

Passing it successfully, you will get a provisional DL. Once you complete the required behind-the-wheel practice and turn 16, you’ll be allowed to take a road exam. The permit enables you to practice driving when accompanied by a licensed driver of at least 18 years of age (if you are under 18, the accompanying driver have to be 25 years or older).

If you are over 18, you still need to be learning the CA permit test to earn an instruction permit. If you are 17 years and 6 months old, you can move on to the tests without completing a driver’s education/training program. This requires completing an approved driver education/driver training course and then passing the vision and knowledge tests.

In California, minors who are over 15 years and 6 months, but younger than 18, can start their way to receiving a Class C driver’s license by applying for an instruction permit. Earning Driver’s Licenses and Permits in California
