Driving LogWhat California asks for, line by line
| Supervised practice required | 50 hours |
|---|---|
| Of which at night | 10 hours |
| Default supervised period | 6 calendar months |
| Period starts | Permit issue date |
| Supervising adult | age 25+ |
| Proof/signature model | one final certification |
Which paperwork does California want?
The DL 603 Supervised Driving Log is optional; the parent or guardian certifies the 50 hours by signing the instruction permit
Printable California driving log sheet — a blank, dated log with day and night columns and a signature block. Print it or save it as a PDF.
California: DL 603 and the permit signature
Official source · Additional official source
Requirements above were checked against these official sources on 2026-09-21. Rules change; always confirm with your state before you rely on them.
Also required in California
- 6 hours of professional driving school instruction
How does Driving Log help in California?
Driving Log tracks each drive with its day and night minutes and, where California sets a numeric target, shows the time you drove beside the time that counts under the configured rules — with the reason whenever they differ. The core app is free, keeps everything on your device and private iCloud, and needs no account. A printable record of every entry is included; sourced worksheet layouts for several states are part of the one-time Pro upgrade.
Common questions
How many driving hours do you need in California?
California requires 50 hours, including 10 at night.
How long must the permit be held in California?
The default period is 6 calendar months, starting at permit issue date. Check the applicant and licence-stage paths below for exceptions.
Does California accept a printed log from an app?
California names The DL 603 Supervised Driving Log is optional; the parent or guardian certifies the 50 hours by signing the instruction permit. An app printout is a supporting record, not that official form; check the source below for what your office accepts.
Same 50-hour target: Alabama · Colorado · Delaware · District of Columbia
Keep the log in California with Driving Log
Free for one learner, no account required. Basic app usage sharing is optional and off by default. Every drive is stored on your iPhone and, when enabled, in your own private iCloud.
The waitlist is a plain email to us: it is used only to send one notification if an Android version ships, never shared, and deleted on request.