DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Chapter 1

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GDL Laws/Allstate Insurance

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

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

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

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 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 #

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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