Chapter 9 - Your Driving Privileges Flashcards
What are the requirements of the No-Fault Law?
Every owner or person in charge of operating a motor vehicle on Florida roadways must:
• provide proof of valid PIP and PDL insurance at the time of vehicle registration;
• have a minimum of $10,000 in PIP AND a minimum of $10,000 in PDL coverage;
• purchase the policy from an insurance agency licensed to do business in Florida;
• maintain the insurance continuously throughout the registration period;
• always have proof of valid Florida insurance readily available when the vehicle is being driven on Florida roadways.
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If your license and registration are suspended for being in violation of the No-Fault Law, what must you do to get them reinstated?
In order to lift the suspension, you will have to get insurance and pay a reinstatement fee ($150 to $500).
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What are the penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with the Financial Responsibility Law?
If you do not provide proof of higher coverage limits, your driver license and/or license plates will be suspended for up to three years. In addition, if you are the driver or the owner of a vehicle involved in a crash that is your fault, DHSMV can require you to pay for the damages before your driving privilege is reinstated.
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What are the time restrictions for a driver with a learner’s license?
Minors holding a learner’s license must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is age 21+, and must only drive during daylight hours. After holding a learner’s license for 3 months you may drive until 10 pm.
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What are the time restrictions for a licensed driver under age 17? Under age 18?
A. A 16 year-old licensed driver may not drive between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am unless driving to or from work or accompanied by a licensed driver who is age 21 or older.
B. A 17 year-old licensed driver may not drive between 1:00 am and 5:00 am, unless driving to or from work or accompanied by a licensed driver who is age 21 or older.
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When can you be charged with driving under the influence (DUI)?
You can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if you are found to be driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, prescriptions, or over-the-counter medications.
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What are the penalties for refusing to take a blood test, a urine test, or a breath test when suspected of driving under the influence?
If you refuse to take the tests when asked, your license will automatically be suspended for one year. A second refusal will result in an 18 month suspension and a first degree misdemeanor.
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What can happen if you are found guilty of racing on the highway?
Your license must be REVOKED
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