Dismantler’s Handbook of Registration Procedures

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Dismantler’s License

Chapter 1 Dismantler’s License

1.000 Dismantler Defined (VC §220)

A dismantler is one who:

  • Buys, sells, or deals in vehicles subject to California registration, including nonrepairable vehicles, for the purpose of dismantling them.
  • Buys or sells the integral parts and component materials of vehicles, in whole or in part.
  • Deals in used motor vehicle parts.