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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 6Ch. 3Art. 1§ 13802 Vehicle Use Consideration

§ 13802 Vehicle Use Consideration

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§ 13802 Vehicle Use Consideration

When the department uses the rules from Section 13800, it must think about how many miles a car has been driven or how much it’s used.

Key Takeaways

  • •The department must factor in vehicle mileage or usage when applying Section 13800.
  • •More miles or higher use can affect decisions like fees, penalties, or approvals.
  • •The rule is about fairness – it makes sure the amount of use is part of the decision.

Example

A driver gets a fine that depends on how far they drove their car in a year.

The department will look at the car’s mileage before deciding the amount of the fine, because the law says they have to consider how much the vehicle was used.

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

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§ 13802 Vehicle Use Consideration

In applying the provisions of Section 13800 the department shall give due consideration to the amount of use or mileage traveled in the operation of a motor vehicle.

Last verified: February 26, 2026

Related Statutes

  • § 13800 Driver License Suspension Grounds
  • § 13801 License Re-Examination Requirement
  • § 16430 Vehicle Financial Responsibility Requirements
  • § 16431 Insurance Proof For Vehicles
  • § 16433 Insurance Cancellation Notification Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 13802.
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