What is the status of driving on California highways?
Driving is a privilege, not a right.
Can the DMV or courts revoke or suspend driving privileges?
Yes, they can revoke or suspend driving privileges.
What is unlawful regarding driving without a license?
No person shall drive a motor vehicle unless he or she holds a valid driver’s license.
What does Vehicle Code section 12801.5, subdivision (f) state about detaining unlicensed drivers?
It is illegal to detain or arrest a person solely on the belief that they are unlicensed, unless they are under 16.
What are the exemptions from needing a driver’s license under Veh. Code, § 12501?
Exemptions include:
* Employees of the U.S. operating government vehicles
* Persons operating implements of husbandry
* Persons driving off-highway vehicles under specific conditions
What are the classifications for driver’s licenses as per Veh. Code, § 12804.9?
Classes are A, B, C, and M.
What does Class A driver’s license permit?
Class A permits:
* Any combination of vehicles with a towed vehicle over 10,000 lbs
* Towing more than one vehicle
* Any trailer bus
* Operation of vehicles under class B and C
What does Class B driver’s license permit?
Class B permits:
* Single vehicle over 26,000 lbs
* Single vehicle with three or more axles
* Any bus except trailer bus
* Farm labor vehicles
What does Class C driver’s license permit?
Class C permits:
* 2-axle vehicles under 26,000 lbs
* 2-axle vehicles over 4,000 lbs towing trailers under 9,000 lbs
* House cars 40 feet or less
* 3-axle vehicles under 6,000 lbs
What is the difference between Class M1 and Class M2 licenses?
Class M1 covers two-wheel motorcycles; Class M2 covers motorized bicycles, mopeds, and bicycles with attached motors.
What is required regarding a driver’s license while driving according to Veh. Code, § 12951?
The licensee must have a valid driver’s license in immediate possession.
What must a licensee do within 10 days of a change of address?
Notify the DMV and update the driver’s license with the new address.
Is it legal to drive with a suspended or revoked license?
No, it is illegal to drive when the privilege is suspended or revoked, except for emergency medical services.
What happens if a person is found driving with a suspended license?
The driver may be arrested and the vehicle impounded for 30 days.
What does Vehicle Code, § 14607.6 allow regarding vehicle forfeiture?
It allows impoundment and forfeiture under certain conditions if driven by someone with a suspended or revoked license.
What is prohibited under Veh. Code, § 14603?
Operating a vehicle in violation of the provisions of a restricted license.
What does Veh. Code, § 14604 state about unlicensed drivers?
No vehicle owner may knowingly allow another person to drive without confirming they have a valid driver’s license.
What is the consequence for permitting an unlicensed minor to drive?
It is prohibited to allow a child or ward under 18 years to drive unless they possess a valid license.
