Continue your preparation with this second free test, which emphasizes common driving situations and traffic signals. The exam presents 30 questions selected from a pool of 50, and you must score at least 23 to pass. Use this practice session to identify areas where you need more study before the real exam.
California License Renewal and Duplicates
California driver’s licenses must be renewed every five years. Renewal can often be completed online, by mail, or in person, though those 70 and older must renew in person and take a vision test.
If your license is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can apply for a duplicate online or at a DMV office. You will need to provide proof of your identity and pay a replacement fee.
California uses a Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS), which assigns points to your driving record for violations and at-fault collisions. Most common violations, like speeding, are one-point violations, while serious offenses like DUIs are two-point violations.
Accumulating too many points can lead to a license suspension. You may be suspended for six months if you get 4 points in 12 months, 6 points in 24 months, or 8 points in 36 months.