MJP –
Californians who are 70 and older will soon no longer be required to take the written driver test, according to an announcement from the state’s Department of motor vehicles.
I was wondering when this shift for Californians aged 70 and up started.
Beginning on October 1, drivers who are 70 years old or older and whose licenses are valid until 2024 or later will not be required to take the written knowledge exam.
Although this is not a mandatory modification, it is part of the DMV’s new policy.
Office visits will be made more efficient with the DMV’s effort. Executive Director Steve Gordon of the Department of Motor Vehicles stated, “If thousands fewer people need to visit the DMV, or can spend less time in an office, the people who need to take care of their business in one of our offices can be better served.”
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To reiterate, the written test is still mandatory for drivers with a record of infractions.
Drivers renewing their licenses who are 70 years of age or older are still required to attend an office to get their eyes checked and have a new photo taken.
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