California Non-Commercial Class-A Questions

toolguy1964 wrote:
After much research and asking questions at the DMV as well as the CHP, I came to the conclusion that there is much confusion as to what Class of license is needed when towing a 43', triple axle, 15k+ lb. 5th wheel toy hauler. CHP says one thing, DMV says another, etc. So, I just took my Non Commercial Class A written, passed 100% and I will be scheduling the driving portion this next week. Unfortunately, not all DMV offices (mine included) has the capability to give the driving test so I will have to go to West Sacramento to take it. I did, however find out one very important piece of information that everyone else missed. If you are in an accident, driving or towing a vehicle that your current class of license doesn't permit, your insurance company can deny paying the claim(s). That's not to say they won't but they have the right to deny it because you were not properly licensed to drive/tow that particular vehicle. My insurance broker explained this one to me. Just something else to consider.

Good info. As I stated from the beginning, I do plan on getting this non-commercial Class-A. It sounds like fun and I want to be fully covered.

What I was looking for initially was confirmation that non-commercial does not get the same 1.5 point hit and be prohibited from traffic school like the commercial does. I guess that is true, so I am happy.

The last thing I need to find out for certain is if I can rent a flatbed 10,000+ gvwr pull trailer to take my test with. A previous poster said they will consider me commercial if I do, but I'd like to see that in writing somewhere.