Application Requirements For Vehicle Representative License
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Purpose
The purpose of this page is to assist the prospective vehicle representative by describing the requirements to obtain a vehicle representative license from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
What Is A Vehicle Representative?
A "vehicle representative" is any
person regularly employed by a manufacturer or distributor
for the purpose of negotiating or promoting the sale of the
manufacturer's or distributor's vehicles to their franchisees
or for regularly supervising or contacting franchisees or
prospective franchisees in this state for any purpose. CVC
Sections
512
, and
11900 et seq.
Background Investigation
A background investigation is conducted on
all applicants. Failure to disclose convictions or providing
incorrect information on the application may result in the
refusal or denial of your license. The department may
refuse to issue a license to any applicant who has been convicted
of a crime or committed any act or engaged in any conduct
involving moral turpitude which is substantially related to
the qualifications or duties of the licensed activity. A conviction
based on plea of nolo contendere is a conviction within the
meaning of this section. Persons previously working
under a license issued by DMV, which was revoked or suspended
for cause may also be denied a license. CVC Section
11902
In addition, the California
Code of Regulations (CCR) and other sections of the California
Vehicle Code provides guidelines used by the department in
determining whether a license should be issued. CCR
, Title 13, Chapter 1.
Requirements For A Vehicle Representative
CVC Section 11900 et seq.
Every applicant for a vehicle representative's license must:
- File an application on the appropriate form with the department. CVC Section 11901 et seq.
- Pay all required fees.
Click on the following links for the fees, forms, and additional information related to the Vehicle Representative License
Vehicle Representative Handbook. (PDF)
Vehicle Representative License application fees.
Vehicle Representative License application forms.