Who needs CHP 279 Form?
Every company that wants to indicate their owner’s responsibility for certain violations of the California Vehicle Code should fill out and present this form.
What is CHP 279 Form Used For?
CHP 279 Form is a request for owner’s responsibility. This form is used to indicate company's desire to be charged under the “owner’s responsibility” for certain violations of the California Vehicle Code.
Should I Attach Any Other Forms to CHP 279 Form?
This form is not accompanied by other forms. It's a self-contained form.
What Information should be Mentioned in CHP 279 Form
During filling the first block of this form you should mark whether the vehicle is weight, loading, mechanical and has registration. You also have a field for other special conditions to be filled whether it’s applicable. The second field requires company name to be provided. You should also mention company mailing address while filling out CHP 279 Form. Responsible person’s name is provided as well. You should also mention business phone and the title job position while filling out the form. Don't forget to fill in the date field. CHP 279 Form requires signature of the responsible person to be provided.
When should CHP 279 Form be filled ?
CHP 279 form should be renewed once every 12 month at the beginning of the calendar year. However, it has to be renewed immediately whether the responsible person has terminated employment or moved to another position.
What should I do next with CHP 279 Form?
As far as California Highway Patrol does not maintain a centralized responsible owner’s database, this document should be kept in multiple copies in each vehicle you wish to be treated under owner’s responsibility. You should instruct your drivers to demonstrate and present this form to the California Highway Patrol enforcement personnel whether they are asked to do this way.
