1. New Jersey Driver License System
DDD
DIGITAL DRIVERS LICENSE

2. TYPES OF NEW JERSEY LICENSES
8 Types of Licenses and Classes
Basic Automobile License Class D
Probationary Automobile License Class D
Commercial Drivers License Classes A-B-C
Motorcycle License Class E/M*
Probationary Motorcycle License Class E
Moped License And Boat License NO Class
Agricultural License Class G

3. DDD NJ issues a Digital Drivers License for several reasons
It is SECURITY ENHANCED with more than 20 covert and overt features
Has FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY
All these prevent identity theft
UNDER 21 = VERTICAL valid for 4 years
OVER 21 = Horizontal valid for 4 years

4. ALTERING A DRIVERS LICENSE
Presenting an ALTERED Drivers License may result in the following:
Loss of a motorist driving privilege
A fine up to $ and/or up to six months imprisonment
IF YOU OBTAIN A LICENSE ILLEGALLY may result in a fine up to $ $ and/or imprisonment for 30 – 90 days

5. STARTING THE PROCESS
In NJ you must prove your age, identity, and legal presence in the US before you can get a permit.
HOW DO YOU PROVE THIS ?

6. 6 Points of ID Must have at least 1 PRIMARY document
Must have at least 1 SECONDARY document
TOTAL for these DOCUMENTS Must be worth
6 points or more
Must have PROOF of Address
Must Have Social Security Number
ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE ORIGINAL OR CERTIFIED COPIES IN ENGLISH WITH PROPER SEALS FROM STATE OR MUNICIPAL SEATS

7. OPTIONS FOR OBTAINING A DRIVERS LICENSE
3 OPTIONS : A - B C
OPTION A: The Early Bird Road
age = at least 16
OPTION B: The Young Adult Road
age = at least 17
OPTION C: The Adult Road
age = at least 21

8. GDL MULTI STAGE DRIVER LICENSING SYSTEM
Gradually introduces driving privileges
Extends practice driving time
Requires MINIMUM age of 18 to receive an UNRESTRICTED Basic Drivers License
ALL RESTRICTIONS MUST BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO
FAILURE to do so may result in a fine of $ or possible suspension of driving privilege.

9. NJ GDL Law Permit At 16 (6 hrs. BTW) Or 17 (Hold Minimum 6 Months)
TALKING POINTS
Enter the system at 16 with 6 hours of behind the wheel or at 17 without the behind the wheel training.
License at minimal age of 17 after holding permit for 6 months.
Hold provisional license for a minimum of 12 months before becoming eligible for basic non-restricted license. GDL holders need to go back to the MVC to change over the license. It will not automatically turn into a basic license.
Restrictions: 11pm curfew, 1 passenger (unless accompanied by parent or guardian or if the passengers are the teen’s children) everyone in the vehicle must wear a seatbelt. GDL holders are not allowed to use any type of electronic devices (cell phones- either handheld or hands-free, ipods etc)
Ask parents to refer to the GDL brochure in their toolkit and post on their refrigerator as a quick reference guide.
Permit At 16 (6 hrs. BTW) Or (Hold Minimum 6 Months)
License At (Hold Probationary License Minimum 12 Months)
Restrictions Nighttime, Passengers, Seat Belts, Portable Electronic Devices
GDL Exercise
Instructions: Locate the NJ GDL Program “cheat sheet” and present it to the group. The GDL is the road to becoming a safe new driver. Please take a moment to read the three-step route and answers to questions about the license.
Let’s go over the answers to these questions.
What is it?
Why have it:
How does it work?
How many routes are available?
What is the three-step route?
Are there restrictions for the permit or provisional license? If yes, what types?
What else should I and my teen driver know?
GDL Exercise
Instructions: Locate the NJ GDL Program “cheat sheet” and present it to the group. The GDL is the road to becoming a safe new driver. Please take a moment to read the three-step route and answers to questions about the license.
Let’s go over the answers to these questions.
What is it?
Why have it:
How does it work?
How many routes are available?
What is the three-step route?
Are there restrictions for the permit or provisional license? If yes, what types?
What else should I and my teen driver know?
Present available tools: Parent guide check lists and tips for teaching your teen to drive and driving log. Talking points should strongly encourage parents to expose their young driver to various road and weather conditions noting that it is safer and smarter to expose them to these conditions while you're in the vehicle. 9

10. Getting your Permit in N.J.
Special Learner’s Permit
Examination Permit
At least 16 yrs. old
Parent/Guardian consent
Enrolled in Approved B-T-W Driving School
Pass knowledge & vision tests
Pay required fee
Instructor must purchase permit
AFTER 6 HRS. TRAINING
PRACTICE DRIVING RESTRICTIONS
Supervising driver- NJ licensed driver w/ 3 yrs. Experience, at least 21 yrs. old. Must be in the FRONT seat
Must complete 6 months supervised driving.
At least 17 yrs. Old
Parent/Guardian consent
Pass knowledge & vision tests
Pay required fee
PRACTICE DRIVING RESTRICTIONS
Supervising driver- NJ licensed driver w/ 3 yrs. Experience, at least 21 yrs. old. Must be in the FRONT seat
Must complete 6 months supervised driving.

11. Getting Your Permit in N.J. continued
Special Learner’s Permit
Examination Permit
Driver may not use cell phones or any electronic devices.
Passengers are limited to a Parent, Guardian or DEPENDENT.
Only one Passenger is allowed in the vehicle.
NO driving between the hours of 11:01p.m. and 5:00a.m.
EVERYONE in the vehicle must wear a seat belt.
Driver may not use cell phones or any electronic devices.
Passengers are limited to a Parent, Guardian or DEPENDENT .
Only one Passenger is allowed in the vehicle.
NO driving between the hours of 11:01p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
EVERYONE in the vehicle must wear a seat belt

12. Provisional License Requirements
After 6 months of supervised practice you may take the “ROAD TEST”.
If you pass, you get your Provisional License.
Now you can drive UNSUPERVISED with the following restrictions:
Driver may not use cell phones or any electronic devices..
Only one passenger is allowed in the vehicle.
NO driving between the hours of 11:01p.m. and 5:00a.m.
EVERYONE in the vehicle must wear a seat belt.
**traffic offenses are the responsibility of both the student and supervising adult.
**Violating the GDL or Provisional restrictions will result in $100 fine & /or suspension of driving privileges.

13. NJ GDL Law
TALKING POINTS
Enter the system at 16 with 6 hours of behind the wheel or at 17 without the behind the wheel training.
License at minimal age of 17 after holding permit for 6 months.
Hold provisional license for a minimum of 12 months before becoming eligible for basic non-restricted license. GDL holders need to go back to the MVC to change over the license. It will not automatically turn into a basic license.
Restrictions: 11pm curfew, 1 passenger (unless accompanied by parent or guardian or if the passengers are the teen’s children) everyone in the vehicle must wear a seatbelt. GDL holders are not allowed to use any type of electronic devices (cell phones- either handheld or hands-free, ipods etc)
Ask parents to refer to the GDL brochure in their toolkit and post on their refrigerator as a quick reference guide.
1st License At 17
PROBATIONARY License FOR THE 1st year (any age)
MUST GO IN PERSON TO MVC TO CHANGE PROBATIONARY DDL TO BASIC DDL AFTER COMPLETING PROBATIONARY DRIVING PERIOD
License will be VERTICAL until age 21
GDL Exercise
Instructions: Locate the NJ GDL Program “cheat sheet” and present it to the group. The GDL is the road to becoming a safe new driver. Please take a moment to read the three-step route and answers to questions about the license.
Let’s go over the answers to these questions.
What is it?
Why have it:
How does it work?
How many routes are available?
What is the three-step route?
Are there restrictions for the permit or provisional license? If yes, what types?
What else should I and my teen driver know?
GDL Exercise
Instructions: Locate the NJ GDL Program “cheat sheet” and present it to the group. The GDL is the road to becoming a safe new driver. Please take a moment to read the three-step route and answers to questions about the license.
Let’s go over the answers to these questions.
What is it?
Why have it:
How does it work?
How many routes are available?
What is the three-step route?
Are there restrictions for the permit or provisional license? If yes, what types?
What else should I and my teen driver know?
Present available tools: Parent guide check lists and tips for teaching your teen to drive and driving log. Talking points should strongly encourage parents to expose their young driver to various road and weather conditions noting that it is safer and smarter to expose them to these conditions while you're in the vehicle. 13

14. BASIC DRIVER’S LICENSE
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 yrs. old
Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving requirements
Must go to M.V.C. to upgrade their Provisional license to a
BASIC DRIVER’S LICENSE
Must pay required fee ($24)
**All information taken from “njmvc.gov”

15. GDL Decal Must Be on Any Vehicle Driven by a GDL Holder
Placement on Front and Rear License Plates
Removable
Purchase at MVC
$100 Fine for Failure to Display
$100 Fine for ANY GDL laws broken