrance, the department must list the lienholder as legal owner when registering the vehicle and issuing a California certificate of ownership, unless the submitted documents show the lien has been fully satisfied.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4306. In the event a certificate of title issued by another state shows any lien or encumbrance upon the vehicle therein described, then the department upon registering the vehicle in this State and upon issuing a certificate of ownership shall include therein the name of the lienholder as legal owner unless documents submitted with the foreign certificate of title establish that the lien or encumbrance has been fully satisfied. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  119. 4307.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If ownership or foreign liens are unclear, the department may register the vehicle and issue plates, but it must withhold a California certificate of ownership unless the applicant provides satisfactory documents or posts a bond.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4307. In the event application is made in this state for registration of a vehicle and the department is not satisfied as to the ownership of the vehicle or the existence of foreign liens thereon, then the department may register the vehicle and issue a distinctive registration card and appropriate license plates but shall withhold issuance of a California certificate of ownership unless the applicant shall present documents sufficient to reasonably satisfy the department of the applicant’s ownership of the vehicle and sufficient to identify any liens thereon or the applicant shall post a bond pursuant to Section 4157. (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 636, Sec. 2.)
  120. 4308.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If the department refuses a vehicle registration application, it must immediately return all documents submitted with that application to the applicant.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4308. In the event the department refuses to grant an application for registration in this State of a vehicle previously registered in another state, the department shall immediately return to the applicant all documents submitted by the applicant with the application. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  121. 4309.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must promptly mail a notice of an out-of-state vehicle registration application when the last registering governmental officer, agency, or authority asks in writing.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Registration of Foreign Vehicles [4300 - 4309] ( Article 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4309. The department shall forthwith mail a notice of the filing of any application for registration of a vehicle previously registered outside this state upon written request of the governmental officer, agency, or authority which made the last registration of the vehicle outside this state. The notice shall contain like data as required on the application filed with the department. This section shall not apply to applications to register commercial vehicles operating in interstate transportation nor to vehicles last registered in a foreign province or country. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1141.)
  122. 431.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines when a vehicle is a “nonrepairable vehicle.”

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 431. A “nonrepairable vehicle” is a vehicle of a type otherwise subject to registration that meets the criteria specified in subdivision (a), (b), or (c). The vehicle shall be issued a nonrepairable vehicle certificate and the vehicle, the vehicle frame, or unitized frame and body, as applicable, and as defined in Section 670.5, shall not be titled or registered. (a) A nonrepairable vehicle is a vehicle that has no resale value except as a source of parts or scrap metal, and which the owner irreversibly designates solely as a source of parts or scrap metal. (b) A nonrepairable vehicle is a completely stripped vehicle (a surgical strip) recovered from theft, missing all of the bolt on sheet metal body panels, all of the doors and hatches, substantially all of the interior components, and substantially all of the grill and light assemblies, or that the owner designates has little or no resale value other than its worth as a source of scrap metal, or as a source of a vehicle identification number that could be used illegally. (c) A nonrepairable vehicle is a completely burned vehicle (burned hulk) that has been burned to the extent that there are no more usable or repairable body or interior components, tires and wheels, or drive train components, and which the owner irreversibly designates as having little or no resale value other than its worth as scrap metal or as a source of a vehicle identification number that could be used illegally. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 670, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  123. 432.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A nonrepairable vehicle certificate is a vehicle ownership document issued to the owner of a nonrepairable vehicle.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 432. A “nonrepairable vehicle certificate” is a vehicle ownership document issued to the owner of a nonrepairable vehicle. Ownership of the vehicle may only be transferred two times on a nonrepairable vehicle certificate. A vehicle for which a nonrepairable vehicle certificate has been issued may not be titled or registered for use on the roads or highways of California. A nonrepairable vehicle certificate shall be conspicuously labeled with the word “nonrepairable” across the front. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1008, Sec. 6.5. Effective January 1, 1995. Operative July 1, 1995, by Sec. 19 of Ch. 1008.)
  124. 435.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    “Nonresident” means a person who is not a resident of this State.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 435. “Nonresident” is a person who is not a resident of this State. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  125. 435.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Defines “nonresident daily commuter” as a person who is not a state resident, commutes into and out of the state daily for employment, and keeps the vehicle principally garaged outside the state.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 435.5. “Nonresident daily commuter” means a person who is not a resident of this state, but who enters and leaves this state on a daily basis for the purpose of employment and whose vehicle is principally garaged out of this state. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1090, Sec. 1. Effective September 27, 1985.)
  126. 436.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    “Off-highway motorcycle” means a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle that is subject to identification under this code.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 436. An “off-highway motorcycle” means a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle which is subject to identification under this code. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1584, Sec. 5.)
  127. 436.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “off-highway electric motorcycle” (eMoto) and lists the features a vehicle must have to fit that definition.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 436.1. An “off-highway electric motorcycle,” commonly referred to as an eMoto, is an off-highway motorcycle subject to identification under this code that meets all of the following requirements: (a) Is designed by the manufacturer for operation primarily off the highway. (b) Is powered by an electric motor for which a motor number is not required. (c) Has handlebars for steering control. (d) Has a straddle seat provided by the manufacturer. (e) Has two wheels. (f) Is not equipped with pedals from the manufacturer. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 588, Sec. 1. (SB 586) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  128. 440.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “official traffic control device” and excludes certain roadway features from that definition.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 440. An “official traffic control device” is any sign, signal, marking, or device, consistent with Section 21400, placed or erected by authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction, for the purpose of regulating, warning, or guiding traffic, but does not include islands, curbs, traffic barriers, speed humps, speed bumps, or other roadway design features. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1220, Sec. 51. Effective September 30, 1994.)
  129. 445.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “official traffic control signal.”

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 445. An “official traffic control signal” is any device, whether manually, electrically or mechanically operated, by which traffic is alternately directed to stop and proceed and which is erected by authority of a public body or official having jurisdiction. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  130. 4450.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    When a vehicle is registered, the department must issue a certificate of ownership and a registration card, with both going to the owner if there is no legal owner.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4450. The department upon registering a vehicle shall issue a certificate of ownership to the legal owner and a registration card to the owner, or both to the owner if there is no legal owner of the vehicle. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  131. 4450.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The director must develop an Electronic Lien and Title (ELT) Program by January 1, 2012, if it is cost effective, and may set a business-volume threshold that exempts some lienholders from participating.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4450.5. (a) On or before January 1, 2012, the director shall develop an Electronic Lien and Title (ELT) Program, in consultation with lienholders, licensed dealers, and other stakeholders, to require that all lienholders’ title information be held in an electronic format, if the department determines that the program is cost effective compared to the current paper title and registration system. (b) The director may establish an auto loan business volume threshold below which a lienholder is not required to participate in the program developed pursuant to subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 2009, Ch. 540, Sec. 1. (AB 1515) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  132. 4451.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The certificate of ownership must include specified information and provisions for transfer notice, transfer registration, and odometer disclosure.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4451. The certificate of ownership shall contain all of the following: (a) Not less than the information required upon the face of the registration card. (b) Provision for notice to the department of a transfer of the title or interest of the owner or legal owner. (c) Provision for application for transfer of registration by the transferee. (d) Provision for an odometer disclosure statement pursuant to subsection (a) of Section 32705 of Title 49 of the United States Code. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1035, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  133. 4452.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may issue a certificate of ownership without registration, and may issue a facsimile copy to the owner if there is no legal owner and the application is properly submitted, with additional conditions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4452. The department may issue a certificate of ownership to the legal owner of a vehicle without requiring registration, and may issue a facsimile copy of the certificate to the owner if there is no legal owner, the application is submitted in proper form, and one of the following conditions exist: (a) The vehicle is registered pursuant to Section 5014.1. (b) A certification has been filed with the department, pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 4604, that the vehicle has not been driven, moved, or left standing upon any highway so as to require payment of fees and that the owner will not thereafter permit that operation or movement of the vehicle or leave the vehicle standing on any highway without surrendering, or arranging to surrender, the certificate of ownership to the department and without first making an application for the regular registration of the vehicle and full payment of all fees required to be paid under this code and Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 826, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  134. 4453.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Registration cards must show specified owner, vehicle, and registration details, and the department must mark certain vehicles on the card when it can verify them at initial registration or ownership transfer. The director may also change the card’s form and wording in some cases.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4453. (a) The registration card shall contain upon its face, the date issued, the name and residence or business address or mailing address of the owner and of the legal owner, if any, the registration number assigned to the vehicle, and a description of the vehicle as complete as that required in the application for registration of the vehicle. (b) The following motor vehicles shall be identified as such on the face of the registration card whenever the department is able to ascertain that fact at the time application is made for initial registration or transfer of ownership of the vehicle: (1) A motor vehicle rebuilt and restored to operation that was previously declared to be a total loss salvage vehicle because the cost of repairs exceeds the retail value of the vehicle. (2) A motor vehicle rebuilt and restored to operation that was previously reported to be dismantled pursuant to Section 11520. (3) A motor vehicle previously registered to a law enforcement agency and operated in law enforcement work. (4) A motor vehicle formerly operated as a taxicab. (5) A motor vehicle manufactured outside of the United States and not intended by the manufacturer for sale in the United States. (6) A park trailer, as described in Section 18009.3 of the Health and Safety Code, that when moved upon the highway is required to be moved under a permit pursuant to Section 35780. (7) A motor vehicle that has been reacquired under circumstances described in subdivision (c) of Section 1793.23 of the Civil Code, a vehicle with out-of-state titling documents reflecting a warranty return, or a vehicle that has been identified by an agency of another state as requiring a warranty return title notation, pursuant to the laws of that state. The notation made on the face of the registration and pursuant to this subdivision shall state “Lemon Law Buyback.” (c) The director may modify the form, arrangement, and information appearing on the face of the registration card and may provide for standardization and abbreviation of fictitious or firm names on the registration card whenever the director finds that the efficiency of the department will be promoted by so doing. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 451, Sec. 17. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  135. 4453.2.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Registration cards for farm labor vehicles must include the words “Farm Labor Vehicle” with the vehicle identification information.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4453.2. In addition to the information required under Section 4453, the registration card of every farm labor vehicle shall contain the words, “Farm Labor Vehicle,” in conjunction with the vehicle identification information. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 557, Sec. 2. Effective September 29, 1999.)
  136. 4453.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For leased vehicles, the lessor and lessee must be listed on registration records, and the lessor controls ownership transfers by signature release.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4453.5. (a) In the case of leased vehicles, the lessor and the lessee shall be shown on the registration card as the owner and the lessee of a vehicle, and the department shall designate their relationships upon the card and the ownership certificate by the words “lessor” and “lessee” and, at the election of the lessor, the department may designate thereon either the address of the lessor or the lessee. (b) Transfers of ownership involving vehicles registered as provided in subdivision (a) shall only be effected upon the signature release of the lessor. (c) The lessor shall provide the address, or the name and address, of the lessee on a form prescribed by the department in all cases where the information is not on the registration card and ownership certificate. Information received under this subdivision shall be used only for law enforcement and shall be available only to law enforcement officials at their request. (d) A lessor, upon written request of the lessee or, if designated in writing, the lessee’s designee, shall disclose any pertinent information regarding the amount of payment and the documents necessary to exercise any option held by the lessee to purchase the leased vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 151, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  137. 4453.6.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A vehicle lessor must give the lessee’s name and address on request by certain law-enforcement or department officers, if that information is not already on the registration card.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4453.6. On request of any member of the California Highway Patrol, any regularly employed and salaried police officer or deputy sheriff, or any reserve police officer or reserve deputy sheriff listed in Section 830.6 of the Penal Code, or any employee or officer of the department specified in Section 1655, who is conducting an investigation of a public offense, the lessor of a vehicle shall furnish the name and address of the lessee of a vehicle if that information does not appear on the registration card. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 292, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  138. 4454.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    An owner who receives a registration card must keep it, or a copy of it, with the vehicle, unless it is removed for renewal or transfer paperwork or the vehicle is unattended.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4454. (a) Every owner, upon receipt of a registration card, shall maintain the same or a facsimile copy thereof with the vehicle for which issued. (b) This section does not apply when a registration card is necessarily removed from the vehicle for the purpose of application for renewal or transfer of registration, or when the vehicle is left unattended. (c) Any violation of this section shall be cited in accordance with the provisions of Section 40610. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 106, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  139. 4455.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A permit issued under Section 4004 must be kept in the vehicle whenever the vehicle is operated in this State.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4455. Any permit issued under Section 4004 shall be carried in the vehicle for which issued at all times while it is being operated in this State. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  140. 4456.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Dealers and lessor-retailers must report vehicle sales, display the report-of-sale form or temporary plates, file required applications and payments on time, and provide corrected filings when returned. Some vehicles may be operated without plates for up to 90 days, and certain late display violations are correctable offenses.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456. (a) When selling a vehicle, dealers and lessor-retailers shall report the sale using the reporting system described in Section 4456.2. After providing information to the reporting system, the dealer or lessor-retailer shall do all of the following: (1) The dealer or lessor-retailer shall attach for display a copy of the report-of-sale form provided by the reporting system on the vehicle before the vehicle is delivered to the purchaser. (2) The dealer or lessor-retailer shall submit to the department an application accompanied by all fees and penalties due for registration or transfer of registration of the vehicle within 30 days from the date of sale, as provided in subdivision (c) of Section 9553, if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and within 20 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle. Penalties due for noncompliance with this paragraph shall be paid by the dealer or lessor-retailer. The dealer or lessor-retailer shall not charge the purchaser for the penalties. (3) (A) Pursuant to the regulations adopted by the department under subdivision (f) of Section 6295 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, for retail sales of vehicles occurring on and after January 1, 2021, the dealer shall also submit with the application payment of the applicable sales tax required by the Sales and Use Tax Law (Part 1 (commencing with Section 6001) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code) and the Bradley-Burns Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax Law (Part 1.5 (commencing with Section 7200) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code) and the applicable transactions and use taxes required by the Transactions and Use Tax Law (Part 1.6 (commencing with Section 7251) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code) to the department within 30 days from the date of sale. (B) The amendments to this section made by the act adding this subparagraph do not constitute a change in, but are declaratory of, existing law. (C) For purposes of this paragraph, “dealer” shall not include a new motor vehicle dealer as defined by Section 426, a manufacturer or remanufacturer holding a license issued pursuant to Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 11700) of Division 5, an automobile dismantler holding a license and certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 11500) of Division 5, or a lessor-retailer holding a license issued pursuant to Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11600) of Division 5, and subject to the provisions of Section 11615.5. (4) As part of an application to transfer registration of a used vehicle, the dealer or lessor-retailer shall include all of the following information on the certificate of title, application for a duplicate certificate of title, or form prescribed by the department: (A) Date of sale and report-of-sale number. (B) Purchaser’s name and address. (C) Dealer’s name, address, number, and signature, or signature of authorized agent. (D) Salesperson number. (5) If the department returns an application and the application was first received by the department within 30 days of the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and within 20 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle, the dealer or lessor-retailer shall submit a corrected application to the department within 50 days from the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and within 40 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle, or within 30 days from the date that the application was first returned by the department if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and within 20 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle, whichever is later. (6) If the department returns an application and the application was first received by the department more than 30 days from the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and more than 20 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle, the dealer or lessor-retailer shall submit a corrected application to the department within 50 days from the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and within 40 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle. (7) An application first received by the department more than 50 days from the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and more than 40 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle, is subject to the penalties specified in subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 4456.1. (8) The dealer or lessor-retailer shall report the sale pursuant to Section 5901. (9) If the vehicle does not display license plates previously issued by the department, the dealer or lessor-retailer shall attach the temporary license plates issued by the reporting system. (b) (1) A transfer that takes place through a dealer conducting a wholesale vehicle auction shall be reported to the department electronically in a manner approved by the department. The report shall contain, at a minimum, all of the following information: (A) The name and address of the seller. (B) The seller’s dealer number, if applicable. (C) The date of delivery to the dealer conducting the auction. (D) The actual mileage of the vehicle as indicated by the vehicle’s odometer at the time of delivery to the dealer conducting the auction. (E) The name, address, and occupational license number of the dealer conducting the auction. (F) The name, address, and occupational license number of the buyer. (G) The signature of the dealer conducting the auction. (2) Submission of the electronic report specified in paragraph (1) to the department shall fully satisfy the requirements of subdivision (a) and subdivision (a) of Section 5901 with respect to the dealer selling at auction and the dealer conducting the auction. (3) The electronic report required by this subdivision does not relieve a dealer of any obligation or responsibility that is required by any other law. (c) A vehicle displaying a report-of-sale form or temporary license plate issued pursuant to paragraph (8) of subdivision (a) may be operated without license plates until either of the following, whichever occurs first: (1) The license plates and registration card are received by the purchaser. (2) A 90-day period, commencing with the date of sale of the vehicle, has expired. (d) Notwithstanding subdivision (c), a vehicle may continue to display a report-of-sale form or temporary license plates after 90 days if the owner provides proof that the owner has submitted an application to the department pursuant to Section 4457 and it has been no more than 14 days since the permanent license plates were issued to the owner. A violation of this paragraph is a correctable offense pursuant to Section 40303.5. (e) This section shall become operative January 1, 2019. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 256, Sec. 26. (AB 176) Effective September 23, 2021.)
  141. 4456.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Dealers or lessor-retailers who violate certain vehicle registration rules must pay a fee, and some violations can also lead to discipline.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456.1. (a) A dealer or lessor-retailer who violates paragraph (1), (2), or (7) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 shall pay to the department an administrative service fee of five dollars ($5) for each violation. (b) A dealer or lessor-retailer who violates paragraph (4), (5), or (6) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 shall pay to the department an administrative service fee of twenty-five dollars ($25) for each violation. (c) Subject to subdivision (d), each violation of Section 4456 is, in addition to the obligation to pay an administrative service fee, a separate cause for discipline pursuant to Section 11613 or 11705. (d) A violation of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 because of a dealer or lessor-retailer’s failure to submit to the department an application for registration or transfer of registration is a cause for disciplinary action pursuant to Section 11613 or 11705 only if the initial application is submitted 50 days or more following the date of sale of the vehicle if the vehicle is a used vehicle, and 40 days if the vehicle is a new vehicle. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 1155, Sec. 3.1. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  142. 4456.2.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must create and run an electronic dealer reporting system, set standards for temporary license plates, and limit system access to authorized users.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456.2. (a) The department shall develop a system for dealers and lessor-retailers to electronically report the sale of a vehicle before the vehicle is delivered to the purchaser. At minimum, the system shall conform to the following conditions: (1) The system shall provide a licensed dealer with the forms for use as prescribed in subdivision (a) of Section 4456. (2) For a vehicle that does not already display license plates, the system shall also produce a temporary license plate to be used and displayed in lieu of license plates, pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 4456. The temporary license plate shall display the report-of-sale number, expiration date, and any other information deemed necessary by the department. (3) The dealer reporting system shall assign each transaction a unique report-of-sale number that will be displayed on the report-of-sale forms and any temporary license plate. (4) The system shall record the vehicle identification number, vehicle year, model and make, name of dealer or lessor-retailer, purchaser name and address, and any other information deemed necessary by the department. (b) The department shall develop standards for temporary license plates produced pursuant to this section. The standards shall specify content, format, and physical attributes that are cost effective and reasonably necessary to create appropriately durable and legible temporary license plates, including the type and quality of paper, ink, and printer required to create the temporary license plates. (c) Access to the dealer reporting system shall be restricted to authorized users of the department’s vehicle registration and occupational licensing databases. (d) The department shall make the dealer reporting system operational for use no later than January 1, 2019. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 90, Sec. 4. (AB 516) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  143. 4456.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department and director must collect a vehicle-sale fee, with a $1 fee set by the director and a $2,500 annual cap per dealer licensee; the recovery corporation must reimburse department expenses.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456.3. (a) The department shall charge a dealer or lessor-retailer a fee, as established by the director pursuant to subdivision (b), for each vehicle sold by a dealer or lessor-retailer and reported on a report-of-sale form issued by the department to a dealer or lessor-retailer, or for every vehicle sold by a dealer or lessor-retailer if that licensee does not use a report-of-sale form issued by the department because the report of the sale is given electronically or otherwise. The department shall collect the fee and the fees shall be paid to the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation as described in Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 12200) of Division 5. The department shall not charge more than a total of two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) in fees under this section to a dealer licensee within a calendar year. (b) The director shall establish the fee at one dollar ($1) and shall collect the fee. The director shall deposit the fees received in the Motor Vehicle Account. Notwithstanding Section 13340 of the Government Code, the revenues from the fees deposited in the Motor Vehicle Account, less an amount that the director determines is equal to the department’s costs related to collecting and processing the fees, is hereby continuously appropriated to the department for quarterly payment to the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation until the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation notifies the department that the balance in the recovery fund maintained by the corporation has reached five million dollars ($5,000,000). Within 90 days after being notified by the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation, the director shall cease collecting the fee. Thereafter, if the amount in the recovery fund maintained by the corporation is less than two million dollars ($2,000,000), the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation shall notify the department of the amount necessary to return the recovery fund balance to five million dollars ($5,000,000). Within 90 days of being notified, the director shall collect the fee and pay the fee revenue required by this subdivision until the Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation notifies the director that the recovery fund has reached five million dollars ($5,000,000). Within 90 days of being notified, the director shall cease collecting the fee. (c) (1) The Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation shall reimburse the department for all reasonable expenses incurred in implementing this section. (2) The Consumer Motor Vehicle Recovery Corporation shall reimburse the department for all reasonable startup expenses incurred by the department to comply with this section within 90 days after the department begins collecting the fees and transmitting them to the Corporation as provided in this section. (d) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2008. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 437, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008. Section operative July 1, 2008, by its own provisions.)
  144. 4456.4.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A new motor vehicle dealer must register certain sold or leased motor vehicles electronically when the department allows electronic processing.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456.4. (a) A motor vehicle sold or leased by a new motor vehicle dealer shall be registered by the dealer using electronic programs provided by a qualified private industry partner pursuant to Section 1685 if the department permits the transaction to be processed electronically. (b) This section does not apply to the sale or lease of a motorcycle or off-highway motor vehicle subject to identification under Section 38010 or a recreational vehicle as defined in Section 18010 of the Health and Safety Code. (c) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2012. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 329, Sec. 9. (AB 1215) Effective January 1, 2012. Section operative July 1, 2012, by its own provisions.)
  145. 4456.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A dealer may charge vehicle purchasers or lessees certain listed fees, but must not present them as government fees and must not use the electronic filing charge for unrelated items.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4456.5. (a) A dealer may charge the purchaser or lessee of a vehicle the following charges: (1) A document processing charge for the preparation and processing of documents, disclosures, and titling, registration, and information security obligations imposed by state and federal law. The dealer document processing charge shall not be represented as a governmental fee. (A) If a dealer has a contractual agreement with the department to be a private industry partner pursuant to Section 1685, the document processing charge shall not exceed eighty-five dollars ($85). (B) If a dealer does not have a contractual agreement with the department to be a private industry partner pursuant to Section 1685, the document processing charge shall not exceed seventy dollars ($70). (2) An electronic filing charge, not to exceed the actual amount the dealer is charged by a first-line service provider for providing license plate processing, postage, and the fees and services authorized pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (d) of Section 1685, including services related to reporting vehicle sales and producing temporary license plates pursuant to Sections 4456 and 4456.2. The electronic filing charge shall not be used to pay for additional fees, goods, or services not directly related to the electronic registration of a motor vehicle, including, but not limited to, the receipt by the dealer of free or discounted goods, services, or financial incentives. The director may establish, through the adoption of regulations, the maximum amount that a first-line service provider may charge a dealer. The electronic filing charge shall not be represented as a governmental fee. (b) As used in this section, the term “first-line service provider” shall have the same meaning as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 1685. (c) This section does not prohibit a first-line service provider from entering into contracts with dealers for products and services unrelated to electronic vehicle registration services. (d) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2019. (Repealed (in Sec. 5) and added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 90, Sec. 6. (AB 516) Effective January 1, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2019, by its own provisions.)
  146. 4457.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a registration card or license plate is stolen, lost, mutilated, or illegible, the vehicle owner must immediately apply for a duplicate, substitute, or new registration; the department may issue one if the applicant provides satisfactory information.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4457. If any registration card or license plate is stolen, lost, mutilated, or illegible, the owner of the vehicle for which the same was issued, as shown by the records of the department, shall immediately make application for and may, upon the applicant furnishing information satisfactory to the department, obtain a duplicate or a substitute or a new registration under a new registration number, as determined to be most advisable by the department. An application for a duplicate registration card is not required in conjunction with any other application. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1268, Sec. 1.)
  147. 4458.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If both license plates or a permanent trailer identification plate are lost or stolen, the registered owner must immediately notify law enforcement and apply to the department for replacement plates.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4458. If both license plates or a permanent trailer identification plate are lost or stolen, the registered owner shall immediately notify a law enforcement agency, and shall immediately apply to the department for new plates in lieu of the plates stolen or lost. The department shall in every proper case, except in the case of plates which are exempt from fees, cause to be issued applicable license plates of a different number and assign the registration number to the vehicle for which the plates are issued. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 826, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  148. 4459.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a certificate of ownership is stolen, lost, mutilated, or illegible, the legal owner—or if none, the vehicle owner on the department’s records—must immediately apply for a duplicate and may receive one if the department is satisfied with the information provided.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4459. If any certificate of ownership is stolen, lost, mutilated or illegible, the legal owner or, if none, then the owner of the vehicle for which the same was issued as shown by the records of the department shall immediately make application for and may, upon the applicant furnishing information satisfactory to the department, obtain a duplicate. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  149. 4460.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Certain agencies and officers may seize or take possession of specified registration documents and license plates in listed circumstances, and seized items must be delivered to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4460. (a) The Department of Motor Vehicles, the Traffic Adjudication Board, and the Department of the California Highway Patrol, any regularly employed and salaried police officer or deputy sheriff or any reserve police officer or reserve deputy sheriff listed in Section 830.6 of the Penal Code may take possession of any certificate, card, placard, permit, license, or license plate issued under this code, upon expiration, revocation, cancellation, or suspension thereof or which is fictitious or which has been unlawfully or erroneously issued. Any license plate which is not attached to the vehicle for which issued, when and in the manner required under this code, may be seized, and attachment to the proper vehicle may be made or required. (b) Any document, placard, or license plate seized shall be delivered to the Department of Motor Vehicles. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 292, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  150. 4461.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section limits lending, use, display, and parking use of ownership and disabled-person parking items, and allows only a narrow placard-sharing exception when transporting the disabled person.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4461. (a) A person shall not lend a certificate of ownership, registration card, license plate, special plate, validation tab, or permit issued to him or her if the person desiring to borrow it would not be entitled to its use, and a person shall not knowingly permit its use by one not entitled to it. (b) A person to whom a disabled person placard has been issued shall not lend the placard to another person, and a disabled person shall not knowingly permit the use for parking purposes of the placard or identification license plate issued pursuant to Section 5007 by one not entitled to it. A person to whom a disabled person placard has been issued may permit another person to use the placard only while in the presence or reasonable proximity of the disabled person for the purpose of transporting the disabled person. A violation of this subdivision is subject to the issuance of a notice of parking violation imposing a civil penalty of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), for which enforcement shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Article 3 (commencing with Section 40200) of Chapter 1 of Division 17 or is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), imprisonment in the county jail for not more than six months, or both that fine and imprisonment. (c) Except for the purpose of transporting a disabled person as specified in subdivision (b), a person shall not display a disabled person placard that was not issued to him or her or that has been canceled or revoked pursuant to Section 22511.6. A violation of this subdivision is subject to the issuance of a notice of parking violation imposing a civil penalty of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), for which enforcement shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Article 3 (commencing with Section 40200) of Chapter 1 of Division 17 or is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), imprisonment in the county jail for not more than six months, or both that fine and imprisonment. (d) Notwithstanding subdivisions (a), (b), and (c), a person using a vehicle displaying a special identification license plate issued to another pursuant to Section 5007 shall not park in those parking stalls or spaces designated for disabled persons pursuant to Section 22511.7 or 22511.8, unless transporting a disabled person. A violation of this subdivision is subject to the issuance of a notice of parking violation imposing a civil penalty of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), for which enforcement shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Article 3 (commencing with Section 40200) of Chapter 1 of Division 17 or is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), imprisonment in the county jail for not more than six months, or both that fine and imprisonment. (e)For the purposes of subdivisions (b) and (c), “disabled person placard” means a placard issued pursuant to Section 22511.55 or 22511.59. (Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 415, Sec. 2. (AB 144) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  151. 4461.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A city or county may add a $100 penalty for certain disabled-parking violations, and the money must be used for disabled-parking enforcement.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4461.3. In addition to any fine imposed for conviction of a violation of Section 4461 or 22507.8, a city or county may adopt an ordinance or resolution to assess an additional penalty of one hundred dollars ($100). All revenue generated from imposition of the penalty shall be used specifically for the purpose of improving enforcement of the provisions of this code relating to disabled parking spaces and placards within the city or county. Revenue generated from imposition of the penalty may not be used to supplant funds used for other general parking enforcement purposes, but may be used to offset the cost of establishing a new disabled parking enforcement program. (Added by Stats. 2003, Ch. 555, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  152. 4461.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The court may impose a civil penalty of up to $1,500 for each conviction for violating Section 4461(c) or (d), instead of or in addition to any fine.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4461.5. In addition to, or instead of, any fine imposed for conviction of a violation of subdivision (c) or (d) of Section 4461, the court may impose a civil penalty of not more than one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500) for each conviction. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 215, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  153. 4462.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Drivers must show registration or identification documents to a peace officer on demand, and people must not display or present vehicle documents or plates that are not for that vehicle or not otherwise lawfully used.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4462. (a) The driver of a motor vehicle shall present the registration or identification card or other evidence of registration of any or all vehicles under his or her immediate control for examination upon demand of any peace officer. (b) A person shall not display upon a vehicle, nor present to any peace officer, any registration card, identification card, temporary receipt, license plate, temporary license plate, device issued pursuant to Section 4853, or permit not issued for that vehicle or not otherwise lawfully used thereon under this code. (c) This section shall become operative January 1, 2019. (Repealed (in Sec. 7) and added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 90, Sec. 8. (AB 516) Effective January 1, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2019, by its own provisions.)
  154. 4462.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person who violates subdivision (b) of Section 4462 with intent to avoid vehicle registration requirements commits a misdemeanor.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4462.5. Every person who commits a violation of subdivision (b) of Section 4462, with intent to avoid compliance with vehicle registration requirements of Article 1 (commencing with Section 4000) of Chapter 1 or Article 1 (commencing with Section 5600) of Chapter 2, is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 640, Sec. 2.)
  155. 4463.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section makes it a crime to falsify or traffic in certain vehicle registration documents, disabled person placards, and Clean Air Stickers.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4463. (a) A person who, with intent to prejudice, damage, or defraud, commits any of the following acts is guilty of a felony and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code for 16 months, or two or three years, or by imprisonment in a county jail for not more than one year: (1) Alters, forges, counterfeits, or falsifies a certificate of ownership, registration card, certificate, license, license plate, temporary license plate, device issued pursuant to Sections 4853 and 4854, special plate, or permit provided for by this code or a comparable certificate of ownership, registration card, certificate, license, license plate, temporary license plate, device comparable to that issued pursuant to Sections 4853 and 4854, special plate, or permit provided for by a foreign jurisdiction, or alters, forges, counterfeits, or falsifies the document, device, or plate with intent to represent it as issued by the department, or alters, forges, counterfeits, or falsifies with fraudulent intent an endorsement of transfer on a certificate of ownership or other document evidencing ownership, or with fraudulent intent displays or causes or permits to be displayed or have in their possession a blank, incomplete, canceled, suspended, revoked, altered, forged, counterfeit, or false certificate of ownership, registration card, certificate, license, license plate, temporary license plate, device issued pursuant to Sections 4853 and 4854, special plate, or permit. (2) Utters, publishes, passes, or attempts to pass, as true and genuine, a false, altered, forged, or counterfeited matter listed in paragraph (1) knowing it to be false, altered, forged, or counterfeited. (b) A person who, with intent to prejudice, damage, or defraud, commits any of the following acts is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for six months, a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or both that fine and imprisonment, which penalty shall not be suspended: (1) Forges, counterfeits, or falsifies a disabled person placard or a comparable placard relating to parking privileges for disabled persons provided for by a foreign jurisdiction, or forges, counterfeits, or falsifies a disabled person placard with intent to represent it as issued by the department. (2) Passes, or attempts to pass, as true and genuine, a false, forged, or counterfeit disabled person placard knowing it to be false, forged, or counterfeited. (3) Acquires, possesses, sells, or offers for sale a genuine or counterfeit disabled person placard. (c) A person who, with fraudulent intent, displays or causes or permits to be displayed a forged, counterfeit, or false disabled person placard, is subject to the issuance of a notice of parking violation imposing a civil penalty of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), for which enforcement shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Article 3 (commencing with Section 40200) of Chapter 1 of Division 17, or is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for six months, a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or both that fine and imprisonment, which penalty shall not be suspended. (d) For purposes of subdivision (b) or (c), “disabled person placard” means a placard issued pursuant to Section 22511.55 or 22511.59. (e) A person who, with intent to prejudice, damage, or defraud, commits any of the following acts is guilty of an infraction, and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) and not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for a first offense, not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and not more than five hundred dollars ($500) for a second offense, and not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) for a third or subsequent offense, which penalty shall not be suspended: (1) Forges, counterfeits, or falsifies a Clean Air Sticker or a comparable clean air sticker relating to high-occupancy vehicle lane privileges provided for by a foreign jurisdiction, or forges, counterfeits, or falsifies a Clean Air Sticker with intent to represent it as issued by the department. (2) Passes, or attempts to pass, as true and genuine, a false, forged, or counterfeit Clean Air Sticker knowing it to be false, forged, or counterfeited. (3) Acquires, possesses, sells, or offers for sale a counterfeit Clean Air Sticker. (4) Acquires, possesses, sells, or offers for sale a genuine Clean Air Sticker separate from the vehicle for which the department issued that sticker. (f) As used in this section, “Clean Air Sticker” means a label or decal issued pursuant to Sections 5205.5 and 21655.9. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 746, Sec. 1. (AB 984) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  156. 4463.3.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For convictions under Section 4463(b) or (c), the court may impose a civil penalty of up to $2,500 per conviction, in addition to or instead of any fine.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4463.3. In addition to, or instead of, any fine imposed for conviction of a violation of subdivision (b) or (c) of Section 4463, the court may impose a civil penalty of not more than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) for each conviction. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 215, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  157. 4463.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Most people may not make or sell decorative or facsimile license plates that are about the same size as the department’s plates. The director may allow them for special events or media productions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4463.5. (a) No person shall manufacture or sell a decorative or facsimile license plate of a size substantially similar to the license plate issued by the department. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), the director may authorize the manufacture and sale of decorative or facsimile license plates for special events or media productions. (c) A violation of this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500). (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 859, Sec. 1.)
  158. 4464.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A person must not display on a vehicle a license plate that has been altered from its original markings.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4464. A person shall not display upon a vehicle a license plate that is altered from its original markings. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 702, Sec. 2. (AB 2489) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  159. 4465.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A vehicle’s legal owner of record may request registration-status information, and the department must provide it. The department may also charge a fee to cover the cost of furnishing the information.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4465. (a) A legal owner of record of a vehicle may request, and the department shall furnish, information regarding the current registration status of the vehicle, including the license plate number and address of the registered owner of the vehicle. The department may charge a fee to pay for the cost of furnishing this information. (b) (1) By January 1, 2010, the department shall be in full compliance with the federal Anti Car Theft Act of 1992 (P.L. 102-519) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) rules governing the federal National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) (49 U.S.C. Sec. 30501 et seq.), to the extent practicable. (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), by January 1, 2010, the department shall eliminate any restrictions to consumer access to titling, branding, and theft information provided by the department to NMVTIS, to ensure that prospective purchasers have instant and reliable access to California’s data. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 328, Sec. 226. (SB 1330) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  160. 4466.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department generally may not issue a duplicate or substitute title or license plate when the owner’s address on the application does not match its records, unless the owner applies in person and provides the required documents.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4466. (a) The department shall not issue a duplicate or substitute certificate of title or license plate if, after a search of the records of the department, the registered owner’s address, as submitted on the application, is different from that which appears in the records of the department, unless the registered owner applies in person and presents all of the following: (1) Proof of ownership of the vehicle that is acceptable to the department. Proof of ownership may be the certificate of title, registration certificate, or registration renewal notice, or a facsimile or photocopy of any of those documents, if the facsimile or photocopy matches the vehicle record of the department. (2) A driver’s license or identification card containing a picture of the licensee or cardholder issued to the registered owner by the department pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 12500) of Division 6. The department shall conduct a search of its records to verify the authenticity of any document submitted under this paragraph. (A) If the registered owner is a resident of another state or country, the registered owner shall present a driver’s license or identification card issued by that state or country. In addition, the registered owner shall provide photo documentation in the form of a valid passport, military identification card, identification card issued by a state or United States government agency, student identification card issued by a college or university, or identification card issued by a California-based employer. If a resident of another state is unable to present the required photo identification, the department shall verify the authenticity of the driver’s license or identification card by contacting the state that issued the driver’s license or identification card. (B) If the registered owner is not an individual, the person submitting the application shall submit the photo identification required pursuant to this paragraph, as well as documentation acceptable to the department that demonstrates that the person is employed by an officer of the registered owner. (3) If the application is for the purpose of replacing a license plate that was stolen, a copy of a police report identifying the plate as stolen. (4) If the application is for the purpose of replacing a certificate of title or license plate that was mutilated or destroyed, the remnants of the mutilated or destroyed document or plate. (5) If the department has a record of a prior issuance of a duplicate or substitute certificate of title or license plate for the vehicle within the past 90 days, a copy of a report from the Department of the California Highway Patrol verifying the vehicle identification number of the vehicle. (b) Subdivision (a) does not apply if any of the following applies: (1) The registered owner’s name, address, and driver’s license or identification card number submitted on the application match the name, address, and driver’s license or identification card number contained in the department’s records. (2) An application for a duplicate or substitute certificate of title or license plate is submitted by or through one of the following: (A) A legal owner, if the legal owner is not the same person as the registered owner or as the lessee under Section 4453.5. (B) A dealer or an agent of the dealer. (C) A dismantler. (D) An insurer or an agent of the insurer. (E) A salvage pool. (c) At the discretion of the department, subdivision (a) does not apply in any of the following circumstances: (1) An application for a duplicate or substitute certificate of title or license plate is submitted by a licensed registration service representing any of the following: (A) A person or entity listed in subparagraphs (A) to (E), inclusive, of paragraph (2) of subdivision (b). (B) A business entity recognized under the laws of this state or the laws of any foreign or domestic jurisdiction whose laws are in parity with the laws of this state. (C) A court-appointed bankruptcy referee. (D) A person who is an individual, is not included in subparagraphs (A) to (C), inclusive, and submits to the licensed registration service an application with a signature that is validated by a notary public. The licensed registration service shall maintain full and complete records of its transactions conducted pursuant to this subparagraph and shall make those records available for inspection by an investigator of the Department of Motor Vehicles, investigator of the Department of the California Highway Patrol, a city police department, a county sheriff’s office, or a district attorney’s office, if the investigator requests access to the record and the request is for the purpose of a criminal investigation. (2) The vehicle is registered under the International Registration Plan pursuant to Section 8052 or under the Permanent Fleet Registration program pursuant to Article 9.5 (commencing with Section 5301). (3) The vehicle is an implement of husbandry, as defined in Section 36000, or a tow dolly, or has been issued an identification plate under Section 5014 or 5014.1. (d) The department shall issue one or more license plates only to the registered owner or lessee. The department shall issue the certificate of title only to the legal owner, or if none, then to the registered owner, as shown on the department’s records. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 328, Sec. 227. (SB 1330) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  161. 4467.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must issue new and different license plates immediately when a registered owner appears in person, files a completed application, and provides the required proof, documents, plates, fees, and qualifying incident or protection documentation.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Evidences of Registration [4450 - 4467] ( Article 4 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4467. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, the department shall issue new and different license plates immediately upon request to the registered owner of a vehicle who appears in person and submits a completed application, if all of the following are provided: (1) Proof of ownership of the vehicle that is acceptable to the department. (2) A driver’s license or identification card containing a picture of the licensee or cardholder issued to the registered owner by the department pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 12500) of Division 6. The department shall conduct a search of its records to verify the authenticity of any document submitted under this paragraph. (3) The previously issued license plates from the vehicle. (4) The payment of required fees under subdivision (c) of Section 4850 and subdivision (b) of Section 9265 for the issuance of duplicate license plates. (5) One of the following: (A) A copy of a police report, court documentation, or other law enforcement documentation identifying the registered owner of the vehicle as the victim of an incident of domestic violence, as specified in Section 1708.6 of the Civil Code, the subject of stalking, as specified in Section 1708.7 of the Civil Code or Section 646.9 of the Penal Code, the victim of a rape, as defined in Section 261 or former Section 262 of the Penal Code, or the victim of a sexual battery, as defined in Section 1708.5 of the Civil Code. (B) A written acknowledgment, dated within 30 days of submission, on the letterhead of a domestic violence agency or a rape crisis center, that the registered owner is actively seeking assistance or has sought assistance from that agency within the past year. (C) An active protective order as defined in Section 6218 of the Family Code, or issued pursuant to Section 527.6 or 527.8 of the Code of Civil Procedure, that names the registered owner as a protected party. (b) Subdivision (a) does not apply to special license plates issued under Article 8 (commencing with Section 5000) of Chapter 1 of Division 3, special interest license plates issued under Article 8.4 (commencing with Section 5060) of Chapter 1 of Division 3, or environmental license plates issued under Article 8.5 (commencing with Section 5100) of Chapter 1 of Division 3. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 626, Sec. 73. (AB 1171) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  162. 450.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “oil well production service unit” as a vehicle made for servicing oil wells, used only for that purpose, and only incidentally driven or moved on a highway.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 450. An “oil well production service unit” is any vehicle specifically designed for and used exclusively in servicing oil wells which is only incidentally operated or moved on a highway. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 133.)
  163. 455.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    “Original driver’s license” means the first driver’s license issued to a person under this code.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 455. “Original driver’s license” means the first driver’s license issued a person under this code. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  164. 460.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines who counts as an “owner” of a vehicle.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 460. An “owner” is a person having all the incidents of ownership, including the legal title of a vehicle whether or not such person lends, rents, or creates a security interest in the vehicle; the person entitled to the possession of a vehicle as the purchaser under a security agreement; or the State, or any county, city, district, or political subdivision of the State, or the United States, when entitled to the possession and use of a vehicle under a lease, lease-sale, or rental-purchase agreement for a period of 30 consecutive days or more. (Amended by Stats. 1963, Ch. 1867.)
  165. 4600.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Certificates of ownership are not renewed annually and stay valid until the department suspends, revokes, or cancels them for cause or after a transfer of an interest shown on the certificate.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4600. Certificates of ownership shall not be renewed annually but shall remain valid until suspended, revoked, or canceled by the department for cause or upon a transfer of any interest shown therein. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  166. 4601.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Vehicle registrations and registration cards expire on the director’s designated expiration date and must be renewed before the registration year ends.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4601. (a) Except as otherwise provided in this code, every vehicle registration and registration card expires at midnight on the expiration date designated by the director pursuant to Section 1651.5, and shall be renewed prior to the expiration of the registration year. The department may, upon payment of the proper fees, renew the registration of vehicles. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, renewal of registration for any vehicle that is either currently registered or for which a certification pursuant to Section 4604 has been filed may be obtained not more than 75 days prior to the expiration of the current registration or certification. (c) Notwithstanding subdivision (b) or any other law, commencing upon the effective date of the act that added this subdivision, the renewal of registration for a vehicle that expires on or before June 30, 2011, may be obtained not more than 75 days prior to the expiration of the current registration or certification and the renewal of registration for a vehicle that expires on or after July 1, 2011, or for which a certification, pursuant to Section 4604, has been filed, may not be obtained until the expiration of the current registration or certification or until the department has issued a notice of renewal, whichever occurs first. This subdivision shall become inoperative on January 1, 2012. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 21, Sec. 4. (SB 94) Effective May 4, 2011.)
  167. 4601.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Registrations under the Partial Year Registration Program expire at midnight on December 31 of the registration year.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4601.5. Notwithstanding Section 4601, the registration for vehicles registered pursuant to the Partial Year Registration Program as described in Article 5 (commencing with Section 9700) of Chapter 6 of Division 3, expires at midnight of December 31 of the registration year. However, for the purposes of applying any future reductions or increases in the vehicle license fee, the vehicle registrations subject to this section shall be deemed to have a final expiration date in the succeeding calendar year. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 169, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  168. 4602.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The vehicle owner must apply to renew registration by midnight on the expiration date and must submit the required registration card or potential registration card plus the full annual registration fee.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4602. Application for renewal of a vehicle registration shall be made by the owner not later than midnight of the expiration date, and shall be made by presentation of the registration card last issued for the vehicle or by presentation of a potential registration card issued by the department for use at the time of renewal and by payment of the full registration year fee for the vehicle as provided in this code. If the registration card and potential registration card are unavailable, a fee as specified in Section 9265 shall not be paid. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1268, Sec. 2.)
  169. 4603.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The director, with the Governor’s approval, may extend the closing date for renewal-of-registration applications by up to 10 days when the director believes it would benefit the State.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4603. Whenever in his opinion the interests of the State will be promoted thereby, the director with the approval of the Governor may extend for a period not to exceed 10 days the closing of the period during which applications for renewal of registration may be presented without the payment of penalties. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  170. 4604.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Before a vehicle registration expires, the owner must file a certification that the vehicle will not be operated or left on a highway without first registering it, and must pay a $15 filing fee. Renewal filings may avoid delinquent-fee penalties only if submitted on time and, in one case, within 20 days after first highway use.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4604. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (d), prior to the expiration of the registration of a vehicle, if that registration is not to be renewed prior to its expiration, the owner of the vehicle shall file, under penalty of perjury, a certification that the vehicle will not be operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway without first making an application for registration of the vehicle, including full payment of all fees. The certification is valid until the vehicle’s registration is renewed pursuant to subdivision (c). (b) Each certification filed pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be accompanied by a filing fee of fifteen dollars ($15). (c) (1) An application for renewal of registration, except when accompanied by an application for transfer of title to, or an interest in, the vehicle, shall be submitted to the department with payment of the required fees for the current registration year and without penalty for delinquent payment of fees imposed under this code or under Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code if the department receives the application prior to or on the date the vehicle is first operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway during the current registration year and the certification required pursuant to subdivision (a) was timely filed with the department. (2) If an application for renewal of registration is accompanied by an application for transfer of title, that application may be made without incurring a penalty for delinquent payment of fees not later than 20 days after the date the vehicle is first operated, moved, or left standing on a highway if a certification pursuant to subdivision (a) was timely filed with the department. (d) A certification is not required to be filed pursuant to subdivision (a) for one or more of the following: (1) A vehicle on which the registration expires while being held as inventory by a dealer or lessor-retailer or while being held pending a lien sale by the keeper of a garage or operator of a towing service. (2) A vehicle registered pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 8050) of Chapter 4 of Division 3. (3) A vehicle described in Section 5004, 5004.5, or 5051, as provided in Section 4604.2. However, the registered owner may file a certificate of nonoperation in lieu of the certification specified in subdivision (a). (4) A vehicle registered pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 9700) of Chapter 6 if the registered owner has complied with subdivision (c) of Section 9706. (e) Notwithstanding Section 670, for purposes of this section, a “vehicle” is a device by which a person or property may be propelled, moved, or driven upon a highway having intact and assembled its major component parts including, but not limited to, the frame or chassis, cowl, and floor pan or, in the case of a trailer, the frame and wheels or, in the case of a motorcycle, the frame, front fork, and engine. For purposes of this section, “vehicle” does not include a device moved exclusively by human power, a device used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks, or a motorized wheelchair. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 574, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  171. 4604.2.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Some renewal and registration applications must include a certificate of nonoperation, and the department must accept certain filings without delinquent fees if they are received before the vehicle is first used on a highway.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4604.2. (a) When the registration of a vehicle registered on a partial year basis has expired and the vehicle is not thereafter operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway, and the vehicle is in compliance with subdivision (b) of Section 9706 applying to vehicles registered on a partial year basis, an application for renewal made subsequent to that expiration shall be accompanied by a certificate of nonoperation. (b) An application for registration or renewal of registration of a vehicle described in Section 5004 or 5004.5 that has not been operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway shall be accompanied by a certificate of nonoperation for the period during which the vehicle was not registered. (c) A certificate of nonoperation may be accepted for a vehicle registered pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 8050) of Chapter 4 solely for the purpose of waiver of penalties. (d) The application for registration or renewal of registration of vehicles specified in subdivisions (a) and (b), whether or not accompanied by an application for transfer of title, shall be accepted by the department upon payment of the proper fees for the current registration year without the payment of delinquent fees imposed under this code or Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code if the department receives the application and certificate of nonoperation prior to the date the vehicle is first operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway during the current registration year. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 574, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  172. 4604.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Some late vehicle-registration certifications may be filed up to 90 days after expiration if the vehicle has not been used on a highway, but filing is subject to fees and penalties.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4604.5. (a) (1) If the vehicle has not been operated, moved, or left standing upon any highway subsequent to the expiration of the vehicle’s registration, the certification specified in Section 4604 or 4604.2 may be filed after the expiration of the registration of a vehicle, but not later than 90 days after the expiration date, subject to the payment of the filing fee specified in Section 4604 and the penalty specified in paragraph (2). (2) A penalty shall be collected on any certification specified in Section 4604 or 4604.2 filed later than midnight of the date of expiration of registration. The penalty shall be computed as provided in Sections 9406 and 9559 and after the registration and weight fees have been combined with the license fee specified in Section 10751 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, as follows: (A) For a delinquency period of 10 days or less, the penalty is 10 percent of the fee. (B) For a delinquency period of more than 10 days, to and including 30 days, the penalty is 20 percent of the fee. (C) For a delinquency period of more than 30 days, to and including 90 days, the penalty is 60 percent of the fee. (3) This subdivision applies to the renewal of registration for vehicles with expiration dates on or before December 31, 2002. (b) The certification specified in Sections 4604 and 4604.2 may be filed no more than 90 days after the expiration of the registration of a vehicle if the vehicle has not been operated, moved, or left standing upon any highway subsequent to the expiration of the vehicle’s registration. A penalty shall be collected on any certification specified in Section 4604 or 4604.2 filed later than midnight of the date of expiration of registration. After 90 days, the vehicle must be registered pursuant to Section 4601. A certification filed pursuant to this subdivision is subject to the payment of the filing fee specified in Section 4604 and the payment of the penalties specified in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of this subdivision. (1) The penalty for late payment of the registration fee provided in Section 9250 is as follows: (A) For a delinquency period of 10 days or less, the penalty is ten dollars ($10). (B) For a delinquency period of more than 10 days, to and including 30 days, the penalty is fifteen dollars ($15). (C) For a delinquency period of more than 30 days, to and including 90 days, the penalty is thirty dollars ($30). (2) The penalty on the weight fee and the vehicle license fee shall be computed after the weight fee as provided in Section 9400 or 9400.1 plus the vehicle license fee specified in Section 10751 of the Revenue and Taxation Code have been added together as follows: (A) For a delinquency period of 10 days or less, the penalty is 10 percent of the fee. (B) For a delinquency period exceeding 10 days, to and including 30 days, the penalty is 20 percent of the fee. (C) For a delinquency period of more than 30 days, to and including 90 days, the penalty is 60 percent of the fee. (3) Weight fees not reported and not paid within 20 days, as required by Section 9406, shall be assessed a penalty on the difference in the weight fee, as follows: (A) For a delinquency period of 10 days or less, the penalty is 10 percent of the fee. (B) For a delinquency period exceeding 10 days, to and including 30 days, the penalty is 20 percent of the fee. (C) For a delinquency period of more than 30 days, to and including 90 days, the penalty is 60 percent of the fee. (c) This section shall apply to registration renewals that expire on or after January 1, 2003. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 805, Sec. 12. Effective September 23, 2002.)
  173. 4605.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    If a vehicle was stolen or embezzled, fees or penalties do not accrue from operating it, if the owner or legal owner files a written certificate describing the theft or embezzlement and certifies it was reported.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4605. Notwithstanding Section 4000 of this code, and notwithstanding Section 38020 of this code, no fees or penalties imposed under this code or under Part 5 (commencing with Section 10701) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code shall accrue due to operation of a vehicle in conjunction with the theft or embezzlement of the vehicle if the owner or legal owner submits a certificate in writing setting forth the circumstances of the theft or embezzlement and certifies that the theft or embezzlement of the vehicle has been reported pursuant to the provisions of this code. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 935.)
  174. 4606.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A vehicle may be driven on the highways after a registration application has been filed, until the new registration indicia arrive, if the prior-year plates and any validating devices are displayed.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4606. Notwithstanding any provision of subdivision (a) of Section 5204 to the contrary, when an application for the registration of a vehicle has been made as required in Sections 4152.5 and 4602, the vehicle may be operated on the highways until the new indicia of current registration have been received from the department, upon condition that there be displayed on the vehicle the license plates and validating devices, if any, issued to the vehicle for the previous registration year. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 258, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  175. 4607.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    When the department renews a vehicle registration, it must issue a new registration card to the owner.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4607. The department, upon renewing a registration, shall issue a new registration card to the owner as upon an original registration. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  176. 4609.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may extend or reissue license plates, must issue a tab, sticker, or similar device each intervening year, and the director may cancel a plate series with the Governor’s approval after five years.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4609. The department may extend the life of the current series of license plates, outstanding during 1957, and may hereafter issue a new series of license plates for an indefinite period of time, but in no event for a period less than five (5) years. During each intervening year of the period for which the plates are issued, the department shall issue a tab, sticker, or other suitable device as herein provided. Any such series of plates may be canceled by the director with the approval of the Governor at any time after five years from the year of issuance of such series. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  177. 461.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The Senate, Assembly, committees of either, or the Governor’s office may be exempt from Section 460 for certain leased vehicles if they give written notice to the department.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 461. The Senate, Assembly, or any committees thereof, or the Governor’s office in possession and using vehicles under a lease, lease-sale, or rental-purchase agreement for a period of 30 consecutive days or more, unless otherwise provided in the lease or rental agreement, shall be exempt from the provisions of Section 460, upon the giving of written notice to the department of the desire to be so exempt. (Added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 162.)
  178. 4610.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may authorize certain receipt endorsements or registration-card validations by approved persons or organizations.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Renewal of Registration [4600 - 4610] ( Article 5 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4610. The department may authorize an endorsement of a receipt or the validation of a registration card or potential registration card as provided in this code by a person or organization holding a certificate of authority issued under the provisions of Part 5 (commencing with Section 12140) of Division 2 of the Insurance Code. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 454, Sec. 181.)
  179. 462.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “paratransit vehicle” and sets the conditions a vehicle must meet to fit that term.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 462. A “paratransit vehicle” is a passenger vehicle, other than a bus, schoolbus, school pupil activity bus, youth bus, general public paratransit vehicle, or taxicab that is both of the following: (a) (1) Operated for hire by a business, nonprofit organization, or the state, or a political subdivision of the state utilizing drivers who receive compensation for their services and who spend a majority of their workweek operating a passenger vehicle. (2) For the purposes of this subdivision, compensation does not include reimbursement to volunteer drivers of the cost of providing transportation services at a rate not greater than that approved by the United States Internal Revenue Service for volunteers. (3) For the purposes of this subdivision, “for hire” means that the entity providing transportation services is compensated for the transportation under contract or agreement. (b) Regularly used to provide transportation services to any of the following: (1) Disabled persons who meet the definition of handicapped persons, as defined in Section 99206.5 of the Public Utilities Code. (2) Persons with a developmental disability, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 4512 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (3) Individuals with disabilities who are determined to be eligible for complementary paratransit services under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (P.L.101-336). (4) Persons who are 55 years of age or older. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 404, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  180. 463.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    “Park or parking” means standing a vehicle, except when it is only temporary and is being used for loading or unloading merchandise or passengers.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 463. “Park or parking” shall mean the standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, otherwise than temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading merchandise or passengers. (Added by Stats. 1961, Ch. 1608.)
  181. 464.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “passenger transportation vehicle.”

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 464. A “passenger transportation vehicle” is any vehicle, including a trailer bus, designed, used, or maintained for carrying more than 10 persons including the driver, which requires the person to have in his or her immediate possession a valid driver’s license for the appropriate class of vehicle to be driven endorsed for passenger transportation. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1360, Sec. 1.5.)
  182. 465.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “passenger vehicle” and says it includes a housecar.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 465. A “passenger vehicle” is any motor vehicle, other than a motortruck, truck tractor, or a bus, as defined in Section 233, and used or maintained for the transportation of persons. The term “passenger vehicle” shall include a housecar. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 1008, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  183. 467.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “pedestrian” to include a person who is afoot or using certain human-powered or mobility devices.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 467. (a) A “pedestrian” is a person who is afoot or who is using any of the following: (1) A means of conveyance propelled by human power other than a bicycle. (2) An electric personal assistive mobility device. (b) “Pedestrian” includes a person who is operating a self-propelled wheelchair, motorized tricycle, or motorized quadricycle and, by reason of physical disability, is otherwise unable to move about as a pedestrian, as specified in subdivision (a). (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 404, Sec. 3) by Stats. 2007, Ch. 106, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  184. 467.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “pedicab” and says a pedicab is subject to Article 4.5 requirements.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 467.5. “Pedicab” means any of the following: (a) A bicycle, including an electric bicycle, that has three or more wheels, that transports, or is capable of transporting, passengers on seats attached to the bicycle, that is operated by a person, and that is being used for transporting passengers for hire. (b) A bicycle, including an electric bicycle, that pulls a trailer, sidecar, or similar device, that transports, or is capable of transporting, passengers on seats attached to the trailer, sidecar, or similar device, that is operated by a person, and that is being used for transporting passengers for hire. (c) A four-wheeled device that is primarily or exclusively pedal-powered, has a seating capacity for eight or more passengers, cannot travel in excess of 15 miles per hour, and is being used for transporting passengers for hire. A pedicab defined under this subdivision is subject to the requirements of Article 4.5 (commencing with Section 21215) of Chapter 1 of Division 11. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 311, Sec. 3. (SB 814) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  185. 468.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must start the permanent trailer identification plate program on or after December 31, 2001, may choose the method used for trailers to get the plate, and determines the plate’s size and design.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 468. The department shall commence the “permanent trailer identification plate program,” on or after December 31, 2001, and may designate the method, consistent with this code, to be used by trailers, as defined in Section 5014.1, to receive an assigned permanent trailer identification plate for all trailers, except for trailer coaches and park trailers as described in subdivision (b) of Section 18010 of the Health and Safety Code, for identification purposes. An auxiliary dolly or tow dolly may be assigned a permanent trailer identification plate. The plate shall be in a size and design as determined by the department. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 861, Sec. 15. Effective September 29, 2000. Operative December 31, 2001, pursuant to Sec. 67 of Ch. 861.)
  186. 470.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    For this section, “person” includes a natural person, firm, copartnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 470. “Person” includes a natural person, firm, copartnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1010, Sec. 225. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  187. 471.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “pickup truck” for the Vehicle Code.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 471. A “pickup truck” is a motor truck with a manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating of less than 11,500 pounds, an unladen weight of less than 8,001 pounds, and which is equipped with an open box-type bed not exceeding 9 feet in length. “Pickup truck” does not include a motor vehicle otherwise meeting the above definition, that is equipped with a bed-mounted storage compartment unit commonly called a “utility body.” (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 652, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  188. 472.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    A “pilot car” is defined as a motor vehicle, other than certain small two-wheel or three-wheel vehicles, used to escort other vehicles when needed because of size or load, under permit conditions.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 472. A “pilot car” is a motor vehicle, except a motorcycle, motorized bicycle, or motorized quadricycle, which is used to escort one or more other vehicles, when required, due to the vehicles’ size or character of load, in accordance with conditions set forth in a permit issued by the appropriate state agency or by a local authority. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 568, Sec. 1.)
  189. 473.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “pocket bike” and explains when a vehicle is considered designed for highway use.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 473. (a) A “pocket bike” is a two-wheeled motorized device that has a seat or saddle for the use of the rider, and that is not designed or manufactured for highway use. “Pocket bike” does not include an off-highway motorcycle, as defined in Section 436. (b) For purposes of this section, a vehicle is designed for highway use if it meets the applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, as contained in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, and is equipped in accordance with the requirements of this code. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 323, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)
  190. 475.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section defines “pole or pipe dolly.”

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED [100 - 681] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 475. A “pole or pipe dolly” is a vehicle, other than a motor vehicle, having one or more axles which axles, if there be more than one, are not more than 54 inches apart, and two or more wheels, used in connection with a motor vehicle solely for the purpose of transporting poles, timbers, pipes, or integral structural materials and connected with the towing vehicle both by chain, rope, cable, or drawbar, and by the load, without any part of the weight of the dolly resting upon the towing vehicle. (Enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3.)
  191. 4750.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must refuse vehicle registration, renewal, or transfer if specified conditions are met, such as false statements, unpaid fees, certain legal prohibitions, unpaid heavy vehicle tax evidence, or missing financial responsibility evidence.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4750. The department shall refuse registration, or renewal or transfer of registration, upon any of the following grounds: (a) The application contains any false or fraudulent statement. (b) The required fee has not been paid. (c) The registration, or renewal or transfer of registration, is prohibited by the requirements of Part 5 (commencing with Section 43000) of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code. (d) The owner of a heavy vehicle, which is subject to the heavy vehicle use tax imposed pursuant to Section 4481 of Title 26 of the United States Code, has not presented sufficient evidence, as determined by the department, that the tax for the vehicle has been paid pursuant to that section. (e) Evidence of financial responsibility, that is required for a vehicle registration renewal where there is no change in registered owner, has not been provided to the department pursuant to Section 4000.37 or electronically. This subdivision does not apply to any of the following: (1) A vehicle for which a certification has been filed pursuant to Section 4604, until the vehicle is registered for operation upon the highway. (2) A vehicle owned or leased by, or under the direction of, the United States or any public entity that is included in Section 811.2 of the Government Code. (3) A vehicle registration renewal application where there is a change of registered owner. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 880, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  192. 4750.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    This section limits model-year determinations for certain specially constructed vehicles after 500 have been registered in a year, and it sets a $160 inspection fee for amnesty program referee-station inspections.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4750.1. (a) If the department receives an application for registration of a specially constructed passenger vehicle or pickup truck after it has registered 500 specially constructed vehicles during that calendar year pursuant to Section 44017.4 of the Health and Safety Code, and the vehicle has not been previously registered, the vehicle shall be assigned the same model-year as the calendar year in which the application is submitted, for purposes of determining emissions inspection requirements for the vehicle. (b) (1) If the department receives an application for registration of a specially constructed passenger vehicle or pickup truck that has been previously registered after it has registered 500 specially constructed vehicles during that calendar year pursuant to Section 44017.4 of the Health and Safety Code, and the application requests a model-year determination different from the model-year assigned in the previous registration, the application for registration shall be denied and the vehicle owner is subject to the emission control and inspection requirements applicable to the model-year assigned in the previous registration. (2) For a vehicle participating in the amnesty program in effect from July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, pursuant to Section 9565, the model-year of the previous registration shall be the calendar year of the year in which the vehicle owner applied for amnesty. However, a denial of an application for registration issued pursuant to this paragraph does not preclude the vehicle owner from applying for a different model-year determination and application for registration under Section 44017.4 of the Health and Safety Code in a subsequent calendar year. (c) (1) The Bureau of Automotive Repair may charge the vehicle owner who applies to participate in the amnesty program a fee for each referee station inspection conducted pursuant to Section 9565. The fee shall be one hundred sixty dollars ($160) and shall be collected by the referee station performing the inspection. (2) A contract to perform referee services may authorize direct compensation to the referee contractor from the inspection fees collected pursuant to paragraph (1). The referee contractor shall deposit the inspection fees collected from the vehicle owner into a separate trust account that the referee contractor shall account for and manage in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards and principles. Where the department conducts the inspections pursuant to Section 9565, the inspection fees collected by the department shall be deposited into the Vehicle Inspection and Repair Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 388, Sec. 1. (AB 2461) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  193. 4750.4.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may share insurer-provided information only with law enforcement agencies, and only for law enforcement purposes.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4750.4. Information provided by an insurer to the department pursuant to Section 11580.10 of the Insurance Code and former Section 4750.2, as added by Chapter 946 of the Statutes of 1991, shall be made available only to law enforcement agencies for law enforcement purposes. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 194. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  194. 4750.5.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must withhold certain vehicle registration actions until the applicant pays the use tax and any penalty, unless no use tax is due.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4750.5. (a) The department shall withhold the registration or the transfer of registration of any vehicle sold at retail to any applicant by any person other than a vehicle manufacturer or dealer holding a license and certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 11700) of Division 5, or an automobile dismantler holding a license and certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 11500) of Division 5, or a lessor-retailer holding a license issued pursuant to Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11600) of Division 5, and subject to the provisions of Section 11615.5, until the applicant pays to the department the use tax measured by the sales price of the vehicle as required by the Sales and Use Tax Law (Part 1 (commencing with Section 6001) of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code), together with penalty, if any, unless the State Board of Equalization finds that no use tax is due. If the applicant so desires, he may pay the use tax and penalty, if any, to the department so as to secure immediate action upon his application for registration or transfer of registration, and thereafter he may apply through the Department of Motor Vehicles to the State Board of Equalization under the provisions of the Sales and Use Tax Law for a refund of the amount so paid. (b) The department shall transmit to the State Board of Equalization all collections of use tax and penalty made under this section. This transmittal shall be made at least monthly, accompanied by a schedule in such form as the department and board may prescribe. (c) The State Board of Equalization shall reimburse the department for its costs incurred in carrying out the provisions of this section. Such reimbursement shall be effected under agreement between the agencies, approved by the Department of Finance. (d) In computing any use tax or penalty thereon under the provisions of this section, dollar fractions shall be disregarded in the manner specified in Section 9559 of this code. Payment of tax and penalty on this basis shall be deemed full compliance with the requirements of the Sales and Use Tax Law insofar as they are applicable to the use of vehicles to which this section relates. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1284.)
  195. 4750.6.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must send certain tax and penalty collections to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration within 30 days, and that agency must reimburse the department’s costs under an approved interagency agreement.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4750.6. (a) The department shall transmit to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration all collections of tax and penalty made under paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 of this code and Section 6295 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. This transmittal shall be made within 30 days, accompanied by a schedule in such form as the department and California Department of Tax and Fee Administration may prescribe. (b) The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration shall reimburse the department for its costs incurred in carrying out paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 of this code and Section 6295 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. The reimbursement shall be effected under agreement between the agencies, approved by the Department of Finance. (c) In computing any tax or penalty thereon under paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 of this code and Section 6295 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, dollar fractions shall be disregarded in the manner specified in Section 9559 of this code. Payment of tax and penalty on this basis shall be deemed full compliance with the requirements of the Sales and Use Tax Law insofar as they are applicable to the use of vehicles to which paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 4456 of this code and Section 6295 of the Revenue and Taxation Code relates. (d) The amendments to this section made by the act adding this subdivision do not constitute a change in, but are declaratory of, existing law. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 256, Sec. 27. (AB 176) Effective September 23, 2021.)
  196. 4751.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department may refuse a vehicle’s registration, renewal, or transfer of registration if any listed condition is met.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4751. The department may refuse registration or the renewal or transfer of registration of a vehicle in any of the following events: (a) If the department is not satisfied that the applicant is entitled thereto under this code. (b) If the applicant has failed to furnish the department with information required in the application or reasonable additional information required by the department. (c) If the department determines that the applicant has made or permitted unlawful use of any registration certificate, certificate of ownership, or license plates. (d) If the vehicle is mechanically unfit or unsafe to be operated or moved on the highways. (e) If the department determines that a manufacturer or dealer has failed during the current or previous year to comply with the provisions of this code relating to the giving of notice to the department of the transfer of a vehicle during the current or previous year. (f) If the department determines that a lien exists, pursuant to Section 9800, against one or more other vehicles in which the applicant has an ownership interest. (g) If the applicant has failed to furnish the department with an odometer disclosure statement pursuant to subsection (a) of Section 32705 of Title 49 of the United States Code. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1035, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  197. 4755.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must refuse registration, renewal, or transfer of registration for certain commercial motor vehicles if the owner or operator was cited for a related violation, until the violation is cleared by the State Air Resources Board.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4755. The department shall refuse registration, or renewal or transfer of registration for any commercial motor vehicle subject to Section 4000.6, if the owner or operator of the motor vehicle at the time of the application has been cited for a violation, pertaining to that vehicle, of Division 26 (commencing with Section 39000) of the Health and Safety Code or regulations of the State Air Resources Board adopted pursuant to that division, until the violation has been cleared, as determined by the State Air Resources Board. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 592, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  198. 4760.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    The department must refuse to renew a vehicle registration in certain unpaid parking-violation cases, but must not do so in listed exceptions. It must also issue a receipt after payment and allow a certification filing in a separate case.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4760. (a) (1) Except as provided in subdivision (b) or (d), the department shall refuse to renew the registration of a vehicle if the registered owner or lessee has been mailed a notice of delinquent parking violation relating to standing or parking, the processing agency has filed or electronically transmitted to the department an itemization of unpaid parking penalties, including administrative fees pursuant to Section 40220, and the owner or lessee has not paid the parking penalty and administrative fee pursuant to Section 40211, unless he or she pays to the department, at the time of application for renewal, the full amount of all outstanding parking penalties and administrative fees, as shown by records of the department, or the itemization of unpaid parking penalties has been rescinded pursuant to Section 40220. (2) When the department receives the full amount of all outstanding parking penalties and administrative fees pursuant to paragraph (1), it shall issue a receipt showing each parking penalty and administrative fee that has been paid, the processing agency for that penalty and fee, and a description of the vehicle involved in the parking violations. The receipt shall also state that, to reduce the possibility of impoundment under Section 22651 or immobilization under Section 22651.7 of the vehicle involved in the parking violation, the registered owner or lessee may transmit to that processing agency a copy or other evidence of the receipt. (b) The department shall not refuse to renew the registration of a vehicle owned by a renter or lessor if the applicant provides the department with the abstract or notice of disposition of parking violation issued pursuant to subdivision (c) for clearing all outstanding parking penalties and administrative fees as shown by the records of the department. (c) The court or designated processing agency shall issue an abstract or notice of disposition of parking violation to the renter or lessor of a vehicle issued a notice of delinquent parking violation relating to standing or parking if the renter or lessor provides the court or processing agency with the name, address, and driver’s license number of the rentee or lessee at the time of occurrence of the parking violation. (d) The department shall not refuse to renew the registration of a vehicle if the citation was issued prior to the registered owner taking possession of the vehicle. (e) The department shall allow a registered owner or lessee to file a certification that the vehicle will not be operated, moved, or left standing upon a highway pursuant to Section 4604, if the registered owner or lessee currently owes parking penalties and administrative fees for that vehicle, regardless of whether or not that registered owner or lessee is currently on an active payment plan pursuant to Section 40220. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 741, Sec. 2. (AB 503) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  199. 4760.1.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    Before renewing vehicle registration, the department must check registered owners’ driver records and must refuse renewal if specified unpaid fines or notices are outstanding, unless an exception applies.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4760.1. (a) The department shall, before renewing the registration of any vehicle, check the driver’s license record of all registered owners for conviction of traffic violations and traffic accidents. (b) The department shall, before renewing the registration of any vehicle, check the driver’s license record of all registered owners for notices filed with the department pursuant to subdivision (a) of former Section 40509 and notices that the licensee has failed to pay a lawfully imposed fine, penalty, assessment, or bail within the time authorized by the court for any violation that is required to be reported pursuant to Section 1803 and shall refuse to renew the registration of the vehicle if the driver’s license record of any registered owner has any such outstanding notices to appear or failures to pay a court-ordered fine, unless the department has received a certificate issued by the magistrate or clerk of the court hearing the case in which the promise was given showing that the case has been adjudicated or unless the registered owner’s record is cleared as provided in Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 41500) of Division 17. In lieu of the certificate of adjudication, a notice from the court stating that the original records have been lost or destroyed shall permit the department to renew the registration. (c) Any notice received by the department pursuant to former Section 40509 that has been on file five years may be removed from the department records and destroyed, in the discretion of the department. (d) In lieu of the certificate of adjudication or a notice from the court, the department shall with the consent of all registered owners collect the amounts that it has been notified are due pursuant to former Section 40509 and former Section 40509.5, and authorized to be collected pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 14910) of Chapter 5 of Division 6. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 800, Sec. 4. (AB 2746) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  200. 4761.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. )

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    When issuing a renewal registration card, the department must list unpaid parking penalties and administrative fees, including the amount and issuing jurisdiction.

    ## Vehicle Code - VEH ## DIVISION 3. REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF TITLE [4000 - 9808] ( Division 3 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Original and Renewal of Registration; Issuance of Certificates of Title [4000 - 5506] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Refusal of Registration [4750 - 4767] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1959, Ch. 3. ) ## 4761. The department shall include on each potential registration card issued for use at the time of renewal, or on an accompanying document, an itemization of unpaid parking penalties, including administrative fees, showing the amount thereof and the jurisdiction which issued the notice of parking violation relating thereto, which the registered owner or lessee is required to pay pursuant to Section 4760. (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 939, Sec. 9.)

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