What aspect of driver’s license renewal is affected by unpaid toll violations?

Unpaid toll violations can indeed impact the renewal of a driver's license in California. When a driver has outstanding toll violations, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) generally requires that all fines and penalties associated with these violations be paid prior to allowing the renewal of the driver's license. This policy exists to ensure that drivers meet their financial obligations to the state for using toll facilities. Without clearing these debts, the DMV may decline the renewal until all necessary payments are settled.

While some might think that the unpaid tolls have no effect, this is not the case; financial responsibilities must be met for the renewal process to proceed smoothly. Other choices suggest scenarios such as being able to renew with only minor violations or paying tolls in advance, but these do not accurately reflect the process required by the DMV regarding unpaid violations.