CHP Vehicle Codes and Regulations

Question 1

What equipment is required on all motor vehicles in California?

Accepted Answer

Working headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, mirrors, and horn

Answer

Only headlights

Answer

Only a horn

Answer

No specific equipment is required

Question 2

What is the California smog check program?

Accepted Answer

A vehicle emissions testing program required for most vehicles during registration renewal

Answer

A program for commercial vehicles only

Answer

A voluntary program

Answer

A one-time test when purchasing a vehicle

Question 3

What are the window tinting laws in California?

Accepted Answer

The front windshield and front side windows must allow at least 70% of light to pass through

Answer

Any tinting level is permitted

Answer

No tinting is allowed anywhere

Answer

Only rear windows have restrictions

Question 4

What are California's car seat laws for children?

Accepted Answer

Children under 2 must be in a rear-facing seat; all children under 8 must be in a car seat or booster

Answer

Only infants need car seats

Answer

Car seats are recommended but not required

Answer

Children over 4 do not need car seats

Question 5

What is required when a vehicle is involved in an accident with property damage in California?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately, exchange information with the other party, and report to DMV if damage exceeds $1,000

Answer

Only stop if someone is injured

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Report to police only if the damage exceeds $5,000

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No action is required for property damage

Question 6

What is the penalty for hit-and-run in California?

Accepted Answer

Misdemeanor for property damage; felony if there are injuries, with potential imprisonment

Answer

A small fine only

Answer

Community service only

Answer

No penalty if you report later