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 vertical-format

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.

loss of motorist’s driving privilege $1000 6 months $200 to $500 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. loss of motorist’s driving privilege $1000 6 months $200 to $500 imprisonment

Basic Automobile License For all types of Class D motor vehicles registered 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

At least one secondary document At least 1 primary document 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. 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 At least one secondary document All applicants must prove identity through a prescribed combination of documents that includes: Proof of Address At least 1 primary document At least 6 points of ID

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 at least 16 years old behind-the-wheel driver training for 6 hours knowledge and vision tests 2 years

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 at least 17

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 road test

Basic Driver License Basic Driver License Must be at least 18 years old Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving with probationary driver license restrictions

Early Bird Road Young Adult Road Adult Road Must be 21yrs old Special learners permit Practice at least 6mths with a licensed driver Probationary license at 17 Basic Driver’s License at 18 Young Adult Road Must be 17yrs old Examination Permit Probationary license at 17 ½ Basic Driver’s License at 18 ½ Adult Road Must be 21yrs old Practice at least 3mths with a licensed driver Basic Driver’s License

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 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.

reflectorized decal on each license plate GDL Requirements Decals All permit or probationary drivers under age 21 must display a (front/back) of any motor vehicle they operate. reflectorized decal on each license plate Decal Video

Special Permit and Examination Permit Holders Supervising driver who is over 21 and licensed to drive for at least three (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 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