1. New Jersey Driver License System
Chapter 1
New Jersey Driver License System

2. Instant Activity – GDL Timeline
What do you know about the
GDL System Timeline?
(Requirements, Restrictions, Age, Type of License, Fee’s)
Work in Partners/Small Groups
Discuss as a class
Total Time: 5 Minutes

3. Types of New Jersey Licenses15 16 17 18

4. Laws Governing Driver License
Must carry VALID driver license or permit
Must carry VALID insurance & registration
Permit Driver must be accompanied by licensed driver
Address Change = 1 Week after moving
Name Change = 2 Weeks (Marriage, divorce, adoption)
Out of state license who moves to NJ = 60 Days
Must complete GDL Program in order to receive basic license
Reference Pg. 6-7

5. Digital Driver License
In 2004, NJ stopped issuing laminated paper license and implemented use of DDL.
DDL helps eliminate fraud!
Under age of 21 = Vertical DDL
Over age of 21 = Horizontal DDL
Altering a driver’s license or showing an altered driver license may result in loss of driving privilege, a fine or even imprisonment.
Reference Pg.8

6. Types of License Basic License Moped License Probationary License
Expiration – 4 Years
Minimum Age – 18 (Permit 16)
Permit Fee - $10
Photo License Fee - $24
Probationary License
Minimum Age – 17
Permit Fee - $10 ($4 GDL Decal)
Moped License
Expiration – 4 Years
Minimum Age – 15
Permit Fee - $5
Photo License Fee - $6
Reference Pg. 9-10

7. 6 Point ID Verification
NJ Driver license applicants must complete 6 Point ID Verification by providing documents that prove their age, identity, and legal presence in the U.S.
At least 1 Primary Document
At least 1 Secondary Document
At least Six Points of ID
Proof of Address
Reference Pg. 11

8. 4 Point Documents Valid Birth Certificate US Passport Current NJ DDL
Certificate of Citizenship
US adoption papers
Reference Pg. 13

9. 2 Point Documents US School Photo ID card High School Transcript
Reference Pg. 14

10. 1 Point Documents Social Security Card Bank Statement or record
ATM/Debit Card
Pay Stub (must have name/address)
Waiver certificate for written portion of Driver’s test.
Mail with address and name attached
Reference Pg. 14

11. Proof of Address
You must present proof of residential address, which may be, but is not limited to, ONE of these:
Credit Card or Utility Bill
Checking or Savings Account Statement
High School report card (MUST have name/address)
Reference Pg. 15

12. Advantages & Disadvantages
List 3 Advantages of getting your license
List 3 Disadvantages of getting your license
After listing Advantages & Disadvantages
Discuss Advantages as a class

13. Advantages Disadvantages

14. Graduated Driver License (GDL)
Established in 2001
Gradually introduced driving privileges to 1st time drivers.
Extends their practice driving time.
Requires a minimum age of 18 in order to receive basic driver license.
Failure to follow GDL restrictions will result in fines or possible suspension of license
GDL Study
Reference Pg. 16

15. The Early Bird Road Option
Reference Pg. 17

16. Step 1 – Special Learner Permit
Must be at least 16 years old
Signed parent or guardian consent
Enrolled in approved behind-the-wheel driving training
Approved instructor must purchase permit
Must pass MVC written & vision test
Must pay required fee

17. Step 2 – Practice Must practice at least six months
Must be accompanied by an adult supervising driver
Must follow permit driving restrictions

18. Step 3 – Probationary License
Must complete 6 months of supervised driving
Must pass MVC’s Road Test
Must be at least 17 years old

19. Step 5 – Basic Driver License
Must be at least 18 years old
Must complete 1 year of driving with Probationary license
Must pay required fee

20. Permit Restrictions No driving between 11:01PM – 5:00AM
No electronic devices
Must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult (21)
Passengers limited to any parent, guardian or dependent
Must wear seat belts
Must display decals on license plates

21. Probationary Restrictions
No driving between 11:01PM – 5:00AM
No Electronics
Passengers limited to dependents and 1 additional person unless accompanied by a parent/guardian
Must wear seat belts
Must display decals on license plates

22. GDL Decal
All GDL drivers under age 21, who possess a permit or probationary license are required to display two red decals on their license plate.
Decals are displayed on the top left corner of the front and rear license plate.
Decals are provided when permit is issued.
Fee - $4.00
Reference Pg. 21

23. Kyleigh’s Law