How do I get Proof of Correction?

Fix It - Proof of Correction

For fix-it violation an officer must inspect the vehicle and verify that the correction was made. To correct a fix-it violation first fix the issue and then contact any law enforcement agency such as CHP or local police department to arrange for an officer to inspect your vehicle and sign off the correction. The correction verification can be mailed or brought to the traffic division window at the traffic court with the state mandated fee (40611 CVC). This must be done no later than the date shown on the courtesy notice. Once this is done the violation will be cleared by the court clerk. 

Registration - Proof of Correction

On the date of the violation if the officer charged you with having expired registration 4000 a 1 vc,  a copy of your current registration can be mailed or brought to the traffic division window at the traffic court with the state mandated fee (40611 CVC). This must be done no later than the date shown on the courtesy notice. Once this is done the violation will be cleared by the court clerk. 

Driver's License - Proof of Correction

For driver's license violations, a copy of the driver license can be mailed or brought to the traffic division window at the traffic court with the state mandated fee (40611 CVC). This must be done no later than the date shown on the courtesy notice. Once this is done the violation will be cleared by the court clerk. 

Insurance - Proof of Correction

On the date of violation If the officer charged you with 16028 a vc no proof of insurance, a copy of the proof of insurance can be mailed or brought to the traffic division window at the traffic court with the state mandated fee (40611 CVC). This must be done no later than the date shown on the courtesy notice. Once this is done the violation will be cleared by the court clerk. 

What is a valid proof of insurance?

Valid proof of insurance may be any one of the following:

1. A photocopy of the official card issued by an insurance company showing name of the insurance company, policy number, effective (beginning and ending) dates of the policy (policy must be in effect at the time of the violation), name of defendant or vehicle information (must match person or vehicle listed on the citation)
2. A photocopy of the actual insurance policy providing all of the above information
3. A statement on insurance company letterhead providing all of the above information

Notice to Correct (CHP 281)

This traffic ticket is issued by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) for certain types of correctable violations. The proof of correction(s) must be directly submitted to the CHP within 30 days. Failure to comply with the correction will result in the citation being referred to the court.

Proof of Correction - Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is there a proof of correction fee?
   • The proof of correction fee is statutory (Vehicle Code section 40611) for all correctable violations. 
2. If I do not own the car I was driving, am I responsible for an equipment violation?
   • Yes, unless the ticket is issued in the name of the registered owner of the vehicle you are driving. 
3. After receiving the traffic ticket I sold the car that was cited for an equipment violation or the car is no longer operable?
   • Selling or donating a vehicle that was cited for mechanical violations still requires the prior owner to set a court date to appear and provide proof of sale, donation, or in-operability to clear the ticket. You should support your case with any relevant paperwork.

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