Vehicle Code section 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 otherwise obtain, any vehicle of a type subject to registration.

Source: Section 15500, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH§ionNum=15500. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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§ 15500’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/vehicle_code_section_15500

Original Source: Section 15500, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH§ionNum=15500. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).