facebook twitter Pintrest Youtube Google Bing

CA Number (California DOT Number)

california dot number

The California Department of Transportation Number (CA DOT) is a specific number assigned by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Motor carriers within the state lines of California must have a California DOT Number.  You can either choose between an in-state or out-of-state carrier.

In-State Carriers: Operate commercial vehicles within the state lines of California. Carriers must have a Motor Carrier Permit, a CA number, and from September 2016 a USDOT number.

Out of State Carriers: Some Out-of-state carriers must have a Motor Carrier Permit and a CA DOT number in addition to the USDOT number to enter California.

Displaying California DOT Number

The owner must display the CA DOT on both sides of each vehicle. (according to the California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 34507.5).

Let DOT Operating Authority assist you with getting California DOT Number!

DOT Operating Authority provides our clients with help from professional agents. We specialize in every aspect of authority registration. We have years of experience in all types of the trucking industry.

Give us a call at (888) 669-4383 to receive all the information you need, and to start the process of obtaining a California DOT number. We are looking forward to assisting you!

29
Jun
Blog Cover Depicting Two Truck Drivers Reviewing A Tablet In Front Of A White Semi Truck With The Heading Truck Weight Limits Are Changing

Truck Weight Limits Are Changing: What Drivers Need to Know

If you've been following trucking news lately, you've probably noticed more discussions about truck weight limits. Several states are considering ...

READ MORE →
17
Jun

Form 2290: Who Must File and Who Is Exempt

Form 2290: Who Must File and Who Is Exempt Running heavy trucks comes with more paperwork than most people would ...

READ MORE →
26
Jun
Blog Cover Depicting A Blue Semi Truck Driving On A Burbank Freeway With The Heading July 1 Trucking Law Changes And The Subheading What Drivers And Carriers Should Expect

July 1 Trucking Law Changes: What Drivers and Carriers Should Expect

For truck drivers, July 1 isn't just another date on the calendar. It's when several new state laws take effect, ...

READ MORE →
24
Jun
Blog Cover Depicting A Truck Driver Standing Beside A Semi-Truck With A Commercial Driver’s License Marked “Downgraded” And A Headline About Ohio’s Non-Domiciled CDL Rule Changes

Ohio Takes Action on Non-Domiciled CDL Licenses After Federal Rule Changes

Ohio has downgraded approximately 1,200 non-domiciled CDLs as state officials review commercial driver's licenses under updated federal standards. The Ohio ...

READ MORE →
Close Menu
×