CAL CAL - Certified Automotive Locksmith Business and Legal Practices Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which document should an automotive locksmith require from a customer before servicing a vehicle they claim to own?

Accepted Answer

Government-issued ID and proof of vehicle ownership such as registration or title

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Only a verbal confirmation of ownership

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A signed waiver releasing the locksmith from liability

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A credit card authorization form

Question 2

In most US states, automotive locksmiths are required to hold which type of license to legally operate?

Accepted Answer

A state-issued locksmith or security services license

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A general contractor's license

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A mechanic's ASE certification

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A federal business permit only

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of maintaining a detailed job ticket or work order for every automotive locksmith service call?

Accepted Answer

To document the customer's authorization, work performed, and protect the locksmith legally

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To track employee hours for payroll

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To satisfy manufacturer warranty requirements

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To record vehicle mileage for service reminders

Question 4

Which type of insurance is most critical for an automotive locksmith to carry to cover damage accidentally caused to a customer's vehicle?

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General liability insurance

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Workers' compensation insurance

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Commercial auto insurance

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Professional indemnity insurance for software

Question 5

When an automotive locksmith receives a request to make a key for a vehicle, what is the best practice regarding the vehicle identification number (VIN)?

Accepted Answer

Record the VIN and verify it matches the customer's provided ownership documents

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Ignore the VIN since it is only needed by dealers

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Use the VIN only to look up key blank pricing

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Ask the customer to provide the VIN verbally without verification

Question 6

An automotive locksmith in the US who copies a high-security key for a customer without verifying ownership could potentially be held liable under which legal concept?

Accepted Answer

Civil liability and potentially criminal accessory charges

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Only minor regulatory fines

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No liability since the customer assumed all responsibility

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Federal telecommunications violations