Application Requirements for a Vessel Agent License
Purpose
The purpose of this page is to assist the prospective vessel agent by describing the requirements to become a vessel agent.
What is a Vessel Agent?
A "vessel agent" is any individual who offers to sell or register watercraft capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water, except as listed in California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 9840 (1) - (3) .
Background Investigation
A background investigation is conducted on all applicants. Failure to disclose any and all convictions may result in the refusal or denial of your acting as a vessel agent. The department may refuse to issue an approval 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 11703 . Persons previously working under a license issued by DMV, which was revoked or suspended for cause may also be denied a license.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 provide guidelines used by the department in determining whether a license should be issued. CCR, Title 13, Chapter 1.
Requirements for a Vessel Agent
Every applicant who desires to issue DMV boat stickers will be required to file an application with the Department of Motor Vehicles.