Driver Education Chapter 1. Warm-up Is driving a privilege or a right?

Driver Education

Chapter 1

Warm-up Is driving a privilege or a right?

Digital Drivers License

Includes nearly 2 dozen security features

Is issued at all MVC agencies

Digital Drivers License Motorists under

21 vertical format

Motorists over 21 Horizontal format

Altering a Drivers License May result in:

Loss of driving privilege

Fine up to $1,000

Up to 6 months in jail

Getting a driver license illegally

May result in:

Fine up to $200 to $500

Jail of 30-90 days

Getting your basic license Good for 4 years Minimum age 18 (permit 16) Permit fee $10 License fee $24 Test Required

Knowledge Vision Road

6 Point ID Verification At least one primary document

At least one secondary document

At least six points of ID

Proof of address

Graduated Driver License Multi-stage licensing system

Gradually introduce privileges Extends practice time Minimum age of 18 for unrestricted

license Restrictions must be followed Failure to do so may result in $100

fine or license suspension

Driving Decals All permit or probationary (formerly provisional) drivers

under age 21 must display a reflectorized decal on each license plate (front/back) of any motor vehicle they operate (P.L. 2009, c.37-Kyleigh’s Law, eff. May 1, 2010).

Drivers under 21 subject to New Jersey's Graduated Driver License (GDL) requirements:

Special learner's permit Examination permit Probationary (formerly Provisional) licenseNote: Decals must be displayed for road test of drivers

under age 21.

Decal

The Early Bird Road For drivers ages 16 and up, MVC offers a

three-phase process: (Must first attend driving school for 6 hours)

Student learner's permit (minimum six months of supervised driving)

Probationary license (minimum one year of restricted but unsupervised driving)

Basic driver license (must be 18 years old)

The Young Adult Road (Does not attend driving school) For drivers 17 years old Get the signed consent of a parent or

guardian Pass MVC’s knowledge and vision tests Pay the required fee. After applicants complete the steps

above, the MVC will validate their examination permit and they can move to step 2.

#1 Get a student learner's permit Visit an MVC Agency with a licensed driving instructor Pass the knowledge test. You can study by reading

MVC's Driver Manual Pass the vision test Bring a primary 4-point ID (civil birth certificate, US Passport,

US Department of State birth certificate, US adoption papers, certificate of naturalization or certificate of citizenship)

Show proof of enrollment in a driver training course Present a signed letter with parental or guardian consent Pay fee Permits are valid for two years and must be carried when

operating a vehicle If your permit is lost or stolen, you must request a duplicate.

Duplicates must be obtained by the driving school

#2 Practice supervised driving for at least six months You must observe the following restrictions

during the supervised driving period: Display a reflectorized decal on each license

plate (front/back); decals available at motor vehicle agencies, $4 per pair

No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.

You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience

Cont. Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are

allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings

Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device

Seat belts must be worn at all times See GDL Exemptions for hours-related

exemptions for employment or religious reasons

#3 a. Get a probationary license You must be at least 17 years of age Complete the supervised driving

period Pass the 6 Point ID Verification Pass MVC's road test You must return after one year from

date of issue to get a basic driver license

#3 b.Practice unsupervised driving for at least one year You must observe the following requirements

and restrictions while driving with a probationary (formerly provisional) license:

Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate (front/back); decals available at motor vehicle agencies, $4 per pair

No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m.

Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings

Cont. Only one additional passenger is allowed

unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device

Seat belts must be worn at all times See GDL Exemptions for hours-related

exemptions for employment or religious reasons

#4 Get a basic driver license You must be at least 18 years old Complete the unsupervised driving

period Go to any MVC Agency with your

provisional license and other documents to pass the 6 Point ID Verification

Pay $24 license fee

Special Learner Permit Restrictions

Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate (front/back); decals available at motor vehicle agencies, $4 per pair

No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m. You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult

supervising driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience

Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings

Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device

Seat belts must be worn at all times

Examination Permit Restrictions You must be at least 17 years old and not in suspension status Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate (front/back); decals

available at motor vehicle agencies, $4 per pair No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m. You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising

driver who is at least 21 years of age and who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license and has a minimum of three years driving experience

Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings

Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

If you are at least 21 years old, there are no passenger or hour restrictions

You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device

Seatbelts must be worn at all times

Probationary (formally provisional) Driver License Restrictions Display a reflectorized decal on each license plate

(front/back); decals available at motor vehicle agencies, $4 per pair

No driving after 11:01 p.m. and before 5:00 a.m. See GDL Exemptions for exceptions due to employment or religious reasons

Parent(s), guardian(s) or dependant(s) are allowed as passengers. A dependant is a permit or probationary driver's child, not siblings

Only one additional passenger is allowed unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

You can't use cell phones, hand held video games or any other hands-free interactive, wireless communication device

Seat belts must be worn at all times

GDL Driver Exemptions Permit and probationary drivers under 21

are eligible for hours-related exemptions for employment or religious reasons

Drivers must carry legible documentation on letterhead signed by the employer, organization or religious institution stating the reasons for this request

Include signature, title, address and telephone number of designated official

Organ Donor The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act allows a

consenting individual to donate his or her organs and tissues upon death for the purpose of transplantation or medical research.

You may express your wish to donate your organs and tissues for transplant by designating the words "Organ Donor" to appear on your NJ driver license or non-driver identification card. This designation is for individuals 18 or older.

Register for organ donor designation Organ donor registration is available

online or in-person at your local MVC agency. When registering at an agency, you must present the required six (6) points of identification as well as verification of your address. Remember that you must confirm your decision each time you renew your license or non-driver ID.

Frequently Asked questions Could there be any conflict

between saving your life and organ and tissue donation?No. Donation cannot occur until after a person has died. In the event of an accident or emergency, physicians and nurses will do everything possible to try to save your life. In fact, the medical team treating you is always completely separate from the transplant team.

Cont. What organs and tissue can be

donated?Life-saving organs for transplant include the heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, liver and intestines. Tissue such as bones, ligaments, and tendons are needed for surgical procedures to repair injured or diseased joints and bone. Donated corneas, heart valves and skin also improve the quality of life.