California Driver’s License Introduction

1️⃣ License Types

🔸 Comparison Tip:
Real ID licenses are marked with a gold bear + star icon and are required for air travel and access to federal facilities starting May 2025.

2️⃣ Eligibility Requirements

✅ Basic Requirements

• Age: Minimum 16 for provisional, 18 for full license
• Must be a California resident
• Must pass DMV-required exams

📋 Required Documents

• Valid identity proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport)
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Two proofs of California residency
• Real ID requires additional citizenship or legal status documents

📝 Testing Requirements

• Written knowledge test
• Vision test (20/40 or better)
• Behind-the-wheel driving test (if no transfer license)

3️⃣ Specifications

4️⃣ Materials

• 🌐 Polycarbonate multi-layer secure material
• 🛡️ Water-resistant, tear-proof, UV-resistant
• 🔍 Laser-engraved text and images, tamper-resistant layers
• ♻️ Designed for long-term use and resistant to delamination or forgery

5️⃣ Front Information

• 📸 High-resolution photo
• 👤 Name, DOB, gender, height, eye color
• 🆔 License number (DL No.)
• 🏠 Address (can be hidden at applicant’s request)
• 🗓️ Issue and expiration dates
• 🅒 Class and restriction codes
• 🌟 Real ID Gold Bear + Star icon (if applicable)

📌 Design Note: Embedded ghost image, color zones, and microtext background.

6️⃣ Back Information

• 📊 PDF417 barcode (encrypted, high-density format)
• 📃 Legal usage disclaimers
• 🌍 California map security patterns
• 🔒 Version code, invisible characters
• 🧬 UV-reactive graphics (visible under ultraviolet light)

7️⃣ Key Technologies

8️⃣ Security Features

9️⃣ Use Cases

🔟 Barcode Verification

• 📲 Used by law enforcement, airports, or institutions to scan PDF417
• ⚙️ Encoded data includes:
  • Full name, DOB, DL number, expiration
  • License class, restrictions, status
• ⛔ Fake licenses will fail checksum or formatting validation

1️⃣1️⃣ Barcode Analysis

DAQD1234567
DAAJANE DOE
DAG123 SUNSET BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA
DBB19900512
DBC1 (Female)
DAYBLU (Eye Color)
DAU160CM

● Field Decoding:
○ DAQ: Driver’s License Number
○ DAA: Name
○ DAG: Address
○ DBB: Date of Birth
○ DBC: Gender
○ DAY: Eye Color
○ DAU: Height

🧬 Includes encrypted signatures and redundant check codes to prevent data forgery and QR code tampering.

1️⃣2️⃣ Authenticity Check