82.5

Question 1

When a vehicle is stopped for any other reason, appropriate registration enforcement action should be taken; however, vehicles should not be stopped solely for failure to display year-round registration indicia until:

Answer 1

the beginning of the second month following the month of expiration. HPM 82.5 1-3

Question 2

Vehicle Registration Expired Six Months: A VIN inquiry automatically checks all states and a “No Record On File,” return indicates no transactions have taken place on the vehicle within _____. Officers shall not remove a vehicle when an inquiry for an out-of-state or California LP returns with “No Record on File;” however, officers may remove a vehicle when a _____ inquiry returns with “No Record on File.”

Answer 2

4 years/VIN (HPM 82.5 1-6)

Question 3

The One Trip Permit may be used to move the vehicle for one round trip, from one place to another for the purpose of participating as a vehicular float or display in a lawful parade or exhibition. The total round trip cannot exceed _______ miles and must be completed within ____ days.

Answer 3

100/60 (HPM 82.5, 2-12)

Question 4

The California Vehicle Code (CVC) requires an owner of any vehicle subject to registration, other than a commercial vehicle, that is registered in a foreign jurisdiction to apply for California registration within how long?

Answer 4

20 days after gainful employment or residency is established in this state. HPM 82.5 3-3

Question 5

All Areas will maintain a CHEATERS program and (may/should/shall) assign an Area CHEATERS coordinator.

Answer 5

Shall HPM 82.5 3-6
At a minimum, a CHEATERS letter should be mailed to any registered owner (R/O) possessing a California DL who is evading California registration fees and taxes by registering their vehicle(s) in a foreign jurisdiction.

Question 6

True/False - Occasionally a vehicle may display license plates from more than one state.

Answer 6

True HPM 82.5 4-8
Dual, or “interstate” registration, is a legal option available to owners of such vehicles, and the display of more than one valid license plate is not a violation.

Question 7

True/False - A manufacturer or representative, a dealer, or a distributor or representative, may use a special-plated vehicle for personal use such as shopping, transporting a family member, etc.

Answer 7

True HPM 82.5 8-4
This privilege is not extended to employees or family members.