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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 5Ch. 2.5§ 11404 Temporary Registration Service Permits

§ 11404 Temporary Registration Service Permits

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§ 11404 Temporary Registration Service Permits

This law lets the government give a short-term permit to someone applying to be a registration service while they check if the person qualifies for the full license.

Key Takeaways

  • •A temporary permit lets someone start their registration business while the government checks their application.
  • •The permit lasts up to 120 days.
  • •The government can cancel the permit if the application is wrong or if they made a mistake in giving it.

Example

A person wants to start a business helping others register their cars.

The government can give them a temporary permit for up to 120 days while they check if the person is qualified. If the person lies on their application or the government makes a mistake, they can cancel the permit.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 11404 Temporary Registration Service Permits

(a) Until the department determines that the applicant meets all of the requirements of this chapter, it may issue a temporary permit to the person applying for a license as a registration service. (b) The temporary permit shall permit the operation by the registration service or registration agent for not more than 120 days while the department is completing its investigation and determination of all facts relative to the qualifications of the applicant for the license. The department may cancel the temporary permit when it has determined that the application is incorrect or incomplete or that the temporary permit was issued in error. (c) The temporary permit is invalid when canceled or when the license has been issued or refused. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1196, Sec. 3. Operative July 1, 1991, by Sec. 4 of Ch. 1196.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

temporary permitregistration servicelicensedepartment120 days

Related Statutes

  • § 11401 Registration Service License Application
  • § 11406 Registration Service Recordkeeping Requirements
  • § 11106 Temporary Instruction Permits
  • § 11403 Service Of Process Appointment
  • § 11405 License Denial Grounds

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 11404.
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