I am formerly incarcerated and want to get a CA Driver License. How do I apply?

Below are 3 charts that explain detailed steps for getting your California driver license after your release. Go to the chart appropriate for your situation:(A) “I’ve never had a driver license, but I want one;” (B) “I used to have a driver license, but it expired;” or (C) “I used to have a driver license, but it’s from another state.

I NEED A DRIVER LICENSE

(A) I’VE NEVER HAD A DRIVER LICENSE . . .

…BUT I WANT ONE

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO DRIVE LEGALLY?

New driver

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one.)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is: (1) your 9-digit SSN. (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38 first), and (2) proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card — but not credit card. You can’t reduce this fee.Prepare for the written (or audio) traffic test.Review the California Driver Handbook, which is available for free at any DMV office, or online at https://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl600.pdf. The Handbook is available in print and audio forms, and has been translated into several different languages.[92]Take a free optional driving knowledge tutorial at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/flash/flash_intro.htm.Take a sample test. You can ask for a free sample test at your DMV office, or can find one online at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/exam.htm.[93]Make an appointment to take the written (or audio) traffic testBy phone at 1-800-777-0133, or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov). The DMV doesn’t give tests after 4:30 p.m., so be sure to schedule an appointment early enough to give you time to wait in line, fill out papers, and take the test.[94]If you want to take an audio version of the test or have an examiner read the questions to you, the DMV should accommodate this request. The written version is offered in 32 languages. The audio version is offered in 12 languages.[95] Pass written/audio traffic test.If you don’t pass: you must wait until the next day to retake it. Over the next 12 months, you can take it again for free up to 2 more times. After that, you must pay to take it again.[96]If you pass: the DMV will issue you a permit that you must have on when you practice driving with a licensed driver.Prepare for the behind-the-wheel road test.Have a licensed adult driver in the car with you while you practice driving. You’ll want to practice starting the vehicle, moving forward, stopping, turning, backing up, changing lanes, driving on the freeway, parking, and using defensive driving techniques.[97] NOTE: Until you pass your road test, it’s illegal for you to drive without a licensed driver in the vehicle with you.Book an appointment to take the behind-the-wheel road test.By phone (1-800-777-0133), or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov/foa/welcome.do?localeName=en). The DMV does not have cars for you to drive — you must bring one that is safe to drive and has a valid registration card. If you plan on driving to your appointment, remember to go with an adult licensed driver.Bring proof of insurance to the DMV for the car you plan to drive.[98] You must have proof the car is properly insured.[99] Take the behind-the-wheel road testIF YOU PASS: you’ll get a temporary California driver license to use until your official photo license arrives by mail. The temporary license is valid for 60 days. If your photo license doesn’t arrive within 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check the status of your license. When you call, have your temporary license available to provide information. IF YOU DON’T PASS: keep practicing and make an appointment to take another driving test. Within 12 months after getting your permit, you can take the test up to 2 more times for $6 each time. After that, you must restart all the steps, including submitting a new application form, taking the written (or audio) test and the road test.[100]

I NEED A DRIVER LICENSE

(B) I USED TO HAVE A DRIVER LICENSE, BUT IT EXPIRED.

TIME SINCE D.L. EXPIRED

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO DRIVE LEGALLY?

I used to have a driver license, and it expired less than 6 months ago.

Find a DMV office near you (go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit SSN.[101] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38)Proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[102] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card — but not credit card.[103] There is no option to reduce this fee.

I used to have a driver license, and it expired more than 6 months ago, but less than 4 years ago.

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit SSN.[104] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38)Proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[105] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card—but not credit card.[106] There is no option to reduce this fee.Prepare for the written (or audio) traffic test.Review the California Driver Handbook, which is available for free at any DMV office, or online at https://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl600.pdf. The Handbook is available in print and audio forms, and has been translated into several different languages.[107]Take a free optional driving knowledge tutorial at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/flash/flash_intro.htm.Take a sample test. You can ask for a free sample test at your DMV office, or can find one online at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/exam.htm.[108]Make an appointment to take the written (or audio) traffic testBy phone at 1-800-777-0133, or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov). The DMV doesn’t give test after 4:30 PM, so be sure to schedule an appointment early enough to give you time to wait in line, fill out papers, and take the test.[109]If you want to take an audio version of the test or have an examiner read the questions to you, the DMV should accommodate this. The written version is offered in 32 languages.[110] The audio version is offered in 12 languages.[111] Pass written/audio traffic test.If you don’t pass: you must wait until the next day to retake it. Over the next 12 months, you can take it again for free up to 2 more times. After that, you must pay to take it again.[112]

I used to have a driver license, and it expired more than 4 years ago.

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. Citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit SSN.[113] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38)Proof of Birth Date and Legal Presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[114] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card—but not credit card.[115] There is no option to reduce this fee.Prepare for the written (or audio) traffic test.Review the California Driver Handbook, which is available for free at any DMV office, or online at https://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl600.pdf. The Handbook is available in print and audio forms, and has been translated into several different languages.[116]Take a free optional driving knowledge tutorial at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/flash/flash_intro.htm.Take a sample test. You can ask for a free sample test at your DMV office, or can find one online at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/exam.htm.[117]Make an appointment to take the written (or audio) traffic test.By phone at 1-800-777-0133, or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov).The DMV doesn’t give test after 4:30 PM, so be sure to schedule an appointment early enough to give you time to wait in line, fill out papers, and take the test.[118]If you want to take an audio version of the test or have an examiner read the questions to you, the DMV should accommodate this request. The written version is offered in 32 languages. The audio version is offered in 12 languages.[119]Pass written/audio traffic test.If you don’t pass: you must wait until the next day to retake it. Over the next 12 months, you can take it again for free up to 2 more times. After that, you must pay to take it again.[120]If you pass: the DMV will issue you a permit that you must have on when you practice driving with a licensed driver.Prepare for the behind-the-wheel road test.Have a licensed adult driver in the car with you while you practice driving. You’ll want to practice starting the vehicle, moving forward, stopping, turning, backing up, changing lanes, driving on the freeway, parking, and using defensive driving techniques.[121]NOTE: Until you pass your road test, it’s illegal for you to drive without a licensed driver in the vehicle with you.Book an appointment to take the behind-the-wheel road test.By phone (1-800-777-0133), or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov/foa/welcome.do?localeName=en). The DMV does not have cars for you to drive—you must bring one that is safe to drive and has a valid registration card. If you plan on driving to your appointment, remember to go with an adult licensed driver.Arrange to bring proof of insurance to the DMV for the car you plan on driving.[122] You must have proof the car is properly insured.[123]Take the behind-the-wheel road test.IF YOU PASS: you’ll get a temporary California driver license to use until your official photo license arrives by mail. The temporary license is valid for 60 days. If your photo license doesn’t arrive in the mail within 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check the status of your license. When you call, have your temporary license available to provide information. IF YOU DON’T PASS: keep practicing and make an appointment to take another driving test. Within 12 months after getting your permit, you can take the test up to 2 more times for $6 each time. After that, you must restart all the steps, including submitting a new application form, taking the written (or audio) test, and then taking the road test.[124]

I NEED A DRIVER LICENSE

(C) I USED TO HAVE A DRIVER LICENSE, BUT IT’S FROM ANOTHER STATE

TIME SINCE D.L. EXPIRED

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO DRIVE LEGALLY?

Hasn’t expired — still valid

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit SSN.[125] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38)Proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[126] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card—but not credit card.[127] There is no option to reduce this fee.

Expired more than 6 months ago, but less than 4 years ago

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit Social Security number.[128] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38 first)Proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[129] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card—but not credit card.[130] There is no option to reduce this fee.Prepare for the written (or audio) traffic test.Review the California Driver Handbook, which is available for free at any DMV office, or online at https://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl600.pdf. The Handbook is available in print and audio forms, and has been translated into several different languages.[131]Take a free optional driving knowledge tutorial at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/flash/flash_intro.htm.Take a sample test. You can ask for a free sample test at your DMV office, or can find one online at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/exam.htm.[132]Make an appointment to take the written (or audio) traffic test:By phone at 1-800-777-0133, or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov). The DMV doesn’t give test after 4:30 PM, so be sure to schedule an appointment early enough to give you time to wait in line, fill out papers, and take the test.[133]If you want to take an audio version of the test or have an examiner read the questions to you, the DMV should accommodate this request. The written version is offered in 32 languages.[134]The audio version is offered in 12 languages.[135] Pass written/audio traffic test.If you don’t pass: you must wait until the next day to retake it. Over the next 12 months, you can take it again for free up to 2 more times. After that, you must pay to take it again.[136]

Expired more than 4 years ago

Find a DMV office near you. (Go to http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/fo/offices/locator/locator.htm to locate one)Prepare the information and documents you need to bring to the DMV. For U.S. citizens and those legally present in the U.S. this information is:Your 9-digit SSN.[137] (If you don’t have/don’t know it, follow the instructions on PG. 38 first)Proof of birth date and legal presence. (See PG. 46 to find out how)Submit Driver License Application to DMV.Present the documents and information listed above, along with an accurate mailing address that will be good for at least 60 days.Give a thumbprint; get your photo taken; pass a vision test.[138] PAY THE FEE OF $33. You may pay by cash, check, money order, or debit card—but not credit card.[139] There is no option to reduce this fee.Prepare for the written (or audio) traffic test.Review the California Driver Handbook, which is available for free at any DMV office, or online at https://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl600.pdf. The Handbook is available in print and audio forms, and has been translated into several different languages.[140]Take a free optional driving knowledge tutorial at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/flash/flash_intro.htm.Take a sample test. You can ask for a free sample test at your DMV office, or can find one online at www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/interactive/tdrive/exam.htm.[141]Make an appointment to take the written (or audio) traffic testBy phone at 1-800-777-0133, or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov). The DMV doesn’t give test after 4:30 PM, so be sure to schedule an appointment early enough to give you time to wait in line, fill out papers, and take the test.[142]If you want to take an audio version of the test or have an examiner read the questions to you, the DMV should accommodate your request. The written version is offered in 32 languages.[143] The audio version is offered in 12 languages.[144] Pass written/audio traffic test.If you don’t pass: you must wait until the next day to retake it. Over the next 12 months, you can take it again for free up to 2 more times. After that, you must pay to take it again.[145]If you pass: the DMV will issue a permit that you must have when you practice driving with a licensed driver.Prepare for the behind-the-wheel road test.Have a licensed adult driver in the car with you while you practice driving. You’ll want to practice starting the vehicle, moving forward, stopping, turning, backing up, changing lanes, driving on the freeway, parking, and using defensive driving techniques.[146] NOTE: Until you pass the road test, it’s illegal for you to drive without a licensed driver with you.[147]Book an appointment to take the behind-the-wheel road test.By phone (1-800-777-0133), or online (http://www.dmv.ca.gov/foa/welcome.do?localeName=en). The DMV does not have cars for you to drive — you must bring one that is safe to drive and has a valid registration card. If you plan on driving to your appointment, remember to go with an adult licensed driver.You must bring proof of proper insurance to the DMV for the car you plan on driving.[148]Take the behind-the-wheel road testIF YOU PASS: You’ll get a temporary driver license to use until your official photo license arrives by mail. The temporary license is valid for 60 days.[149] If your photo license doesn’t arrive in the mail within 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check the status. When you call, have your temporary license available.IF YOU DON’T PASS: Keep practicing and make an appointment to take another driving test. Within 12 months after getting your permit, you can take the test up to 2 more times ($6 each time). After that, you must restart all the steps: submitting a new application, taking a written (or audio) test, and taking a road test.[150]
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    If you’re borrowing this car from a friend or family member, make sure that either (1) the car’s insurance policy has you listed as a regular driver, or (2) the insurance policy allows for “permissive users.” (Most car insurance policies allow for permissive users, which means that if the car owner gives you permission to drive the car, the insurance company will cover any damage to the car.) ↑

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    To learn more about what the test involves and how to prepare for it, visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/cdl_htm/sec13.htm or http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/fast_facts/ffdl22.htm ↑

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    The DMV offers the audio traffic test in Armenian, Chinese/Mandarin, Hindi, Hmong, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese. What other languages is the written or audio test available in?, DMV, http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#languages. ↑

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    How to apply for a permit if you are under 18, DMV, http://www.dmv.ca.gov/teenweb/permit_btn1/apply.htm. ↑

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    To learn more about what the test involves and how to prepare for it, visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/cdl_htm/sec13.htm or http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/fast_facts/ffdl22.htm. ↑

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    If you’re borrowing this car from a friend or family member, make sure that either (1) the car’s insurance policy has you listed as a regular driver, or (2) the insurance policy allows for “permissive users.” (Most car insurance policies allow for permissive users, which means that if the car owner gives you permission to drive the car, the insurance company will cover any damage to the car.) ↑

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