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DIVISION 6. DRIVERS' LICENSES 12500-15326›CHAPTER 1. Issuance of Licenses, Expiration, and Renewal 12500-13020›ARTICLE 1. Persons Required to Be Licensed, Exemptions, and Age Limits 12500-12527

§ 12503

California Vehicle Code · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

A nonresident over the age of 18 years whose home state or country does not require the licensing of drivers may operate a foreign vehicle owned by him for not to exceed 30 days without obtaining a license under this code.

(Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1748.)

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