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Chapter 1. Welcome to Driver Education!. Laws Governing Driver Licenses. Page 6-7 It is important to read through and be familiar with these laws Please read through them now!. Digital Driver License. Digital Driver License. DDL - Digital driver license came about in 2004

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  1. Chapter 1 Welcome to Driver Education!

  2. Laws Governing Driver Licenses • Page 6-7 • It is important to read through and be familiar with these laws • Please read through them now!

  3. Digital Driver License

  4. Digital Driver License • DDL - Digital driver license came about in 2004 • 2004 6 point Identification process was adopted • Motorist under 21 have a distinct vertical format DDL • Most DDl are issued for 4 years

  5. DDL • Altering a DDL will result in loss of motorist’s driving privilege, a fine up to $1,000.00 and/or 6 months in jail! • Getting a Driver license illegally may result in a fine of $200.00 and up to $500.00 and/or imprisonment of 30 to 90 days!

  6. Restrictions • 1 = corrective lenses • 2= prosthetic device • Artificial device that replaces a missing body part • 3=mechanical device • 4= hearing impaired • 5= attached restrictions

  7. Types of NJ Licenses • BASIC AUTOMOBILE LICENSE ( class D) • Minimum age 18 ( permit 16) • 4 years expiration • Test required: KVR ( knowledge , vision, road) • PROBATIONARY AUTOMOBILE ( class D) • Minimum age 17 • 4 years expiration • Test required: KVR ( knowledge , vision, road)

  8. Types of NJ Licenses • COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE ( class A, B,C) • Minimum age 18/21 • 4 years expiration • Test required CKVR • Motorcycle License (Class E or M – if already holds a basic) • Minimum age 17 • 4 years expiration • Test required KVR

  9. Types of NJ Licenses • PROBATIONARY MOTORCYCLE LICENSE • Minimum age 17 • 4 years expiration • Test required KVR • MOPED LICENSE • Minimum age 15 • Not needed if operator has a class A,B,C,D, or E • 4 years expiration • Test required KVR

  10. Types of NJ Licenses • AGRICULTURAL LICENSE • For farming purposes only! • Minimum age 16 • 4 years expiration • Test required KVR • BOAT LICENSE • Minimum age 16 • 4 years expiration • Test required n/a non tidal waters only

  11. 6 Point ID Verification • All NJ drivers must complete 6 Point ID Verification by presenting documents that prove age, identity, and legal presence in the US • Must have at least one primary document • At least one secondary document • At least 6 points of ID • Proof of address • See chart on pg 12 in manual, information on CD ROM or njmvc.gov

  12. GDL • GDL = Graduated Driver License • Implemented in 2001 • System gradually introduced driving privileges to fist time driver • Failure to adhere to restrictions result in a $100 fine or a possible suspension of motorist driving privileges

  13. Early Bird ( Option A) • Step 1: Special learners permit • At least 16 years old, signed parent consent, enrolled in behind the wheel training, must pass MVC KV test, must pay fees • Step 2: Practice with adult supervising driver • Must observe learner permit restrictions, must practice at least 6 months

  14. Early Bird ( Option A) • Step 3 : Get Probationary License • Have 6 months of supervised driving without suspensions, must pass MVC road test, must be at least 17 years old • Step 4: With a Probationary Driver License • Must practice unsupervised for at least 1 year, must obey restrictions • Step 5: Get a Basic Driver License • Must be at least 18, have completed 1 year unsupervised driving, pay required fees

  15. Young Adult Road ( Option B) • Step 1: Get an Examination Permit • Must pass MVC KV test, must be at least 17, pay fee, obtain consent from parent/guardian • Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving • Must practice with adult driver,at least 6 months, observe examination-permit driving restrictions • Step 3: Get Probationary License • Must complete 6 months supervised driving,must pass MVC road test

  16. Young Adult Road ( Option B) • Step 4: Practice Unsupervised Driving • Practice at least 1 year, must follow restrictions • Step 5: Basic Driver License • Must be at least 18,complete one year unsupervised driving, pay fee

  17. The Adult Road ( option C) • Step 1: Get an Examination Permit • Must be at least 21, pass MVC kV test, pay fee • Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving • Must practice with a supervising adult, must practice 3 months, must observe examination permit driving restrictions • Step 3: Get Probationary License • Must have completed 3 months of supervised driving, must pass MVC road test

  18. The Adult Road ( option C) • Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License • Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving, may pay fee

  19. Special Learner Permit Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am • No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices • Permit holder must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 or has 3 years of driving experience ( NJ driver) • Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger

  20. Special Learner Permit Restrictions • ALL passengers and permit holder MUST wear their seat belt • Must display decals on license plates

  21. Examination Permit Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am • No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices • Permit holder must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 or has 3 years of driving experience ( NJ driver) • Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian

  22. Examination Permit Restrictions • ALL passengers and permit holder MUST wear their seat belt • Must display decals on license plates

  23. Probationary Driver License Restrictions • No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am • No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices • Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian • ALL passengers and probationary license holder MUST wear their seat belt

  24. Probationary Driver License Restrictions • Must display decals on license plates

  25. GDL Decal • All GDL drivers under age 21, who posses or permit or probationary license, are required to display two visible red, reflective on any vehicle they operate • They are to be displayed on the top left corner on the front and rear license plates • They are $4 a pair at MVC agency

  26. GDL Driver • If the student commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with both the student and instructor of adult

  27. 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 his/her out-of-state license expires, whichever comes first • Out-of-state drivers who are under 18 years of age and move to NJ are subject to the state’s GDL Program

  28. Commercial Driver License • No one can apply for these licenses until they possess a Class D basic license first • Class A : GCWR ( gross combination weight rating)26,001 lbs or more. This is necessary for operation of tractor trailers or any truck or trailer over this GCWR • * Class A also allows the motorist to operate all vehicles in the class B,C, and D categories

  29. Commercial Driver License • Class B: necessary to operate any vehicle with a GVWR ( Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of 26,001 lbs. or more, a bus designated to transport passengers of 16 or more • * Class B allows motorist to operate vehicles in the Class C and D categories

  30. Commercial Driver License • Class C: necessary for any vehicle with a GVWR less than 26,001 lbs, any bus including school bus, and school vehicles

  31. 6 Point ID • http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/DocumentSelector/index.htm • Google • Typed in “6 Point ID for NJ”

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