Section 516 Of Division 1. Words And Phrases Defined From California Vehicle Code >> Division 1.

. "Resident" means any person who manifests an intent to live or be located in this state on more than a temporary or transient basis. Presence in the state for six months or more in any 12-month period gives rise to a rebuttable presumption of residency. The following are evidence of residency for purposes of vehicle registration:
  (a) Address where registered to vote.
  (b) Location of employment or place of business.
  (c) Payment of resident tuition at a public institution of higher education.
  (d) Attendance of dependents at a primary or secondary school.
  (e) Filing a homeowner's property tax exemption.
  (f) Renting or leasing a home for use as a residence.
  (g) Declaration of residency to obtain a license or any other privilege or benefit not ordinarily extended to a nonresident.
  (h) Possession of a California driver's license.
  (i) Other acts, occurrences, or events that indicate presence in the state is more than temporary or transient.