CA AB1272

Prohibits holders of DMV-issued occupational licenses from using "DMV," the Department of Motor Vehicles logogram, or "Department of Motor Vehicles" in internet domain names, expanding existing restrictions that already cover business names and telephone numbers

Violations constitute a crime, as the bill expands the application of existing criminal prohibitions under Vehicle Code Section 25

Maintains existing prohibition against occupational licensees using DMV-related terms in advertisements in ways that suggest official connection with the department

No state reimbursement to local agencies required because costs stem solely from creating or modifying a crime

Approved by Governor and filed with Secretary of State on July 28, 2025