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11,000 CA drivers told to retake written test or lose licenses
The DMV is requiring 11,000 drivers to retake their written test within 30 days or face license suspension, following "irregularities" found in their initial results.
LOS ANGELES - Thousands of California-licensed drivers who already passed their examinations are facing the sudden cancellation of their driving privileges.
What we know:
The state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has confirmed that an estimated 11,000 motorists across California have been sent official correspondence regarding "anomalies" found in past examinations.
According to the agency, the warning targets individuals who took their written driver's license tests between July 2025 and April 2026.
Recipients of the letter must retake and pass the written knowledge exam within a strict 30-day window.
To complete the requirement, drivers are required to schedule a specific appointment ahead of time and must bring the physical DMV letter with them to the testing site.
What we don't know:
The DMV has not explained what caused the irregularities or what specific "anomalies" were flagged in the test results. The department did not elaborate on whether it suspects widespread cheating or if the issue stems from an internal technical glitch.
What's next:
Impacted drivers must immediately log into the DMV portal or call to secure a testing appointment before their 30-day window expires.
If a driver fails to schedule, take, and pass the new written exam within the allotted timeframe, the DMV warns that their driver's license will be officially revoked or canceled.
The Source: This report is based on information provided by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.