California Permit Practice Test 5 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

If someone is injured or killed in a collision, you must report it to law enforcement within:

1. 10 days
2. 24 hours
3. 7 days

Question 2 of 20

How long does a DUI conviction stay on your California driving record?

1. 3 years
2. 5 years
3. 10 years

Question 3 of 20

If an officer asks you to take a blood or urine test because they think you are under the influence and you refuse:

1. Nothing happens if you pass a field sobriety test
2. DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege for one year
3. You only receive a written warning

Question 4 of 20

A collision must be reported to DMV if it caused property damage of:

1. More than $500
2. More than $1,000
3. More than $5,000

Question 5 of 20

After a DUI conviction, you may be required to install which device on your vehicle?

1. A dashboard camera
2. An ignition interlock device (IID)
3. A speed limiter

Question 6 of 20

What is the BAC limit when you are driving a passenger for hire (for example, as a taxi driver)?

1. 0.08% or higher
2. 0.10% or higher
3. 0.04% or higher

Question 7 of 20

Within how many days must you report a collision to DMV (form SR 1) when someone was injured or there was more than $1,000 in damage?

1. 10 days
2. 30 days
3. 60 days

Question 8 of 20

A driver under 21 is breaking the law if their BAC is:

1. 0.01% or higher
2. 0.05% or higher
3. 0.08% or higher

Question 9 of 20

A blind pedestrian with a white cane is waiting at the corner. What should you NOT do?

1. Honk your horn at them
2. Stop before the crosswalk
3. Wait until they finish crossing

Question 10 of 20

Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit on most California highways?

1. 65 mph
2. 55 mph
3. 70 mph

Question 11 of 20

If you are 21 or older, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:

1. 0.05% or higher
2. 0.08% or higher
3. 0.10% or higher

Question 12 of 20

During a traffic stop in California, a local police officer asks about your immigration status. What does the handbook say?

1. State and local officers are prohibited from asking; you can decline to answer
2. You must answer or you will be cited
3. Only passengers must answer

Question 13 of 20

You see a vehicle's emergency flashers ahead. What should you do?

1. Speed up to get past quickly
2. Stop in your lane
3. Slow down and pass carefully

Question 14 of 20

How must a child under 2 years old, under 40 pounds, and under 3 feet 4 inches tall ride?

1. In the front seat with a seat belt
2. In a booster seat facing forward
3. In a rear-facing child passenger restraint system

Question 15 of 20

Who may park at a blue painted curb?

1. Anyone, for up to one hour
2. Delivery vehicles
3. A disabled person, or someone driving a disabled person, with a special placard or license plate

Question 16 of 20

A 6-year-old child who is 4 feet tall must ride:

1. In a child passenger restraint system in a rear seat
2. In the front seat with an adult seat belt
3. In any seat with a lap belt only

Question 17 of 20

What does a red painted curb mean?

1. Park for up to 15 minutes
2. No stopping, standing, or parking
3. Loading zone

Question 18 of 20

How close to a crosswalk (without a curb extension) may you park?

1. No closer than 10 feet
2. No closer than 20 feet
3. You may park right up to it

Question 19 of 20

How close to a fire hydrant may you park?

1. No closer than 15 feet
2. No closer than 5 feet
3. No closer than 30 feet

Question 20 of 20

Someone is tailgating you. What should you do?

1. Brake suddenly to warn them
2. Keep your course and speed, then move right when safe to let them pass
3. Speed up to get away