When Things Go Wrong
What should you do if your tires begin to skid while driving?
What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death?
1st, 2nd, or 3rd degree felony and lose license for 3 years minimum. 4 year minimum prison term for death.
What are the time restrictions for a licensed driver under 17 years old?
No driving between 11pm and 6am
If you have a learner's license (permit), how many hours of driving experience are required to earn your driver license?
50 hours (10 at night)
How do you take the Drug and Alcohol Course?
When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?
Conventional brakes=pump the brakes; anti-lock brakes (ABS)=press down hard on the brake pedal
What are the requirements of the No-Fault Law?
Proof of personal injury protection (PIP) and property damage liability (PDL) coverage
What are the time restrictions for a licensed driver under 18?
What course are you required to take if you are applying for a learner's license (permit)?
Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (Drug and Alcohol Course)
Where do you have to go to take your written test for your Learner License (permit)?
DMV
What should you do during a tire blow-out?
Take your foot off the gas but do not use the brakes, concentrate on steering, slow down gradually, brake softly when the car is under control, pull completely off the roadway
If your license and registration are suspended for being in violation of the No-Fault Law, what must you do to get them reinstated?
Get insurance and pay a reinstatement fee ($150-$500)
When can you be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI)?
If you are found to be driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, prescriptions, or over-the-counter medications
Are you required to notify FLHSMV of any health problems that may affect your driving?
Yes
Where can you take Driver's Ed?
At your local high school or through a private company
What should you do if you are involved in a minor accident and your vehicle is blocking traffic?
Move it or have it moved
What are the penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with the Financial Responsibility Law?
Your license will be suspended for up to 3 years and you will be required to pay for the damages you caused
What are the penalties for refusing to take a blood test, urine test, or a breath test when suspected of driving under the influence?
Your license will automatically be suspended for one year
Name 1 reason why someone would need to take a Basic Driver Improvement Course
If you were at fault in a crash and someone was taken to the hospital; If you had 2 crashes in a 2 year period which resulted in property damage greater than $500, If you were convicted of running a red light, passing a school bus, racing, or reckless driving
What is a benefit of taking Driver's Ed?
If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?
Leave a note containing your name, contact information, and license plate number
What are the time restrictions for a motorist with a learner's license?
You can only drive during daylight hours the first 3 months, then you can drive until 10pm.
What can happen if you are found guilty of racing on the highway?
Your license will be revoked
Name 3 maneuvers you will have to demonstrate on a driving exam
Three-point turn, approach of crossing, observing right-of-way, straight-in parking, parking on a grade, stopping quickly, backing up, obeying stop signs, obeying traffic signs, stopping quickly, signaling and turning, passing, staying in proper lane, following at safe distance, using proper posture
What are the benefits of having a Driver's License?
Independence! You can drive yourself to work, school, or anywhere else you want to go!