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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 3Ch. 1Art. 8.5§ 5110 Director Plate Administration Rules

§ 5110 Director Plate Administration Rules

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§ 5110 Director Plate Administration Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •The person in charge can make rules to help with special license plates.
  • •If there are many types of special plates in one year, the person in charge will try to make the process cheaper and easier.
  • •The rules are about how to make and give out these special plates.

Example

Imagine the DMV wants to make special license plates for fans of two different sports teams in the same year.

The person in charge will try to find a way to make both types of plates without spending too much money, like using the same machines or steps for both.

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

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§ 5110 Director Plate Administration Rules

(a) The director may adopt rules and regulations as necessary to carry out the purposes of this article. (b) Whenever two or more separate series of special plates are authorized under this article in a period of one year, the director shall coordinate the administrative and technical procedures for preparation and issuance of the plates in order to control costs to the maximum extent. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 358, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 21, 2026

Key Terms

directorrules and regulationsspecial platesadministrative and technical procedures

Related Statutes

  • § 1651 Department Rulemaking Authority
  • § 12814.4 Remote Driver’S License Renewal
  • § 1503 Department Conduct Rules
  • § 1505 Department Organizational Authority
  • § 1507 Department Staff Appointments

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 5110.
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