Vehicle Industry Registration Procedures Manual

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Section 4 of 38

Chapter 3: Collection and Payment of Fees and Penalties

3.005 Calculating Penalties

Chapter 3 Collection and Payment Of Fees and Penalties

3.005 Calculating Penalties

The penalty structure for original registration or registration renewal separates the registration fee from the vehicle license fee (VLF) and any weight fee due.

A flat penalty is assessed on the registration fee and California Highway Patrol (CHP) fee.