What type of certificate of compliance should be issued to a military person not seeking California registration?

In the case of a military person who is not seeking California registration, the appropriate documentation to issue is a copy of the Vehicle Registration (VR) report with passing results. This document serves as proof that the vehicle has passed the required smog check, which is essential for compliance even if the individual is not currently pursuing registration in California.

Issuing a VR report with passing results allows the military person to have a record of compliance with emissions standards, should it be needed for future registration or other administrative purposes. This is particularly important as military personnel may be stationed elsewhere or may return to California at a later date.

While other options may seem relevant in different contexts—like temporary compliance certificates for immediate needs or final certification documents for completed registrations—they do not apply in this specific scenario where registration is not being pursued. Additionally, the option indicating no documentation is needed overlooks the importance of having a formal record, even for non-registration purposes.