Getting my driver's license in SC?
 

Well, I just applied for SSN, so the next step is to get a DL. I don't really know the process or what I should do, and I'm kind of nervous to call the dmv and just sound like a complete idiot and embarrass myself. From what I understand, before I can get the actual DL, I need to get a beginner's permit, is that correct? (I'm 19 years old, but I've never had a DL). For the beginner's permit, is all I need to pass a written exam and vision test, or do I need to actually drive and prove myself?

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In California, you take vision and written test. If you don't pass the vision test, they will give you a form to take it to your eye doctor so they can sign off and basically assure them that you can drive with corrected vision. You might need to get correction lenses. The written test is about 36 multiple choice questions that come from the DMV handbook. You need to miss 7 max in order to pass. Once you pass, they will give you the permit. The permit is to be used while under the supervision of a licensed driver, 25 years or older. Once you feel confident, you can schedule your driving test. The examiner will ask you about the car, where things are(emergency flashers, horn, hand signals etc) The examiner will then take you around the neighborhood through a defined course with stop signs, left turns, parallel parking etc. If you pass, they will print you a paper license. You should receive your card license within 2 weeks.

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how long did it take for you to get your license

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am going to take my test tuesday

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Process of obtaining a driver's license should be on the states DMV site.

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Ok thanks

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Hey I'm in SC, my sister was given a permit for 2 months and she can try for her license.

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i got my permit yesturday and taking my test on tuesday

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How did she do that?! on the SC DMV site, it says you must hold the Beginner's Permit for 180 days before you can apply for a driver's license?

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only if your younger than 18

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I'm on their website right now, it says you still need to hold for 180 days?

"If you are at least 17 years old and have held a beginner’s permit for
180 days, you are eligible for a regular SC driver’s license"

and, "Regardless of your age, if you have never been licensed or do not
have proof of past driving experience, you must hold your beginner’s
permit for 180 days before being eligible for a driver’s license."

Here is the link. "http://www.scdmvonline.com/DMVNew/forms/introduction.pdf"

Are you sure your sister can get the driver's license after just 2 months?

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oh ok

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does your sister have her license or just the permit?

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I thought the same thing because their website says 6 months but they gave her a permit for only 2 and apparently after that she can get a license

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she only has her id shes going to get her permit

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She's got a drivers permit

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so each state is different here in cali you can do your test the same day if they have a free spot if not you wait like 2 or 3 days

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Yeah I wish it was like that here

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do you have your license

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Permit was one day and license the following week since you have to make an appointment. This is in Cali

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i took my written test on friday but there not opening monday so i have it tuesday

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Just make sure you are familiar with area around the DMV. They might take you in the freeway. They took me in.

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yes i know the area plus i been driving for 6years what dmv did you go to

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No I don't

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did you get approved

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Compton

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all be taking the test in fullerton

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Now they are giving 2 year licenses...

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No I'm still waiting for some good news

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Hope you get approved soon