Can a 16 year-old get a license at the DPS in Texas without a legal?
You can read about all the forms which are necessary and such on the DPS site They very clearly state that the teen must Bring a parent or legal guardian (If you are bringing a Legal Guardian, you must also bring a certified court order demonstrating guardianship). If they were willing to accept a signed form in lieu of a parent /guardians presence, theyd say so. Since they dont, the answers quite clear. Generally, going direct to the source is the best place to start for this kind of thing.