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Is there a new law about getting your permit? I heard I have to wait untill I'm 18??

Brandon's Question: My friend told me I can't get my permit until I'm 18 cause the law changed. Is that true?

Brandon, I hate to say it, but I think it's time you got a new friend because he/she has no idea what they are talking about. Under current California state law, you are allowed to earn your learner's permit at the age of 15½ and then become a licensed driver at the age of 16 if you complete DMV licensing requirements.

So I repeat - you can go to the DMV at the age of 15½, after you've completed drivers ed, and take your written permit test. When you are 16 years old, and if you meet DMV requirements, you can take your drive test to earn your driver license. When or if this law were to change, I will be the first person to scream it from a mountain top (or a fairly high hill at the very least).

Hope that helps.

Until next time, think hard, speak clearly, and don't drive on the sidewalk,

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