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Chapter One

Chapter One. The New Jersey Driver License System. Miss. Panno. The NJ License System. Legal name changes MUST be reported to the MVC within 2 weeks. Legal residence changes must be made within 1 week.

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  1. Chapter One The New Jersey Driver License System Miss. Panno

  2. The NJ License System • Legal name changes MUST be reported to the MVC within 2 weeks. • Legal residence changes must be made within 1 week. • To get a basic driver’s license you must be 18 years of age. • When going for a road test, a driver who has been licensed for 3 years must accompany the driver. This person must also be over 21 years old. • If you possess a license from out of state, you have 60 days to apply for a New Jersey license, or until the out-of-state license expires. • PG: 6-7

  3. Digital Driver License • http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/video?id=8125235 • In 2004 NJ stopped using laminated paper licenses • In 2011 NJ began using a next generation of security-enhanced • DDL, along with new facial recognition features • DDL Has more than 20 hidden and obvious security features • Motorists under 21 are issued a distinctive vertical-format DDL • Motorists 21 years of age and older are issued a horizontal format DDL • Driver Licenses are valid for 4 years • An Altered DDL can result in 6 month suspension, loss of driving privileges & • $1000 fine • Getting a license illegally can result in loss of driving license, a • fine of $200-$500, and imprisonment of 30 to 90 days PG: 7

  4. RESTRICTIONS Restrictions on licenses appear on license in a coded form Restrictions include: • 1 - Corrective Lenses • 2 - Prosthetic Device • 3 - Mechanical Device • 4 - Hearing Impaired • 5 - Attached Restrictions

  5. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS • Motorist MUST always carry a valid driver or probationary • license, a current vehicle registration and proof of valid • liability auto insurance while operating a vehicle on New • Jersey roadways • http://www.ehow.co.uk/video_2201793_pulled-over-driver_s- license_.html • If you move from out-of-state into New Jersey you have up • to 60 days to apply for a new license. Commercial drivers • have 30 days. PG 6

  6. TYPES OF LICENSES Can you come of with 7 different types of driver licenses?

  7. TYPES OF LICENSES (cont.) • Class D:Basic Driver License. For all types of motor vehicles except motorcycles. Must be minimum of 18 years old • Class A, B, C:Commercial Driver License. Driving lager trucks, buses, and vehicles that move hazardous materials. Must hold a Basic Driver License and be 18 years of age • Class E:Motorcycle License. Class M if Driver holds a Basic License. Must be minimum of 17 years old • Class F:Moped license. For unlicensed drivers at least 15 years old and older. Not needed if driver already has class A, B, C, D, or E license. • Class G: Agricultural license. Farming purposes only. May obtain for individuals between ages 16 and 17 • Boating License which doesn't have a class. Only needed in non-tidal water. Must be minimum of 16 years old PG 10

  8. Commercial Driver License (CDL) For large trucks buses and vehicles. There Are Three Classes of a Commercial License: A, B, C Applicants must be 18 years of age and hold a Basic Driver License Different Classes are determined by vehicle PG 10 PG: 6

  9. Lost or Stolen Licenses What do you do if your license is lost or stolen? If your license is lost or stolen you report it to the Police. To obtain a new license go to an MVC agency. Your new license will be labeled as a duplicate.

  10. COMMERCIAL LICENSE MOTORCYCLE LICENSE • Class E • Holder must have basic drivers license • Class M if holder already holds a Basic • Driver License • Class A,B,C • Large trucks, buses, HAZMAT AGRICULTURAL LICENSE BOAT LICENSE • Class G • Holder must 16-17 years old • No Class • Motorboats in non tidal waters • 16 years old

  11. The 6 Point I.D Verification Program • In order to obtain your driving permit you must have identification that total up to 6 points. • They must verify your age, name, address, and social security number (SSN). • Such as your birth certificate, social security, passport, or your citizenship. • At Least One Primary Document • At Least One Secondary Document • At Least Six Points of ID • Proof of Address PG: 11

  12. Examples of Primary Documents • Valid Birth Certificate (4 points) • US Passport current or expired less than 3 years (4 points) • Current NJ Digital Driver License (4 points) • Current NJ Digital non-driver ID card (4 points) • Current NJ Digital Boat License (4 points) • US Adoption Papers (4 points) • PG 13

  13. Examples of Secondary Documents • Civil marriage, domestic partner, or civil union certificate issued by the municipality where the ceremony occurred (3 points) • Ordered or decree of divorce, dissolution or termination (3 points) • Court order for legal name change, signed by judge or court clerk (3 points) • US School photo ID card with transcript or school records (2 points) • US College photo ID card with transcript (2 points) • Bank statement or record (1 point - CANNOT use more than 2 of these) • Social Security Card (1 point - CANNOT use more than 2 of these) • PG 14

  14. Examples of Proof of Address • Utility or credit card bill issued in past 90 days showing your name at current address • Checking or savings account statement from a bank or credit union issued in the past 60 days • High school or college report card containing your address within the past 2 years • If you are under 18 a parent or guardian certification that verifies you are living with a parent or guardian • PG 15

  15. Graduated Driver License Program * GDL Introduced in 2001* Purpose of System is to introduce driving privileges gradually for first-time drivers, extends practice time * Requires a MINIMUM age of 18 years old to receive an unrestricted Basic Driver License* Failure to comply with GDL Restrictions will result in a fine of $100 and possible suspension of driving privileges PG 16 GDL Roll Call Video

  16. Graduated Driver License Program 3 Different Paths of GDL • * The Early Bird Road • 6 Hours Behind-The-Wheel Instruction • Special Learner Permit • 6 months Supervised Driving (passenger and time restrictions apply) • 16 years old • * The Young Adult Road • Examination Permit • 6 months Supervised Driving (passenger and time restrictions apply) • Minimum age 17 Years old • The Adult Road Examination Permit • 3 months Supervised Driving(passenger and time restrictions DON’T • apply) • 21 Years and Older • PG 17

  17. Graduated Driver License (GDL) • Presents driving privileges for first-time drivers and applicants that are under 21 years and 21 and older. • Passed MVC's knowledge and vision tests • EARLY BIRD PATH (YOUR PATH) • Step 1 – Get a Special Learners Permit • Step 2 – Practice With An Adult Supervising Driver • Step 3 – Get a Probationary License • Step 4 – With A Probationary License • Step 5 – Get The Basic Driver License PG: 16 - 19

  18. Special Learners Permit Driving Restrictions No driving between 11:01 PM – 5:00 AM Drivers may not use hand held electronic devices. Everyone is required to wear a seatbelt Must be accompanied by an Adult Supervising Driver, in the front seat, who has a valid NJ driver license, be at least 21 years old and licensed for 3 years. Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian, or dependent of the special permit holder and one additional passenger Must display decals on license plates PG: 20 - 21

  19. Examination Permit Restrictions Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17 years old and is not in suspension status. No driving between 11:01 PM – 5:00 AM. If permit holder is 21 years of age or older, passenger and hour restrictions do not apply. All examination permit holders must be with a supervising driver, in the front seat, who has a valid NJ driver license with three years of driving experience, and is at least 21 years old. Drivers must not use any hand held devices. Seat belts are a must. Passengers are limited to dependents of the permit holder and one additional passenger unless accompanied by a parent/guardian Must display decals on license plates PG: 20 - 21

  20. Probationary Driver License Restrictions • Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17 years old and is not in suspension status. No driving between 11:01 PM – 5:00 AM. If permit holder is 21 years of age or older, passenger and hour restrictions do not apply. • All Probationary Permit holders must not use any hand held devices. • Seat belts are a must. • Passengers are limited to dependents of the permit holder and one additional passenger unless accompanied by a parent/guardian • Must display decals on license plates PG: 20 - 21

  21. GDL Exemptions • GDL drivers under 21, all hours-related exemptions for employment or religious reasons must come with a legible certification to confirm this need on the letterhead of employer organization or religious institution, with signature of certifying official above title, address and telephone number. PG: 21

  22. Getting a Special Learners Permit • Must be at least 16 years old • Must have signed parent or guardian consent • Must be enrolled in approved behind-the-wheel driving training course through the NJ Department of Education or Commercial Driving School • Must pass MVC's knowledge & vision tests • Must pay required fee PG: 21-22

  23. Kyleigh’s Law http://www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?id=acd7c983-2a78-4fa0-8d46-ac9f0172ea27 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SMfzhPeygA

  24. Changes in Graduated Driver License GDL changes effective May 1, 2010 • GDL Drivers under age 21 who possess a permit or probationary license are required to use decals • All permit or probationary (formerly provisional) drivers under age 21 must display a reflectorized decal on the top left corner of each license plate (front/back) of any motor vehicle they operate PG21

  25. Non-Driver ID & Hearing Impaired Designation • Individuals 17 years old or older, who does not possess a valid drivers license may apply for a non-driver identification card. • Must Show Proof of Age • Must Provide 6 Points of ID Verification • Must be surrendered when Individual receives a License • Special license for hearing impaired is provided by MVC PG: 24

  26. Commercial Driver Exemptions Taxi drivers, ride-sharing van drivers, funeral procession drivers, operators of rescue, first-aid squad or firefighters apparatus, farmers hauling their own products & equipment within 150 miles of their farms, non-civilian operators of military equipment & operators of construction equipment not designed for operation on public roads are exempt and need not apply for a commercial driver license. PG: 25

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