Jones v. Pierce

Opinion

ZECHER, J. *

We must determine in this case whether a vehicle owned by a California resident which is registered and based in another state must also be registered in California even if the vehicle is not primarily driven on California highways. We conclude California registration is not required in these circumstances and affirm the judgment.

Facts

The essential facts are undisputed. Plaintiffs Arthur and Isabell Jones were residents of California in 1985 and 1986. Plaintiffs—who live in Pebble Beach—also own property in Gold Hill, Oregon. In May of 1985, plaintiffs purchased a motorhome…