Liberty Driving School FAQ's
Q: How do I find a quality driving school and what questions do I ask?
A: Do not get discouraged by what the driving schools charge. Find out if they have patient instructors that are eager to teach. Ask if the instructor is licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles. It is important to know who you send your teenager with. The instructor should be well-trained at teaching all ages, with defensive driving and rules of the road taught. This includes seniors and the handicapped.
To find a quality driving school ask the following questions:
Yes, our school uses the full curriculum for the driver training. The school teaches every advanced skill to help you drive safely and effectively.
No, we don't just drive you around or park the car on some side street like others may do.
Our service includes all skills to help you become the driver you want to be (basic car control, proper turning, proper and safe lane changes, parallel parking, up/down hill parking, mountain driving, and freeways). The price varies because we have promotions throughout the year. There are provisional license requirements for anyone under the age of 18.
Q: How old do I have to be to enroll in the driver education classes?
A: You may enroll as early as 14 years and 11 months of age, or when you're a high school freshman.
Q: How do I obtain my learner's permit?
A: Once you've completed all sessions of driver education classes, you're tested for the permit.
Q: How old do I have to be to obtain my learner's permit?
A: You have to be at least 15 ½.
Q: If I'm 15 ½ and completed the classes, do I need anything else before acquiring my permit?
A: Yes. You have to be enrolled in the behind the wheel driver training (the school will provide you with the verification certificate).
Q: How long do I need to hold the possession of my learner's permit before I apply for the license?
A: For at least six months from the issued date.
Q: Do I need any additional driving practice time other than the required six hours?
A: Yes. You need to practice with a parent or legal guardian for at least 50 hours, based on the parent-teen hand book and the law that was established July 1, 1998.
Q: Do I need any night driving?
A: Yes. At least 10 hours of the practice must be done at night.
Q: Do I need to drive at night with my instructor?
A: No, but the school should give you at least one night time lesson.
Q: When I complete all the requirements, will I be given any verifications that I have met them?
A: Yes. After you have met the requirements the school should provide you with verification.
Q: Can I drive anyone after I get my license?
A: No. You can only transport passengers if they are 20 years of age or older.
Q: When I apply for my learner's permit, what do I need to take with me?
A: An application signed by your parents, $31 (cash, check, or money order), your social security number, birth certificate, the driver education (OL 237) certificate, and your behind the wheel enrollment certificate (OL 392) issued by the driving school.
Q: What type of test does the DMV require me to take to get my learner's permit?
A: A 46 question written test, and a vision test. You can miss eight on the written test to pass. If you miss more, you'll have to wait a week to retake the test.
Q: Is it possible to obtain a permit without taking a driver education class?
A: You may apply for a learner's permit at the age of 17 ½, but you will not be issued a license until you complete the driver education course, or turn 18.
Q: Is there a specific DMV office that I have to apply at for my permit?
A: No. You may use any DMV field office to obtain your learner's permit in the state of California.
Q: Can I drive with my permit out of the state?
A: Yes, as long as there is a person 25 years of age or older with you. This means you could drive anywhere, even a road trip to Vegas.
Q: Is there anything I can study to prepare for my test?
A: Yes. The California driver's handbook and the sources form your local driving school.
Q: When I obtain my learner's permit, is it legal for me to begin driving right away?
A: No. You have to wait until you have taken your first behind the wheel driving lesson with a professional driving instructor to have your permit validated.
Q: Do my parents always have to be with me when I drive?
A: Yes. There must always be a person with you that's 25 or older, with a valid California driver license.
Q: How long is my learner's permit good for?
A: One year from the issued date
Q: What if I have a learner's permit, but left it somewhere?
A: Every time you drive, you must have your learner's permit with you. Otherwise, you are driving without a valid California driver license or permit and can be ticketed.
Q: If I fail my learner's permit test, do I have to pay another $26?
A: NO. You'll get three attempts (waiting a week between tests).
Q: If I lose my learner's permit, will I have to pay for a new one?
A: No. The DMV will give you a copy free of charge.
Q: On the second page of my learner's permit there is a place for a signature. Who is supposed to sign it?
A: Your parents or legal guardian. They are required to give you 50 hours of practice (10 hours have to be done at night). They should sign the second page of your permit when this has been completed.
Q: Can I drive with my learner's permit after the dark?
A: Yes (with somebody 25 or older that has a valid license).
Q: When I'm driving with my learner's permit, does the licensed driver supervising me have any rules or restrictions?
A: Yes. The licensed occupant must be in the front seat of the car and be conscious. They also must be able to control the vehicle if you are unable to do so.