FIRST TIME LICENSE FOR 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS
In some states a 15 year old may obtain a Learners Permit.
In most states -
Applicants under 18, must obtain a learner's permit.
unless the applicant has held the permit for 180 days, 20
days if completing a driver training course.
PARENTAL CONSENT IS REQUIRED. Some
state allow a notarized form to be presented and somestates allow the
person who signed the consent form to withdraw consent.What are the rules
in your State?
Verification may be in the form of a
piece of mail (cards, magazines, letters, etc.).
YOU WILL ALSO NEED
Two forms of ID , at least one must contain your date
of birth
Common forms of ID could be:
Parent or parental consent form.
US passport
Major credit card
School photo ID with transcript or report card
Social Security Card
What is accepted in your State? TOP - NEXT
EYE TEST
EYE TEST
The eye test evaluates
(1) (how clearly you see),
(2) (how far you can see to either side while looking straight
ahead)
(3) (depth and color perception).
LAW (KNOWLEDGE) TEST (S) Written Examinations vary from state to state on the
number of questions . Some state require only one written test others require
an additional test at the time of the road test. This site has compiled 90 of the most common questions. If you Study your handbook along with this site you will
not have a problem. Sample
Quiz Questions
The law test for the learner's permit consists of
10 QUESTIONS
The law test for the license is based on the same manual,
consists of
16 QUESTIONS
LEARNERS PERMIT RULES
States vary on the restrictions that apply to the Learners
Permit.
These restrictions may include the age of the licensed driver
accompanying you, The hours in which you are able to practice, and even
the types of highways you are allowed to practice on.
The permit
You Must be with another licensed driver who is at least
20 years old and held a license for a least four years.
You are not allowed on a limited access highway until
60 days from the
date of issue of the permit.
ROAD TEST
ROAD TEST (BEHIND-THE-WHEEL-EVALUATION)
The road test generally takes 15 to 20 minutes.
If you fail you can retake the test after a waiting period
from the date of the failure.
During the road test your examiner will be judging your
driving skills. to see what they will be looking for click
here
What are the rules for a re-test in your State? Is
there an additional fee?..
A driver's test may be given in any vehicle which is currently
registered, is currently covered by insurance, and has no obvious
equipment violation that would create an unsafe condition during the test.
FEES
Fees are required for the learners permit and then for the
driver license.
Fees vary from state to state.
Most state have a retest fee if you do not pass the first
time, so study well.
$6.00 for the learner's permit (either cash or check).
You must make an appointment for the second part. The fee
is $36.00.
Driving is a privilege.
If you commit a serious traffic violations or several less serious one,
you may lose that privilege through suspension or revocation.
Suspensions means your license is taken away for a period of time.
Revocation means your license is canceled completely.
Mandatory suspension or revocation can occur for:
Drug and Alcohol violations.
Younger Drivers Beware
Some States will revoke your driving privileges for one year or up until
you are 21 years old if you are convicted of any drug or alcohol violation. (So think twice before opening that beer.) Back
The Points System
Points are assigned for moving violations. If a certain number
of points is reached within a prescribed amount of time, your driving
privilege may be suspended of revoked.
This site is meant to enhance your learning of the Rules
of the Road and is not intended to replace the Drivers Manual supplied
by the Motor Vehicle Department of your State. Send mail to web
master with questions or comments about this web site.
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