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CA Driver’s Handbook
American Sign Language (ASL) Video
PDF version: English
HTML version: English
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Commercial Driver’s Handbook
Motorcycle Handbook
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Parent-Teen Training Guide
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Senior Guide for Safe Driving
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Preparing for Your Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation
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Recreational Vehicles & Trailers Handbook
PDF version: English
Agent’s Handbook for Registration of Undocumented Vessels
HTML version: English
IRP Handbook
HTML version: English
Dismantler’s Handbook of Registration Procedures
HTML version: English
Commercial Requester Information Handbook
PDF version: English
Vehicle Industry Registration Procedures Handbook
HTML version: English
Driving Test Criteria
HTML Version: English
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Sample Tests
After studying the handbook, consider taking a practice test to see what you have learned. DMV offers commercial, non-commercial, and motorcycle sample tests (including 3 in ASL!).
Driver Guides
DMV also offers driver guides full of practical tips and guidance to help teens, seniors, commercial truck drivers, motorcyclists, and other groups to drive safely and follow the rules of the road.
Make an Appointment
If you are ready, schedule a time to take a drive test! Knowledge tests are walk-in only, but standard, commercial, and motorcycle drive tests may be scheduled.