Drivers Education Mr. Ressler

DO NOW: What Kind Of Driver Are You Going to Be? How is Driving Going to Change Your Life?

Graduated Driver License(GDL) New Jersey system that gradually introduces driving privileges to 1 st time drivers. GDL extends practice driving time, requires a min. age of 18 in order to receive an unrestricted, basic drivers license Failure to adhere to restrictions can result in fines and/or suspension of driving privilege.

Special Learner Permit ◦Must be at least 16 years old ◦ONLY DRIVING INSTRUCTOR CAN PURCHASE PERMIT!!! ◦Pass MVC Vision Test ◦Pass MVC Knowledge Test ◦Enroll in “behind the wheel” course ◦Parent/Guardian Consent

Once you attain permit, you may… ◦now practice with a supervising adult  At least 21 years old  Have NJ license for 3 years min. ◦Follow all restrictions(page 20) ◦No driving between 11:01pm- 5Am ◦No cell phones/Ipods/Wireless devices ◦Limited to any parent and 1 addt. passenger

You turn 17… With 6 months of supervised driving, you are eligible to get the probationary license ◦Must be 17 ◦Must pass MVC road test

Probationary License Must practice unsupervised driving for 1 year. Observe all restrictions including ◦No driving 11PM- 5am ◦No phones/ipods ◦License Plate Decals ◦Limited to (1) non family member

Basic Drivers License Must be at least 18 1 year min of unsupervised driving ◦Starts from the day your probationary license is issued Pay required fee

Steps to Obtain a Basic NJ Driver License Turn 16 Have a Driving Instructor Purchase your permit Pass the NJDMV eye Test Pass the Knowledge Test 6 Hours Behind the Wheel Training Have the Permit Validated Pass the DMV Road Test on/after your 17 th birthday Exchange your permit for a probationary License On the 1 year anniversary of your road test, exchange your probationary license for the Basic license