California · Vehicle Code
VEH §15500: It is unlawful for any minor who does not possess a valid driver’s license issued under this code to order, purchase or lease, attempt to purchase or lease, contract to purchase or lease, accept, or o
Misdemeanor
What this law says, in plain English
Minors without a valid driver's license cannot order, purchase, lease, or otherwise obtain a vehicle subject to registration.
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It is unlawful for any minor who does not possess a valid driver’s license issued under this code to order, purchase or lease, attempt to purchase or lease, contract to purchase or lease, accept, or otherwise obtain, any vehicle of a type subject to registration.
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