Department of Motor Vehicles: occupational licensees.
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Overview
This bill amends California law to prevent occupational licensees from using the Department of Motor Vehicles’ initials, logogram, or name in their business names or telephone numbers. Specifically, it expands the prohibition to include internet domain names. The bill was enacted to clarify and strengthen existing regulations regarding the use of DMV branding by licensed professionals. It also includes a provision to exempt local agencies from reimbursement for any associated costs.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the use of ‘DMV,’ the DMV logogram, or ‘Department of Motor Vehicles’ in business names.
- Prohibits the use of ‘DMV,’ the DMV logogram, or ‘Department of Motor Vehicles’ in telephone numbers.
- Prohibits the use of ‘DMV,’ the DMV logogram, or ‘Department of Motor Vehicles’ in internet domain names.
- Addresses potential state reimbursement obligations for local agencies.
Who is affected
- Occupational licensees
- Businesses operating under occupational licenses
- The Department of Motor Vehicles
- Local agencies (potentially)
Notable changes
- Expands the prohibition on using DMV branding to include internet domain names.
- Clarifies the application of existing regulations regarding DMV branding.
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