Contact your State Department of Insurance and they can tell you.
It depends on what the misdemeanor was for. If it was for any kind of dishonesty, that is usually a red flag for the licensing authorities. MyInsuranceXpert
It is absolutely illegal to drive in California and any other state or country in the civilized world without a license. Insurance is mandatory in the state of California and most likely every single state of America and the Canadian provinces.
I think you need to get a driver's license in any state to get car insurance period. An insurance company will not supply you with insurance if they don't have proof that you are licensed to do so. My suggestion to you...get a license!
I am aware that in the State of California you cannot obtain a license on probation, you would have to wait for the probation period be ended. I would check out the Department of Insurance website and look at the frequently asked questions to see what felonies, or misdemeanor charges they will not allow to obtain a license. It depends on each individual situation but do some searching on the department of insurance's website.
It probably depends on they kind of theft and how long ago. Dishonesty of any kind is one of the big red flags when it comes to getting ann insurance license, no matter where. MyInsuranceXpert
Insurance license requirements vary by state and are set by the state's DOI (Department of Insurance). In order to verify your state's licensing requirement, contact your DOI
You can get an insurance license after successfully passing the state insurance exam but getting an insurance license involves other steps too which differ for every state. In order to find out the pre-licensing requirements for your state, contact your Department of Insurance and they will be able to assist you.
A nonresident insurance license is a license to solicit, quote, negotiate or write insurance in a state outside of your resident state. You must carry a resident license in your home state prior to obtaining a nonresident license in any other state. Fees and requirements vary from state to state and depend upon the lines of authority requested on the application.
There are a number of companies that offer insurance licenses in California. One way to obtain a license would be through the state department of insurance itself. Another place would be through Kaplan Financial Education.
It may depend on the state the vehicle is registered in. In California, proof of insurance is required in order to register a vehicle, which is done when you purchase a car, and you need a license when purchasing auto insurance. I know in California that dealership wouldn't be able to transfer title to a person who doesn't have insurance since the DMV would require proof. Ask a dealership in your state for specific requirements.
In the state of California the statute of limitations is one year for a misdemeanor. You should pay the fine if you are guilty of the charge.
California law allows for the insurance department to deny your license application if you have a felony. That doesn't necessarily mean that you cannot get licensed. You definitely do not want to lie about it on your application to the state, as that can get you into some serious legal trouble.