Nevada Graduated Driver License NV Driver Education Curriculum Unit 1: Driver Responsibility and Licensing Presentation 3 of 4

Before we begin... Let’s Talk About It Take 60 seconds to discuss: Should teen drivers have restrictions placed upon them? Why or Why not? Share your thoughts with a partner.

Young Drivers Novice drivers have higher crash rates Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens (more than 1 out of every 3 teen deaths) Crash risk is most high during the 1 st year of driving In 2008, nine (9) teens ages died every day from motor vehicle injuries Death rate for teen males is almost twice that of females Over half the teens who died in crashes had teen drivers. Two-thirds weren’t wear seat belts.

Driver Education Course Driver Education is governed by the state Must be 15 years old to enroll Minimum 30 hours of classroom instruction (may take online) Public (at local school) or Private (pay 3 rd party) Some courses may include behind the wheel and classroom instruction If class unavailable in rural area, requires addition driving experience hours in lieu of coursework NOT required for instruction permit, yet NEEDED for getting a license

Nevada Teen Drivers Driving is a privilege bestowed upon you by your state Nevada DMV has created a handbook and guide to help teens prepare for this important milestonehandbookguide –Learn laws and expectations –Practice driving skills It’s up to you to drive safely and buckle up! Driving log inside

NV Minor Driver’s License Vertical format Issued to those under 21 years of age If under 18, will feature red banner “UNDER 18 UNTIL” with date of 18 th birthday Back has barcode

Parental Rights & Responsibilities Parents/guardians may request cancellation of a license at any time until the driver turns 18. Cancelled Parents/guardians who knowing and willfully allow an underage driver to drive without a license or drive in violation of any teen driving laws are held responsible for all fines and/or fees for citation or accidents.

NV Signed Affidavit Your underage license may be… –Suspended or revoked if under the influence of alcohol or drugs (blood alcohol level of 0.02) –Suspended up to two (2) years Graffiti or defacing property Criminal activity involving alcohol or drugs –Suspended or issuance delay for: Firearms Habitual truancy Speed contests

Implied Consent Laws All states have enacted the implied consent law A person driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle is deemed to have given consent to breath or blood testing. –Law enforcement may use reasonable force to obtain blood sample Refusal is grounds for an arrest

Graduated Driver License (GDL) Graduated driving license (GDL) laws allow licensure of inexperienced teen drivers Requires young drivers to progress through a series of licensing stages GDL are used around the nation and world –Attempt to reduce the number of accidents involving new drivers Research shows that, it takes a new driver about five years to develop the driving ability demonstrated by an ‘average’ driver.

Nevada GDL Three (3) stages of the Nevada graduated driver license Restricted License 6-24 months Ages Restricted License 6-24 months Ages Full Privilege License Age 18 Full Privilege License Age 18 Instruction Permit 6-12 months Age 15 ½ Instruction Permit 6-12 months Age 15 ½

Stage 1: Instruction Permit Be at least 15 ½ years old Pass the vision and written (knowledge) test Parent/guardian sign for financial responsibility –May REVOKE at any time while under 18 years old Valid for one year –If expires must re-apply and have parent sign again –If beyond 30 days of expiration, will have to re-take written exam 1 st Step

Permit Requirements Must be accompanied by licensed driver over 21 years of age at all times –With at least one year of licensed experience –Seated beside you Time to gain experience & skills

Practice Driving Practice driving in a wide variety of traffic situations and road conditions: –Day and night –City and rural –Freeway or expressway –Hazardous weather New situations bring new learning experiences Develop safe driving habits

Use IPDE & Zone Control IPDE is an organized system for seeing, thinking, and responding to traffic I dentify important information in the current driving situation P redict when and where possible points of conflict may develop D ecide when, where, and how to communicate, adjust speed, and/or change positions to avoid conflict E xecute the correct action(s) to prevent conflict Use Zone Control for managing space around your car

Developing Good Driving Skills Driving is primarily a decision-making process –Use IPDE and Zone Control to become a low-risk driver Your maturity, emotions, and attitude affect your driving You need to know your limits and your vehicle’s

Stage 2: Restricted License At least 16 years old, through age 18 Held an Instruction Permit for at least 6 months Pass driving skills test Certificate of Completion of Driver Education Log 50 hours of driving –10 hours must be during the night No moving violations, accidents, or drug/alcohol conviction within the last 6 months

Provisions of Restricted License Enforced until driver turns 18 Cannot transport any passengers (except family) under age of 18 for first 6 months May not drive between the hours of 10pm – 5am –Unless traveling to/from scheduled event (work or school function) Parent/guardian may REVOKE at any time while under 18 years old

Stage 3: Full Driver’s License Age 18 Unrestricted license Financially responsible for own actions

Passengers Statistics show that 16- and 17-year-old driver death rates increases with each additional passenger

Speak Up Reckless driving is the #1 killer of year olds. Over 60% of teen passenger deaths occur when another teen is driving It’s pretty simple, really… if you’re riding with friends and you don’t feel safe, you need to speak up. Speaking up could save your life. AND… Buckle Up Final Thoughts