Chapter One

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Chapter One

• The New Jersey Driver
• License System

Miss. Panno
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The NJ License System

• Legal name changes MUST be
  reported to the MVC within 2 weeks.

• Legal residence changes must be
  made within 1 week.

• To get a basic drivers license you
  must be 18 years of age.

• When going for a road test, a driver who has
  been licensed for 3 years must accompany
  the driver. This person must also be over
  21 years old.

• If you possess a license from out of
  state, you have 60 days to apply for
  a New Jersey license, or until the
  out-of-state license expires.
• PG 6-7

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Digital Driver License

• http//abclocal.go.com/wabc/video?id8125235
• In 2004 NJ stopped using laminated paper licenses
• In 2011 NJ began using a next generation of
  security-enhanced
• DDL, along with new facial recognition features
• DDL Has more than 20 hidden and obvious security
  features
• Motorists under 21 are issued a distinctive
  vertical-format DDL
• Motorists 21 years of age and older are issued a
  horizontal format DDL
• Driver Licenses are valid for 4 years
• An Altered DDL can result in 6 month suspension,
  loss of driving privileges
• 1000 fine
• Getting a license illegally can result in loss
  of driving license, a
• fine of 200-500, and imprisonment of 30 to
  90 days

PG 7
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RESTRICTIONS
Restrictions on licenses appear on license in a
coded form
Restrictions include

• 1 - Corrective Lenses
• 2 - Prosthetic Device
• 3 - Mechanical Device
• 4 - Hearing Impaired
• 5 - Attached Restrictions

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Motorist MUST always carry a valid driver or
  probationary
• license, a current vehicle registration and
  proof of valid
• liability auto insurance while operating a
  vehicle on New
• Jersey roadways
• http//www.ehow.co.uk/video_2201793_pulled-over
  -driver_s- license_.html
• If you move from out-of-state into New Jersey you
  have up
• to 60 days to apply for a new license.
  Commercial drivers
• have 30 days.
  PG 6

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TYPES OF LICENSES
Can you come of with 7 different types of driver
licenses?
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TYPES OF LICENSES (cont.)

• Class D Basic Driver License. For all types of
  motor vehicles except motorcycles. Must be
  minimum of 18 years old
• Class A, B, C Commercial Driver License. Driving
  lager trucks, buses, and vehicles that move
  hazardous materials. Must hold a Basic Driver
  License and be 18 years of age
• Class E Motorcycle License. Class M if Driver
  holds a Basic License. Must be minimum of 17
  years old
• Class F Moped license. For unlicensed drivers at
  least 15 years old and older. Not needed if
  driver already has class A, B, C, D, or E
  license.
• Class G Agricultural license. Farming purposes
  only. May obtain for individuals between ages 16
  and 17
• Boating License which doesn't have a class. Only
  needed in non-tidal water. Must be minimum of 16
  years old
• PG 10

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Commercial Driver License (CDL)

• For large trucks buses and vehicles.
• There Are Three Classes of a Commercial License
  A, B, C
• Applicants must be 18 years of age and hold a
  Basic Driver License
• Different Classes are determined by vehicle
• 
  
  PG 10
• 
  PG 6

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Lost or Stolen Licenses
What do you do if your license is lost or stolen?

If your license is lost or stolen you report it
to the Police. To obtain a new license go to an
MVC agency. Your new license will be labeled as a
duplicate.
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COMMERCIAL LICENSE
MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

• Class E
• Holder must have basic drivers license
• Class M if holder already holds a Basic
• Driver License

• Class A,B,C
• Large trucks, buses, HAZMAT

AGRICULTURAL LICENSE
BOAT LICENSE

• Class G
• Holder must 16-17 years old

• No Class
• Motorboats in non tidal waters
• 16 years old

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The 6 Point I.D Verification Program

• In order to obtain your driving permit you must
  have identification that total up to 6 points.
• They must verify your age, name, address, and
  social security number (SSN).
• Such as your birth certificate, social security,
  passport, or your citizenship.
• At Least One Primary Document
• At Least One Secondary Document
• At Least Six Points of ID
• Proof of Address
• PG 11

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Examples of Primary Documents

• Valid Birth Certificate (4 points)
• US Passport current or expired less than 3
  years (4 points)
• Current NJ Digital Driver License (4 points)
• Current NJ Digital non-driver ID card (4
  points)
• Current NJ Digital Boat License (4 points)
• US Adoption Papers (4 points)
• 
  
  PG 13

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Examples of Secondary Documents

• Civil marriage, domestic partner, or civil
  union certificate issued by the municipality
  where the ceremony occurred (3 points)
• Ordered or decree of divorce, dissolution or
  termination (3 points)
• Court order for legal name change, signed by
  judge or court clerk (3 points)
• US School photo ID card with transcript or
  school records (2 points)
• US College photo ID card with transcript (2
  points)
• Bank statement or record (1 point - CANNOT use
  more than 2 of these)
• Social Security Card (1 point - CANNOT use more
  than 2 of these)
• 
  
  PG 14

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Examples of Proof of Address

• Utility or credit card bill issued in past 90
  days showing your name at current address
• Checking or savings account statement from a
  bank or credit union issued in the past 60 days
• High school or college report card containing
  your address within the past 2 years
• If you are under 18 a parent or guardian
  certification that verifies you are living with a
  parent or guardian
• 
  
  PG 15

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GDL Introduced in 2001 Purpose of System
is to introduce driving privileges gradually
for first-time drivers, extends practice time
Requires a MINIMUM
age of 18 years old to receive an
unrestricted Basic Driver License Failure to
comply with GDL Restrictions will result in a
fine of 100 and possible suspension of
driving privileges

PG 16
Graduated Driver License Program

• GDL Roll Call Video

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Graduated Driver License Program
3 Different Paths of GDL

• The Early Bird Road
• 6 Hours Behind-The-Wheel Instruction
• Special Learner Permit
• 6 months Supervised Driving
  (passenger and time restrictions apply)
• 16 years old
• The Young Adult Road
• Examination Permit
• 6 months Supervised Driving
  (passenger and time restrictions apply)
• Minimum age 17 Years old
• The Adult Road Examination Permit
• 3 months Supervised
  Driving(passenger and time restrictions DONT
• apply)
• 21 Years and Older
• 
  
  PG 17

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Graduated Driver License (GDL)

• Presents driving privileges for first-time
  drivers and applicants that are under 21 years
  and 21 and older.
• Passed MVC's knowledge and vision tests
• EARLY BIRD PATH (YOUR PATH)
• Step 1 Get a Special Learners Permit
• Step 2 Practice With An Adult Supervising
  Driver
• Step 3 Get a Probationary License
• Step 4 With A Probationary License
• Step 5 Get The Basic Driver License
• 
  
  PG 16 - 19

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Special Learners Permit Driving Restrictions

• No driving between 1101 PM 500 AM
• Drivers may not use hand held electronic devices.
  Everyone is required to wear a seatbelt
• Must be accompanied by an Adult Supervising
  Driver, in the front seat, who has a valid NJ
  driver license, be at least 21 years old and
  licensed for 3 years.
• Passengers are limited to any parent, guardian,
  or dependent of the special permit holder and one
  additional passenger
• Must display decals on license plates
• PG 20 - 21

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Examination Permit Restrictions

• Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17
  years old and is not in suspension status. No
  driving between 1101 PM 500 AM. If permit
  holder is 21 years of age or older, passenger and
  hour restrictions do not apply.
• All examination permit holders must be with a
  supervising driver, in the front seat, who has a
  valid NJ driver license with three years of
  driving experience, and is at least 21 years old.
  Drivers must not use any hand held devices. Seat
  belts are a must.
• Passengers are limited to dependents of the
  permit holder and one additional passenger unless
  accompanied by a parent/guardian
• Must display decals on license plates
• PG 20 - 21

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Probationary Driver License Restrictions

• Available to any NJ resident who is at least 17
  years old and is not in suspension status. No
  driving between 1101 PM 500 AM. If permit
  holder is 21 years of age or older, passenger and
  hour restrictions do not apply.
• All Probationary Permit holders must not use any
  hand held devices.
• Seat belts are a must.
• Passengers are limited to dependents of the
  permit holder and one additional passenger unless
  accompanied by a parent/guardian
• Must display decals on license plates
• PG 20 - 21

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GDL Exemptions

• GDL drivers under 21, all hours-related
  exemptions for employment or religious reasons
  must come with a legible certification to confirm
  this need on the letterhead of employer
  organization or religious institution, with
  signature of certifying official above title,
  address and telephone number.
• PG 21

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Getting a Special Learners Permit

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Must have signed parent or guardian consent
• Must be enrolled in approved behind-the-wheel
  driving training course through the NJ Department
  of Education or Commercial Driving School
• Must pass MVC's knowledge vision tests
• Must pay required fee
• PG 21-22

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Kyleighs Law

• http//www.redlasso.com/ClipPlayer.aspx?idacd7c98
  3-2a78-4fa0-8d46-ac9f0172ea27
• http//www.youtube.com/watch?v9SMfzhPeygA

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Changes in Graduated Driver License

• GDL changes effective May 1, 2010
• GDL Drivers under age 21 who possess a permit or
  probationary license are required to use decals
• All permit or probationary (formerly provisional)
  drivers under age 21 must display a reflectorized
  decal on the top left corner of each license
  plate (front/back) of any motor vehicle they
  operate
• 
  
  PG 21

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Non-Driver ID Hearing Impaired Designation

• Individuals 17 years old or older, who does not
  possess a valid drivers license may apply for a
  non-driver identification card.
• Must Show Proof of Age
• Must Provide 6 Points of ID Verification
• Must be surrendered when Individual receives a
  License

• Special license for hearing impaired is provided
  by MVC
• 
  PG 24

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Commercial Driver Exemptions

• Taxi drivers, ride-sharing van drivers, funeral
  procession drivers, operators of rescue,
  first-aid squad or firefighters apparatus,
  farmers hauling their own products equipment
  within 150 miles of their farms, non-civilian
  operators of military equipment operators of
  construction equipment not designed for operation
  on public roads are exempt and need not apply for
  a commercial driver license.
• 
  PG 25