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California DMV
Practice Test 2026

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46
Questions on exam
~83%
To pass
38
Correct answers

CA · Handbook data

Key California rules at a glance

Extracted directly from the official DMV handbook. Values left blank aren't explicitly stated in the handbook.

Adult BAC limit
0.08%
Under-21 BAC limit
0.01%
Commercial (CDL) BAC limit
0.04%
Point system
4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, or 8 points in 36 months = possible suspension as negligent operator
Teen curfew
11 p.m. to 5 a.m. during the first 12 months of license
Teen passenger limit
no passengers under 20 years old during first 12 months unless parent/guardian or 25+ licensed driver present
Cell phone (teen)
Minors cannot use cell phone or electronic wireless device (even hands-free) while driving
Cell phone (adult)
Driving with handheld cell phone illegal; hands-free only; only single swipe/touch on mounted phone allowed
Right turn on red
allowed after complete stop unless 'No Turn on Red' sign; not allowed at red arrow
Move-over law
yes - move over and slow down for stationary emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and Caltrans vehicles with flashing lights
Open container
prohibited - container must be sealed and unopened; if open must be in trunk; illegal in glove box
Child seat
Under 2 yrs (and <40 lbs and <3 ft 4 in): rear-facing; under 8 yrs or under 4 ft 9 in: child restraint in rear seat; 8+ or >=4'9": seat belt

Notable California-specific rules

  • Provisional license carries word 'provisional'
  • BAC 0.01 if on DUI probation regardless of age
  • BAC 0.04 if driving passenger for hire
  • DUI of any kind can revoke driving privilege for one year if BAC 0.01+ (under 21)

Section 2 Driver's Licenses (pp.2-4 minor restrictions), Section 9 Alcohol and Drugs (BAC pp.39-41), Section 6 Safety (seat belts, child restraints), Section 7 Distracted Driving, Right Turn Against Red Light

About the California DMV test

The California DMV written knowledge test has 46 questions. You need to answer 38 correctly (~83%) to pass and get your CA driver's license or learner's permit.

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California DMV test FAQ

CA-specific

California 不同類型駕駛人的法定血液酒精濃度(BAC)上限是多少?

在 California,BAC 上限為:一般成年駕駛人0.08%、商用車輛駕駛人0.04%、未滿21歲駕駛人0.01%(零容忍法)。

CA-specific

在 California 累積多少記點會被吊銷駕照?什麼算一點?

在 California,12個月內累積4點會吊銷臨時駕照(青少年駕駛人),12個月內累積5點會吊銷成年人駕照。每次行車違規加2點,重大違規(危險駕駛、肇事逃逸)計3點。

CA-specific

California 臨時駕照在前12個月有哪些限制?

16-17歲的 California 臨時駕照持有人必須遵守晚上11點到早上5點的宵禁,不能搭載未滿20歲的乘客(直系親屬除外),且開車時禁止使用任何無線裝置,包括免持聽筒。

How many questions are on the California DMV test?

The California DMV written test has 46 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, and state-specific rules.

What score do I need to pass the CA DMV test?

You need to answer 38 questions correctly, which is ~83%. Our practice tests match this exact format.

Is the California DMV practice test free?

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How accurate are these California practice questions?

Our questions are based on the official California Driver Handbook, public question banks, and common DMV test patterns. We cross-verify with AI and human review.

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