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Driver’s Education

Chapter 1. Driver’s Education. Laws Governing Driver Licenses. NJ motorists must have 3 items when driving: Valid drivers license, provisional license, or permit Proof of insurance Registration cards A motorist with a permit must be accompanied by a licensed driver

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Driver’s Education

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  1. Chapter 1 Driver’s Education

  2. Laws Governing Driver Licenses • NJ motorists must have 3 items when driving: • Valid drivers license, provisional license, or permit • Proof of insurance • Registration cards • A motorist with a permit must be accompanied by a licensed driver • The MVC’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program introduces driving privileges in phases • The Early Bird Road for 16 year old drivers • The Young Adult Road for drivers 17-21 • The Adult Road for drivers 21 and older • Permit and provisional drivers shall not operate a vehicle without displaying 2 visible, reflective decals on their license plates

  3. Digital Driver License • Security-enhanced license • Prevents identity theft • Ensures that only those individuals who are legally entitled to have a driver license get one • Altering or presenting an altered driver license • Loss of driving privilege, fine of $1000, and/or up to 6 months imprisonment • Obtaining a driver license illegally • Fine of $200-$500 and/or imprisonment of 30-90 days

  4. Types of NJ Licenses • Basic Automobile License (Class D vehicles) • Expiration: 4 years • Minimum age: 18 • Permit: 16 • Test required: Knowledge, Vision, Road • Probationary Automobile License (Class D) • Expiration: 4 years • Minimum age: 17 • Test required: Knowledge, Vision, Road

  5. Types of NJ Licenses (Continued) • Commercial Driver License (Classes A, B, C) • Expiration: 4 years • Minimum age: 18/21 • Test required: Commercial, Knowledge, Vision, Road • Motorcycle License (Class E) • Expiration: 4 years • Minimum age: 17 • Test required: Knowledge, Vision, Road

  6. 6 Point ID Verification • All NJ driver license applicants must present a combination of documents that prove their age, identity, and legal presence in the US • At least 1 primary document • Ex. Birth certificate • At least 1 secondary document • School photo ID w/transcript • Total documents must = 6+ points • Proof of address • Ex. HS report card/transcript containing your address issued in the past 2 years • Social Security #

  7. Graduated Driver License (GDL) • A multi-stage driver licensing program • Gradually introduces driving privileges to first time drivers • GDL restrictions must be strictly adhered to • Failure to do so may result in a fine of $100 or a possible suspension of a motorist’s driving privilege

  8. The Early Bird Road (Option A) • Step 1: Get a Special Learner Permit • At least 16 years old • Have signed parent/guardian consent • Enrolled in Behind the Wheel training course • Pass MVC’s KV tests • Pay required fees • Step 2: Practice with an Adult Supervising Driver • Practice at least 6 months • Observe special learner permit driving restrictions

  9. The Early Bird Road (Option A) • Step 3: Get a Probationary License • At least 17 years old • Completed 6 months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements • Passed MVC’s road test • Step 4: With a Probationary License • Practice unsupervised driving for at least 1 year • Observe probationary driver license restrictions • Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License • At least 18 years old • Completed 1 year unsupervised driving with probationary license restrictions • Pay required fee

  10. The Young Adult Road (Option B) • Step 1: Get an Examination Permit • At least 17 years old • Obtain parent/guardian consent if under 18 • Pass MVC’s KV tests • Pay required fee • Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving • Practice with adult supervising driver • Practice at least 6 months • Observe examination-permit driving restrictions

  11. The Young Adult Road (Option B) • Step 3: Get a Probationary License • Complete 6 months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements • Pass MVC’s road test • Step 4: Practice Unsupervised Driving • Practice unsupervised driving for at least 1 year • Follow probationary license restrictions • Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License • At least 18 years old • Complete 1 year unsupervised driving • Pay required fee

  12. The Adult Road (Option C) • Step 1: Get an Examination Permit • At least 21 years old • Pass MVC’s KV tests • Pay required fee • Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving • Practice with adult supervising driver • Practice at least 3 months • Observe examination permit driving restrictions

  13. The Adult Road (Option C) • Step 3: Get a Probationary License • Complete 3 months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements • Pass MVC’s road test • Step 4: Practice Unsupervised Driving • Practice unsupervised driving for at least 1 year • Follow probationary driving license restrictions • Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License • Complete 1 year unsupervised driving • Pay required fee

  14. Special Learner Permit Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 PM and 5:00 AM • No usage of electronic devices while driving • Accompaniment by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years old, possesses a valid driver license, and has a minimum of 3 years driving experience • Passengers allowed: any parent, guardian, or dependant +1 additional passenger • Seat belts must be worn by driver and passengers • Decals must be displayed on license plates

  15. Examination Permit Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 PM and 5:00 AM (does not apply if 21+) • No usage of electronic devices while driving • Accompaniment by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years old, possesses a valid driver license, and has a minimum of 3 years driving experience • Passengers allowed: dependants +1 additional person unless accompanied by a parent/guardian (does not apply if 21+) • Seat belts must be worn by driver and passengers • Decals must be displayed on license plates

  16. Probationary Driver License Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 PM and 5:00 AM (does not apply if 21+) • No usage of electronic devices while driving • Passengers allowed: dependants +1 additional person unless accompanied by a parent/guardian (does not apply if 21+) • Seat belts must be worn by driver and passengers • Decals must be displayed on license plates

  17. GDL Decal • All GDL drivers under 21 with a permit or probationary license must display 2 red reflective decals on the top left corners of both license plates on every vehicle they drive • If a student driver commits a traffic offense, responsibility is with both the student and the instructor or adult supervising driver

  18. GDL Driver Exemptions • Permit and probationary drivers under 21 can drive during prohibited hours: • For employment and/or religion purposes • They must carry an official certification that indicates this need from their employer or religious official

  19. Special Learner Permits for NJ Residents • At least 16 years old • Not in suspension status • Has signed consent of their parent or guardian • Enrolls in a Behind the Wheel driver training course and completes 6 hours of instruction • Passes the MVC’s KV tests • Provides 6 Points of ID Verification

  20. Examination Permits for NJ Residents • At least 17 years old • Not in suspension status • Fills out form with personal information • Provides 6 Points of ID Verification • Passes MVC’s KV tests

  21. Examination Permits for Out-of-State Drivers • All out-of-state drivers are required to purchase an examination permit within 60 days of becoming a permanent NJ resident or when their out-of-state license expires • Out-of-state drivers who are under 18 years of age and move to NJ are subject to this state’s GDL Program

  22. Commercial Driver License (CDL) • No one can apply for a CDL until they have a valid basic Class D driver license • CDL Class A license • Gross combination weight rating of 26,001 lbs+ • Ex. Tractor trailer • This license also allows motorist to operate Class B, C, and D vehicles • CDL Class B license • Gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 lbs+ • Ex. Bus designed to transport 16+ passengers • This license also allows motorists to operate Class C and D vehicles • CDL Class C license • Gross vehicle weight rating less than 26,001 lbs • Ex. School bus

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