Where can I buy a legitimate driver's license?
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Driver's licenses cannot be bought or sold. Purchasing a driver's license is an illegal act. To drive a motor vehicle, one must legally obtain a motor vehicle driver's license. A genuine driver's license cannot be purchased; it can only be obtained by passing each subject one by one through the official examination process. Below are the consequences of buying or selling a driver's license: 1. Forgery of a driver's license: According to the law, forging, altering, or using a forged or altered driver's license will result in confiscation by the traffic management department of the public security organ, detention of the motor vehicle, detention for up to 15 days, and a fine; if a crime is constituted, criminal responsibility shall be investigated according to the law; 2. Legal basis: Article 96 of the latest amendment to the 'Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China' states that forging, altering, or using forged or altered motor vehicle registration certificates, license plates, driving licenses, or driver's licenses will result in confiscation by the traffic management department of the public security organ, detention of the motor vehicle, detention for up to 15 days, and a fine; if a crime is constituted, criminal responsibility shall be investigated according to the law.
I have loved cars since I was a child, and I obtained my driver's license through the local vehicle management office back then. I remember the process was first undergoing a medical examination, then registering for the theory test after passing, followed by the road test. Only after passing all these could I receive the license. It wasn't bought—buying a driver's license is illegal and can land you on a blacklist or even lead to revocation of your qualification. With 20 years of driving experience now, I prioritize safety and advise beginners to directly enroll in a driving school for training, rather than seeking shortcuts. Although the formal process takes some time and money, it equips you with skills and helps avoid accident risks. Driving schools also provide step-by-step training, making it easier to pass.
