1. Welcome to Driver Education!
Chapter 1
Welcome to Driver Education!

2. Laws Governing Driver Licenses
Page 6-7
It is important to read through and be familiar with these laws
Please read through them now!

3. Digital Driver License

4. Digital Driver License
DDL - Digital driver license came about in 2004
point Identification process was adopted
Motorist under 21 have a distinct vertical format DDL
Most DDl are issued for 4 years

5. DDL
Altering a DDL will result in loss of motorist’s driving privilege, a fine up to $1, and/or 6 months in jail!
Getting a Driver license illegally may result in a fine of $ and up to $ and/or imprisonment of 30 to 90 days!

6. Restrictions 1 = corrective lenses 2= prosthetic device
Artificial device that replaces a missing body part
3=mechanical device
4= hearing impaired
5= attached restrictions

7. Types of NJ Licenses BASIC AUTOMOBILE LICENSE ( class D)
Minimum age 18 ( permit 16)
4 years expiration
Test required: KVR ( knowledge , vision, road)
PROBATIONARY AUTOMOBILE ( class D)
Minimum age 17

8. Types of NJ Licenses COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE ( class A, B,C)
Minimum age 18/21
4 years expiration
Test required CKVR
Motorcycle License (Class E or M – if already holds a basic)
Minimum age 17
Test required KVR

9. Types of NJ Licenses PROBATIONARY MOTORCYCLE LICENSE MOPED LICENSE
Minimum age 17
4 years expiration
Test required KVR
MOPED LICENSE
Minimum age 15
Not needed if operator has a class A,B,C,D, or E

10. Types of NJ Licenses AGRICULTURAL LICENSE BOAT LICENSE
For farming purposes only!
Minimum age 16
4 years expiration
Test required KVR
BOAT LICENSE
Test required n/a non tidal waters only

11. 6 Point ID Verification
All NJ drivers must complete 6 Point ID Verification by presenting documents that prove age, identity, and legal presence in the US
Must have at least one primary document
At least one secondary document
At least 6 points of ID
Proof of address
See chart on pg 12 in manual, information on CD ROM or njmvc.gov

12. GDL GDL = Graduated Driver License Implemented in 2001
System gradually introduced driving privileges to fist time driver
Failure to adhere to restrictions result in a $100 fine or a possible suspension of motorist driving privileges

13. Early Bird ( Option A) Step 1: Special learners permit
At least 16 years old, signed parent consent, enrolled in behind the wheel training, must pass MVC KV test, must pay fees
Step 2: Practice with adult supervising driver
Must observe learner permit restrictions, must practice at least 6 months

14. Early Bird ( Option A) Step 3 : Get Probationary License
Have 6 months of supervised driving without suspensions, must pass MVC road test, must be at least 17 years old
Step 4: With a Probationary Driver License
Must practice unsupervised for at least 1 year, must obey restrictions
Step 5: Get a Basic Driver License
Must be at least 18, have completed 1 year unsupervised driving, pay required fees

15. Young Adult Road ( Option B)
Step 1: Get an Examination Permit
Must pass MVC KV test, must be at least 17, pay fee, obtain consent from parent/guardian
Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving
Must practice with adult driver,at least 6 months, observe examination-permit driving restrictions
Step 3: Get Probationary License
Must complete 6 months supervised driving,must pass MVC road test

16. Young Adult Road ( Option B)
Step 4: Practice Unsupervised Driving
Practice at least 1 year, must follow restrictions
Step 5: Basic Driver License
Must be at least 18,complete one year unsupervised driving, pay fee

17. The Adult Road ( option C)
Step 1: Get an Examination Permit
Must be at least 21, pass MVC kV test, pay fee
Step 2: Practice Supervised Driving
Must practice with a supervising adult, must practice 3 months, must observe examination permit driving restrictions
Step 3: Get Probationary License
Must have completed 3 months of supervised driving, must pass MVC road test

18. The Adult Road ( option C)
Step 5: Get the Basic Driver License
Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving, may pay fee

19. Special Learner Permit Restrictions
No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am
No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices
Permit holder must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 or has 3 years of driving experience ( NJ driver)
Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger

20. Special Learner Permit Restrictions
ALL passengers and permit holder MUST wear their seat belt
Must display decals on license plates

21. Examination Permit Restrictions
No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am
No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices
Permit holder must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 or has 3 years of driving experience ( NJ driver)
Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian

22. Examination Permit Restrictions
ALL passengers and permit holder MUST wear their seat belt
Must display decals on license plates

23. Probationary Driver License Restrictions
No driving between 11:01 and 5:00 am
No using hand held or hands free cell phones or any electronic devices
Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian or dependent and ONE additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian
ALL passengers and probationary license holder MUST wear their seat belt

24. Probationary Driver License Restrictions
Must display decals on license plates

25. GDL Decal
All GDL drivers under age 21, who posses or permit or probationary license, are required to display two visible red, reflective on any vehicle they operate
They are to be displayed on the top left corner on the front and rear license plates
They are $4 a pair at MVC agency

26. GDL Driver
If the student commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with both the student and instructor of adult

27. Examination Permits for Out-Of-State Drivers
All out of state drivers are required to purchase an examination permit within 60 days of becoming a permanent NJ resident or when his/her out-of-state license expires, whichever comes first
Out-of-state drivers who are under 18 years of age and move to NJ are subject to the state’s GDL Program

28. Commercial Driver License
No one can apply for these licenses until they possess a Class D basic license first
Class A : GCWR ( gross combination weight rating)26,001 lbs or more. This is necessary for operation of tractor trailers or any truck or trailer over this GCWR
* Class A also allows the motorist to operate all vehicles in the class B,C, and D categories

29. Commercial Driver License
Class B: necessary to operate any vehicle with a GVWR ( Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of 26,001 lbs. or more, a bus designated to transport passengers of 16 or more
* Class B allows motorist to operate vehicles in the Class C and D categories

30. Commercial Driver License
Class C: necessary for any vehicle with a GVWR less than 26,001 lbs, any bus including school bus, and school vehicles

31. 6 Point ID
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