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Even if you're over the age of 18, you cannot drive alone with only a learner's permit. Until you have your regular license, you must bring a parent, guardian, spouse, or other adult who is at least 18 years old (25 if you're under 18) and has a valid license with you when you drive.

AAA does not carry the DMV's California Driver Handbook, but members can visit a branch for a free copy of Driving in California, which is published by AAA.

Driving without a license is illegal, and if you're caught driving with just a permit you could face a fine, an infraction on your driving record, and your vehicle may be impounded.

Once your teen turns 16 and they've held the provisional license for a minimum of six months, parents have to go with their teen to the DMV and sign (under perjury) a document indicating they've completed the state's minimum requirements. At this point, your teen can drive themselves to school alone.

The vertical driver license (portrait-style) has been adopted by most states to designate that the person may be under 21 years of age. This format was created to help better identify minors and prevent underage drinking.

A California issued REAL ID driver's license or identification card meets these new requirements and is marked with a gold bear and star. Applying for a REAL ID requires proofs of identity, California residency, and a trip to a DMV office.

Also, a helpful feature on a minor's identification is that there is a red strip that tells you when the minor will be 21. For example, ?age 21 in 2021?.