Chapter 1- the New Jersey Driver License System

Chapter 1- The New Jersey Driver License System

Classwork / Homework

1. A motorist that operates a motor vehicle in the State of New Jersey must carry what 3 things with them?

1. Valid Driver’s License, Probationary License, or NJ Permit

2. Valid Insurance Card

3. Vehicle Registration Cards

2. Individuals who have never had a driver’s license must complete what?

(GDL) Graduated Drivers License Program

3. The New Jersey (GDL) Graduated Driver License Program introduces what?

Driving Privileges in phases with a period of

4. GDL, special learner and examination permits are valid until what?

All qualifications for a probationary license are met

5. All examination permit and probationary drivers shall not operate a motor vehicle without displaying what?

Two visible, reflective decals on the license plate

6. Altering a driver license or showing an altered driver license may result in:

1. Loss of driving privileges

2. $1000 fine

3. 6 Month imprisonment

7. In addition, getting a driver license illegally may result in:

1. $200 Fine

2. $500 Fine

3. 30-90 days in prison

8. How old do you have to be to get a Basic Automobile License?

9. How old do you have to be to get a Probationary Automobile License?

10.Do you have to get a boating license to operate a power boat?

Yes

If so how old do you have to be?

11. How many ID point verifications do you need in order to apply for a driver’s license?

12. Failure to follow the Graduated Driver License Restrictions placed upon first-time drivers may result in:

1. $100 Fine

2. Suspension of driving privileges

13. What is the difference between:

Special Learner Permit and an Examination Permit?

Must have a behind the wheel training program (16)

Examination – must be 17

14. What requirements do you have to complete to get a Special Learner Permit?

1. Must be at least 16

2. Must have signed parent or guardian consent

3. Enrolled in behind the wheel driver training course

4. Instructor must purchase permit

5. Must pass MVC knowledge test

6. Must pay required fee

15. The next step would be to obtain a Probationary Driver’s License what requirements do you have to complete?

1. Complete 6 months supervised driving w/out suspensions or postponements

2. Must pass MVC road test

3. Must be at least 17

16. In order to get an Examination Permit what requirements do you have to complete?

1. Must pass MVC knowledge and vision test

2. Must be at least 17

3. Must pay required fee

4. Parent consent under 18

17. You cannot drive between what hours if you have a Special Learner Permit?

11:01 PM – 5:00 AM

18. You cannot drive between what hours if you have an Examination Permit or a Probationary Driver’s License?

11:01 AM – 5:00 AM

19. If you have a Special Learner Permit/Examination Permit/ or Probationary Driver’s License who are you allowed as passengers?

Parent/guardian and another person

20.Under Special Learner Permit/Examination Permit/ or Probationary Driver License restrictions what are you not allowed to do while driving?

Use cell phones or any other electronic device

21. If the Examination Permit or Provisional License holder is 21 years of age or older do hour and passenger restrictions apply?

22. If you DO NOT have a Special Learner’s Permit can you still go out and practice driving with a parent or guardian?

23. All GDL drivers under age 21, who possess a permit or probationary license are required to display what?

GDL decals on license plate

24. What do you need to provide to receive a GDL driver exemption to the hours rule?

Proof of occupation/religion

25. Can you drive a commercial truck with a basic driver’s license?