Driver Licenses in New York

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Are you able to drive in NY if you have a license and reside in NY?

True

If you have a license from any other state and live in another state, can you drive legally in NY?

True

If you are able to drive somewhere else under age 16, can you drive in NYS?

False

If you move to NY from another state, what must you do in order to legally drive in NYS?

You must turn in your out-of-state driver's license and get a NYS license within 30 days of becoming a permanent resident. Signup and view all the answers

Is it legal to hold a NY license and a license from another state at the same time?

True Signup and view all the answers

Is it legal to hold more than one commercial driver's license?

False Signup and view all the answers

What does CDL stand for?

Commercial Driver's License Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to you if you alter or forge another motor vehicle document including a driver's license?

Your license can get suspended or revoked or you can be criminally prosecuted resulting in a fine or imprisonment. Signup and view all the answers

How many types of non-commercial driver licenses are there, and what types of vehicles do they apply to?

There are 6 non-commercial driver licenses and they apply to car and motorcycle licenses. Signup and view all the answers

What type of vehicle requires a CDL?

A vehicle that has a GVWR of more than 26000 lbs or 11794 kg, or designed to carry 15 or more passengers. Signup and view all the answers

What does GVWR stand for?

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of 9 types of non-commercial driver licenses?

<ol> <li>Operator, Class D; 2. Junior Operation, Class DJ; 3. Non-CDL, Class C; 4. Taxi/Livery, Class E; 5. Motorcycle, Class M; 6. Junior Motorcycle, Class MJ; 7. Enhanced Driver License; 8. Real ID License; 9. Personal Use Vehicle.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

How old do you have to be to have an Operator, Class D license?

Minimum age is 18 or 17 with a driver's ed certificate of completion. Signup and view all the answers

What is a driver with an Operator, Class D driver's license allowed to do?

Drive a vehicle with a GVWR of 26000 lbs or less, tow a vehicle of more than 1000 lbs, and operate Class B and C mopeds. Signup and view all the answers

What is a driver with a Junior Operation, Class DJ license allowed to do?

Drive a vehicle with a GVWR of 10000 lbs or less, tow a vehicle of 3000 lbs or less, and operate Class B and C mopeds, with restrictions on where and when to drive. Signup and view all the answers

How old do you have to be to have a Junior Operation, Class DJ license?

Minimum age is 16. Signup and view all the answers

How old do you have to be to have a Non-CDL Class C license?

Minimum age is 18. Signup and view all the answers

What are you able to do with a Non-CDL Class C license?

Drive some vehicles with a GVWR of 26000 lbs or less and tow a vehicle with a GVWR of 10000 lbs or less. Signup and view all the answers

How old do you have to be to have a Taxi/Livery, Class E license?

Minimum age is 18. Signup and view all the answers

What are you able to do with a Taxi/Livery, Class E license?

Drive the same vehicles as a Class D license, and transport passengers for hire in vehicles designed for 14 or fewer passengers. Signup and view all the answers

How old do you have to be to have a Motorcycle, Class M license?

Minimum age is 18 or 17 with a driver's ed certificate of completion. Signup and view all the answers

What are you allowed to do with a Motorcycle, Class M license?

Allows you to drive mopeds and motorcycles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driver Licenses in New York

Driving legally in New York requires a valid driver's license, regardless of residency.
A driver's license from any state is valid for driving in New York.
Drivers under the age of 16 from other states cannot drive in New York State (NYS).
New residents must surrender their out-of-state license and obtain a NYS license within 30 days of establishing residency.
Holding a NY and another state license simultaneously is generally legal, but exceptions may apply.
It is illegal to possess multiple commercial driver's licenses (CDLs).
CDL stands for Commercial Driver's License, required for specific vehicle types.
Altering or forging a motor vehicle document, including a driver's license, can lead to suspension, revocation, or criminal charges.
There are six types of non-commercial driver licenses applicable for cars and motorcycles.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Requirements

A CDL is necessary for vehicles exceeding a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,000 lbs (11,794 kg).
A CDL is also required for towing combinations exceeding 26,000 lbs, or vehicles carrying 15 or more passengers.
Vehicles defined as a bus by state law, or those carrying hazardous materials with placards, necessitate a CDL.

Types of Non-Commercial Driver Licenses

Categories of non-commercial licenses include:
- Operator, Class D
- Junior Operator, Class DJ
- Non-CDL, Class C
- Taxi/Livery, Class E
- Motorcycle, Class M
- Junior Motorcycle, Class MJ
- Enhanced Driver License
- Real ID License
- Personal Use Vehicle (with "R" endorsement)

Age Requirements for Licenses

The minimum age for an Operator, Class D license is 18, or 17 with a driver’s education certificate.
A Junior Operator, Class DJ license minimum age is 16.
Minimum age for a Non-CDL Class C license is 18.
Taxi/Livery, Class E license also requires a minimum age of 18.
A Motorcycle, Class M license requires the same minimum age as the Class D license.

License Allowances

An Operator, Class D license permits operation of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,000 lbs or less, towing up to 1,000 lbs under regulatory weight limits.
A Junior Operator, Class DJ license allows driving vehicles under 10,000 lbs while towing up to 3,000 lbs, with restrictions on operation times and passengers.
A Non-CDL Class C license covers vehicles under 26,000 lbs and allows towing, adhering to similar weight restrictions.
A Taxi/Livery, Class E license enables driving vehicles for hire that carry 14 or fewer passengers.
The Motorcycle, Class M license authorizes operation of mopeds and motorcycles.

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Description

This quiz covers the essential rules and regulations regarding driver's licenses in New York, including the necessity of having a valid license, the process for new residents, and the specifications for commercial driver's licenses (CDLs). Test your knowledge of the legal requirements and types of licenses necessary for driving in NYS.