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California Driver's License[edit]

A California Driver's License is an official document issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) that permits an individual to operate a motor vehicle on public roads in the state of California. It serves as both a driver's license and an identification card.

A sample of a vertical California Driver's License.

Types of Licenses[edit]

The California DMV issues several types of driver's licenses, each with specific requirements and privileges:

Class C License: This is the most common type of driver's license, allowing the holder to operate standard passenger vehicles and trucks.
Class M License: This license is for operating motorcycles and motorized bicycles.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL): Required for operating large or heavy vehicles, such as trucks and buses.

Obtaining a License[edit]

To obtain a California Driver's License, applicants must meet several requirements:

Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 16 years old to apply for a provisional license and 18 for a full license.
Written Test: A written knowledge test covering traffic laws and road signs must be passed.
Vision Test: Applicants must pass a vision test to ensure they can safely operate a vehicle.
Behind-the-Wheel Test: A practical driving test is required to demonstrate driving skills.

License Features[edit]

California Driver's Licenses include several security and identification features:

Photograph: A photo of the license holder is included for identification purposes.
Signature: The license holder's signature is displayed on the card.
Unique License Number: Each license has a unique number assigned to the holder.
Expiration Date: Licenses have an expiration date and must be renewed periodically.

Restrictions and Endorsements[edit]

Certain restrictions and endorsements may apply to California Driver's Licenses:

Provisional Restrictions: Drivers under 18 may have restrictions on driving hours and passenger limits.
Endorsements: Additional endorsements may be added for specific vehicle types, such as motorcycles or commercial vehicles.

Renewal and Replacement[edit]

Driver's licenses in California must be renewed every five years. The renewal process can often be completed online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office. If a license is lost or stolen, a replacement can be requested from the DMV.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''License''' is a legal instrument (usually by way of contract law, with or without printed material) governing the use or redistribution of software.
+== California Driver's License ==
-== Overview ==
+A '''California Driver's License''' is an official document issued by the [[California Department of Motor Vehicles]] (DMV) that permits an individual to operate a motor vehicle on public roads in the state of [[California]]. It serves as both a driver's license and an identification card.
-All software is copyright protected, except material in the public domain. Copyright law provides certain exclusive rights to the copyright holder, including the right to create copies or reproduce the work, and to sell those copies (including, typically, electronic copies). Software companies typically distribute their products under proprietary licenses.
-== Types of licenses ==
+[[File:Vertical_California_Drivers_License.jpg|thumb|right|A sample of a vertical California Driver's License.]]
-There are several types of software licenses:
-* '''[[Proprietary software|Proprietary licenses]]''' gives the licensee the right to use the software but ownership remains with the software publisher. The licensee is not allowed to modify or redistribute the software.
+== Types of Licenses ==
-* '''[[Free software|Free licenses]]''' grants the licensee the right to modify and redistribute the software. These licenses are also called open-source licenses.
+The California DMV issues several types of driver's licenses, each with specific requirements and privileges:
-* '''[[Shareware]]''' is a proprietary software that is provided to users on a limited basis and only for a certain evaluation period.
+* '''Class C License''': This is the most common type of driver's license, allowing the holder to operate standard passenger vehicles and trucks.
+* '''Class M License''': This license is for operating motorcycles and motorized bicycles.
+* '''Commercial Driver's License (CDL)''': Required for operating large or heavy vehicles, such as trucks and buses.
-* '''[[Freemium]]''' is a business model that offers both complimentary (free) and extra-cost (premium) services. It's a way to let users try the basic features of the software, with the hope that they will eventually pay for the premium features.
+== Obtaining a License ==
-== Licensing terms ==
+To obtain a California Driver's License, applicants must meet several requirements:
-Software licenses typically contain provisions which allocate liability and responsibility between the parties. In enterprise and commercial software transactions these terms often include limitations of liability, warranties and warranty disclaimers, and indemnity if the software infringes intellectual property rights of others.
-== See also ==
+* '''Age Requirement''': Applicants must be at least 16 years old to apply for a provisional license and 18 for a full license.
-* [[Copyright]]
+* '''Written Test''': A written knowledge test covering traffic laws and road signs must be passed.
-* [[Intellectual property]]
+* '''Vision Test''': Applicants must pass a vision test to ensure they can safely operate a vehicle.
-* [[Software licensing]]
+* '''Behind-the-Wheel Test''': A practical driving test is required to demonstrate driving skills.
-* [[Open-source license]]
-* [[Proprietary software]]
-[[Category:Software licenses]]
+== License Features ==
-[[Category:Copyright law]]
-[[Category:Intellectual property law]]
-{{stub}}
+California Driver's Licenses include several security and identification features:
+* '''Photograph''': A photo of the license holder is included for identification purposes.
+* '''Signature''': The license holder's signature is displayed on the card.
+* '''Unique License Number''': Each license has a unique number assigned to the holder.
+* '''Expiration Date''': Licenses have an expiration date and must be renewed periodically.
+== Restrictions and Endorsements ==
+Certain restrictions and endorsements may apply to California Driver's Licenses:
+* '''Provisional Restrictions''': Drivers under 18 may have restrictions on driving hours and passenger limits.
+* '''Endorsements''': Additional endorsements may be added for specific vehicle types, such as motorcycles or commercial vehicles.
+== Renewal and Replacement ==
+Driver's licenses in California must be renewed every five years. The renewal process can often be completed online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office. If a license is lost or stolen, a replacement can be requested from the DMV.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[California Department of Motor Vehicles]]
+* [[Traffic laws in California]]
+* [[Motor vehicle registration in the United States]]
+[[Category:California]]
+[[Category:Driver's licenses]]