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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 6Ch. 2Art. 2§ 13208 Court Recommendation For License Review

§ 13208 Court Recommendation For License Review

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§ 13208 Court Recommendation For License Review

This law says that if someone is charged with a driving crime, the court can ask the DMV to check if their driver's license should be taken away. The court must explain why they think the person shouldn't be driving.

Key Takeaways

  • •If you're charged with a driving crime, the court can ask the DMV to check if you should lose your license.
  • •The court has to explain why they think you shouldn't be driving.
  • •This can happen even if you're not found guilty.

Example

A person gets arrested for reckless driving and causes a car crash.

The court might think this person is too dangerous to drive and can ask the DMV to look into taking away their license. The court has to say why they think this, like if the person was driving really fast or not paying attention.

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

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§ 13208 Court Recommendation For License Review

In any criminal proceeding, without regard to its disposition, wherein the defendant is charged with a violation of Division 11 (commencing with Section 21000), the court may, if it has reason to believe that any of the conditions specified in Section 12805 or 12806 exist, recommend to the department that an investigation be conducted to determine whether the driving privilege of that person should be suspended or revoked. In making the recommendation, the court shall state the basis for the belief that the condition exists and whether the defendant relied upon the condition as a part of his or her defense. The department may provide a form for the court’s convenience. (Amended by Stats. 1987, Ch. 321, Sec. 7.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

Division 11Section 12805Section 12806driving privilegesuspended or revoked

Related Statutes

  • § 13201 Driver License Suspension Offenses
  • § 13202.5 Underage Driving Privilege Suspension
  • § 13205 Nonresident Driver License Suspension
  • § 16381 Driver License Suspension Default
  • § 13106 Driver License Suspension Notice

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 13208.
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