The TVS owner must be licensed by DMV. In order for the TVS owner license to be issued, you must complete the traffic violator instructor application in addition to the traffic operator application.
1. Initial Requirements (Before Applying)
Name Approval:
- Submit a Request for DMV Approval of a Traffic Violator School Name (OL 612).
Lesson Plan Approval:
- If creating an original lesson plan:
- If using a previously approved lesson plan:
- Submit a Request for Use of an Approved TVS Program (OL 766), a letter from the program owner authorizing you to use the lesson plan, and fees.
- Best Operator Course can provide a lesson plan for approval. Contact us.
Submission Address:
Mail your form, documents, and fees to:
Department of Motor Vehicles
Occupational Licensing – TVS Unit
PO Box 932342, MS L224
Sacramento, CA 94232-3420
Wait for Response:
Allow a minimum of 120 days for a response. Incomplete requests will be returned. Lesson plans will be logged and forwarded for review in the order received.
Lesson Plan Approval Fees
- $475 classroom course review fee (if creating original lesson plan).
- $800 home study course review fee (if creating original lesson plan).
- $800 internet course review fee (if creating original lesson plan).
- $25 lesson plan approval fees (if using previously approved lesson plan).
2. Application Process
Gather Necessary Documents & Forms:
- Application for Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner License (OL 713)
- Application for Occupational License Personal History Questionnaire (OL 29B) (for each person listed on form OL 760)
- Property Use Verification for a Driving School or Traffic Violator School License (OL 140)
- Traffic Violator School Owner Assurance of Compliance With the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (OL 142)
- Traffic Violator School Classroom Lease or Rental Agreement (OL 144)
- Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner Surety Bond (OL 704 B) or Deposit Agreement and Assignment (OL 25E)
- Traffic Violator School Branch Business Office/Classroom Application (OL 712)
- Live scan fingerprint and Request for Live Scan Service (DMV 8016)
- Fingerprint card (ADM 1316) (out-of-state applicants only). Fingerprint cards can be obtained by calling Occupational Licensing (OL) at (916) 229-3126 or from a DMV inspector office.
- Appointment of Director as Agent for Service of Process (ADM 9050)
- A completed OL 764 or OL 766 and a letter signed by DMV or an agent of DMV approving your lesson plan or authorizing you to utilize a previously approved lesson plan.
- Evidence of your property ownership or a copy of your rental or lease agreement for all offices and classrooms.
Submit Application and Documents Online:
Once you have completed all mandatory forms and collected all required documents, call your local OL Inspections office to set an appointment to submit your paperwork and fees.
Schedule Inspection:
- After DMV processes your application, you’ll receive an email instructing you to schedule an inspection of your business location.
- Once you receive that email, create a DMV online account and select a time slot for an inspection. The email will provide the information you need to get started.
Inspection Scheduling Help:
- Create your DMV Account
- Schedule an Inspection
- View your Inspection Report and Upload a Photo
Inspection Process:
The OL inspector will:
- Inspect the main business office where you conduct business.
- Inspect all books and records pertinent to the business.
Application Timeline
Complete your application within one year. If not completed, a new application with all examinations and fees will be required.
Fees
- $200 non-refundable original or reinstatement application fee.
- $1 family support program.
- $15 duplicate license fee (if applicable).
Note: When applying for any combination of owner/operator/instructor license, only the owner fee will be due.
Always refer to the DMV’s official resources to ensure all requirements are met and to stay updated with any changes in the application process.
