2740 Department of Motor Vehicles
Program Descriptions

2130 - VEHICLE/VESSEL IDENTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE

This program establishes identification and ownership of vehicles and vessels of California residents, supports compliance with various related laws, collects revenue for various state and local government programs, and provides information from vehicle and vessel records to state and local agencies.

2135 - DRIVER LICENSING AND PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION

This program evaluates the eligibility and ability of applicants for original and renewal driver licenses, issues driver licenses and/or identification cards to those who meet specific criteria, and provides information from driver license and identification card records to state and local law enforcement agencies.

2140 - DRIVER SAFETY

This program promotes driver safety by monitoring, suspending, and revoking the driving privilege of unsafe licensed drivers operating on public roadways.

2145 - OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING AND INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES

This program enhances consumer protection by licensing and regulating motor vehicle-related businesses that provide services connected to the sale and use of vehicles in California and enforces laws within the Department's jurisdiction by means of criminal and administrative investigations.

2150 - NEW MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD

The Board resolves disputes between new motor vehicle dealers and manufacturers and assists consumers in mediating disputes with dealers and manufacturers.

9900 - ADMINISTRATION

This program provides services to support the operations of the department including executive, administrative, legal, legislative, policy, and information support. Support services include accounting, budgeting, facility maintenance and operations, human resources, mail operations, printing services, procurement and contracting, training, and labor relations.