How can I get my license renewed in California?

Do I have to have had my permit for 6 months to able be to get a license in California?

• Hi, i am 15 3/4 years old and still dont have my permit. Ideally i should have gotten my drivers permit a few months ago when i turned 15 1/2, but things came up and i got really busy and wont be able to go take the test and get my permit until im almost 16. I was wondering, if by california law, i need to have had my permit 6 months to get my license (in which case i wont get my license until i am almost 16 1/2) , or if i just need to clock enough hours driving with my permit before i can get my license and can get it when i turn 16. My friend told me this is possible and that his brothers did this, but it sounds a little strange to be able to get my permit, clock a bunch of hours driving, and then a month later when i turn 16 get my license. I always thought that u had to have your permit for 6 months. It would be really cool though if i can still get my license when i turn 16 and it would really pick my spirits up. Thanks in advanced your help everyone!

• Answer:

  You have to wait at least 6 months before you can get your driver's license. When you're over the age of 18 you can make an appointment to get your license immediatly