Laws Governing Driver Licenses
Report this change to the MVC within one week after moving.
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A motorist who changes addresses
New Jersey began issuing the next generation
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security-enhanced digital driver license (DDL)
Enhance driver preparation and safety by implementing a multi-stage driver licensing system
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Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program
Top left corner of the rear license plate and the other on the top left corner of the front license plate.
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GDL DECAL...two visible, red reflective decals
Birth certificate
US passport
NJ non-driver ID card
Valid active duty US military photo ID card
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4-POINT PRIMARY DOCUMENTS
screening is required for all motorists.
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VISION TEST
An appropriately licensed driver
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A motorist with a validated New Jersey driver permit must be accompanied by
Motorists under 21 years of age are issued
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a distinctive vertical-format driver license.
Gradually introduces driving privileges to first-time drivers
Extends their practice driving time
Requires a minimum age of 18 in order to receive an unrestricted, basic driver license
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Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program
Any New Jersey resident who is at least 16 years old and is not in suspension status
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Obtain a special learner permit
US school photo ID card with transcript or school records
US college photo ID card with transcript
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3-POINT SECONDARY DOCUMENTS
50 questions, plus a survey question about organ donation.
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Must report the change to the MVC within two weeks.
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A motorist who legally changes his/her name
Loss of a motorist’s driving privilege, a fine up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment.
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Altering a driver license or presenting an altered driver license.
Get a Special Learner Permit
Practice with an Adult Supervising Driver
Get a Probationary License
With a Probationary Driver License
Get the Basic Driver License
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THE EARLY BIRD ROAD
Any New Jersey resident who is at least 17 years old and is not in suspension status
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Obtain a driver examination permit at any MVC agency.
Utility or credit card bill
Checking or savings account statement from a bank
High school or college report card or transcript containing your address
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PROOF OF ADDRESS
Reinforces the dangers of failing to comply with New Jersey’s motor vehicle traffic laws
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Safety Pledge to Nikhil (“Nikhil’s Law” )
MVC’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program
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individuals who have never had a driver license
Fine up to $500 and/or imprisonment
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obtaining a driver license illegally
Get an Examination Permit
Practice Supervised Driving
Get a Probationary License
Practice Unsupervised Driving
Get the Basic Driver License
THE YOUNG ADULT ROAD
An individual, 14 years of age or older, who does not possess a valid driver license
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non-driver identification card.
$100 or suspension of a motorist’s driving privilege
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GDL restrictions placed upon first-time drivers must be strictly adhered
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GDL permit holders under 21 years of age
valid driver license, insurance and vehicle registration cards
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A motorist who operates a motor vehicle in the State of New Jersey
For all types of Class D motor vehicles registered by the MVC, except motorcycles, Minimum Age: 18 (Permit: 16)
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Basic Automobile License
Permit holder 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
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SPECIAL LEARNER PERMIT RESTRICTIONS
You have the power to give others the most precious gift of life
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New Jersey’s Donate Life Registry
The National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) requires that motor vehicle offices provide voter registration opportunities to anyone applying for a new or renewed driver license or ID card, or changing his or her address.
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Motor Voter
Must have a minimum of three months supervised practice driving prior to a road test
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GDL permit holders, 21 years old and over
Must present a completed consent form signed by a parent or guardian.
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All applicants for a New Jersey driver license who are under 18 years of age
For all types of Class D motor vehicles registered by the MVC, except motorcycles, Minimum Age: 17
Probationary Automobile License
Passengers are limited to dependents of the probationary license holder and one additional person, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian
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PROBATIONARY DRIVER LICENSE RESTRICTIONS
Individuals at least 14 years of age to voluntarily submit and maintain emergency contact information through the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
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Next-Of-Kin Registry (Sara’s Law)
All applicants for a New Jersey driver license must have
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6 Point ID Verification
For large trucks, buses and vehicles (Classes A, B and C)
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Commercial Driver License