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Texas
Min age 16+ · 6 process
In Texas, driver's licenses are issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) — through its Driver Lic…
California
Min age 16+ · 6 process
In California, driver's licenses are issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (CA DMV). The stand…
Florida
Min age 16+ · 12 months minimum for applicants under 18 (mandatory permit holding). Adults 18+ can complete the process in 1 process
In Florida, driver's licenses are issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSM…
New York
Min age 17+ · 6 process
In New York State, driver's licenses are issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV). N…
Illinois
Min age 16+ · 12+ months for applicants under 18 (driver's ed + 9-month permit holding period). Adults 18+ can complete the process in 1 process
In Illinois, driver's licenses are issued by the Illinois Secretary of State (often referred to as "Cyber Driv…
Washington
Min age 16+ · 6 process
In Washington State, driver's licenses are issued by the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) — not …
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