CHAPTER 1
New Jersey Driver License System
http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/pdf/Manuals/drivermanual.pdf
Instant Activity – GDL Timeline
• What do you know about the
GDL System Timeline?
(Requirements, Restrictions, Age, Type of License, Fee’s)
• Work in Partners/Small Groups
• Discuss as a class
• Total Time: 5 Minutes
Types of New Jersey Licenses
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16
17
18
Laws Governing Driver License
• Must carry VALID driver license or permit
• Must carry VALID insurance & registration
• Permit Driver must be accompanied by licensed driver
• Address Change = 1 Week after moving
• Name Change = 2 Weeks (Marriage, divorce, adoption)
• Out of state license who moves to NJ = 60 Days
• Must complete GDL Program in order to receive basic
license
Reference Pg. 6-7
Digital Driver License
• In 2004, NJ stopped issuing laminated paper license and
implemented use of DDL.
• DDL helps eliminate fraud!
• Under age of 21 = Vertical DDL
• Over age of 21 = Horizontal DDL
• Altering a driver’s license or showing an altered driver
license may result in loss of driving privilege, a fine or
even imprisonment.
Reference Pg.8
Types of License
Basic License
• Expiration – 4 Years
• Minimum Age – 18 (Permit 16)
• Permit Fee - $10
• Photo License Fee - $24
Probationary License
Moped License
• Expiration – 4 Years
• Minimum Age – 15
• Permit Fee - $5
• Photo License Fee - $6
• Expiration – 4 Years
• Minimum Age – 17
• Permit Fee - $10 ($4 GDL Decal)
Reference Pg. 9-10
6 Point ID Verification
• NJ Driver license applicants must complete 6 Point ID
Verification by providing documents that prove their age,
identity, and legal presence in the U.S.
• At least 1 Primary Document
• At least 1 Secondary Document
• At least Six Points of ID
• Proof of Address
Reference Pg. 11
4 Point Documents
• Valid Birth Certificate
• US Passport
• Current NJ DDL
• Certificate of Citizenship
• US adoption papers
Reference Pg. 13
2 Point Documents
• US School Photo ID card
• High School Transcript
Reference Pg. 14
1 Point Documents
• Social Security Card
• Bank Statement or record
• ATM/Debit Card
• Pay Stub (must have name/address)
• Waiver certificate for written portion of Driver’s test.
• Mail with address and name attached
Reference Pg. 14
Proof of Address
You must present proof of residential address, which may
be, but is not limited to, ONE of these:
• Credit Card or Utility Bill
• Checking or Savings Account Statement
• High School report card (MUST have name/address)
Reference Pg. 15
Advantages & Disadvantages
• List 3 Advantages of getting your license
• List 3 Disadvantages of getting your license
• After listing Advantages & Disadvantages
• Discuss Advantages as a class
Advantages
Disadvantages
Graduated Driver License (GDL)
• Established in 2001
• Gradually introduced driving privileges to 1st time drivers.
• Extends their practice driving time.
• Requires a minimum age of 18 in order to receive basic
driver license.
• Failure to follow GDL restrictions will result in fines or
possible suspension of license
GDL Study
Reference Pg. 16
The Early Bird Road Option
Reference Pg. 17
Step 1 – Special Learner Permit
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Signed parent or guardian consent
• Enrolled in approved behind-the-wheel driving training
• Approved instructor must purchase permit
• Must pass MVC written & vision test
• Must pay required fee
Step 2 – Practice
• Must practice at least six months
• Must be accompanied by an adult supervising driver
• Must follow permit driving restrictions
Step 3 – Probationary License
• Must complete 6 months of supervised driving
• Must pass MVC’s Road Test
• Must be at least 17 years old
Step 5 – Basic Driver License
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must complete 1 year of driving with Probationary license
• Must pay required fee
Permit Restrictions
• No driving between 11:01PM – 5:00AM
• No electronic devices
• Must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult (21)
• Passengers limited to any parent, guardian or dependent
• Must wear seat belts
• Must display decals on license plates
Probationary Restrictions
• No driving between 11:01PM – 5:00AM
• No Electronics
• Passengers limited to dependents and 1 additional person
unless accompanied by a parent/guardian
• Must wear seat belts
• Must display decals on license plates
GDL Decal
• All GDL drivers under age 21, who possess a permit or
probationary license are required to display two red decals on
their license plate.
• Decals are displayed on the top left corner of the front and rear
license plate.
• Decals are provided when permit is issued.
• Fee - $4.00
• Reference Pg. 21
Kyleigh’s Law