Transcript Chapter One - Westwood Regional School District

Chapter One
The New Jersey Driver
License System
MR. C
Objectives
Students will be able to summarize and
explain following topics:
The NJ Driver License System
Digital Drivers License
Commercial Drivers License
6 point ID Verification
Graduated Drivers License
•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
Digital Driver License
• http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/video?id=8125235
•In 2004 NJ stopped using laminated paper licenses
• DDL Has Two Dozen security features
• Motorists under 21 are issued a distinctive vertical-format
DDL
• An Altered DDL can result in 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: 8
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
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
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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_slicense_.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.
TYPES OF LICENSES
Can you come of with 7 different
types of driver licenses?
TYPES OF LICENSES (cont.)
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Class D: Basic Driver License. For all types of motor vehicles
except motorcycles.
Class A, B, C: Commercial Driver License. Driving lager trucks,
buses, and vehicles that move hazardous materials.
Class E: Motorcycle License. Class M if Driver holds a Basic
License
Class F: Moped license. For unlicensed drivers 15 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
at 16 and 17
Boating License which doesn't have a class. Only needed in nontidal water
PG: 9
Commercial Driver License
(CDL)
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There Are Three Classes of a Commercial License: A,
B, C
Class A: Necessary for tractor trailers or any truck over
with a (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more
Class B: Necessary for any vehicle with a (GVWR) of
26,001 pounds or more
Class C: Necessary for any vehicle with a (GVWR) of
less than 26001 pounds, used & placarded to transport
hazardous material
PG: 24 - 25
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.
•Class A,B,C
•Large trucks, buses, HAZMAT
•Class G
•Holder must 16-17 years old
•Class E
•Holder must have basic drivers license
•Class M if holder already holds a Basic
Driver License
•Motorboats in non tidal waters
•16 years old
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car accidents
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The 6 Point I.D
Verification Program
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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.
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At Least One Primary Document
At Least One Secondary Document
At Least Six Points of ID
Proof of Address
PG: 11
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)
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)
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
Graduated Driver
License Program
GDL Roll Call Video
Graduated Driver License (GDL)
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Presents driving privileges for first-time drivers
and applicants that are under 21 years old.
Available to applicants who are 17 years old and
passed MVC's knowledge and vision tests
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
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PG: 16 - 17
Special Learners Permit Driving
Restrictions
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No driving between 11:01 PM – 5:00 AM
Drivers may not use hand held electronic devices. Passengers
must be from the driver's household. One friend may be allowed
to take a ride
Everyone is required to wear a seatbelt under GDL holders 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. All student examination permit
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
Examination Permit Restrictions
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Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17 years old and is not
in suspension status. No driving between 11:01 AM – 5:00 AM.
Passengers should be from the driver's household along with one
more friend. 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
Probationary Driver License
Restrictions
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Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17 years old and is not
in suspension status. No driving between 11:01 AM – 5:00 AM.
Passengers should be from the driver's household along with one
more friend. If permit holder is 21 years of age or older, passenger
and hour restrictions do not apply.
All Probationary 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
GDL Exemptions
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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: 20 - 21
Getting a Special Learners Permit
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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
Kyleigh’s Law
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Changes in Graduated Driver License
GDL changes effective May 1, 2010
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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
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
PG: 24
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Special license for
hearing impaired is
provided by MVC
Commercial Driver Exemptions
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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