Resources
Publications
- Auto Body Inspection Program (Español)
- Automotive Repair and Smog Check Newsletter
- Consumer Assistance Program (Español)
- Consumer's Guide to Automotive Repair (Español)
- Department of Consumer Affairs Publications
- Ignition Interlock Device Reduced Fee Assistance Notice
- News Releases
- Smog Check Program (Español)
- Strategic Plan
- Summer Car Care Tips
- Winter Car Care Tips
- Write It Right: A Guide for Automotive Repair Dealers
Reports and Data
- Assembly Bill 2138 Report (This report is contained within DCA’s Annual Report, effective 2021.)
- Consumer Assistance Program Supplemental Report
- Department of Consumer Affairs Annual Reports
- Enforcement and Licensing Statistical Data
- Enforcement Actions
- Quarterly Licensing Data
- Smog Check Executive Summary Reports
- Smog Check Performance Report - 2022
- Smog Check Performance Report - 2021
- Smog Check Performance Report - 2020
- Smog Check Performance Report - 2019
- Sunset Review Report
- Sunset Review Background Paper
Consumer Forms
- Collision Repair/Auto Body Inspection Request
- Complaint Form (Printable / Español)
- Consumer Assistance Program Application (Español)
- Designation of Person to Authorize CAP Repairs Form (Español)
- Email List / Mailing List
- Public Comments, Complaints, & Suggestions Form
- Publication Order Form
- Speaker Request
Industry Forms
Licensure and Business Operations
- Applications
- Brake or Lamp Certificate Refund Voucher
- Cancellation Request Form
- Certificate Order Form
- Change of Name/Address/Corporate Officers or Directors Form (Business)
- Change of Name/Address Form (Individual)
- Declaration and Request for Replacement License
- Smog Technician Duplicate/Replacement License Request Form
- Speaker Request
- Special Accommodation During BAR Licensing Examination Form
- Waiver of Renewal Fees/Temporary Waiver of Renewal Requirements for Active Duty Service Members
Smog Check
- Cal-VIS Enrollment Package
- Consumer Assistance Program Application Reorder Form
- Diagnostic Data Form
- Payee Data Record (STD 204)
- Repair Notification / Invoice Form
- Smog Certificate Refund Request
STAR Program
- STAR Station Certification Application
- STAR Station Questionnaire
- Request for Inactive Status or Program Withdrawal
- Request for STAR Certification Reinstatement
Training Providers
- Certified Instructor Application
- Certified Training Institution Application
- Training Course Approval Request
Government Fleets
- Government Fleet Annual Report Form
- Government Fleet Letter of Response Form
- Government Fleet Smog Check Program Maintenance Facility Application
License Applications
- Automotive Repair Dealer Registration Application
- Automotive Repair Dealer Registration Application (LLC)
- Brake Adjuster License Application
- Brake Station License Application
- Lamp Adjuster License Application
- Lamp Station License Application
- Smog Check Inspector/Repair Technician License Application
- Smog Check Station License Application
- STAR Station Certification Application
Handbooks and Checklists
- Brake Adjuster Handbook
- Brake and Lamp Adjuster Exam Handbook
- Brake Station License Checklist
- Lamp Adjuster Handbook
- Lamp Station License Checklist
- Smog Check Inspector and Repair Technician Exam Handbook
Smog Check Information
Manuals and Guides
- Accepted Trade Standards
- Consumer Assistance Program Repair Assistance Operations Manual
- Disciplinary Guidelines
- Laws and Regulations / Reference Book
- Write It Right: A Guide for Automotive Repair Dealers
Licensee Signs
Licensees have a responsibility to display identifying signs in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Visit the Licensee Signs page to learn more.