California Traffic School (TVS) Owner Bond
Bond Requirements & Set Rates
| Bond Amount Required | Annual Premium |
| $2,000 | $100 |
Individuals or businesses that own and operate a classroom-only traffic violator school (TVS) must hold a surety bond as part of their licensing requirements under the California Vehicle Code. Required by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the California traffic violator school owner bond ensures compliance with state regulations and protects students and the public from financial loss due to fraud, misrepresentation, or failure to provide approved educational services.
Cost of a California Traffic Violator School Owner Bond
The cost of the $2,000 California traffic violator school owner bond is $100 with NNA Surety. Get bonded today.
Note: Traffic school owners of home study or internet-based courses can purchase the required $15,000 surety bond here.
How the California Traffic Violator School Owner Bond Works
A California traffic school owner bond is a financial guarantee required under California law to ensure traffic school owners operate in accordance with DMV rules and ethical business practices.
This license and permit bond creates a three-party agreement that ensures accountability:
- Principal: Traffic school owner
- Obligee: California Department of Motor Vehicles
- Surety: Bonding company
If a student or regulatory body experiences financial harm due to a school owner’s violation of the law, they may file a claim against the bond. The surety company will investigate the claim and, if valid, compensate the affected party up to the bond amount. The bonded owner is then responsible for reimbursing the surety for any paid claims.
How to Get a California Traffic Violator School Bond
Getting the classroom-only traffic school bond with NNA Surety is simple:
- Complete this application with your business and licensing details.
- Pay the premium to activate your bond.
- Submit your bond to the California DMV.
Get Your California Traffic School Owner Bond Today
Stay in compliance to continue your school operations with the California traffic school (TVS) owner bond. NNA Surety makes it easy to apply and get bonded quickly, so you can focus on delivering quality education and growing your business. Secure your bond today by completing this form.