1. Chapter 2 NJ Drivers Manual

2. Requirements for License 6 points of verification Vision Test Knowledge Test

3. Out of State and out of country applicants Applicants who wish to transfer a valid out-of-state license are required to take a vision screening. Out of state applicants between 17 and 18 years of age who possess a valid out of state license will be given a probationary license for a period of one year and must comply with GDL requirements and restrictions.

4. Test Vehicle Requirements For the road test and applicant must have a vehicle with a valid inspection sticker, a valid registration document, and a valid insurance ID card for the vehicle. The vehicle may not have any obstructions or consoles that prevent the examiner from reaching the foot or parking brakes. The applicant must have a valid permit and be accompanied by a licensed driver.

5. Accompanied Driver Requirements An applicant may drive a properly registered vehicle to the road test area. However, a licensed driver must remain in the vehicle with the applicant at all times.

6. Elements of the Road Test On the actual road test, an MVC examiner will ride with the applicant when he/she drives in an off-road test area or on a public road course. If the applicant's vehicle has a standard transmission, the examiner will ask the applicant to demonstrate his/her ability to correctly shift gears. If an applicant fails the road test, he/she must wait at least two weeks before taking the road test again.

7. Reasons for Rejection Improper/ expired/ 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 Parking brake doesn't work Unsafe tires Vehicle interior is not reasonably clean Failed Inspection, and motorist does not bring the report issued by the inspection station to road test area. Vehicle not equipped with radial tires or snow tires or chains when road is snow covered. Fast engine idle Missing seat belts.

8. During the Road Test Driving in reverse Following other vehicles Nearing corners, intersections Parking (parallel) Sitting Properly Starting a vehicle Steering Properly Stopping at signs Stopping Smoothly Turning Turning around Using the horn Yeilding the right of way