DMV Test Questions (Pages 85-94)

Study Notes

Insurance Requirements

Minimum coverage includes $15,000 for a single death/injury, $30,000 for multiple deaths/injuries, and $5,000 for property damage.

Evading a Peace Officer

Willfully fleeing from a peace officer is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in county jail (CVC §2800.1).
Causing serious bodily injury during a police pursuit can lead to 3, 5, or 7 years in state prison or 1 year in county jail, with fines between $2,000 and $10,000.
Manslaughter due to evading police pursuit carries a minimum prison sentence of 4 to 10 years.

Points on the Driver Record

DMV maintains a public record of all traffic convictions and collisions, with occurrences remaining on record for a minimum of 36 months.

Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS)

A system based on negligent operator points, involving warning letters and progressive sanctions against driving privileges.

Point Count Totals for Negligent Operators

Considered a negligent operator at 4 points within 12 months, 6 points within 24 months, or 8 points within 36 months.

Examples of 1 Point Violations

Includes traffic convictions and at-fault collisions that result in 1 point.

Examples of 2 Point Violations

Examples include reckless driving, hit-and-run incidents, DUI of alcohol/drugs, and driving with a suspended or revoked license.

Consequences of 4 Points in 12 Months

Accumulating 4 points within a 12-month period results in the loss of driver's license.

Traffic Violator School Convictions

Drivers cited for a 1 point violation may attend traffic violator school once every 18 months to mask citation from record.
Completion is electronically reported to the court; paper certificates are no longer used.

Consequences of Excessive Negligent Driver Points

DMV may place drivers on 1-year probation, including a 6-month suspension, or fully revoke driving privileges.

Post-Suspension or Revocation

After the suspension or revocation period, individuals can apply for a new driver's license, requiring proof of financial responsibility.

Reckless Driving Penalties

Convictions for reckless driving or speed contests causing bodily injury may lead to 30 days to 6 months in jail, along with fines of $220 to $1,000, or both.

Business Partner Automation (BPA)

Dealers in the BPA program can process DMV documents, issuing registration cards, license plates, and stickers directly to customers.

Vehicle Ownership Transfer

Ownership must be transferred within 10 days after purchasing a vehicle from a private party.

Reporting Vehicle Sales or Transfers

Sellers must report the sale or transfer of a vehicle to DMV within 5 days.

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Test your knowledge on essential DMV regulations and insurance requirements with these flashcards. Each card presents key legal terms and definitions necessary for passing the DMV test. Perfect for quick revision and review before the exam.