Florida Traffic Laws: Minor's License Application

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Who can sign a minor's application for a learner's driver license on their behalf?

A foster parent or any other adult over 25 years old

Any family member or friend of the minor

A caregiver, authorized group home representative, caseworker, or guardian ad litem (correct)

Only a biological parent or legal guardian

What is the requirement for a caseworker or authorized representative before signing a minor's application for a learner's driver license?

They must assume liability for the minor's actions

They must have a legal guardianship over the minor

They must have a driver's license themselves

They must notify the caregiver or other responsible party of their intent to sign and verify the application (correct)

Under what circumstances can a caseworker sign a minor's application for a driver license?

If the minor is in a residential group home

If the minor has a learner's permit

Pursuant to a court-approved transition plan (correct)

Under any circumstances

What happens when a caregiver, authorized group home representative, caseworker, or guardian ad litem signs a minor's application for a learner's driver license?

They do not assume any obligation or become liable for any damages caused by the minor's negligence or willful misconduct Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for notifying the caregiver or other responsible party of the intent to sign and verify the minor's application?

The caseworker, authorized group home representative, or guardian ad litem Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the notification requirement before signing the minor's application?

To inform the caregiver or other responsible party of the intent to sign and verify the application Signup and view all the answers

Who can sign and verify a minor's application for a driver license?

The father, mother, guardian, or another responsible adult Signup and view all the answers

What document must be submitted with a minor's application for an original license?

Any of the above, or proof of nonimmigrant classification Signup and view all the answers

Who is liable for damages caused by a minor's negligent driving?

The minor and the person who signed the application, jointly and severally Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement for a minor to apply for a driver license without a parent or guardian's signature?

18 years old, if emancipated by marriage Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a minor to receive a driver license or learner's driver license?

The minor must be in compliance with the requirements of s. 322.091 Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a minor's negligence or willful misconduct while driving?

The person who signed the minor's application is liable for damages Signup and view all the answers

Who is exempt from the requirement of having a parent or guardian sign their application?

A minor who is emancipated by marriage Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a secondary guardian?

To sign the minor's application if the primary guardian dies before the minor reaches 18 years old Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Application of Minors for Driver License

A minor (under 18 years old) applying for a driver license must have a parent, guardian, or another responsible adult sign and verify the application.
If there is no parent or guardian, a secondary guardian or another responsible adult can sign the application.

Required Documents

The application must be submitted with a certified copy of a:
- United States birth certificate
- Valid United States passport
- Alien registration receipt card (green card)
- Employment authorization card issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security
- Proof of nonimmigrant classification provided by the United States Department of Homeland Security

Liability for Negligence or Misconduct

The person who signs the application (parent, guardian, or responsible adult) is jointly and severally liable with the minor for any damages caused by the minor's negligence or willful misconduct while driving.

Exceptions for Minors in Care

If a minor is in out-of-home care, an authorized representative of a residential group home, a caseworker, or a guardian ad litem can sign the application, but they do not assume liability for the minor's actions.
The caseworker, group home representative, or guardian ad litem must notify the caregiver or other responsible party of their intent to sign the application.

Foster Care Minors

A caseworker can sign a minor's application for a driver license as part of a court-approved transition plan.
The caseworker must notify the foster parent or other responsible party of their intent to sign the application, but does not assume liability for the minor's actions.

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Learn about the requirements and responsibilities associated with obtaining a driver's license as a minor in Florida. Understand who needs to sign and verify the application and the obligations that come with it.