California CA Operating Authority (CA#) Registration — Filed For You.

Carriers operating in California must obtain proper permits before their first trip. FastPermitFiling handles your CA Operating Authority (CA#) registration with California Highway Patrol (CHP) & California DMV.

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Filing Agency

California Highway Patrol (CHP) & California DMV

Permit Types

CA Operating Authority (CA#)Motor Carrier Permit (MCP)72-Hour Trip Permit

California Compliance Facts

California requires all for-hire carriers operating intrastate to obtain a CA Operating Authority number from the CHP — separate from FMCSA authority.
A Motor Carrier Permit (MCP) from the CA DMV is required for both intrastate and interstate carriers operating in California.
Failure to obtain a CA# before dispatching intrastate loads can result in $1,000–$25,000 civil penalties.

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