Drivers Ed - Chapter 1

What must a motorist carry to operate a motor vehicle in the state of NJ?

Valid Driver's License, Insurance, Vehicle Registration Cards

Who must a permit driver be accompanied by in a vehicle?

An adult, who is adult 21 years or older with driving experience of three years and possesses a valid NJ driver's license

How long does a motorist have to report a change of address?

One week after moving

How long does a motorist have to report a change of name?

Two weeks

Once they have moved to New Jersey, how long does an out of state driver have to get a New Jersey driver's license?

60 days or before the current license expires (whichever is sooner)

Who must complete the Graduated Driver License Program (GDL)? What does GDL do?

New drivers between the ages of 16-18 must complete GDL. GDL gives young drivers the chance to safely gain driving experience before obtaining full driving privileges

How long are GDL permits valid for?

Until qualifications for a provisional license are met or two years whichever occurs first

What must Drivers License under the age of 18 present?

A complete consent form signed by a parent or guardian

What must all NJ Driver License applicants provide?

Full Name, Current Address, Social Security Number, 6 Points of ID

What must all New Jersey permit and probationary drivers display on their vehicles?

A decal that lets other drivers know that they are probationary/permit drivers

What is the penalty for altering or showing an altered driver's license?

Loss of driver's privilege, Fine of $1000, and/or 6 months imprisonment

What is the penalty for getting a driver's license illegally?

Fine of $200-$500, and/or 30-90 days in jail

What are restrictions which may appear on a license? What are endorsements and what might be a typical endorsement on a non-commercial license?

Corrective lenses

What types of licenses are available in New Jersey and what are the classifications?

basic automobile license, probationary license, agricultural license

How many primary documents do you need to fulfill the 6 points of verification?

At least one primary document

They need to know where you _____

live

How many secondary documents do you need to fulfill the 6 points of verification?

At least one secondary document

They need to have your _____________

Social Security Number

What is the minimum age to receive a Special Learner's

16

What is the minimum age to receive an Examination Permit?

17

What is the minimum age to receive a Probationary License?

17

What is the minimum age to receive a basic license?

18

What requirements must be met to obtain a special learner's permit?

Must be at least 16, Must have parent/guardian consent, Must pass the written test, Must pay required fee, Must be enrolled in approved behind the wheel training course, An approved instructor must purchase the permit

When you have a Special Learner's Permit, how much supervised driving must you complete?

6 months

When you have an examination permit (under 21), how much supervised driving must you complete?

6 months

When you have an examination permit (21 or older), how much supervised driving must you complete?

3 months

What are the driving restrictions for the holder of a Special Learner's Permit?

No driving after 11:01 pm or before 5 am

Who receives the penalties incurred for a traffic violation while a permit driver operates the vehicle?

Both the permit holder and the supervising driver.

What is the minimum age to take a class D road test in NJ?

17

How long is a basic license valid for?

4 years