California Department of Motor Vehicles

Trucker Gurinderjit Singh spends at least eight hours a day on the phone while hauling freight, describing this 'call of empathy' as a ritual to combat stress and social isolation inherent in his profession. While drivers are aware that it is illegal to drive while handling a cellphone and must keep one ear free, they recognize the dangers associated with distracted driving. The article notes that California lacks statewide studies or programs offering support for truck drivers' mental health issues.

Teamsters California sued the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) over plans to fast-track regulations allowing autonomous commercial trucks on state highways. The union claims the DMV rushed the rule changes without proper economic analysis, arguing the move could eliminate over 200,000 truck driver jobs and prioritize corporate interests over public safety and economic stability.

A police officer is accused of illegally accessing California Department of Motor Vehicles information and placing a GPS tracking device on his ex-girlfriend's car, according to prosecutors.

A Bell Police Department officer is facing up to three and a half years in jail for illegally accessing DMV records and placing a GPS tracking device on his ex-girlfriend's car, according to prosecutors. The officer, James Ixcoy, used a DMV database on July 17 for unauthorized purposes.

California drivers are facing a scandal involving the DMV, where they are being charged excessively and threatened if they do not pay. The situation is described as a government-funded shakedown.

The California DMV director informed lawmakers of a potential criminal investigation into irregularities found in approximately 11,000 written driver’s license tests. The DMV shared a copy of the letter with KTLA, which was sent by Director Steve Gordon to the State Senate Transportation committee.

California's DMV is requiring 11,000 individuals to retake their knowledge test due to suspected cheating. The DMV stated that irregularities indicating possible cheating, rather than internal issues, are the cause for the retakes.

California's DMV requires 11,000 people to retake their knowledge test due to suspected cheating. The DMV stated that irregularities indicating possible cheating, not internal issues, are the reason for the requirement.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles conducted an internal review of written test results and identified patterns suggesting some applicants attempted to bypass the testing process. The findings raised concerns about potential irregularities in the licensing procedure.

California lawmakers approved a plan allowing the state's Department of Motor Vehicles to share driver's license and ID card information with a national verification network to comply with the federal Real ID Act. Immigrant advocates have raised concerns about this measure.

Paul Pelosi, Nancy Pelosi’s husband, was involved in a hit-and-run collision in Napa County, California, causing major damage to a parked car. Local authorities said he may face misdemeanor charges for fleeing the scene, though no injuries were reported. He previously pleaded guilty in 2022 to driving under the influence.

Paul Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run in Napa County, damaging a parked car and leaving the scene, leading to possible misdemeanor charges. He previously pleaded guilty to a DUI in 2022 and was attacked with a hammer in 2022. The sheriff’s department is assessing his driving ability.

Paul Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run in Napa County, California, damaging a parked car before leaving the scene. Authorities say he may face misdemeanor charges for fleeing the accident, though no injuries were reported and he was sober at the time.

Paul Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run in Napa County, California, damaging a parked car before leaving the scene. Authorities say he may face misdemeanor charges for fleeing the accident and is undergoing a DMV review for driving eligibility. He had a prior 2022 DUI conviction and was attacked with a hammer in 2022.

California's Department of Motor Vehicles will share driver’s license data with a national database despite concerns from immigrant advocates that it could expose unauthorized immigrants to deportation. The state budget and legislation include oversight measures to protect data, but critics argue these safeguards are insufficient. The data sharing aims to comply with the federal REAL ID Act.

California's new budget allocates $55 million for the DMV to build a data-sharing system with a national database to comply with the federal REAL ID Act. Immigrant advocates warn this could expose undocumented residents to deportation risks, while state officials claim safeguards limit data exposure and prevent misuse.

CalMatters won five Golden State Journalism Awards for impact journalism, public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, and courage in journalism. Byrhonda Lyons received the impact award for uncovering the California DMV's retention of millions in auction proceeds, leading to a proposed law requiring owner notifications. Sergio Olmos was honored for courageous coverage of immigration enforcement protests.

The California Legislature is withholding $55 million in funding to prevent the DMV from sharing driver license data, including information on over 1 million immigrant license holders without federal authorization, with a nonprofit agency of motor vehicle administrators across the nation. The budget agreement blocks the DMV's plan to link to a database fulfilling information requests from other states.

California lawmakers are withholding $55 million in funding for the DMV's plan to link to a national driver license database, citing concerns that sharing data with the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators' system could lead to deportations of undocumented immigrants. The budget standoff centers on fears that the system's use of Social Security number placeholders might flag drivers without authorization to live in the U.S., despite California law allowing licenses for all residents regardless of immigration status.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles is experiencing a network outage impacting driver’s license and ID processing, though offices remain open. Officials report team members are assisting with forms, online transactions, and drive tests while resolving the issue.

California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced new rules effective July 1 allowing police to ticket autonomous vehicles. The regulations mark a step toward integrating self-driving technology into existing legal frameworks.

California police will soon be authorized to issue traffic tickets to driverless cars and require manufacturers to relocate them during emergencies. The state’s DMV adopted new rules implementing a 2024 law that expands oversight of autonomous vehicles.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles has temporarily closed its San Pedro office due to flooding, redirecting drivers to nearby locations. The office at 1511 N. Gaffey St. remains closed with no reopening date announced.

California's DMV has adopted new regulations for autonomous vehicles (AVs) to enhance safety oversight and ensure manufacturer accountability. The rules expand safety requirements for all AV types and enable law enforcement to cite violations during testing and deployment.