Garfield Driving SchoolFAQ's
Are all the driving schools listed on your website fully-certified by the California DMV to offer driver training courses in California?
The driving school directory on our website is for your convenience only, and we cannot absolutely guarantee that every driving school listed is currently accredited to offer driving training courses in California. We suggest you contact the California DMV to make sure a particular driving school is licensed before you sign up to take their driver training course.
Somebody told me that I can skip out of attending a driver training school if my parents give me behind-the-wheel training instead. Is that permissible in California?
Each state has its own rules regarding driver training. Some states will allow parentally-supervised behind-the-wheel training as a substitute for enrolling in a driver training course which is taught by a professional driving instructor. However, not all states allow this. You should contact the California DMV to find out for sure.
What if I don't know how to drive a vehicle with a stick-shift? Does Garfield Driving School have an automatic-shift vehicle they'll allow me train with?
Since you're just learning how to drive, you probably don't know how to operate either a stick-shift or an automatic-shift vehicle! However, if you have a preference as to a stick or an automatic, you probably should call Garfield Driving School to see if they can accommodate your request prior to your signing up to take their driver training course.
What happens to those of us who live in a remote area? Will Garfield Driving School include instruction on how to drive on dirt roads, mountain roads, and other rugged?
If you live in a rural location, there is a high probability that a local driving school like Garfield Driving School will either want--or even be required--to tailor their instruction towards driving safely in your particular area.
Can I get my California learner's permit once I turn 14?
Most likely, no. Most states have set the youngest age to obtain a learner's permit at 15 or 15½. You may want to contact the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a certified driving instruction school like Garfield Driving School to learn more about the minimum age requirement in California.
I live in BELL GARDENS California. Does the law say I have to successfully complete both a drivers education classroom or online course and a driver training course in order to be fully-licensed here?
Each state has its own laws in regards to licensing procedures. However, most states do mandate that new, teen-aged drivers take both a behind-the-wheel training course plus either a drivers education online course or drivers education classroom course .
Does Garfield Driving School provide a hands-on driver training course like the one that is required by the State of California? I need to sign up for one in order to obtain my driver license.
Garfield Driving School offers hands-on driver training courses which are approved by the California DMV. You may want to contact Garfield Driving School directly for more information about their courses and how to go about signing up for one.
What are the requirements in BELL GARDENS California for obtaining a drivers license?
It depends on your state's laws, however in many states, teen-agers must complete both a safe driving classroom course and a behind-the-wheel training course. Garfield Driving School may offer an approved driver training course which you could take. Please contact Garfield Driving School for information regarding their available classes and how to go about registering for them.
Is hands-on driver training required in California in order to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle?
Absolutely. All new drivers in California must register for an approved driver training course before they can get a license to independently drive a motor vehicle.
Is it all right if I register with a driver training school like Garfield Driving School prior to my obtaining my learner's permit?
In most states, you are required to have already received your learner's permit before you register for your driver training course like the one offered by Garfield Driving School. We suggest you contact either Garfield Driving School to find out more information.