California Driving Permit Requirements

1. Complete Driver's Education Course.
Course can be taken online from an approved driver education program, such as ExpertDriving.net.

2. Pass the 46 question permit test
This is the traffic law and sign test. A passing score is at least 38 correct answers. You have three chances to pass the test. If you fail, you must wait 7 days before taking it again.

3. You must be at least 15 1/2 years old.
DMV's application directions and requirements

4. Must Be Enrolled in Behind the Wheel Training.
"OL 392" Enrollment in the behind the wheel training certificate.

5. Complete 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training.
Training must be taken from an approved driver education program, such as ExpertDriving.net.

More information from California Dept. of Motor Vehicles:
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• California DMV Permit Practice Tests

• General Information — California DMV

• California DMV Handbook

• California DMV Flash Driving Tutorial