chapters 1 and 2 digital driver license motorists under 21 years of age are issued a distinctive...
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CHAPTERS 1 AND 2
Digital Driver License
Motorists under 21 years of age are issued a distinctive
DDL. Most DDLs issued are valid for four years
A loss of license should be reported to the police
Out-of-State Drivers
All out-of-state drivers are required to purchase an license within 60 days of becoming a permanent New Jersey resident or when his/her out-of-state license expires, whichever comes first.
Altering a driver license or showing an altered driver license may result in
, a fine of up to and/or up to imprisonment. In addition, getting a driver license illegally may result in a fine of up to
and/or of 30 to 90 days.
Basic Automobile License
For all types of Class D motor vehiclesregistered by the MVC, except motorcycles.
Expiration: 4 years Test Required: KVR
K- Knowledge
V- Vision
R- Road
Commercial Driver License
Large trucks, buses and vehicles receive a Classes A, B and C
6 Point ID Verification
All NJ driver license applicants must complete 6 Point ID Verification by presenting documents that prove their age, identity and legal presence in the U.S.
All applicants must prove identity through a prescribed combination of documents
that includes:
Use the online Document Selector at www.njmvc.gov/6point If discrepancies exist within or between documents presented to the MVC, the applicant may be required to provide additional documentation
6 Points of ID check on website
Special Learner Permit
Must be Must have signed parent or guardian consent Must be enrolled in approved
course through the N.J. Department of Education or commercial driving school
Must pass MVC’s Must practice at least 6 months Must pay required fee The instructor must purchase the permit, which is
valid for
Must observe GDL restrictions
Examination Permit
Must be years old Must pass MVC knowledge and vision
test Must practice at least 6 months Must observe GDL restrictions Must pay required fee Permit is valid for 2 years
Adult Examination Permit
Must be at least 21 years old Must pass MVC knowledge and vision
test Must practice driving at least 3 months Must pay required fee Permit is valid for 2 years
Probationary License
Must pass MVC’s Must be at least 17 years old Must observe the GDL laws
Basic Driver License
Basic Driver License Must be at least 18 years old Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving with
NJ Driver Testing
Eyesight: Basic license applicants need a 20/50
Written: Must receive an 80% or higher
Graduate Drivers License Requirements May not operate a motor vehicle after
May not use a hand-held or hands-free interactive, wireless communication device
Decals Passenger Restrictions
GDL Requirements
Decals All permit or probationary
drivers under age 21 must display a
(front/back) of any motor vehicle they operate.
Decal Video
Special Permit and Examination Permit Holders Supervising driver who is over 21 and
licensed to drive for at least three (3) yearsthree (3) years
Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings
One additional passenger unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Probationary License Holder
Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependent(s) are allowed as passengers
One additional passenger unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Graduated Driver’s License
Violation of ANY GDL requirements is subject to a $100 fine.
If the Examination Permit or Probationary License holder is 21 years of age or older, hour and passenger restrictions do not applydo not apply
GDL Driver Exemptions
Exemptions to the hours rule for permit and provisional drivers under 21 years: Proof of a need to drive during the prohibited hours for employment and/or religion.
Things to Know
If the student driver commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with both the student and instructor or adult supervising driver.
Motorists who fail to upgrade their probationary license to their basic license will remain subject to the probationary provisional driver license restrictions and could be cited by law enforcement for violating the restrictions.
Non - Driver ID
An individual, 17 years of age or older, who does not possess a valid driver license may apply for a non-driver identification card
Test Vehicle Requirements
For the road test, an applicant must have a vehicle with a valid
inspection sticker, a valid registration document and a valid insurance ID card for that vehicle
Decals are required for the test The vehicle may not have any obstructions or
consoles that prevent the examiner from reaching the foot or parking brakes.
The applicant must also have a valid permit and be accompanied by a licensed driver. The accompanying driver must hold a license to operate the type of vehicle for which the applicant has a permit
Accompanying Driver Requirements A Licensed driver must remain in the
vehicle with the applicant at all times. The MVC does not supply vehicles for
road tests.
Elements of the Road Test
If an applicant passes the road test, the examiner will issue an authorization for licensing. The permit, authorization and 6 Points of ID Verification must be taken to a motor vehicle agency to obtain the digital driver license
If an applicant fails the road test, he/she must wait at least two weeks before taking the test again. After several failures, the MVC may require an applicant to wait six months before retaking the road test