Look up CA Vehicle Codes
Want to know how many points or penalties you could face if you get a ticket in California?
We've compiled this list to help you understand the potential consequences of receiving a ticket in the state.
CVC | Section | Offense Description | Points |
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2815 | - | Failure to Obey School Crossing Guard | 1 |
2816 | - | Unlawful to Load/Unload Children Unless Traffic Is Controlled | 1 |
2817 | - | Failure to Obey Peace Officer–Funeral Procession | 1 |
2818 | - | Traversing Electronic Beacon/Flare/Cone Pattern Set by Public Safety Personnel | 1 |
4000 | (a)(1) | No Evidence of Current Registration | 0 |
4000 | (b) | Vehicle on Highway Registered in Violation of Pollution Control Regulations | 0 |
4000.4 | (a) | Unregistered California-Based Vehicle | 0 |
4000.6 | (a) | Failure to Submit Application or Declare Accurate Combined Gross Vehicle Weight Pursuant to VC 9400.1 | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 1,001–1,500 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 1,501–2,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 2,001–2,500 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 2,501–3,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 3,001–3,500 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 3,501–4,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 4,001–4,500 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 4,501–5,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 5,001–6,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 6,001–7,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 7,001–8,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 8,001–10,000 Pounds in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4000.6 | (d) | Commercial Vehicle With Gross Vehicle Weight Over 10,000 Pounds, 10,001 Pounds and Over in Excess of Declared Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
4462 | (a) | Failure to Present Evidence of Registration to Officer | 0 |
4462 | (b) | Registration Presented for Wrong Vehicle | 0 |
4463 | (e) | Unlawful Act With Clean Air Sticker | 0 |
4464 | - | Altered License Plates Displayed on Vehicle | 0 |
5011 | (a) | Display of Special Construction Identification Plates | 0 |
5017 | (a) | Failure to Attach Identification Plate/Give Notice of Sale or Destruction of Vehicle Equipment as Required | 0 |
5017 | (b) | Failure to Attach Permanent Identification Plate as Required | 0 |
5017 | (c) | Failure to Present Identification Certificate as Required | 0 |
5017 | (d) | Failure to Apply for Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle Within 10 Days of Sale | 0 |
5030 | - | Motorized Bicycle Required to Display Plates | 0 |
5032 | - | Operation of Motorized Bicycle Without Applying for a License Plate Within 5 Days of Purchase | 0 |
5037 | (a) | Motorized Bicycle Without Assigned Plates (post-7/1/81) | 0 |
5037 | (b) | Motorized Bicycle Without Assigned Plates (pre-7/1/81) | 0 |
5109 | - | Transfer or Retention of Environmental Plates | 0 |
5200 | - | License Plate Display Specified | 0 |
5201 | (a)(1-6) | Plates Improperly Positioned | 0 |
5201 | (b)(1,2) | Illegal License Plate Covering | 0 |
5201 | (c) | Reading or Recognition of License Plate by an Electronic Device or Remote Emission Sensing Device Illegally Obstructed or Impaired | 0 |
5201.1 | (a) | Sale of Prohibited Product or Device to Obscure License Plate | 0 |
5201.1 | (b) | Operation of Vehicle With Prohibited Product or Device to Obstruct or Impair Reading or Recognition of License Plate by Electronic or Remote Emission Sensing Device | 0 |
5201.1 | (c) | Erasing, Painting Over, or Altering Reflective Coating of License Plate | 0 |
5202 | - | Period of Display of Plates Specified | 0 |
5204 | (a) | Current Month and Year Tab Not Properly Attached | 0 |
5206 | - | Present Certificate of Partial-Year Registration | 0 |
5352 | - | Failure to Maintain Annual Registration for Trailer Coach | 0 |
5604 | - | Noncompliance With Dealer Insurance Notification Requirements | 0 |
5753 | (a-d) | Failure of Private Party to Deliver Certificate of Ownership and Registration Card to Transferee | 0 |
5753 | (f) | Failure of Private Owner Upon Written Request to Disclose Pertinent Information Regarding Payment or Documents Required for Release | 0 |
5900 | (a-c) | Notice of Sale/Transfer of Vehicle by Owners Required | 0 |
5902 | - | Failure to Notify DMV of Transfer Within 10 Days | 0 |
5906.5 | (a,b) | Failure to Notify DMV of Mileage on Transfer of Vehicle | 0 |
6700 | (a-c) | Failure to Register Within 20 Days of Specified Circumstances | 0 |
8802 | - | Failure to Return Evidence of Registration to DMV Upon Cancelation, Suspension, or Revocation | 0 |
9102.5 | (b) | Operation of Private School Bus Without Appropriate License and Payment of Fees | 0 |
9400 | (a-c) | Commercial Vehicle Weight Fees Due | 0 |
9400.1 | (f) | Failure to Display Required Gross Vehicle Weight | 0 |
9406 | - | Failure to Report Alterations Increasing Weight Fees | 0 |
9564 | (c) | Reconstruction of Vehicle Delivered to Scrap Metal Processor Restricted | 0 |
10502 | (b) | Failure to Inform CHP of Stolen Vehicle Recovery | 0 |
10552 | - | Making Fraudulent Report of Theft of Vessel With Intent to Deceive | 0 |
12500 | (a) | Unlawful to Drive Unless Licensed | 0 |
12500 | (b,d) | Licensed Driver Out of Classification | 0 |
12500 | (c) | Unlawful to Drive in Offstreet Parking Facility Out of Classification | 0 |
12500 | (e) | Operating Motorized Scooter in Violation of Emission Requirements | 0 |
12502 | (b) | Nonresident Driver–Medical Certificate Required | 0 |
12509 | (d) | Violation of Instruction Permit Restriction | 0 |
12509 | (d) | Driving a Motor Vehicle Without a Required Instruction Permit in Possession | 0 |
12509 | (e) | Violation of Instruction Permit Restriction by Driving Government Vehicle Without Instruction by California National Guard | 0 |
12509.5 | (a) | Violation of Instruction Permit Restriction by Driving a Motorcycle Without Completion of Motorcyclist Safety Program | 0 |
12509.5 | (c) | Violation of Instruction Permit Restriction by Driving a Motorcycle During Darkness, on a Freeway, or With a Passenger | 0 |
12511 | - | Possessing More Than One License | 0 |
12515 | (a) | Minor Under 18 Employed for Purpose of Driving | 0 |
12516 | - | Unlawful to Drive School Bus If Under 18 | 0 |
12517 | (a)(1) | Operation of School Bus Without Appropriate Driver’s License in Possession While Transporting Pupils | 0 |
12517 | (b) | Operation of School Pupil Activity Bus Without Appropriate Driver’s License in Possession | 0 |
12521 | (a,b) | Tour Bus Driver Required to Use Safety Belt/Report Tour Bus Accidents | 0 |
12522 | (a) | Noncompliance With First Aid Exam Requirement for School Bus Operators | 0 |
12523 | (a) | Operation of Youth Bus Without Required License and Certificate | 0 |
12523 | (d) | Noncompliance With Youth Bus Operation Requirements | 0 |
12523.5 | (a) | Paratransit Bus Driver Must Have Special Endorsement | 0 |
12524 | (a) | Operation of Vehicle Hauling Fissile Class III Shipments or Large Quantities of Radioactive Materials Without Appropriate License or Certificate | 0 |
12804.6 | (a) | Operation of Transit Bus Without Appropriate Certificate | 0 |
12804.6 | (f) | Unlawful for Employer to Permit Person to Drive Transit Bus Without a Valid Certificate | 0 |
12804.9 | (c) | Operation of Commercial Motor Vehicle Without Required Medical Certificate | 0 |
12804.9 | (j) | Operation of Vanpool Vehicle Without Required Medical Exam Evidence and DUI Conviction History Statement | 0 |
12804.11 | (a) | Operation of Firefighting Equipment Without License or Endorsement | 0 |
12814.6 | (a)(1) | Failure to Carry Instruction Permit as Required | 0 |
12814.6 | (b)(1) | Failure to Obey Licensing Provisions | 0 |
12814.6 | (b)(2) | Violation of Provisional License Driving Restrictions | 0 |
12815 | (a) | Must Obtain Duplicate If Original License Lost, Destroyed, or Mutilated | 0 |
12950 | - | Failure to Sign Driver’s License | 0 |
12951 | (a) | No Valid License in Possession | 0 |
12952 | - | Failure to Display License to Court Upon Request | 0 |
13003 | - | Failure to Apply for Replacement Identification Card Upon Mutilation and/or Failure to Surrender ID Card Within 10 Days of Notification That Card Is Mutilated | 0 |
13007 | - | Identification Card Holder to Notify DMV of Address Change Within 10 Days | 0 |
13386 | (b)(1) | Furnishing of Information by Manufacturer to Use Ignition Interlock Device Contrary to Certified Purpose | 0 |
13386 | (c) | Altering of Ignition Interlock Device Functionality by Installer, Service Center, or Technician | 0 |
14600 | (a) | Failure to Notify DMV of Address Change Within 10 Days | 0 |
14600 | (b) | Failure to Present DMV Change of Address Form to Peace Officer | 0 |
14601.1 | (a) | Driving Motor Vehicle or Off-Highway Motor Vehicle While Suspended or Revoked for Offenses Not Relating to Driving Ability | 2 |
14603 | - | Violation of License Restrictions | 1 |
14605 | (a) | Permitting Unlicensed Parking Lot Attendant to Drive | 0 |
14605 | (b) | Hiring Unlicensed Parking Lot Attendant to Drive | 0 |
14606 | (a) | Hiring/Permitting Unlicensed Person to Drive on Highway | 0 |
14606 | (b)(1) | Failure by Employer to Report Failure of Commercial Driver on Reexamination Within 10 Days | 0 |
14607 | - | Permitting Unlicensed Minor to Drive | 0 |
14608 | (a) | License and Inspection of License Required for Rental of Vehicle | 0 |
14611 | - | Knowingly Permit Transportation of Radioactive Materials Without Required License | 0 |
15240 | (a-d) | Employer Allowing, Permitting, or Requiring Driving of Commercial Motor Vehicle as Prohibited | 0 |
15250 | (a)(1) | Commercial Driver’s License Required | 0 |
15250 | (a)(2) | Commercial Driver’s License With Hazardous Materials Endorsement Required | 0 |
15275 | (a) | Person Driving Commercial Vehicle Must Have Any Required Endorsements | 0 |
15500 | - | Acquisition of Vehicle by Minor Without Valid Driver’s License | 0 |
15620 | (a)(1,2) | Leaving Child 6 Years of Age or Younger Unattended in Motor Vehicle | 0 |
16000 | - | Accident Report Required Within 10 Days of Accident | 0 |
16002 | (a) | Failure to Report Work-Related Accidents | 0 |
16003 | - | Failure of Owner to Report Accident Where Driver Is Incapable of Doing So | 0 |
16020 | (a) | Failure to Carry Evidence of Financial Responsibility | 0 |
16025 | (a) | Failure to Exchange Mandatory Information at Scene of Accident | 0 |
16028 | (a) | Failure to Provide a Peace Officer Evidence of Financial Responsibility | 0 |
16028 | (c) | Evidence of Financial Responsibility | 0 |
16457 | - | Driving Vehicle Not Covered by Certificate of Proof of Financial Responsibility/Knowing Failure to Disclose Ownership or Subsequent Acquisition of Vehicle | 0 |
16502 | (a) | Failure to Maintain Proof of Financial Responsibility During Use of Vehicle in Conduct of Business | 0 |
20006 | - | Failure to Present Valid Identification Upon Collision With Another Party | 0 |
20008 | (a,b) | Failure to Report Accident Within 24 Hours | 0 |
20010 | - | Driver Unable to Report Accident | 0 |
21070 | - | Unsafe Operation of a Motor Vehicle in Violation of Division 11 Provision Causing Bodily Harm | 1 |
21070 | - | Unsafe Operation of a Motor Vehicle in Violation of Division 11 Provision Causing Great Bodily Harm | 1 |
21100.3 | - | Failure to Obey Traffic Directions | 1 |
21106 | (b) | Use of Crosswalks Where Prohibited by Sign | 0 |
21113 | (a) | Unlawful Driving on Public Grounds | 0 |
21116 | (a) | Unlawful Driving on Levee, Canal Bank, etc. | 0 |
21201 | (a-d) | Equipment Requirements for Bicycles | 0 |
21201.5 | (a,b) | Selling Bicycle Without Required Reflectors | 0 |
21202 | (a) | Bicyclist at Less Than Normal Speed Must Keep to Right | 0 |
21203 | - | Illegal for Bicyclist to Hitch Ride on Other Vehicle | 0 |
21204 | (a,b) | Riding Bicycle on Other Than Permanent Seat | 0 |
21205 | - | Illegal for Bicyclist to Carry Articles That Prevent Keeping One Hand on Handlebar | 0 |
21207.5 | - | Operation of Motorized Bicycles Prohibited on Bike Trails | 0 |
21208 | (a,b) | Riding Outside Bicycle Lane Prohibited | 0 |
21209 | (a) | Motor Vehicle in Bicycle Lane Prohibited | 1 |
21210 | - | Bicycle Parked–Impeding Pedestrian Traffic Prohibited | 0 |
21211 | (a,b) | Illegally Impeding Bicycle Lanes | 0 |
21212 | (a) | Under 18 Shall Not Operate Bicycle, Nonmotorized Scooter, or Skateboard/Wear Inline or Roller Skates/Ride Bicycle, Non-motorized Scooter, or Skateboard as Passenger Without a Helmet | 0 |
21221 | - | Motorized Scooter Operation Requirements | 0 |
21221.5 | - | Operating a Motor Scooter While Under the Influence | 0 |
21223 | (a-c) | Motorized Scooter Equipment Requirements During Darkness | 0 |
21226 | (b,c) | Violation of Motorized Scooter Muffler Equipment Requirements | 0 |
21226 | - | Violation of Motorized Scooter Exhaust/Noise Level Requirements/Operation of Motorized Scooter With Unlawfully Modified Exhaust System | 0 |
21228 | - | Operating Motorized Scooter at Less Than Normal Speed of Traffic | 0 |
21229 | (a,b) | Failure to Operate Motorized Scooter in Bicycle Lane | 0 |
21235 | (a-j) | Illegal Operation of Motorized Scooter | 0 |
21260 | (a),(b)(2) | Illegal Operation of Low-Speed Vehicle | 1 |
21281.5 | (a-d) | Illegal Operation of Electrical Personal Assistive Mobility Device | 0 |
21367 | (b,c) | Failure to Obey Traffic Control/Devices at Construction Site | 1 |
21451 | (a,b) | Green Signal–Vehicular Responsibilities | 1 |
21451 | (c,d) | Green Signal–Pedestrian Responsibilities | 0 |
21452 | (b) | Failure of Pedestrian to Properly Respond to Signal of Yellow Light or Arrow | 0 |
21453 | (a,c) | Red Signal–Vehicular Responsibilities | 1 |
21453 | (b) | Red Signal–Vehicular Responsibilities With Right Turn | 1 |
21453 | (d) | Red Signal–Pedestrian Responsibilities | 0 |
21454 | (c) | Lane Use–Red Control Signal | 1 |
21454 | (d) | Lane Use–Flashing Yellow Control Signals | 1 |
21455 | - | Traffic Control Signal at Other Than Intersection | 1 |
21456 | (a,b) | Pedestrian Violation of “Walk” or “Wait” Signals | 0 |
21457 | (a) | Actions Required at Flashing Red Signal | 1 |
21457 | (b) | Actions Required at Flashing Yellow Signal | 1 |
21460 | (a,b) | Improper Turns Over Double Lines/Solid Lines to Right Prohibited | 1 |
21460.5 | (c) | Improper Turn From Two-Way Left-Turn Lane | 1 |
21461 | (a) | Driver Failure to Obey Signs/Signals | 1 |
21461.5 | - | CVC 21461.5 | 0 |
21462 | - | Disobedience to Traffic Control Signals | 1 |
21462 | - | Pedestrian Disobedience to Control Signals | 0 |
21463 | - | No Person Shall Illegally Operate Signals | 0 |
21464 | (a) | Unauthorized Interference With Traffic Device Prohibited | 0 |
21464 | (b) | Unauthorized Use of Traffic Interference Device | 0 |
21464 | (c) | Unauthorized Possession or Distribution of Traffic Interference Device | 0 |
21464 | (e) | Willful Interference With Traffic Device or Willful Use, Possession, or Distribution of Traffic Interference Device That Does Not Result in Injury | 0 |
21465 | - | Placement of Unauthorized Traffic Devices Prohibited | 0 |
21466 | - | Unlawful Display of Light Prohibited | 0 |
21466.5 | - | Light Impairing Driver’s Vision Prohibited | 0 |
21650 | - | Failure to Keep to Right Side of Road | 1 |
21650.1 | - | Bicycle to Travel in Same Direction as Vehicles | 0 |
21651 | (a) | Driving Across Dividing Section on Freeway Prohibited | 1 |
21652 | - | Improperly Entering or Leaving Highway or Service Road | 1 |
21654 | (a) | Slow-Moving Vehicles Keep to Right Edge of Roadway | 1 |
21655 | (b) | Failure to Use Designated Lanes | 1 |
21655.5 | (b) | Improper Use of Preferential Lanes | 0 |
21655.8 | (a) | Driving Over Double Lines of Preferential Lanes | 1 |
21655.9 | (b) | Driving Low Emission Vehicle Without Required Decal or Label | 0 |
21656 | - | Failure of Slow-Moving Vehicles to Turn Out | 1 |
21657 | - | Driving Against One-Way Traffic Patterns | 1 |
21658 | (a,b) | Lane Straddling/Failure to Use Specified Lanes | 1 |
21659 | - | Unsafe Driving on Three-Lane Highway | 1 |
21660 | - | Failure of Approaching Vehicles to Pass to the Right | 1 |
21661 | - | Right-of-Way Rule–Narrow Grades | 1 |
21662 | (a,b) | Mountains–Keep to Right–Use Horn | 1 |
21663 | - | Driving on Sidewalk Prohibited | 1 |
21664 | - | Failure to Use Designated Freeway On-/Off-Ramp Properly | 1 |
21700 | - | Load/Passengers Not to Obstruct Driver’s View | 1 |
21701 | - | Interference With Driver’s Control of Vehicle | 1 |
21703 | - | Following Too Closely Prohibited | 1 |
21704 | (a) | Trucks/Trailers Following Too Closely Prohibited | 1 |
21705 | - | Caravans Following Too Closely Prohibited | 1 |
21706 | - | Following Emergency Vehicles Too Closely Prohibited | 1 |
21706.5 | (b) | Operation of Vehicle in Unsafe Manner in an Emergency Incident Zone | 1 |
21707 | - | Driving Within 300 Feet of Fire Areas Prohibited | 1 |
21708 | - | Running Over Unprotected Fire/Chemical Hose Prohibited | 0 |
21709 | - | Driving Within Safety Zone Prohibited | 1 |
21710 | - | Coasting in Neutral on Downgrade Prohibited | 0 |
21711 | - | Whipping or Swerving Towed Vehicle Prohibited | 1 |
21712 | (a) | Allowing Riding on Portion of Vehicle Not Designed for Passenger Use Prohibited | 1 |
21712 | (b) | Unlawful Riding on Vehicle Prohibited | 0 |
21712 | (c) | Driver Permitting Riding in Trunk of Vehicle | 1 |
21712 | (d) | Riding in Trunk of Vehicle | 0 |
21712 | (g) | Towing Trailer Coach, Camp Trailer, or Trailer Carrying Vessel That Contains Passenger | 1 |
21712 | (h) | Driving While Towing Person Riding on Motorcycle, Motorized Bicycle, Bicycle, Coaster, Roller Skates, Sled, Skis, or Toy Vehicle | 1 |
21714 | (a) | Use of Three-Wheeled Vehicle On or Adjacent to Striping or Markers Designating Adjacent Traffic Lanes | 1 |
21714 | (b) | Use of Three-Wheeled Vehicle Between Two or More Vehicles Traveling in Adjacent Traffic Lanes | 1 |
21715 | (a,b) | Exceeding Passenger Vehicle Towing Combination Limits | 1 |
21716 | - | Golf Cart Operation Restricted | 0 |
21717 | - | Turning Across Bicycle Lane | 1 |
21718 | (a) | Stopping, Parking, or Leaving Vehicle Standing Upon a Freeway | 1 |
21720 | - | Unlawful Operation of Pocket Bike | 0 |
21750 | - | Overtaking and Passing Unsafely | 1 |
21751 | - | Passing Without Sufficient Clearance | 1 |
21752 | (a,b,d) | Driving Left of Center–Limited View/Within 100 Feet of Bridge, Viaduct, Tunnel/Within 100 Feet or When Traversing Intersection–Prohibited | 1 |
21752 | (c) | Driving Left of Center–Within 100 Feet or When Traversing Railroad Grade Crossing–Prohibited | 1 |
21753 | - | Failure to Yield to Overtaking Vehicle | 1 |
21754 | - | Improper Passing on Right Prohibited | 1 |
21755 | (a) | Unsafe Passing on Right Shoulder | 1 |
21756 | (a-c) | Unsafe Passing of Standing Streetcar, Trolley Coach, or Bus Safety Zones | 1 |
21757 | - | Passing Street Car on Left Prohibited | 1 |
21758 | - | Unsafe Passing on Grades Prohibited | 1 |
21759 | - | Failure to Exercise Caution When Passing Animals | 1 |
21800 | (a-c) | Violation of Right-of-Way/Uncontrolled Intersection | 1 |
21800 | (d)(1, 2) | Violation of Right-of-Way/Controlled Intersection With Inoperative Control Signals | 1 |
21801 | (a,b) | Violation of Right-of-Way–Left Turn | 1 |
21802 | (a,b) | Violation of Right-of-Way–Entering Through Highway | 1 |
21803 | (a,b) | Violation of “Yield” Sign | 1 |
21804 | (a,b) | Entering Highway From Alley or Driveway | 1 |
21805 | (b) | Violation of Right-of-Way at Equestrian Crossing | 1 |
21805 | (c) | Violation of Right-of-Way by Rider–Posing Hazard | 0 |
21806 | (a,b) | Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle | 1 |
21806 | (c) | Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle–Pedestrian | 0 |
21807 | - | Driving Authorized Emergency Vehicle Without Due Regard for Safety of Persons and Property | 1 |
21809 | (a) | Failure to Slow Down or Change Lane When Approaching and Passing Stationary Emergency Vehicle or Tow Truck Displaying Specific Lights | 1 |
21950 | (a,c) | Driver to Yield Right-of-Way at Crosswalks | 1 |
21950 | (b) | Pedestrian Right-of-Way at Crosswalks Regulated | 0 |
21951 | - | Overtaking Vehicles Stopped for Pedestrians | 1 |
21952 | - | Failure to Yield Right-of-Way on Sidewalk to Pedestrian | 1 |
21953 | - | Pedestrian Must Use Tunnel or Overhead Crossing | 0 |
21954 | (a) | Pedestrians Must Yield Right-of-Way Outside of Crosswalks | 0 |
21954 | (b) | Failure of Driver to Exercise Due Care for Safety of Pedestrian on Roadway | 1 |
21955 | - | Crossing Between Controlled Intersections (Jaywalking) | 0 |
21956 | (a) | Pedestrian on Roadway Prohibited | 0 |
21957 | - | Soliciting Ride (Hitchhiking) Prohibited | 0 |
21959 | - | Skiing or Tobogganing Across Highway Prohibited | 0 |
21960 | (a) | Violation of Freeway or Expressway Use Restrictions by Pedestrian, Motor-Driven Cycle, Motorized Bicycle, or Motorized Scooter | 1 |
21966 | - | Pedestrian Prohibited in Bicycle Lane | 0 |
21968 | - | Motorized Skateboard Prohibited | 0 |
21970 | (a) | Vehicle Stopped Unnecessarily and Blocking Crosswalk or Sidewalk | 1 |
21971 | - | Violating Specified Provisions and Causing Bodily Injury | 1 |
22100 | (a,b) | Turn at Intersection From Wrong Position | 1 |
22100.5 | - | U-Turn at Controlled Intersection | 1 |
22101 | (d) | Violating Special Traffic Control Markers | 1 |
22102 | - | Illegal U-Turn in Business District | 1 |
22103 | - | Illegal U-Turn in Residential District | 1 |
22104 | - | Illegal U-Turn Near Fire Station | 1 |
22105 | - | Illegal U-Turn on Highway Without Unobstructed View | 0 |
22106 | - | Unsafe Starting or Backing on Highway | 1 |
22107 | - | Unsafe Turn or Lane Change Prohibited | 1 |
22108 | - | Signal Required Before Turning or Changing Lanes | 1 |
22109 | - | Sudden Stopping Without Signaling | 1 |
22110 | (a,b) | Hand/Lamp Signal Not Given | 1 |
22111 | (a-c) | Hand Signals Improperly Given | 1 |
22112 | (a-e) | School Bus Driver Misuse of Signals; Improper Stop; Failure to Escort Pupils | 1 |
22348 | (b) | Speeding Over 100 MPH Prohibited | 2 |
22348 | (c) | Failure of Vehicles Subject to VC 22406 to Use Designated Lane | 1 |
22349 | (a) | Speeding 1–15 MPH Over 65 MPH Limit | 1 |
22349 | (a) | Speeding 16–25 MPH Over 65 MPH Limit | 1 |
22349 | (a) | Speeding = 26 MPH Over 65 MPH Limit | 1 |
22349 | (b) | Speeding 1–15 MPH Over 55 MPH Limit | 1 |
22349 | (b) | Speeding 16–25 MPH Over 55 MPH Limit | 1 |
22349 | (b) | Speeding = 26 MPH Over 55 MPH Limit | 1 |
22350 | - | Unsafe Speed for Prevailing Conditions 1–15 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22350 | - | Unsafe Speed for Prevailing Conditions 16–25 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22350 | - | Unsafe Speed for Prevailing Conditions = 26 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22351 | (a,b) | Driving in Excess of Prima Facie Speed Limits Established in VC 22352 | 1 |
22352 | (a) (1) | Operating Vehicle in Excess of 15 MPH at Railroad Crossing, at Freeway Intersection With No Clear Field of Vision, or in Alley | 1 |
22352 | (a) (2) | Operation Vehicle in Excess of 25 MPH in Business District, by School, or by Senior Cent | 1 |
22354 | - | Failure to Abide by Speed Limits Set by the State Department of Transportation (DOT) on State Highways | 1 |
22355 | - | Failure to Abide by Variable Speed Limits Set by the State Department of Transportation (DOT) | 1 |
22356 | (b) | Exceeding Maximum Speed Limit of 70 MPH, 1–15 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22356 | (b) | Exceeding Maximum Speed limit of 70 MPH, 16–25 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22356 | (b) | Exceeding 70 MPH Maximum Speed, = 26 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22357 | - | Violation of Prima Facie Local Speed Limit | 1 |
22358 | - | Violation of Local Speed Limit | 1 |
22358.3 | - | Violation of Local Speed Limit on Narrow Street | 1 |
22358.4 | - | Violation of Prima Facie Local Speed Limit | 1 |
22360 | - | Violation of Local Speed Limits Between Business and Residence Districts | 1 |
22361 | - | Violation of Speed Limit on Multiple Lane ih | 1 |
22362 | - | Violation of Speed Limit Surrounding Special Work Crews | 1 |
22363 | - | Violation of DOT or Local Speed Limit Set for Snow or Ice | 1 |
22364 | - | Violation of Speed Limit Set by DOT on State Highways | 1 |
22400 | (a,b) | Minimum Speed Law–Impeding Traffic Flow | 1 |
22405 | (a) | Exceeding Maximum Posted Speeds on Bridge/Tube/Tunnel, 1–15 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22405 | (a) | Exceeding Maximum Posted Speeds on Bridge/Tube/Tunnel, 16–25 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22405 | (a) | Exceeding Maximum Posted Speeds on Bridge/Tube/Tunnel, = 26 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22406 | (a) | Truck or Tractor 1–9 MPH Over 55 MPH Limit | 1 |
22406 | (a) | Truck or Tractor 10 MPH or More Over 55 MPH Limit | 1 |
22406 | (b-f) | Posted Speed for Designated Vehicles | 1 |
22406 | (b-f) | Posted Speed for Designated Vehicles–In Excess of Speed Limit by 10 MPH or More | 1 |
22406.5 | - | Driving Tank Vehicle at Excessive Speed | 1 |
22407 | - | Posted Speed for Designated Vehicles | 1 |
22407 | - | Posted Speed for Designated Vehicles–In Excess of Speed Limit by 10 MPH or More | 1 |
22409 | - | Speed Limit for Solid Tire Vehicle, 1-15 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22409 | - | Speed Limit for Solid Tire Vehicle 16-25 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22409 | - | Speed Limit for Solid Tire Vehicle = 26 MPH Over Limit | 1 |
22410 | - | Exceeding Speed Limit for Metal Tire Vehicles | 1 |
22413 | - | Violation of Speed Limit Set by Local Authority for Steep Grades | 1 |
22450 | (a) | Failure to Stop at Stop Sign | 1 |
22450 | (b) | Failure to Stop at Stop Sign at Railroad Grade Crossing | 1 |
22451 | (a,b) | Failure to Stop for Train Signals/Closed Gates | 1 |
22452 | (b) | Failure of Certain Vehicles to Stop at Railroad Crossings | 1 |
22452 | (c) | Failure of Commercial Vehicle to Stop at Railroad Crossings | 1 |
22454 | (a) | Passing School Bus With Flashing Signals | 1 |
22455 | (a) | Vending From Vehicle Without Coming to a Complete Stop or Parking the Vehicle Lawfully | 0 |
22456 | (d) | Failure to Equip Ice Cream Truck With Required Warning Sign | 0 |
22456 | (e)(1-3) | Vending From an Ice Cream Truck Under Prohibited Conditions | 0 |
22500 | (i) | Parking in Bus Loading Area | 0 |
22500 | (l) | Parking at Curb Constructed to Provide Wheelchair Accessibility | 0 |
22500.1 | - | Stopping in Designated Fire Lane | 0 |
22504 | (a) | Unincorporated Area Stopping | 0 |
22505 | (b) | Unauthorized Stopping on State Highway Prohibited | 0 |
22507.8 | (a-c) | Violation of Disabled Parking Provisions | 0 |
22516 | - | Locking Vehicle With Person Inside Unable to Escape | 0 |
22517 | - | Opening Door on Traffic Side When Unsafe | 0 |
22520.5 | (a) | Vending on Freeway Right-of-Way Prohibited | 0 |
22520.6 | (a) | Unauthorized Activities at Highway Rest Area/Vista Point Prohibited | 0 |
22522 | - | Parking Near Sidewalk Access Ramp for Disabled | 0 |
22523 | (a,b) | Vehicle Abandonment Prohibited | 0 |
22526 | (a,b) | Blocking Intersection (Gridlock) Prohibited–A Stopping Violation Issued on a Notice to Appear | 1 |
22526 | (c) | Blocking Railroad or Rail Transit Crossing Due to Low Undercarriage (Gridlock) Prohibited–A Stopping Violation Issued on a Notice to Appear | 1 |
22526 | (d) | Blocking Railroad or Rail Transit Crossing (Gridlock) Prohibited–A Stopping Violation Issued on a Notice to Appear | 1 |
22650 | - | Unauthorized Removal of Unattended Vehicle From Highway | 0 |
22651.7 | (b) | Immobilization of Vehicle by Unauthorized Person | |
22658 | (e)(2) | Property Owner, Owner’s Agent, or Lessee Causing Unlawful Removal of Vehicle Parked on Property as Permitted | 0 |
22951 | - | Parking Lot–Street and Alley Parking | 0 |
22952 | (a,b) | Vehicle Towing or Removal From Parking Lot | 0 |
23109 | (c) | Engaging in or Abetting Exhibition of Speed Prohibited | 2 |
23111 | - | Throwing Lighted Substance on Highway Prohibited | 0 |
23112 | (a,b) | Dumping Material on Highway/Right-of-Way Prohibited | 0 |
23113 | (a) | Failure to Remove Material From Highway | 0 |
23114 | (a) | Spilling Load on Highway Prohibited | 0 |
23114 | (b) | Aggregate Material Carried Improperly or Transported Without Required Equipment | 0 |
23114 | (e) | Transporting Uncovered Aggregate Material Upon Highway | 0 |
23114 | (f) | Failure to Provide Location for Compliance With Load Covering Requirements or to Cover Load Within Required Distance | 0 |
23115 | (a) | Rubbish Vehicle Cover Required | 0 |
23116 | (a) | Transportation of Persons Without Restraints Restricted | 1 |
23116 | (b) | Riding in or on the Back of Truck or Flatbed Motor Truck Being Driven on Highway | 0 |
23117 | (a) | Transportation of Animals Without Restraints Restricted | 0 |
23120 | - | Side Vision Obstructed by Temple Width of Glasses | 0 |
23123 | (a) | Driving While Using a Wireless Telephone Not Configured for Hands-free Use | 0 |
23123.5 | (a) | Driving While Using a Wireless Device to Send, Read, or Write Text Communication Unless the Device is Used in a Hands-free and Voice-operated Manner | 0 |
23124 | (b) | Driving While a Minor and Using a Wireless Telephone or Mobile Service Device | 0 |
23125 | (a) | Driving School Bus or Transit Vehicle While Using a Wireless Phone | 1 |
23128 | (a) | Snow Mobile–Operation on Highway Prohibited | 0 |
23128 | (b-d) | Snow Mobile–Negligent Operation, Pursuing Game, or Trespassing Prohibited | 0 |
23129 | - | Unobstructed Camper Exit Required | 0 |
23135 | - | Operation of Modified Motorized Bicycle Restricted | 0 |
23136 | (a) | Minor (Under 21) Driving With Blood Alcohol Level of .01 or Greater | 0 |
23140 | (a) | Minor (Under 21) Driving With Blood Alcohol Level of .05 or Greater | 2 |
23154 | (a) | Driving With Blood Alcohol Level of .01 or Greater While on Probation for Violation of VC 23152 or VC 23153 | 0 |
23220 | (a) | Drinking Alcoholic Beverage While Driving Prohibited | 1 |
23221 | (a) | Drinking Alcoholic Beverage by Driver Prohibited | 0 |
23221 | (b) | Drinking Alcoholic Beverage by Passenger Prohibited | 0 |
23222 | (a) | Possession of Open Container While Driving Prohibited | 1 |
23222 | (b) | Possession of Marijuana by Driver | 1 |
23223 | (a) | Possession of Open Container by Driver Prohibited | 0 |
23223 | (b) | Possession of Open Container by Passenger Prohibited | 0 |
23225 | (a)(1) | Storage of Open Container Restricted | 0 |
23226 | (a) | Storage by Driver of Open Container in Passenger Compartment Prohibited | 0 |
23226 | (b) | Storage by Passenger of Open Container in Passenger Compartment Prohibited | 0 |
23270 | (a) | Unauthorized Towing on Bridge Prohibited | 1 |
23270 | (b) | Exceeding Maximum Towing Fee Prohibited | 0 |
23302 | (a)(1) | Refusal to Pay Toll Charge Prohibited | 0 |
23302 | (a)(2) | Unauthorized Placement of Toll Transponder for Motorcycle | 0 |
23302 | (b) | Failure to Display Transponder or Toll Device on Vehicular Crossing or Toll Highway | 0 |
23302 | (c) | Failure to Possess Money, Transponder, or Toll Device, or to Have License Plates Attached as Required on Vehicular Crossing or Toll Highway | 0 |
23302 | (d) | Failure to Possess Transponder or Toll Device as Required on Vehicular Crossing or Toll Highway With Pay-by-Plate Payment | 0 |
23330 | (a,d) | Unauthorized Use of Vehicle Crossing–Animals/Vehicles | 0 |
23330 | (b) | Unauthorized Use of Vehicle Crossing–Bicycles | 0 |
23330 | (c) | Unauthorized Use of Vehicle Crossing–Overwidth Vehicles | 1 |
23331 | - | Unauthorized Use of Vehicle Crossing–Pedestrians | 0 |
23333 | - | Vehicular Crossing–Unauthorized Stopping or Standing | 0 |
23336 | - | Failure to Obey Posted Signs on Vehicle Crossings | 1 |
23576 | (a,b) | Driving Employer’s Vehicle Without Notice of Ignition Interlock Device Restriction as Required by VC 23575 | 0 |
24002 | (a) | Unlawful to Operate Unsafe Vehicle–Safety Hazard | 1 |
24002 | (b) | Unlawful to Operate Vehicle Not Equipped as Provided | 1 |
24002 | (b) | Unlawful to Operate Vehicle Not Equipped as Provided | 0 |
24003 | - | Vehicle With Unauthorized Lamps | 0 |
24004 | - | Unlawful Operation After Notice of Unsafe Condition | 1 |
24005 | - | Sale or Transfer of Unlawful Equipment w/ Knowledge That Equipment Will be Used or Installed in a Vehicle | 0 |
24005.5 | - | Sale of Unapproved Materials for Use in Strapping Regulated Loads | 0 |
24006 | - | Sale of New Motor Vehicle Equipment Without Required Trademarks or Designations | 0 |
24007 | (a,b) | Sale by Retailer of Vehicle Failing to Qualify for Certificate of Compliance | 0 |
24007.2 | - | Failure to Install Exhaust-Control Device Free of Charge to Low-Income Senior Citizen as Required | 0 |
24007.5 | (a)(1) | Sale by Auctioneer or Public Agency of Vehicle Failing to Qualify for Certificate of Compliance | 0 |
24007.5 | (b) | Failure of Consignor to Provide Certificate of Compliance to Purchaser of Vehicle | 0 |
24007.5 | (g) | Failure of Auctioneer to Certify Compliance With DMV Standards and Deliver Bill of Sale | 0 |
24008 | - | Modification of Vehicle Road Clearance Restricted | 0 |
24008.5 | (a) | Maximum Frame Height Defined | 0 |
24009 | - | Sale of New Truck, Tractor, or Bus Without Indication of Manufacturer’s Name and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating as Required | 0 |
24010 | - | Vehicle Renter Responsibility | 0 |
24011 | (a,b) | Sale of Vehicle or Equipment Regulated by Federal Safety Standards Without Certification of Vehicle or Equipment Compliance | 0 |
24012 | - | Failure to Comply With CHP Lighting and Mounting Specifications | 0 |
24013 | - | Failure to Disclose Minimum Octane Number Upon Sale of New Motor Vehicle | 0 |
24013.5 | - | Failure to Disclose Required Information Upon Sale of New Light Duty Truck | 0 |
24014 | (a) | Failure to Disclose Required Pricing Information Prior to Display or Sale of New Motorcycle | 0 |
24015 | (a) | Failure of Motorized Bicycle Equipment to Comply With Federal Safety Standards | 0 |
24015 | (b) | Use of Motorized Bicycle on Highway Without Mirror, Horn, or Muffler as Required | 0 |
24017 | - | Maintenance of Transit Bus Speedometer Required | 0 |
24250 | - | Lighting Equipment to Be Lighted During Darkness | 0 |
24252 | (a-c) | Maintenance of Lamps and Devices Required | 0 |
24253 | (a) | Battery Requirements for Vehicle–Lighting Equipment $ | 0 |
24253 | (b) | Battery Requirements for Motorcycle–Lighting Equipment | 0 |
24255 | (a,c) | Infrared Lighting System Equipment Violation | 0 |
24255 | (b) | Operation of Infrared Lighting System Without Use of Headlights | 0 |
24400 | (a) | Headlamp Equipment Requirements | 0 |
24400 | (b) | Failure to Operate Headlamps as Required During Darkness or Inclement Weather | 0 |
24401 | - | Failure to Dim Lights While Vehicle Is Parked or Standing on a Public Highway | 0 |
24402 | (a,b) | Auxiliary Driving and Passing Lamps Specifications | 0 |
24403 | (a) | Maximum Fog Lamps Not to Be Used in Place of Headlamps | 0 |
24403 | (b) | Fog Lamps on Vehicle Improperly Mounted or Aimed | 0 |
24403 | (c) | Fog Lamps on Motorcycle Improperly Mounted or Aimed | 0 |
24404 | (a,b) | Spotlamps–Number and Wattage Specified | 0 |
24404 | (c,e) | Spotlamps–Direction Defined | 0 |
24405 | (a) | Maximum Number of Lamps Allowed to Be Lighted | 0 |
24406 | - | Use of Multiple Beams Restricted | 0 |
24407 | (a) | High Beams–Adjustment Specified | 0 |
24407 | (b) | Low Beams–Adjustment Specified | 0 |
24408 | (a,b) | High/Low Beam Indicator Required | 0 |
24409 | (a,b) | Failure to Dim Multiple Beams Prohibited | 1 |
24410 | (a) | Single Beams–Adjustment/Intensity Specifications | 0 |
24411 | - | Covering Auxiliary Lamps Required | 0 |
24600 | (a-f) | Tail Lamp Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24601 | - | License Plate Lamp Required | 0 |
24602 | (a,b) | Fog Tail Lamp Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24603 | (a-h) | Stop Lamp Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24604 | - | Lamps/Flag on Load Projecting to Rear Required | 1 |
24605 | (a) | Tow Cars and Towed Vehicles–Lights Required | 0 |
24605 | (b) | Tow Cars and Towed Vehicles–Lights Required | 0 |
24606 | (a,b,d) | Backup Lamp Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24606 | (c) | Backup Lamps–When Not to Be Lighted | 0 |
24607 | (a-d) | Reflectors Required on Rear of Vehicle | 0 |
24608 | (a-d) | Light Reflectors on Trucks/Trailers–Front and Sides | 0 |
24609 | (a) | Vehicle Reflector Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24609 | (b) | School Bus Reflector Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24610 | - | Truck Reflector Requirements and Specifications | 0 |
24612 | - | Failure to Display Reflective Material on Trailer or Semitrailer as Required | 0 |
24615 | - | Slow-Moving Vehicle–Emblem Required | 0 |
24800 | - | Driving With Only Parking Lights Prohibited | 0 |
24950 | - | Turn Signal Device Required–Towing Trailer | 0 |
24951 | (b,c) | Turn Signals Required on Certain Vehicles | 0 |
24952 | - | Visibility Requirement of Signals | 0 |
24953 | (a-d) | Turn Signal Lamp Requirements | 0 |
25100 | (a-c,e,f) | Clearance and Side Marker Lamp Requirements | 0 |
25102 | - | Lamps on Sides of Vehicles–Specifications | 0 |
25102.5 | (a) | Lamps on Sides of School Buses–Specifications | 0 |
25103 | (a,b) | Lamp During Darkness on Load Projecting to Side | 1 |
25104 | - | Red Flag Required on Overwidth During Daylight Hours $ | 0 |
25105 | (a-c) | Failure to Comply With Code Specifications for Courtesy Lamps, Door-Mounted Lamp, or Exterior | 0 |
25106 | (a,b) | Side, Cowl, or Fender Flaps–Specifications | 0 |
25107 | - | Cornering Lamps on Fenders | 0 |
25108 | (a,b) | Pilot Indicator Specifications | 0 |
25109 | - | Running Lamps to Be Used Only When Vehicle Is Parked | 0 |
25110 | (b) | Improper Use of Utility Flood/Loading Lamps | 0 |
25250 | - | Flashing Lights Restricted Unless Otherwise Permitted | 0 |
25251 | (b) | Turn Signals Flashed as Warning When Vehicle Disabled | 0 |
25251.2 | - | Motorcycle Modulating Headlamp Prohibited During Darkness | 0 |
25252 | - | Warning Lamps Required on Emergency Vehicles | 0 |
25252.5 | (a,c) | Unauthorized Use of Flashing Emergency Headlamps | 0 |
25253 | (a) | Warning Lamps Required on Tow Trucks | 0 |
25253 | (c) | Improper Display of Warning Lamps by Tow Truck | 1 |
25254 | - | Improper Use of Flashing Amber Warning Lights by Peace Officer Personnel | 0 |
25257 | (a) | Flashing Red Signal System Required on School Bus | 0 |
25257 | (b)(1) | School Bus Manufactured after 9-1-92 Required to Be Equipped With Stop Signal Arm | 0 |
25257 | (b)(2) | School Bus Manufactured after 7-1-93 Required to Be Equipped With Flashing Amber Light System | 0 |
25257.2 | - | Improper Use of the Amber Light Signal System, Flashing Red Light Signal System, or Stop Signal Arm by School Bus Transporting Developmentally Disabled Persons | 0 |
25260.4 | - | Improper Display of Flashing Amber Warning Lights in Connection With Hazardous Waste Spill Cleanup | 0 |
25262 | - | Use of Red Light on Armored Car Prohibited | 0 |
25265 | - | Improper Display of Flashing Amber Lights on Sanitary District Repair Vehicles | 0 |
25266 | - | Improper Display of Flashing Amber Warning Lights by State-Owned Vehicles Engaged in Aqueduct, Levee, or Stream Measurement Work | 0 |
25268 | - | Use of Flashing Amber Warning Lights Restricted | 0 |
25269 | - | Misuse of Red Warning Light Prohibited | 0 |
25270 | - | Improper Use of Warning Lamps on Pilot Car Prohibited | 0 |
25270.5 | - | Improper Display of Flashing Amber Lights by Livestock-Herding Vehicles on Public Highways | 0 |
25275 | - | Improper Display of Amber Flashing Lights on Truck Tractor in the Absence of Unusual Traffic Hazard | 0 |
25275.5 | - | Unlawful Activation of Crime Alarm Lights | 0 |
25276 | (a) | Improper Use of Warning Lamps on Vehicle for Transportation of Disabled Prohibited | 0 |
25300 | (a) | Warning Device on Disabled Vehicles Specified | 0 |
25300 | (b,c,e) | Warning Device on Disabled Vehicles Specified | 0 |
25301 | (a,b) | Display of Warning Devices on Utility Vehicles Specified | 0 |
25305 | (a,b) | Use of Fusees Specified | 0 |
25350 | - | Noncompliance With Vehicle Code Standards for Illuminated Identification Signs | 0 |
25351 | (a-d) | Identification Lamp Specifications and Restrictions | 0 |
25352 | (a) | Use of Unauthorized Device Affecting Traffic Signals | 0 |
25352 | (b) | Unauthorized Use of Device Affecting Traffic Signals | 0 |
25352 | (c) | Failure to Give Emergency Vehicles Priority in Changing Traffic Control Signals | 0 |
25353 | - | Violation of Provisions for Transit Bus Illuminated Signs | 0 |
25400 | (a-d) | Specifications for Use of Diffused Light | 0 |
25401 | - | Diffused Lights Resembling Signs Prohibited | 0 |
25452 | - | Glaring Acetylene Lamps Prohibited | 0 |
25500 | (a) | Use of Reflectorizing Material Restricted | 0 |
25650 | - | Motorcycle Headlight Requirements | 0 |
25650.5 | - | Headlight Equipment for Post-1978 Motorcycles | 0 |
25651 | (a,c) | Headlamp Requirements on Motor-Driven Cycles | 0 |
25803 | (a,b) | Lamp/Reflector Requirements–Certain Vehicles | 0 |
25803 | (c) | Lamp/Reflector/Flag Requirements–Load in Excess of 100-Inch Outside Width | 0 |
25805 | - | Lamps on Forklift Trucks Required | 0 |
25950 | (a,b) | Color Requirements of Lights Visible to Front and Rear | 0 |
25951 | - | Lamps Over 300 Candlepower–Restrictions | 0 |
25952 | (a,b) | Lamps and Reflectors Mounted on Loads Specified | 0 |
26100 | (a) | Sale of Noncompliant Vehicle Equipment/Device | 0 |
26100 | (b) | Use or Operation of Vehicle With Noncompliant Equipment | 0 |
26101 | (a) | Sale of Device Intended to Modify Vehicle Lighting or Equipment Performance to Be Noncompliant | 0 |
26101 | (b) | Use or Operation of Vehicle With Noncompliant Device Intended to Modify Lighting or Equipment Performance | 0 |
26301 | - | Power Brakes Required on Vehicle Over 14,000 Pounds | 1 |
26301.5 | - | Noncompliant Emergency Brake System | 1 |
26302 | (a-d) | Brake Requirements on Trailer Specified | 1 |
26303 | - | Brake Requirements on Trailer Coaches/Camp Trailers | 1 |
26304 | (a,b) | Breakaway Device Required on Certain Vehicles | 1 |
26307 | - | Unlawful Towing of Forklift Lacking the Required Brakes | 1 |
26311 | (a) | Service Brakes Required–All Wheels on Certain Vehicles | 1 |
26311 | (b) | Service Brakes for Adverse Road Conditions Specified | |
26450 | - | Required Brake Systems Defined | 1 |
26451 | (a-c) | Parking Brake Requirements Defined | 1 |
26452 | - | Adequate Brakes After Engine Failure Required | 1 |
26453 | - | Condition of Brakes to Be Maintained | 1 |
26454 | (a,b) | Control and Stopping Requirements Specified | 1 |
26456 | - | Tests of Brake Performance Prohibited Over 25 MPH | 1 |
26457 | - | Stopping Ability of Certain Vehicles Specified | 1 |
26458 | (a) | Braking System Required for Certain Vehicles/Combinations | 1 |
26458.5 | - | Unlawful Use of Secondary Brake Control in Absence of Service Brake System Failure | 1 |
26502 | (a) | Airbrake Requirements Specified | 1 |
26503 | - | Airbrake Safety Valve to Be Maintained in Good Condition | 1 |
26504 | - | Failure to Comply With CHP Air Pressure Standards for Vehicles Equipped With Air Brakes | 1 |
26505 | - | Pressure Gauge Required | 1 |
26506 | (a) | Air Pressure Warning Device Required | 1 |
26507 | - | Check Valve Required | 1 |
26508 | (a-c,e-k, o) | Compressed Air Brake System Requirements Specified | 1 |
26520 | - | Vacuum Gauge Required to Be Visible and Accurate at All Times | 1 |
26521 | - | Audible/Visible Power Brake System Warning Device Required | 1 |
26522 | - | Check Valve Required on Vacuum-Assisted | 1 |
26700 | (a) | Adequate Windshield Required | 0 |
26701 | (a-e) | Safety Glazing Material Requirements Specified | 0 |
26703 | (a,b) | Specifications for Replacement of Safety Glazing Materials | 0 |
26705 | - | Sale of Motorcycle Windshield Without Safety Glazing Material | 0 |
26706 | (a,b) | Self-Operating Windshield Wiper Required | 0 |
26707 | - | Condition/Use of Windshield Wipers to Be Maintained | 0 |
26708 | (a)(1) | Unlawful Material on Vehicle Windshield/ Windows | 0 |
26708 | (a)(2) | Unlawful Material on Vehicle Windshield/Windows Obstructing or Reducing View of Driver | 0 |
26708.2 | - | Use of Unauthorized Sun Screening Devices | 0 |
26708.5 | (a) | Application of Material to Windows Restricted | 0 |
26709 | (a) | Rearview Mirrors Required/One on Left Side | 0 |
26709 | (b) | Two Side Rearview Mirrors Required on Certain Vehicles | 0 |
26710 | - | Defective Windshield/Rear Window Glass–Correction Required Within 48 Hours of Citation Issuance | 0 |
26711 | - | Failure to Provide Eyeshades to Bus or Trolley Drivers | 0 |
26712 | - | Adequate Defroster Required on For-Hire Vehicles | 0 |
27000 | (a) | Adequate Horn Required | 0 |
27000 | (b) | Backing Alarm Required on Refuse or Garbage Trucks | 0 |
27000 | (c) | Rear View Camera Required for Refuse or Garbage Truck | 0 |
27000 | (d)(1) | Automatic Backup Alarm Required for Specified Construction Vehicles Transporting to and from a Mine or Construction Site | 0 |
27001 | (a) | Unnecessary Use of Horn Prohibited | 0 |
27002 | - | Use of Siren by Unauthorized Personnel or in Noncompliance With CHP Standards | 0 |
27003 | - | Unlawful Use of Siren by Armored Car | 0 |
27007 | - | Use of Audible Sound System Outside of Vehicle Restricted | 0 |
27150 | (a,b) | Adequate Muffler Required to Be Properly Maintained | 0 |
27150.1 | - | Sale of Exhaust System Restricted | 0 |
27150.3 | (a) | Modification of Exhaust System With a Whistle-tip | 0 |
27150.3 | (b) | Operation of Exhaust System With a Whistle-tip | 0 |
27150.3 | (c) | Engage in Business Installing Exhaust System Whistle-tip $ | 0 |
27151 | (a) | Modification of Exhaust System Prohibited | 0 |
27152 | - | Exhaust Pipe Specifications | 0 |
27153 | - | Excessive Smoke, Fumes, etc., Defined | 0 |
27153.5 | (a,b) | Motor Vehicle Exhaust Standards Specified | 0 |
27154 | - | Gases/Fumes Should Not Penetrate Cab of Vehicle | 0 |
27155 | - | Proper Fuel Tank Cap Required | 0 |
27156 | (a,b,c,f) | Air Pollution Control Device Required | 0 |
27158 | - | Pollutant Emission Certificate Required | 0 |
27158.5 | - | Pollutant Emission Certificate Required (1955–65 Models) | 0 |
27200 | (d,e) | Sale of a New Motor Vehicle Exceeding EPA’s Maximum Noise Standards | 0 |
27304 | - | Seatbelt Not Installed in Driver Training Vehicle | 0 |
27304 | - | Seatbelt Not Used in Driver Training Vehicle | 0 |
27305 | - | Safety Belts Required on Firefighting Vehicles | 0 |
27314 | (a,b) | Failure to Provide Required Seatbelts Prior to Sale of Any Used Passenger Vehicle Dated 1972 to 1990 | 0 |
27315 | (d,e) | Mandatory Use of Safety Belts Required | 0 |
27315 | (f) | Owner to Maintain Safety Belts in Working Condition | 0 |
27315.1 | - | Noncompliance With CHP Seatbelt Regulations While in a Fully Enclosed Three-Wheeled Vehicle | 0 |
27360 | (a) | Mandatory Use of Child Passenger Restraints in Rear Seat Required for Children Under 8 as Specified | 1 |
27360.5 | (a) | Mandatory Use of Safety Belt or Child Restraint System Required for Children 8 or Older, but Under 16, as Specified | 1 |
27363 | (b) | Transportation of Child in Case of Life-Threatening Emergency in Vehicle or Emergency Vehicle With No Child Restraint System Without Use of Seatbelt | 1 |
27363 | (f) | Transportation of Child in Rear-Facing Child Passenger Restraint System in Front Seat of Vehicle With Active Frontal Airbag | 1 |
27363.5 | (a,b) | Failure of Hospital, Clinic, or Birthing Center to Provide Information About Child Passenger Restraint Requirements and Contact Information | 0 |
27365 | (a)(1) | Rental Agencies Required to Inform Customers About Child Restraint Requirements, Provide for Rental of Child Passenger Restraint System | 0 |
27368 | - | Failure to Abide by Safety Standards and Regulations for Child Passengers in Fully Enclosed Three-Wheeled Vehicles | 1 |
27400 | - | Headsets and Ear Plugs Over Both Ears Prohibited | 0 |
27450 | (a-c) | Noncompliance With Minimum Tire Thickness Requirements | 0 |
27452 | - | Noncompliance With CHP Uniform Tire Thickness Requirements | 0 |
27453 | - | Use of Noncompliant Dual Solid Rubber Tires | 0 |
27454 | - | Use of Tires Containing Prohibited Projections Beyond Tread of the Tire’s Surface | 0 |
27455 | (a) | Sale of Inner Tube That Is Noncompliant With CHP Inner Tube Standards | 0 |
27455 | (b) | Installation of Inner Tube That Is Noncompliant With CHP Inner Tube Standards | 0 |
27459 | - | Tire Chains or Snow Tires Required | 0 |
27459.5 | (a,b) | Sale/Replacement of Noncompliant Tire Chains Prohibited | 0 |
27460 | - | Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles With Snow Tread Tires Allowed; Chains to Be Carried | 0 |
27460.5 | - | Knowingly Selling or Offering for Sale a Recut or Regrooved Tire for Noncommercial Use | 0 |
27461 | - | Use of Recut or Regrooved Tires Prohibited | 0 |
27465 | (a) | Inadequate Tire Tread–Sale Prohibited | 0 |
27465 | (b) | Inadequate Tire Tread–Use on Highway Prohibited | 0 |
27500 | (a) | Violation of CHP Regulations for Pneumatic Tire Standards | 0 |
27501 | (a) | Sale or Installation of Nonconforming Pneumatic Tires | 0 |
27501 | (b) | Operating With Nonconforming Pneumatic Tires | 0 |
27502 | - | Sale of Tires That Fail to Comply With Noise Standards Articulated in VC 27503 | 0 |
27600 | - | Fenders and Mud Guards Required | 0 |
27602 | (a) | Operation of a Motor Vehicle Containing Unauthorized Video Screen or TV Monitor Within Driver’s Field of Vision | 0 |
27603 | - | Noncompliance With Repainting Requirement for Sale of Former School Bus If Sold for Purpose Other Than Transporting Pupils | 0 |
27700 | (a) | Tow Truck in Violation of Equipment Requirements | 0 |
27800 | - | Equipment for Motorcycle Passenger Required | 1 |
27801 | (a,b) | Required Position of Equipment on Motorcycle | 1 |
27802 | (a) | Failure to Label Helmets With Certification of Federal Safety Standard Compliance | 0 |
27802 | (b) | Sale of Safety Helmets That Fail to Comply With California DMV Requirements | 0 |
27803 | (b) | Operating/Riding Motorcycle, Motor-Driven Cycle, or Motorized Bicycle While Not Wearing Helmet as Required | 0 |
27803 | (c) | Riding Motorcycle, Motor-Driven Cycle, or Motorized Bicycle as Passenger While Driver or Passenger Not Wearing Helmet as Required | 0 |
27900 | (a,b) | Placards With Identifying Name Required on Both Sides | 0 |
27901 | - | Name and Trademark Visibility Required on For-Hire Vehicle | 0 |
27903 | (a) | Placards Indicating Type of Hazardous Cargo Required | 0 |
27904 | - | Pilot Cars Required to Display Company Name on Both Sides of Vehicle | 0 |
27904.5 | - | Failure to Display Identification Sign in Pilot Car as Required | 0 |
27905 | - | Unauthorized Display of Sign Containing the Words “Fire” or “Fire Department” | 0 |
27906 | - | Improper or Unauthorized Display of School Bus Sign | 0 |
27907 | - | Failure to Display Identification Sign in Towing Vehicle as Required | 0 |
27908 | - | Failure to Display Identification Sign in Taxicab as Required | 0 |
27909 | - | Visible Signs Required on Vehicle Transporting Liquefied Petroleum or Natural Gas | 0 |
28000 | - | Failure to Install Required Emergency Exits in Refrigerator Vans | 0 |
28053 | (b) | Failure to Adjust Odometer or Notify of Adjustment as Required | 0 |
28053 | (c) | Odometer Notice Affixed, Removed, or Altered With Intent to Defraud | 0 |
28060 | (a) | Sale of Recreational Vehicle or Camper Containing Cooking Equipment Without Fire Extinguisher | 0 |
28060 | (b) | Operation of Recreational Vehicle or Camper Containing Cooking Equipment Without Fire Extinguisher | 0 |
28071 | - | Front and Rear Bumper Required on Passenger Vehicle | 0 |
28080 | (a) | Audible/Visible Camper Signaling Device Required | 0 |
28080 | (b) | Operating Camper Without Signaling Device Prohibited | 0 |
28085 | (c) | Use of Theft Alarm That Emits the Sound of a Siren | 0 |
28100 | - | Failure to Display, or Unauthorized Display of, Red Warning Flags on Pilot Cars | 0 |
28101 | - | Noncompliance With Pilot Car Design and Equipment Requirements | 0 |
28102 | - | Noncompliance With Vertical Clearance Measuring Device Requirements for Pilot Cars | 0 |
28103 | - | Pilot Cars Required to Have Equipment in Working Order | 0 |
28150 | (a,b) | Equipping Vehicle With or Possession of Radar Jamming Equipment | 0 |
29001 | - | Fifth Wheel Connecting Device Required | 1 |
29002 | - | Fifth Wheel Locking Device Required | 1 |
29003 | (a-c) | Drawbar, Hitch, or Coupling Must Be Secure | 1 |
29004 | (a)(1-3) | Safety Chain Secured for Towing | 1 |
29004 | (b) | Safety Connection of Insufficient Strength | 1 |
29004 | (c) | Safety Chain or Device With Excess Slack | 1 |
29004 | (d) | Failure to Comply With Safety Chain Requirements for Semi-trailers With Fifth Wheel Kingpin Connecting Device | 0 |
29005 | - | Drawbar Length Defined | 0 |
29006 | (a) | Coupling of Towed Vehicles Defined | 1 |
29200 | (c) | Regulations Governing Transportation of Logs and Poles | 0 |
31301 | (a) | Unlawful Transportation Through Caldecott Tunnel | 1 |
31400 | (a-c) | Equipment Required on Trucks Transporting Workers | 0 |
31401 | (d) | Rental or Use of Farm Labor Vehicle by Owner or Contractor Without CHP Inspection Per VC 31401(b) | 0 |
31401 | (e) | Operation of Farm Labor Vehicle by Owner or Contractor Without CHP Inspection Certificate Per VC 31401(b) | 0 |
31405 | (d) | Failure to Restrain All Passengers of Farm Labor Vehicles in Seatbelts | 0 |
31406 | (a) | Transportation of Passengers in a Farm Labor Vehicle With a Seating System That Is Noncompliant With CHP Standards | 0 |
31406 | (b) | Installation of Seat or Seating System in Farm Labor Vehicle That Is Noncompliant With CHP Standards | 0 |
31407 | - | Farm Labor Vehicle in Motion With Sharp Tool Unsecured or Blocking Aisle or Exit | 1 |
31408 | - | Failure to Light Both Headlamps on Farm Labor Vehicles During Operation | 1 |
31409 | - | Failure of Public Transit System Operated for Transporting Farm Workers and/or any Farm Worker Transportation Program to Comply With Farm Labor Vehicle Regulations | 0 |
31540 | (b) | Regulations Governing Transportation of Tank Containers Specified | 1 |
34500.3 | (a) | Noncompliance With CHP Cargo Regulations | 0 |
34501.2 | (b,c) | Driving Hours and Duty Status Limitations | 1 |
34501.4 | - | Failure to Produce Complete Driver’s Logbook for the Last 24-hour Period | 0 |
34501.8 | - | Failure to Display CHP Certificate of Inspection on Paratransit Vehicle | 0 |
34506.3 | - | Failure to Comply With Rules/Regulations–Driving Logs | 1 |
34506.3 | - | Failure to Comply With Rules/ Regulations–Other Safety/Maintenance Items | 1 |
34507 | - | Display of Distinctive Identification Symbol Required | 0 |
34507.5 | - | Failure to Display Carrier Identification Number | 0 |
34510 | - | Display of Shipping Papers on Demand Required | 0 |
34517 | (a) | Operation of Commercial Vehicle From Another Country Restricted | 0 |
34518 | (a) | Violation of Foreign Motor Carrier and Private Foreign Motor Carrier Registration and Operation Requirements and Limitations | 0 |
34518 | (b)(1-3) | Violation of Motor Carrier Registration and Operation Requirements | 0 |
35100 | (a) | Outside Width of Vehicle or Load Exceeding 102 Inches | 0 |
35100.5 | - | Operation of Cotton Module Mover in Violation of Width Standards Set by the County Board of Supervisors | 0 |
35101 | - | Failure to Comply With CHP Width Standards of Vehicles Equipped With Pneumatic Tires | 0 |
35102 | - | Carrying a Load of Loosely Loaded Agricultural Products on Racks More Than 120 Inches Wide | 0 |
35104 | (a,b) | Special Vehicles More Than 120 Inches Wide | 0 |
35109 | - | Motor Vehicle With Lights, Mirrors, or Other Devices Extending Beyond 10 Inches From Side of Vehicle | 0 |
35110 | - | Motor Vehicle With Door Handles, Hinges, Cable Cinchers, Chain Binders, Aerodynamic Devices, and/or Placard Holders Extending Beyond 3 Inches of Side of Vehicle | 0 |
35111 | - | Operating Passenger Vehicle With Load Exceeding Permissible Width Beyond Fenders | 0 |
35250 | - | Height Limits of Vehicle/Load Defined | 0 |
35251 | (a) | Hydraulic Boom or Mast Must Be Secured in Transit | 0 |
35252 | (a-c) | Failure to Use Vertical Clearance Measuring Device as Required | 0 |
35400 | (a) | Overlength–Single Vehicle Specifications | 0 |
35400 | (e)(1) | Improper or Unsafe Mounting of Bicycle on Bus | 0 |
35401 | (a) | Overlength–Vehicle Combination Specifications | 0 |
35401 | (b) | Overlength–Vehicle Combination Specifications | 0 |
35406 | (a,b) | Front Projections Defined | 0 |
35407 | (a-d) | Noncompliance With Boom and Mast Regulations | 0 |
35408 | - | Installation of Front Bumper Projecting More Than 2 Feet Forward From Frontmost Part of Vehicle | 0 |
35409 | (a) | Use of Dismountable Photo or Motion Picture Device Extending Over 5 Feet in Frontof the Cab Structure of Vehicle | 0 |
35409 | (b) | Use of Unauthorized Dismountable Platform for Purpose of Making Instructional Safe Driving Motion Pictures | 0 |
35410 | - | Rear Projections Defined | 0 |
35411 | - | Noncompliance With Maximum Length and Load Standards | 0 |
35550 | (a-c) | Maximum Weight on Single Axle or Wheels | 0 |
35551 | (a,b) | Computation of Allowable Gross Weight (Overweight) | 0 |
35551.5 | - | Violation of Gross Weight Computation Method Prescribed for Combinations Containing Trailer/Semitrailer by Less Than 4,500 Pounds | 0 |
35552 | - | Failure to Comply With Log Transportation Standards of the Christensen-Belotti Act | 0 |
35554 | (a)(1) | Weight in Excess of 20,500 Pounds on a Bus Axle | 0 |
35554 | (c) | Operation of Transit Bus in Excess of Federal Weight Limit | 0 |
35600 | - | Noncompliance With Solid Tire Gross Weight Limitation Standards by Less Than 4,501 Pounds | 0 |
35601 | - | Noncompliance With Metal Tire Gross Weight Limitation Standards by Less Than 4,501 Pounds | 0 |
35655 | (a) | Operation of Vehicle on Highway Containing Load Exceeding Maximum Weight Highway Is Designed to Sustain by Less Than 4,501 Pounds | 0 |
35712 | - | Violation of County Ordinance Prohibiting Commercial Vehicles Exceeding Certain Weight Limitations by Less Than 4,501 Pounds in Residential Area | 0 |
35753 | (a) | Operation of Vehicle Over Bridge, Causeway, Viaduct, Trestle, or Dam in Vehicle Containing Load Exceeding the Maximum Weight the Structures Will Safely Sustain by Less Than 4,501 Pounds | 0 |
35783 | - | Failure to Present Valid Permit Upon Request | 0 |
35783.5 | - | Warning Signs Must Be Removed or Covered When Operating Without a Load | 0 |
36300 | - | Operating a Farm Tractor Drawing Trailer of Produce Without Valid Driver’s License | 0 |
36400 | - | Operating Vehicle Designed Exclusively for Moving Implements of Husbandry at a Speed of More Than 35 MPH | 1 |
36508 | - | Moving New Implement of Husbandry at Speed Over 25 MPH Without “Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem” Displayed as Required | 0 |
36510 | - | Operating Implements of Husbandry Vehicles at Speed Beyond That Safely Required to Stop Within 32 Feet | 0 |
36600 | - | Transporting Implements of Husbandry That Exceed the Width Limitation of 120 Inches More Than 25 Miles From Their Point of Origin | 0 |
36605 | - | Noncompliance With Width Limitations Imposed on Trailers and Semi-trailers Not Used in the Exclusive Transportation of Implements of Husbandry | 0 |
36606 | (a) | Noncompliance With the Automatic Bale Wagon Width Limitation of 120 Inches | 0 |
36705 | - | Operation of Automatic Bale Wagon Exceeding 96 Inches in Width, or Carrying a Load in Excess of 100 Inches During Darkness | 1 |
38020 | - | Registration Required for Off-Highway Vehicle/Riding in Violation of Season Prohibited | 0 |
38300 | - | Unlawful to Disobey Specified Sign, Signal, or Traffic Control Device | 0 |
38301 | - | Unlawful to Violate Off-Highway Vehicle Operation Regulations | 0 |
38301.3 | - | Unlawful Entry of Motor Vehicle Into Federal or State Wilderness Area | 0 |
38301.5 | - | Violation of Local Ordinance Prohibiting Entry Into Mountain Fire District | 0 |
38304.1 | - | Knowingly Allowing Child to Operate Off-Highway Vehicle in Violation of Vehicle Code Section 38304 | 0 |
38330 | - | Unlawful to Operate Vehicle That Is Unsafe, Not Equipped as Required for an Off-Highway Vehicle, or Not Safely Loaded | 0 |
38374 | (a) | Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Equipped With Siren | 0 |
38375 | (b) | Use of Siren While Driving an Off-Highway Motor Vehicle | 0 |
38390 | - | Operating or Maintaining in a Condition of Readiness an Off-Highway Vehicle Without Proper Emission Control Equipment | 0 |
38503 | - | Conditions of Minor Operating All-Terrain Vehicle | 0 |
38504.1 | (a) | Allowing Child Under 14 Years of Age to Operate an All-Terrain Vehicle Without Safety Training/Supervision/Safety Certificate Required Under VC 38504 | 0 |
38505 | - | Operating or Riding All-Terrain Vehicle While Not Wearing Safety Helmet as Required | 0 |
38600 | - | Operating a Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle by Person Under 16 Years of Age That Is Unsupervised by an Authorized Adult | 0 |
38601 | - | Operating or Riding in Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle by Person While Not Wearing Safety Helmet as Required | 0 |
38602 | - | Operating or Riding in Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle by Person While Not Wearing Safety Belt or Harness as Required | 0 |
38603 | - | Operating a Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle While Allowing a Passenger to Ride in Seat Location Not Provided by Manufacturer | 0 |
38604 | - | Operating a Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle While Allowing a Passenger to Ride Who Cannot Grasp Handhold When Belted or Harnessed as Required | 0 |
39002 | (b) | Illegal to Tamper With/Destroy Bicycle Identification | 0 |
40001 | (a,b) | Owner’s Responsibility [Bail is set in accordance with the bail on the underlying offense.] | no point listed |
40151 | (a) | Failure to Bring Lighting Equipment Into Compliance or Comply With Removal Order Within 24 Hours of Inspection | 0 |
40151 | (b) | Failure to Bring Lighting Equipment Into Compliance or Comply With Removal Order Within 48 Hours of Inspection | 0 |
40508 | (a,b) | Violation of Promise to Appear, Promise to Pay | 0 |
42005 | (i) | Failure to Attend Court-Ordered TVS | 0 |
Updated by developer 03/2025
California Vehicle Codes and Their Penalties
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