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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 5Ch. 4Art. 2§ 11804 Salesperson License Issuance

§ 11804 Salesperson License Issuance

Vehicle Code·California
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§ 11804 Salesperson License Issuance

This law says the government can give or deny a license to someone who wants to sell cars.

Key Takeaways

  • •The government decides who can get a car salesperson license.
  • •They can refuse if they have a good reason, like the person being dishonest.
  • •Not everyone who applies will automatically get the license.

Example

If someone applies to become a car salesperson but has a history of scamming customers, the government can say no to giving them a license.

The law lets the government check if the person is trustworthy before allowing them to sell cars.

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

Official Source
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§ 11804 Salesperson License Issuance

The department may issue or, for reasonable cause shown, refuse to issue, a license to any applicant applying for a vehicle salesperson’s license. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1563, Sec. 51.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

vehicle salesperson’s licensereasonable cause

Related Statutes

  • § 11802 Vehicle Salesperson License Requirements
  • § 11803 Temporary Vehicle Salesperson Permit
  • § 11806 Salesperson License Discipline
  • § 11814 Vehicle Salesperson License Validity
  • § 11822 License Renewal Failure Cancellation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 11804.
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