Application Requirements for a Vehicle Salesperson License
Purpose
The purpose of this page is to assist the prospective vehicle salesperson by describing the requirements to obtain a vehicle salesperson license from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
What Is A Vehicle Salesperson?
A "vehicle
salesperson" is any person selling vehicles or
contracts regarding vehicles or supervising the sale of vehicles
or contracts for a dealer. CVC Section
675
, and
11800 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. CVC Section
11806
. Persons previously working under a license issued
by DMV, which was revoked or suspended for cause may also
be denied a license. 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
Salesperson's License
CVC Section 11800 et seq.
Every applicant for a vehicle salesperson's license must:
- File an application on the appropriate form with the department. CVC Section 11802
- Pay all required fees. (CVC Section 11820 )
Click on the following links for the fees, forms and additional information related to the Vehicle Salesperson's License.
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Vehicle Salesperson License Exclusions.
Vehicle Salesperson License application fees.
Vehicle Salesperson License application forms.
Vehicle Salesperson License renewal forms.
Vehicle Salesperson License renewal fees.
Fees to change an existing Vehicle Salesperson License.