Defensive Driving SchoolFAQ's
Can you tell me if Defensive Driving School is a certified driving school in California?
Although Defensive Driving School is listed on our list of driving schools in your area, we are unable to say with certainty as to whether they are currently licensed to teach hands-on driving courses in California. We recommend either calling Defensive Driving School directly or the California DMV to find out whether or not Defensive Driving School offers behind-the-wheel training courses that are state-approved.
Could I just have my mother or father teach me how to drive instead of paying money to attend a professional driver training course?
It depends on which state you live in. There are some states which allow you to do your hands-on driver training with a parent or guardian instead of attending a professional driving school. However many states require that first-time drivers take a professionally-taught behind-the-wheel training course. We recommend that you ask your state's DMV office to find out if your parent or guardian can fill the role as your behind-the-wheel driving instructor.
What if I don't know how to operate a manual-shift automobile? Does Defensive Driving School have automatic-shift vehicles that I can drive when I do my driver training?
If you're taking a Sacramento California driver training class, chances are you don't know how to drive ANY vehicle yet-- manual or automatic. However, if you prefer an automatic vehicle then you should tell Defensive Driving School that prior to registering for the course in order to make sure they can accommodate you.
I live in a small rural community, where there are a lot of small, unpaved roads. Will my behind-the-wheel training with Defensive Driving School include being taught how to drive in rural areas? Or do they just offer training for city driving?
Most local driving schools will likely want their students to know how to drive safely in the local area. Therefore, chances are good that the driver training you receive from Defensive Driving School will include handling unpaved roads and mountain driving.
I'm turning 14 in a few months. Can I get a learner's permit to drive in California after my 14th birthday?
Most likely, no. Most states (though not all) have laws which require that you be at least 15 or 15 1/2 before to be eligible to apply for an instruction permit. Nevertheless, you may wish to contact the California DMV office or a California-certified driving school such as Defensive Driving School to find out for certain what the minimum driving age is in your local area.
Do I have to take both a defensive driving classroom course and a behind-the-wheel training course in Sacramento California to get my California driver's license?
The laws vary depending on which state you live in, but most states do require that pre-licensed drivers enroll in a defensive driving classroom course and a driver training course. You may want to call a driving instruction company like Defensive Driving School and find out if they offer either (or both) of these programs.
California law says that I must sign up to take a driver training course in order to get licensed to drive in Sacramento California. Is this something that Defensive Driving School can help me with?
Yes, Defensive Driving School offers the California-approved behind-the-wheel training course. For more information about their classes and instruction schedule, please contact Defensive Driving School directly.
Exactly what type of driver education do I need in Sacramento California before I can get my California driver's license?
The prerequisites for getting a driver's licenses vary from state to state, however most states now require teen-agers who are looking to get their first driver's license to enroll in a safe driving classroom course as well as a behind-the-wheel training course. We suggest that you contact a local driver training company such as Defensive Driving School and ask if they offer a California-approved behind-the-wheel training course which would satisfy California's driver's education requirements.
Do I have to take a Sacramento California behind-the-wheel training course in order to get a driver's license?
Yes. All drivers in California must successfully complete an approved behind-the-wheel training course in order to receive a driver's license. Please contact Defensive Driving School for information on the types of driver training courses they offer in Sacramento California.
Can I sign up to take a California behind-the-wheel training course prior to having my California learners permit?
Most states require pre-licensed drivers to hold a learners permit before being permitted to sign up to take a driver training course. You should contact a driving school like Defensive Driving School and ask for more information.