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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 5Ch. 4Art. 2§ 11814 Vehicle Salesperson License Validity

§ 11814 Vehicle Salesperson License Validity

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§ 11814 Vehicle Salesperson License Validity

This law says that a car salesperson's license lasts for 3 years and must be renewed before it expires. If the license is lost or damaged, they need to get a new one.

Key Takeaways

  • •A car salesperson's license is good for 3 years.
  • •They must renew their license before it expires.
  • •If they lose or damage their license, they need to get a new one.

Example

A car salesperson gets their license on January 1, 2023.

Their license will expire on January 1, 2026. They must renew it before that date, or they won't be able to sell cars legally. If they lose their license, they need to get a new one.

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

Official Source
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§ 11814 Vehicle Salesperson License Validity

(a) Every original vehicle salesperson’s license issued, and every vehicle salesperson’s license renewed, pursuant to subdivision (b) shall be valid for a period of three years from the date of issuance unless canceled, suspended, or revoked by the department. (b) Renewal of a vehicle salesperson’s license may be made prior to the expiration date. A vehicle salesperson may not renew their license after the date of expiration. (c) A salesperson shall obtain a duplicate license when the original is either lost or mutilated. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 838, Sec. 6. (SB 1193) Effective January 1, 2023.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

vehicle salesperson’s licensethree yearsrenewalduplicate license

Related Statutes

  • § 11802 Vehicle Salesperson License Requirements
  • § 11803 Temporary Vehicle Salesperson Permit
  • § 11804 Salesperson License Issuance
  • § 11806 Salesperson License Discipline
  • § 11820 License Issuance And Renewal Fees

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 11814.
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