California Permit Expiration?

(2012-02-06 15:25:07)

1. Stephanie Says: So I began the application for a driver's license on August 2011 and I took the written test and failed it the first time. So I decided to take it again 6 months later..which was beginning of this month. On my permit, it says it expires in August of 2012, which is exactly 6 months from now. I turn 18 in november so since i'm still a minor, i have to wait that half a year period before i can take the behind the wheel test. I was wondering if I started practicing and take the driving test 6 months from now in August and I fail, do I have to redo the whole process again and retake my written test?

2. ĸ a y Says: Yes, if you permit expires before you are able to pass the driving test then you will need to start again. This means resubmitting documents, paying the application fee, and taking the required tests.

However, you will be credited for the time you have held your instruction permit and receive cumulative credit towards your new permit to meet the six-month requirement before taking your driving test again.

You must keep the expired permit with your new instruction permit until you pass your driving test. The new instruction permit and the expired permit is the only proof of credit that satisfies the six-month requirement. When a new application is started, DMV does not retain the previous application information. If you lose your expired instruction permit, without the necessary proof of a previous application, the full six-month waiting period will be required before you will be allowed to take your driving test.

Bring both your instruction permits with you when you take your driving test.

3. ĸ a y Says: I was very nervous, but it was a piece of cake! Just make sure to keep 2-3 miles under the speed limit, check over your shoulder when you need to, and remain confident. My test only took about 10 minutes, and before I knew it I was done and had passed. You'll do just fine.