Purpose of the Class Driver Knowledge & Improvement

Why Take Drivers Education? National Statistics In 2004, 2,788,000 people were injured On average 7,638 a day or 318 every hour 62% of teen passengers deaths occur with a teen driver at the wheel

Virginia 2004 – Police-Reported Crashes There were 153,907 crashes 15 to 20-years old driver were involved in 41,216 crashes or 26%. 925 fatalities 154 were 15 to 20-year olds 78,487 injured (1 out of 10 were alcohol related) Injuries On average, 1,509 people are injured each week 216 a day

Can We Predict Car Accidents?

Beginning Drivers’ Crashes Copy these Notes Beginning Drivers’ Crashes Differ Teen drivers have the highest crash risk of any age group. Per mile traveled, they have the highest involvement rates in crashes, from crashes involving property damage only to those that are fatal. The problem is worst among 16-year-olds, who have the most limited driving experience and an immaturity that often results in risk-taking behind the wheel.

Characteristics of Young Drivers’ Copy these Notes Driver error: Compared with crashes of older drivers, those of 16-year-olds more often involve driver error. Speeding: 16-year-old drivers have a higher rate of crashes in which excessive speed is a factor. Single-vehicle crashes: More of 16-year-olds’ fatal crashes involve only the teen’s vehicle. Typically these are high-speed crashes in which the driver lost control. Passengers: 16 year-olds’ fatal crashes are more likely to occur when other teenagers are in the car. The risk increases with every additional passenger.

Characteristics of Young Drivers’ Copy these Notes Alcohol: Although this is a problem among drivers of all ages, it’s actually less of a problem for 16-year-olds. Typically, less than 15 percent of fatally injured 16-year-old drivers have blood alcohol concentrations of.08 grams per deciliter or greater. However, alcohol quickly becomes a problem in the later teen years. Night driving: This is a high-risk activity for beginners. Per mile driven, the nighttime fatal crash rate for 16-year-olds is about twice as high as during the day. Low belt use: Teenagers generally are less likely than adults to use safety belts.

Bell Ringer #1 Day 1 Write a story about this picture (fact or fiction your choice; three paragraphs 5 sentences each minimum).

Day 1 Objectives Copy Objectives 1. Driver Licensing Process 2. Applying for a License 3. Required Documentation

Section I The Driver Licensing Process & Obtaining a Photo ID Card

Steps to Obtaining Your Driver’s License or Photo ID Card DMVM-pg Application Forms DL1P (over fifteen years of age) DL 5 Child ID Card for children under 15yrs (Identification Card for Minors) Use full legal name (no abbreviations or nicknames)

Appling for a Driver’s License or Learners Permit DMVM-pg.7-9 Two proofs of identification One proof of Virginia Residency Proof of your Social Security Number Proof of Legal Presence Photocopies will not be accepted DMV 141 provides a list of all acceptable documents

Appling for an Photo ID Card DMVM-pg. 8 Two proofs of Identity One proof of Virginia Residency Proof of Legal Presence Photocopies will not be accepted DMV 141 provides a list of all acceptable documents

VA. Photo Identification Card DMVM – pgs Must be a resident of VA No age restrictions All ID cards are valid for five years from the date of issuance The fee for an ID card is $10.00

Proof of Identity DMVM – pg. 8 Documents submitted as primary proof of identity must show your full legal name and date of birth (at least one document). Secondary proof must come from the primary list or secondary list. Under 19 documents must come from the primary list. A U.S. birth certificate or unexpired U.S passport will serve as a primary proof. These may also serve as proof of legal presence.

Social Security Number DMVM – pg. 8 Required to provide proof of your social security number. DMV will verify all SSNs with the Social Security Administration DMV will assign you a customer identification number which is displayed on your license

Proof of Virginia Residency DMVM – pg. 9 You must provide one proof of Virginia residency and provide the DMV with the street address of your principal Virginia residence. If you are under 19 your parent or legal guardian may certify your Virginia residence.

Proof of Legal Presence DMVM – pg. 9 All applicants for a first-time Virginia driver’s license or photo ID card must show proof of legal presence in the United States. A U.S. birth certificate or unexpired U.S passport will serve as a primary proof. For Acceptable Documents for Obtaining see form DMV 141. DMV 141 form can be view on

Class-Work Legal Presence #1 of 5 See handouts and DMVM-pg. 9 What does legal presence show? What are some example of documentation people can use who were born outside of the U.S. and who are not U.S. Citizens. Where can individual go to find this information? Are photocopies valid as acceptable documentation? If no, why not? Can photocopies be considered falsifying information? What are the consequences?

Bell Ringer #2 Day 2 What happens next ( minimum three paragraphs 5 sentences each)? As the cab pulled up to the Westridge Hotel, I became puzzled. This is not where I asked the driver to take me. The driver turned to me and said "Ask for Sarah at the concierge desk. She is expecting you."

Day 2 Objectives Copy Objectives Required Tests Practice Test (DMV Website) Payment Methods Types of VA Licenses Learners Permit Restrictions Driver’s License Restrictions

Take the Required Tests DMVM – pg. 10 Screen your Vision Eyesight (acuity) Peripheral Vision Color Depth Perception Two Part Knowledge Test 1. Signs 100% 2 General Knowledge 80% or 20 out of 25 questions If you fail the exam and are under age 18, you must wait 15 days before you can take the 25-question knowledge exam in part two. Two-dollar re-examination fee. Sample tests are located at

Class-Work #2 of 5 Vision Standards DMVM – pg What are the minimum vision requirements for in order to drive without a restricted driver’s license? 2. What are the vision score that would restrict you to driving during daylight hour only? 3. Can the DMV require you to see an ophthalmologist prior to giving you your learner permit or driver’s license? 4. Can you wear your glass or contact lenses during the vision screening?

Road Skills Test DMVM – pg. 10 Your will need to take the road skills test if you do not hold a valid out-of-state, Canadian, German or French driver’s license. You must provide the vehicle for the road test. The vehicle must have a valid state inspection sticker, license plates, and registration card. For applicants under 19 the road skills test will be given as part of the driver education course taken at public, private or a commercial driving school. The road skills test will be administered by a DMV representative. The test may be taken only once per business day. You may only take the road skills test three times during a three-month period.

Make Your Payment DMVM- pg. 11 Cash, Money Order, Check, Debit Card or Credit Card Refer to Chart at the bottom of page 11 in the DMV manual.

Types of Virginia Driver’s Licenses DMVM-pgs Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 1. Allows you to operate tractor-trailers, passenger buses, tank vehicles, school buses for 16 or more passengers or vehicles carrying hazardous materials 2. School Bus Driver’s License 1. To operate a school bus carrying fifteen passengers or less. 3. Motorcycle Driver’s License 1. Allows you to add a class M to your license 4. International Driver’s License 1. Is a foreign translation of your existing DMV driver’s license for use when driving a vehicle outside the U.S.

Class-Work Motorcycles #3 of 5 DMVM-pg Explain the procedures for obtaining your motorcycle learner’s permit. 2. Explain the procedures for obtaining your motorcycle license (Can you have a motorcycle license without a vehicle license? Explain).

First, Your Learner’s Permit DMVM pg. 2 pgs Be at least 15 years and six months old. Furnish proof of ID (See Handout). Passing Grades a signs test (100%); a general knowledge test (80%); and (If you fail the general knowledge three time you must then prove you have pass the classroom portion of drivers education!!!) a vision test. Lets take a Practice Test at

Your Learner’s Permit DMVM pg. 2 Under Age 18 Certify 45 hour log Under Age 19 Will not be required to take road test at DMV Home Schooled See HS-3 Information sheet located on DMV website

Learner’s Permit Restrictions DMVM - pg. 3 You can operate a vehicle with a licensed driver at least 21 years old or, an 18 year old licensed driver may accompany you only if he or she is your legal guardian, brother, sister, step-brother etc.

Driver Education Requirements DMVM – pgs Under 19 VA resident must complete a state-approved driver education program and hold your VA learner’s permit for 9 months. 1. The program must include 36 classroom periods of instruction 2. The program must include 14 in-car instruction periods – 7 periods of driving and 7 periods of instruction. 3. Upon classroom completion the student will receive a certificate of completion. 4. Upon completing the in-car instruction the student will receive a 180 day provisional license years - VA resident must hold a learner’s permit for at least 30 days or show proof of completion of a state- approved driver education program.

Bell Ringer #3 Day 3 and Quiz When you woke up this morning, you didn't notice anything out of the ordinary. Oddly enough, it turned into a day you would never forget. Write a story that starts with the phrase: "If it weren't for that (fill in the blank), I wouldn't be stuck in this pickle," and ends with "And that's how I ended up duct-taped to the (fill in the blank)." (minimum three paragraphs 5 sentences each)

Day 3 Objectives Copy Objectives Written Quiz Driver’s License Requirements Provisional License Restrictions Moving Violations Points Assessments Laws and Your License

Getting Your First License DMVM – pg If you are under 18 years of age, your parent or legal guardian must sign the certificate to verify your academic standing and to authorize issuance of your driver’s license. 2. If you are between ages 16 and 3 months and age 18, with your driver education certificate signed and a valid learner’s permit (held for nine months) you are allowed to drive without a licensed driver next to you (180 provisional license). 3. After you have held your permit nine months, turned 16 and 3 months and completed driver education you will receive a notice to appear in court for a licensing ceremony where you will receive you permanent driver’s license.

Must be at least 16 years and three months old Under 19 years old, must hold a learner’s permit for at least nine months Second, Your 180 Day License DMVM – pgs

Your 180 Day License DMVM – pgs. 2-3 Parent certify (signed each line) that their child has driven a motor vehicle for 45 hours, at least 15 of which were after sunset (see student parent manual).

Licensing Restrictions DMVM – pgs Other Types of Restrictions Hearing Aids Daylight Driving Only Left Accelerator Pedal Manual controls A restriction may be placed on your license. A code is placed on your license which designates the type of restriction.

Special Restrictions DMVM – pg. 3 If you have a mental or physical condition that may impair your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Must provide a medical statement from your doctor. DMV will evaluate the medical information to determine if a driver’s license may be issued or restricted.

Curfew Restrictions VA License or Learner’s Permit DMVM - pg.3 Drivers under 18 yrs. may not operate a motor vehicle between midnight and four a.m.

If under 18, all first time driver’s licenses are issued from the local juvenile and domestic relations court. Third, Your License DMVM-pg.3

Your License DMVM – pg. 12 Vertical- Under 21 Years Old Horizontal- Over 21 Years Old Expires on your birthday. Renew every 8 years after 20 th birthday

Moving Violations & Point Assessments See Handout

Administrative License Suspension (ALS) DMVM – pgs This is the Implied Consent Law; or if a driver refuses to submit to the breath test, the person’s license or the privilege to operate a motor vehicle is suspended immediately for 7 days.

Zero Tolerance DMVM – pgs If you are under age 21 and drive with a BAC of at least.02%, but less than.08%, you can be fined up to $500 and have your license suspended for six months.

Driving Restrictions DMVM – pg You may not carry more then One non-family passenger who is less than 18 years old. After One year you may drive Three passengers under 18 years.

Suspension DMVM – pgs The temporary loss of a driver’s license for usually days, but fewer then 365 days You must pay the required fee at the end of the suspension period. X

Revocation DMVM – pgs Your privilege to drive has been terminated for usually a year or longer. You must pay the required fees when you reapply after the revocation period. X

Cancellation DMVM – pgs Cancellation The withdrawal of a driver’s license or driving privilege until the driver is able to qualify. X

Class-Work #4 of 5 Requirements and Restrictions DMVM-pg. 2 and 3 1. What DMV sheet is used to refer to for home schooled student approved courses? 2. What are the procedures for home schooled students to receive a learner’s permit and a VA Driver’s License? 3. If you hold a valid out-of-state license, but do not have proof of a driver education course, how long will the state of VA give you to complete a certified course? 4. What special restrictions may cause a driver to receive a restricted license or not issue a license? 5. If you are under 18 years of age and hold a learner’s permit or driver’s license; In what circumstances can you drive between the hours of 12:00am and 4:00am?

Bell Ringer #4 Day #4 You've been going through a dry spell in the dating department, so you've been set up on a blind date. You're asked to meet this stranger at the food court in your local mall. When the date arrives you're shocked to find out that it's a famous fictional character. Describe the scene (who's the mystery date, how did you react and what happened the rest of the date). (minimum three paragraphs 5 sentences each)

Day 4 Objectives Copy Objectives Licensing and the Law Replacing, Renewing, Updating Your Licensing Services for persons with Disabilities Selective Service Organ Donation Inspection Insurance

Your License and the Law DMVM – pg Whenever you drive you must carry your driver’s license with you!! Any misuse is a misdemeanor. You could be fined, sentenced to jail, or your license can be suspended. For your own protection DO NOT: Allow an unlicensed driver to operate your vehicle Lend anyone your driver’s license Use anyone else’s driver’s license Display or possess a fraudulent driver’s license Use a suspended or revoked driver’s license

Your License and the Law DMVM – pg DMV is authorized to suspend or revoke your driver’s license: If you are convicted of a safety belt, child safety seat or demerit-point traffic violation committed when you were under age 18, you will be required to satisfactorily complete a driver improvement clinic. If you do not satisfactorily complete the clinic within 90 days, DMV will suspend your permit until the course is completed After your second demerit point conviction DMV will suspend your permit or license for 90 days. After a third demerit point conviction, DMV will revoke your permit or license or one year or until you reach age 18. The court can not grant restricted driving privileges. A third conviction within ten years for driving on a license suspended because of a DUI-related offense is a class 6 felony and carries a mandatory term of one to five years and/or a fine of 2,500.

Class-Work #5 of 5 Suspension and Revocation DMVM- pgs List 5 of the 8 offenses that the DMV can revoke or suspend your License. 2. If you are age 18 or 19 when are you required to complete a driver improvement clinic? 3. If you are age 18 or older what happens if you accumulate 8 demerit points in 12 months or 12 in 24 months? 1. Accumulate 12 demerit points in 12 months (18 in 24 months) 2. Accumulate 18 demerit points in 12 months (24 in 24 months) 4. List 8 of the 10 other ways your license may also be suspended or revoked. 5. What happens if you are convicted of driving while your license is revoked or suspended?

Replacing, Renewing or Updating Your Driver’s License or ID Card DMVM – pgs Your VA driver’s license and learner's permit always expire on your birthday and generally will expire when you reach an age the is divisible by five. You may be able to renew your driver’s license every other renewal cycle at You must complete your driver’s license renewal at a DMV customer service center if any of the following conditions exist: You are under age 21 and you have received one or more traffic convictions. Your license has expired You are age 80 or older (vision screening) You hold a CDL You are under medical review Other conditions may apply Military and Diplomats may request extensions (max 3 years)

Services for Persons w/Disabilities DMVM – pgs DMV offers parking permits for citizens with temporary or permanent disabilities that limit or impair their mobility Institutions and organizations who operate special vehicles equipped to carry persons with disabilities may also obtain parking permits. Receive special parking privileges (Fine $500 minimum). Temporary parking placards (pregnancy) Permanent placards License Plates (ISA) / License plates for hearing impaired / Driver’s license indicator (hearing and speech impaired or who are insulin- dependant. Indicator is placed on license) Entitle the holder to park in any parking space designated for a disabled person: park for up to four hours without paying a fee in a time restricted parking space.

Persons w/Disabilities DMVM – pgs Disabled parking privileges DO NOT entitle the holder to stop, stand or park in the following areas; 1. Where parking is prohibited; 2. In spaces reserved for other special types of vehicles; 3. Where it would clearly present a traffic hazard. Disabled Placard and Plate Holders May Not (fine 500 / revoked): 1. Allow a non-disabled individual to use his/her placard/plates. 2. Not displaying a placard / plate / ISA It is also Illegal to ( up to 1000 / jail / revocation): 1. Create or use a counterfeit replica of a disabled license plate or placard 2. Alter a disabled license plate or placard 3. Use another person’s disabled license plate or placard 4. Falsify information to obtain or assist another

Selective Service Registration DMVM – pg. 3 Generally, males under age 26 must register with the Selective Service. You must authorize the DMV to send your information to Selective Services. If you are under age 18 your parent or guardian must sign your application authorizing the Selective service to register you when you turn 18 years of age. Law prohibits DMV from issuing any type of driver’s license or photo ID to an applicant who is required by federal law to register. Questions?

Would you like to be an organ donor?

Organ Tissue Donation Waiting list is approx. 60,000 people. National network called, The United Network for Organ Sharing. Organ donation is denoted on the driver’s license as a red heart followed by “Organ Donor” in black

Vehicle Inspection - Within 60 days of moving here, you must get your vehicle inspected. - All vehicles registered in VA. Must be inspected each year

Why is insurance important? (See Handout / DMVM – pg. 5)

Insurance Prior to registering your vehicle, you must: Insure your vehicle with a company authorized to do business in VA. At a minimum, your insurance policy must provide the following liability insurance coverage: $25,000 for injury or death of one person; $50,000 for injury or death of two or more people; and $20,000 for property damage If your vehicle is not insured, you must pay a $500 Uninsured Motor Vehicle Fee. This does not provide insurance coverage, but allows you to register and operate the vehicle in VA for one year.

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Day 5 Objectives Copy Objectives Written Examination on Section I Introduction to Section II

Bell Ringer #5 Day #5 You're sitting at work one day and receive a text message from an unrecognized number. The text says, "I have the money and hid the body." You think this is a practical joke from a friend, so you play along at first. But the more texts you receive, the more you realize that it isn't a joke. Write the text conversation you have with this unknown texter.

Section Test 1 Good Luck!!