Have to update the military info ... Those who transfer have per DMV "Nonresident military personnel stationed in California or their spouses may operate their vehicles with valid out-of-state license plates from their home state or the state where the military person was last stationed". Now that changes once you - Claim a homeowner's exemption in California.
Rent or lease a residence in California
Military personnel, stationed in California are exempt from payment of the vehicle license fee (VLF) on any vehicle owned or leased and registered in California provided:
- The nonresident military owner is shown as a lessee or registered owner of the vehicle.
- The vehicle is not operated "for hire.