Section 4 - Getting an Instruction Permit and Driver's License When You are Under 18 Years Old Flashcards
If you’re under 18 years old, you are a ________.
minor
If you are a minor, you can/cannot apply for a minor’s (provisional) instruction permit and a provisional driver’s license with/without the approval of your parent(s) or legal guardian(s).
If you are a minor, you can apply for a minor’s (provisional) instruction permit and a provisional driver’s license with the approval of your parent(s) or legal guardian(s).
What’s the minimum age you need to be to get your instruction permit?
At least 15 1/2 years old.
Before you get your instruction permit, what must you complete?
A driver education program.
Both parents have joint custody over you. How many parental signatures do you need in order to get an instruction permit?
Both must sign. Two.
Before you obtain your instruction permit, you must…..
pass a knowledge test.
Before you get your instruction permit, what must you complete?
the Driver’s License and ID Card application at dmv.ca.gov
True or False - As a minor, your instruction permit is not valid until you start behind-the-wheel driver training with an instructor who signs the permit.
True
Does your instruction permit allow you to drive alone at any time?
No, it does not.
Your instruction permit does not allow you to drive alone at any time, not even to a DMV office to take a driving test. You must practice driving with a California-licensed driver such as:
- Your parent or guardina
- A driving instructor
- Your spouse
- An adult who is at least 25 years old
Can minors drive for pay or operate commercial vehicles?
No, they cannot.
How many months must you have a minor’s instruction permit before you can apply for a minor’s driver license?
At least 6 months
You must be at least _____ years old before you get your driver’s license.
16 years old
Before you get your minor’s driver’s license, you must prove that you completed:
A) driver education
B) driver training
C) A + B
C. You must prove that you completed both driver education and driver training
True or False - Before you obtain your minor’s driver’s license, you must practice driving for at least 50 hours, 10 of which must be at night.
True
True or False - You must pass a behind-the-wheel driving test in order to obtain a minor’s driver’s license.
True.
True or False - Certain restrictions exist when you have a minor’s driver’s license.
True
What are the two restrictions when you have a minor’s driver’s license?
1) You cannot drive between 11pm and 5am during the first 12 months you have your license
2) You cannot drive with passengers younger than 20 years old, unless a parent/guardian or other California-licensed driver (25 years and older) rides with you
What are the exceptions to the restrictions on a minor’s driver’s license?
1) You have a medical need and cannot reasonably find another way to travel
- Your note must be signed by a physician. The note must have your diagnosis and the date when you are expected to recover.
2) You are driving for schooling or school activity
- You must carry a note signed by your school principal, dean or designee.
3) You must drive for work reasons
- You must carry a note signed by your employer. The note must confirm your employment.
4) You must drive an immediate family member
- You must carry a note signed by your parent(s) or legal guardian(s). The note must state the reason you need to drive, the family member, and a date when the need will end.
Do the restrictions and exceptions of a minor’s driver’s license apply to emancipated minors?
No, they don’t.
An emancipated minor is no longer under the care and control of parents or guardians. They must provide court documents proving their emancipation and a California Insurance Proof Certificate (SR 22/ SR 1P) instead of parent or guardian signatures.
What may happen if you get into an accident or commit a traffic violation within 12 months of obtaining a minor’s driver’s license?
If you get into collisions or commit traffic violations within the first 12 months, DMV may restrict or suspend your driving privilege. You cannot drive if your driving privilege is suspended or revoked.
You’re a minor and got a traffic ticket. What will happen if you fail to appear in court?
The DMV may suspend your driving privilege until you appear in court.
Can the DMV take action against your license if you’re a minor and have 1 “at fault” collision or traffic violation conviction?
Yes
You’re a minor and have 2 “at fault” collisions, 2 traffic violation convictions, or 1 of each. What kind of restriction will the DMV place on you?
You cannot drive for 30 days unless a licensed adult at least 25 years old rides with you.
What will happen if you’re a minor and have 3 “at fault” collisions, 3 traffic violations, or a combination?
Your driving privilege will be suspended for 6 months. You will be on probation for 1 year.
- If you have more “at fault” collisions or traffic violation convictions while on probation, your license will be suspended again.
- Traffic violations resolved in juvenile court are reported to DMV.
If you’re a minor between 13-21 years old and are convicted of using alcohol and/or a controlled substance, what will happen to your license?
The court will order DMV to suspend your driving privilege for 1 year or delay your eligibility to apply for a driver’s license.
Does turning 18 years old “erase” or end existing restrictions, suspensions or probation sentences?
No, it does not.
When you turn 18 yeas old, can you get a regular (non-provisional) driver’s license?
Yes, you can!
It is __________ the law for a minor to use a cell phone or electronic wireless communications device while driving.
against
What must driving schools and instructors be according to DMV standards?
They must be
1) licensed by DMV
2) Insured
3) Bonded
How often must driving school vehicles be inspected?
They must be inspected every year.
DMV instructors must pass a written exam every _____ years or show proof of keeping their education up to date.
Three
Driving instructors must carry an card.
_____ to see it.
Instructor’s ID
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