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  2004 6 point Identification process was adopted  Motorist under 21 have a distinct vertical format DDL  Most DDl are issued for 4 years

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!

Restrictions

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

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)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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

The Adult Road ( option C)

 Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License  Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving, may pay fee

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

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

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

Examination Permit Restrictions

 ALL passengers and permit holder MUST wear their seat belt  Must display decals on license plates

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

Probationary Driver License Restrictions  Must display decals on license plates

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

GDL Driver

 If the student commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with both the student and instructor of adult

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

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

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

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