ca dmv permit

how long do u have to transfer ownership of car after buying?

10 days

what license do most ppl get

noncommercial class C

u need license/id card to be real id compliant when

• boarding domestic flights

• enter military bases

• enter most fed facilities

how do u get an id

provide id doc, rez docs, social security no

what must u provide in order to apply for permit or license

• proof of identity

• 2 proofs of residence

• social security

• legal full name doc if it doesnt match w app

steps for applying permit

• fill out app

• give docs

• pay

• knowledge test

  vision test

add steps for applying permit if under 18

1. be at least 15 ½

2. complete drivers ed

3. have parent/guardian sign to approve app and accept financial responsibility. both must sign if share joint custody

4. wait to use until u start behind wheel training w instructor who will validate permit

how to get license after permit

• practice driving w ca licensed whos at least 18 yrs old. (25 for minors) must sit close enough to take control

• pass driving test

how to get license after permit if under 18

• be at least 16

• had permit for at least 6 months or u turned 18 before scheduling driving

• proof that u did both drivers ed and driver training

• practice driving for at least 50 hrs w ca licensed who’s at least 25 yrs old. includes 10 hrs at night

With a provisional license, when is a minor NOT allowed to drive?

• Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the first 12 months of license

• w passengers under 20 unless parent/guardian/25+ driver rides w u

• for pay or operate vehicles that require commercial class A, B, C license

exceptions to minor’s provisional license

• Have medical need and cannot reasonably find another way to travel. must carry a note signed by physician that has medical condition and date you are expected to recover.

• school/school activity. note signed by your school principal, dean, or designee.

• work reasons. note signed by your employer confirming your employment.

• drive an immediate family member. note signed by your parent or legal guardian stating the reason you need to drive, the family member, and date when dont need to

How many attempts do you get to pass the original knowledge test before having to reapply?

3

What is the waiting period for a minor who fails the knowledge test before retaking it?

Seven days, not counting the day of failure.

to bring on driving test

• permit/license

• 18+ driver/25+ driver

• safe vehicle

• proof of insurance and vehicle registration

if i want to use rental for vroom test, what is necessary

name on contract and contract lets u

After failing a behind-the-wheel test, how long must a minor wait before retaking it?

14 days, not including the day of failure.

what u need to locate and demonstrate at driving

• driver window opens

• windshield clear

• at least 2 rearview mirrors, one of which is on left side

• brake lights work

• at least 1 in of clearance btwn bottom of brake and floorboard when pressed

• horn designed for car, works properly, loud enough 2 be heard from at least 200+ ft

• set and release parking brake

• arm signals

• wipers

• seatbelts work

What minimum tire-tread depth must your vehicle have to take a drive test?

At least 1/32 inch of uniform tread depth.

exceptions 4 companions during vroom test

training, service animals, certain law enforcemet situations

how long u got to tell dmv after u move

w/i 10 days thru mail or online

how u extend driver license when out of state

submit request using email w

• name

• driver license no

• bday

• ca res address

• out of state address

docs req 2 notify dmv abt patients’ med conditions that affect safe driving when they’re at least how old

14

when to use hand to hand steering

• turn at low speeds

• park

• recov from skid

how 2 do hand 2 hand

1. hands at 8/4

2. reach over opp side to grab it

3. let go of the other hand

4. then use that other hand to reach across and pull up

when u use one hand

back up or when u gotta use vehicle controls

when u signal

• at least 100 ft b4 turn

• at least 5 sec b4 exit freeway

• pull next to and away from curb

• b4 lane change

• when almost thru intersection if u plan to turn after

when use horn

• to avoid collisions

• alert car on narrow mtn road when no see at least 200 ft ahead

when u dim high beam when approaching oncoming vehicle

w/i 500 ft

when u dim high beam when approaching car in lane

w/i 300 ft

when use headlight

• 2 dark 2 see 1000 ft ahead

• 30 min after sunset

• 30 min b4 sunrise

• mtn roads and tunnels

• in adverse weather

• when conditions prevent u from seeing other cars

• when the sign says to

• when sun low on horizon

how 2 warn if u see collision/hazard

• emergency flashers

• brake gently a few times

• use hand signals when slow/stop

what u do if vehicle in trouble

• flashers (if x have, use turn signals)

• pull off road away from traffic. if cant get off completely, stop where ppl can see from behind

• x stop over hill or around curve

• call emergency roadside and stay in car

single solid yellow lie

center of road w 2 way traffic

stay 2 right of double solid yellow lines unless

• HOV lane has designated entrance on left

• construction/other signs say drive on other side of road

• turning across single set 2 enter/exit driveway/private road or make u turn

single solid white line

traffic lanes going in same direction

broken white lines

traffic lanes on roads w 2+ lanes in same direction

end of lane markings

large broken lines

what to do if see large broken lines

exit or merge freeway

what is number 1 lane

left most

changing lanes

• signal

• check mirrors

• check traffic next 2 and beside

• look over shoulder in direction u wanna move

• check blind spots and x drift into other lane

• make sure enough space in lane.

do u have to slow down b4 change lane

no

when u able 2 ride in hov lane

• carpool

• low emission/0 emission vehicle and u have a dmv issued decal

• u motorcycle

how long u can drive in center left lane

200 ft

what center left lane used 4

turn left or u turn

when u use turnout

• drive slowly on 2 lane road

• passing no safe

• 5+ vehicle following u

bike lane

• adjacent 2 vehicle traffic

• single solid white line that turn into dash near intersection

buffered bike lane

uses chevrons/diagonal markings 2 provide greater separation from traffic and on street parking

bike route

• bike route signs and shared road markings

• preferred route on streets ahred w vehicle traffic

bike boulevard

prioritze bikes on da street

separated bikeway

• physically separated and only for bikes

• ake cycle track or protecred bike lanes

• flexible posts, grade separation, inflexible barriers, on street parking

shared roadway bike markings

tell drivers that bikes can ride in lane + help bikers keep safe lane position

how much ft in between bike and car

at least 3 ft

how long u can ride in bike lane

200 ft

how 2 make right turn

• enter at opening of desig right turn lane if available/drive close 2 right edge

• look over right shoulder + reduce speed

• look LRL

• finsih turn in right lane

can u right turn at red arrow light

no

can u cross bus lane 2 make R turn

yes

right turn on road w dedicated lane

• make R turn w/o stopping

• can turn even if there’s red light for the other vehicles

• if light or sign on right curb of right lane, must obey

when make left turn

accelerate smoothly during and after turn

left turn from 2 way onto 1 way

• start in far left lane

• end in any way if 3+ lanes in direction of travel

left turn 1 way to 2 way

start far left and end in left lane closest 2 middle of street going in ur direction

when can u turn left against a red light

when turning from one way to another one way

when can u make u turn

• across double yellow line

• in rez district if no approaching cars w.i 200 ft

• at intersection on green light or arrow

• on divided highway if center divider opening provided

when can u x make uturn

• at/on railroad crossing

• when x see clearly for 200 ft in both direction

• on one way st

• in front of a fire station (cant use their driveway)

• in business districts except @ intersection or on divided highway where opening has been provided

left turn from 2 way st

start in lane closest 2 middle and end in left lane closest 2 middle of st in direction of travel

left turn from 1 way to 1 way

start from far left and end in any lane if 3+ lanes in that direction

right turn 1 way 2 1 way

start in far right and if safe any lane

turn at t intersection from 1 way 2 2 way

through road has right of way

turn either right or left from center lane

how 2 brake

off accelerator and allow car to slow down and then lightly press brake

what speed u drive when enter highway

@ or near speed of traffic

should u stop when merging onto highway traffic

only when necc

when do u signal when exiting highway

5 secs/400 ft before

can u cross over solid lines when exiting highway

no

when entering traffic,,,

signal and leave large enough space 2 get up 2 speed of traffic

how much space needed to merge, enter, or exit traffic on city sts and highway

• half a block/150 ft on city

• full block/300 ft on highway

how far ahead should hill or curve be in order to safely pass

at least 1/3 of a mile

do not pass w/i ____ ft of intersection, bridge, tunnel, RR crossing, or other hazardous area

100

where should u not pass

• cant see if cars coming when approaching hill/curve

• w/i 100 ft of intersection, bridge, tunnel, RR crossing, or other hazardous area

• @ crossroads/driveways

when can u pass on right

• open highway has 2+ lanes going in ur direction

• driver ahead turning left + u can safely pass

• on one way st

maintain_______ and _____ when being passed

lane position and speed

how 2 // park

• look for space at least 3 ft longer than car and then signal

• pull up to car ahead and leave abt 2 ft in between. stop when rear bumper aligned to top of space

• check blind spots

• back in @ 45 degree angle

• turn steering wheel away from curb when rear wheel is w/i 2 ft away from curb

• turn off car and set parking brake

how 2 back up in straight line

1. observe traffic + check blind spots

2. signal b4 pulling up 2 curb and turn off when completed

3. check blind spots

4. back up for 3 vehicle lengths while remaining w/i 3 ft of curb

5. repeat 1 and 2 whe pulling away from curb

how to park when uphill

wheels toward street and let roll back a bit

how 2 park on hill w no curb

turn wheels 2 right

white curb

pick up and drop off ppl

yellow curb

load + unload passengers + freight

only stay for time posted

stay w car

can u park on marked or unmarked crosswalk

no

can u park on sidewalk or partially block it

no

can u park in front of driveway

no

u cannot park w/i ___ ft of a sidewalk ramp for disabled ppl

3

can u park in front of or on curb that provides wheelchair access 2 sidewalk

no

can u park on tunnel or bridge

no

how far away must u park from fire hydrant or fire station drivay

15+ ft

how far away must u park from an unmarked or marked crosswalk

20+ ft

how far away must u park from a crosswalk where curb extension is present

15+ ft

can u park btwn a safety zone and curb

no

ur car can be removed from the freeway if it has been stopped, parked, or left standing there for more than __ hrs

4

how 2 max fuel efficiency

drive @ steady speed, reg inflate tires, oil change, chceck filters, and get rid of extra weight in car

getting pulled over

• turn on right signal

• turn off radio

• stay in car

• roll down window after stopping

• everyone’s hands in clear view

providie when get pulled over

• license, proof of insurance, vehicle reg

when must u notify dmv after u sell a vehicle

w/i 5 days