Occupational Licensing Traffic Violator School Instructor
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Traffic Violator School Handbook (PDF) – This handbook is currently under revision to incorporate amendments in statute and regulations.
Traffic Violator School Instructor Original License Forms and Fees
Forms
An application for a traffic violator school instructor license consists of the following forms:
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OL 29, Application for Occupational License Personal History Questionnaire, Part B
This document is not required if provided with your owner application. - OL 710, Application for Instructor's License, Traffic Violator School (TVS)
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DMV 8016, Request for Live Scan Clearance (receipt) (More Information about Live Scan)
This document is not required if provided with your owner application.
The following documents are also required as part of the application package:
- Proof of High School Graduation or Equivalent
- Results of Written Examination
Examination
An application for a traffic violator school instructor license will be given an exam as follows:
A written test covering the following:
- Traffic laws
- Safe driving practices
- Safe operation of motor vehicles
- Knowledge of teaching methods and techniques
Note: Inspectors are available to administer an instructor examination at Occupational Licensing Inspector Offices by appointment on Wednesdays.
- A fee of $16.00 will be collected for each examination.
Fees
An application must be completed within one year or a new application with all examinations and fees will be required.
The Family Support Program fee is paid on original, renewal, and reinstatement applications.
Traffic Violator School Instructor License Renewal Forms and Fees
Forms
Fees
The Family Support Program fee is paid on original, renewal, and reinstatement applications.
Traffic Violator School Instructor License Modification Form and Fees
Traffic Violator School Instructor Licensing Authority
California Vehicle Code. Sections 626 et al., 1651, 1670, 1671, 11200 to 11222, and 42005; Divisions 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12. The California Vehicle Code is available for purchase from the Department of Motor Vehicles.
California Code of Regulations. Title 13, Chapter 1.
Government Code. Section 6157 (a) - (d).
Application Question and Submission Information
Please refer to the Traffic Violator School Handbook (PDF) for complete information. – This handbook is currently under revision to incorporate amendments in statute and regulations.


