California · Vehicle Code

VEH §38150: The department may refuse the identification or renewal or transfer of identification of an off-highway motor vehicle subject to identification in any of the following circumstances: (a) If the depart

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The department may refuse to issue, renew, or transfer off-highway motor vehicle identification if the applicant is ineligible, fails to provide required information, or has unlawfully used identification documents.

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The department may refuse the identification or renewal or transfer of identification of an off-highway motor vehicle subject to identification in any of the following circumstances: (a) If the department is satisfied that the applicant is not entitled thereto under this code. (b) If the applicant has failed to furnish the department with information required in the application or reasonable additional information required by the department. (c) If the department determines that the applicant has made or permitted unlawful use of any identification certificate, certificate of ownership, identification plates, or other identifying indicia.

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