Drivers Ed
Ploe Teacher Notes
Updated Sept. 2026
Chapter 1& 2 | The New Jersey Driver License System Chapter 1 pages 2-28 | Chapter 2 pages 29-37 Updated September 2026 |
Questions/Main Ideas 1. How long does one have to change their address? 2. Altering, fraudulently obtaining or presenting a driver’s license may result in: 3. What are the consequences for violation of the GDL permits or probationary license? 4. At what age can a student get their GDL special learner’s permit? How? 5 things need to be completed 5. What four requirements must a validated GDL special learner’s permit holder meet to obtain a probationary license? 6. A probationary driver is probationary for how long? 7. If a person has their GDL examination permit, when do they become eligible for their basic driver’s license? | Notetaking Column Page: 4 • one week Page 6 1. Altered driver license may result in the loss of a motorist’s driving privilege 2. A fine up to $1,000 3. Up to six months imprisonment Page: 14 1. $100 fine 2. Possible suspension of your license Page 15 Age: 16 1. Parent/Guardian Consent 2. BTW Training 3. Instructor purchases permit 4. Pass Knowledge & Vision Tests 5. Pay Fee Page 15 1. Complete 6 hours behind the wheel training 2. Complete 6 months of supervised driving (minimum of 50 hours, 10 at nights) 3. Pass MVC Road Test 4. 17 Years old Page: 15 • One year Page 16 • After completed 1-year of unsupervised driving and 18 years old |
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8. What is the main 2 differences between a Special Learner’s Permit and an Examination Permit? 9. As a holder of a probationary license, under the age of 21, you may drive unsupervised (alone) when what requirements are met? 10. What hours can someone with a GDL special learner’s permit not drive? 11. What requirements must a supervising driver meet in order to drive with a student permit holder? 12. How many passengers may accompany a validated GDL special learners permit holder or provisional driver under 21 years of age? 13. What must a holder of a Special Learner’s/Examination permit always have with them when driving? 14. Who is required by the GDL law to wear a seat belt? 15. What hours can someone with a GDL examination permit or probationary license, under 21, drive? | Page 15/16 Special Learner’s Permit Examination Permit 16 17 REQUIRES Behind the Wheel Training (Driving School) No behind the wheel training needed Page: 16 • Age 17 • Completed 6 months of supervised driving • Pass Road Test Page 18 • 11:01pm to 5am Page 18 • 21 years old & 3 years driving experience • Must have NJ license Page 18 • Parent/guardian and one additional passenger Page 18 • An adult Page 18 • Every passenger Page 18 • 5:01am to 11:00pm |
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16. List 2 things a probationary driver is restricted from using: 17. The holder of an examination permit or probationary license, 21 or older is limited to how many passengers? 18. What are the time restrictions for permit holders, 21 years or older? 19. Any vehicle operated by a GDL driver under 21years old must display…. 20. What is NJ Donate Life Registry? How can you enroll? CHAPTER 2 21. On your written/knowledge test, what is the minimum requirements to pass your test? 22. What is the Safety Pledge to Nikhil? 23. In addition to your 6 points of ID and using a vehicle with a valid inspection sticker, what 3 documents must be presented at the time of a road test? | Page 18 • Handheld or hands free cell phone • Any electronic devices Page 18 • As many passengers as there are seatbelts for Page 18 • There are no restrictions Page 18 • two visible, red reflective decals, distributed through the MVC, on any vehicle that they operate. Page 22 • Organ donation • When you turn 18 and apply for an unrestricted driver license, or renew your license, you will be asked if you want to be included in New Jersey’s Donate Life Registry. Page 31 80 percent, or 40 of the 50 questions, must have correct answers. Page: 32 Purpose: Nikhil’s Law reinforces the dangers of failing to comply with New Jersey’s motor vehicle traffic laws.
Pledge 1. Stop Completely 2. Stay Alert 3. Talk Safe 4. Plan Ahead Page 35 1. Validated permit 2. Valid insurance card 3. Valid registration card |
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24. During the road test, what must accompany you at all times in the car? Failure to comply results in an automatic failure. 25. What are 5 reasons your vehicle could be rejected for the road test? | Page 35 • A licensed driver must remain in the vehicle with the applicant at all times. Page 37 • Improper, expired or no inspection sticker • Lack of examiner access to foot brake or parking brake • Any defect or condition that affects the safe operation of the test vehicle, such as but not limited to: • Poor brakes (pedal must not fade or go to the floorboard) • Dashboard brake warning light on • Parking brake, brake lights, or signal lights not working • Unsafe tires (smooth, cut, badly worn) • Vehicle interior is not in reasonably clean condition • Vehicle failed inspection, and motorist does not bring the Vehicle Inspection Report issued by the inspection station to the road test area • Fast engine idle (cannot judge speed control) • Missing seat belts (seat belts are required on all vehicles manufactured after July 1, 1966) • Tinting on driver and/or front door windows • Missing rear-view mirrors – interior and/or driver door • Broken or cracked window glass • Passenger and/or driver’s door or window does not operate from the inside |
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