1. The Driver License System
Chapter 1

2. In 2004, NJ Changed to a digital driver’s license to prevent fraud
Altering a Driver’s License will result in jail time, fines and loss of license…

3. Activity: Get into your groups and create a list of all the types of licenses you can think of available in NJ…
Hint…There are 7

4. When I call on your group, provide one type of license…
-Probationary Automobile License
-Basic Automobile License
-Commercial Driver License
-Motorcycle License
-Moped License
-Agricultural License
-Boat License

5. All those licenses will have information about the driver, including:
-Name
-Address
-Date of Birth
-Any Restrictions…which are labeled by codes
Code 1 = Corrective lenses required (glasses, contacts)
Code 2 = Prosthetic Device (artificial leg)
Code 3 = Mechanical Device (additional side or rearview mirrors)
Code 4 = Hearing Impaired Driver (hearing aid)
Code 5 = Attached Restrictions (wheelchair modifications)

6. To get any of those license you need to prove who you are…
You need a total of 6 points with one primary document and
At least one secondary document
Primary (4 points)
-Birth Certificate
-Passport
-Adoption papers
Secondary (2 points)
-School ID
Secondary (1point)
-Social Security Card
-Bank Statement (must have address)
-Blue Card
-Report Card (must have address)

7. But how do I get my license???
Activity: Get into 6 groups. Each group will be responsible for making a poster that outlines one part the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program for NJ. Each group will present their portion of the process to the class…
Group 1 – The Early Bird Road Group 4 – Learner’s Permit Restrictions
Group 2 – The Young Adult Road Group 5 – Examination Permit Restrictions
Group 3 – The Adult Road Group 6 – Probationary Driver License Restrictions

8. What is the GDL Decal? What is the GDL Decal? What is the GDL Decal?
-$4 a pair -Placed in top left corner of plate
-Available at the DMV -Can be homemade from Home Depot, Lowes, etc
-$4 a pair -Placed in top left corner of plate
-Available at the DMV -Can be homemade from Home Depot, Lowes, etc

9. The Early Bird Road… Step 1 (Get Permit) -Must be 16 years old
-Must have Parent consent
-Must be enrolled in 6-hour behind-the-wheel training course
-Instructor must purchase the permit
-Must pass knowledge test
-Must pass vision test
-Must pay $10 fee
Step 2 (Practice)
-Must practice at least 6 months
Step 3 (Get Probationary License)
-Must complete 6 months supervised practice (no violations)
-Must pass DMV Road test
-Must be 17 years old
Step 4 (Practice)
-Practice unsupervised driving for at least one year
Step 5 (Get Basic Driver License)
-Must be 18 years old
-Must complete one year unsupervised driving (no violations)
-Must pay $24 fee

10. Special Learner Permit Restrictions
-No driving between 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
-No cell phones (including hands-free) or electronics
-Student must have supervising adult who is 21 years old and has had their
driver license for a minimum of 3 years
-Only allowed one additional passenger plus parent/guardian or dependents of
the permit holder
-All passengers must wear seatbelts
-GDL decals must be displayed

11. The Young Adult Road Step 1 (Get Examination Permit)
-Must be 17 years old
-Must have Parent consent
-Must pass knowledge test
-Must pass vision test
-Must pay $10 fee
Step 2 (Practice)
-Must practice at least 6 months
Step 3 (Get Probationary License)
-Must complete 6 months supervised practice (no violations)
-Must pass DMV Road test
Step 4 (Practice)
-Practice unsupervised driving for at least one year
Step 5 (Get Basic Driver License)
-Must be 18 years old
-Must complete one year unsupervised driving (no violations)
-Must pay $24 fee

12. Examination Permit Restrictions
-No driving between 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
-No cell phones (including hands-free) or electronics
-Student must have supervising adult who is 21 years old and has had their
driver license for a minimum of 3 years
-Only allowed one additional passenger plus parent/guardian or dependents of the permit holder (unless parent/guardian is in the car)
-All passengers must wear seatbelts
-GDL decals must be displayed

13. Probationary License Restrictions
-No driving between 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
-No cell phones (including hands-free) or electronics
-Only allowed one additional passenger plus any dependents of the license holder (unless parent/guardian is in the car or driver is over 21)
-All passengers must wear seatbelts
-GDL decals must be displayed

14. The Adult Road Step 1 (Get Examination Permit) -Must be 21 years old
-Must pass knowledge test
-Must pass vision test
-Must pay $10 fee
Step 2 (Practice)
-Must practice at least 3 months
Step 3 (Get Probationary License)
-Must complete 3 months supervised practice (no violations)
-Must pass DMV Road test
Step 4 (Practice)
-Practice unsupervised driving for at least one year
Step 5 (Get Basic Driver License)
-Must complete one year unsupervised driving (no violations)
-Must pay $24 fee

15. Violations of any of the GDL restrictions may result in $100 fine or possible suspension of driving privileges.