Louisiana Driving Licensing Rules

Questions and Answers

If you are a non-resident and you possess a valid license for another state, how long are you permitted to drive in this state?

90 days

How much time does a new resident have to obtain a Louisiana license?

30 days

If your license is expired for less than 1 year, what is required to renew your license?

a vision test

If your license is expired for more than one year but less than two, what is required to renew your license?

a vision test, a written exam, and traffic signs exam Signup and view all the answers

If your license is expired for more than 2 years, what is required to renew it?

a vision test, a written exam, traffic signs exam, and road skills (driving) test are required Signup and view all the answers

If you are under 17 years old, how long must you maintain your learner's license?

180 days Signup and view all the answers

After changing your residence address, how long do you have to correct your license?

10 days Signup and view all the answers

How long does the Office of Motor Vehicles keep a public record of your traffic convictions and collisions?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

How long does a conviction for DWI stay on your record?

10 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum standard in eyesight for safe driving?

20/40 Signup and view all the answers

When you buy a new vehicle how long does the cardboard plate last?

60 days Signup and view all the answers

If you are unable to provide proof of insurance upon request by a law enforcement officer, what happens?

Your license plate is seized and the vehicle is impounded Signup and view all the answers

Once your vehicle is impounded for failure to produce proof of license, how long do you have to produce the proof of insurance?

3 calendar days excluding Saturday, Sunday, and legal holidays Signup and view all the answers

How much greater is your chance of surviving a collision if you are not ejected from the vehicle?

3 to 4 times greater Signup and view all the answers

How much does a seatbelt reduce the chance of serious injury or death?

60% to 80% Signup and view all the answers

80% of deaths occur in cars traveling less than ____ miles per hour.

40 Signup and view all the answers

75% of crashes occur within ____ miles of home.

25 Signup and view all the answers

Your chances of being killed are ______ times greater if you're thrown from the car.

25 Signup and view all the answers

Non-belted fatalities have been recorded at as low as ____ miles per hour.

12 Signup and view all the answers

According to the state guidebook, you can expect to be in a collision every ____ years.

10 Signup and view all the answers

What are the odds of being trapped in a burning or submerged car?

Less than one half of one percent Signup and view all the answers

The force of impact at 10 mph is equal to the force of ______________.

a 200 pound bag of cement being dropped from a first story window Signup and view all the answers

From birth to 20 pounds a child should be in what kind of restraint?

a rear facing child safety seat Signup and view all the answers

From 20 pounds to 3 years, a child should be restrained in what kind of restraint system?

they should be restrained in a forward facing child safety seat Signup and view all the answers

Children 4-6 years or who weigh 40-60 lbs shall be restrained in________.

a child's booster seat Signup and view all the answers

At what age and/or weight may a child wear a seat belt?

6 years or more than 60 lbs. Signup and view all the answers

It is not safe to drive tires with less than what tread?

1/16 inch of tread Signup and view all the answers

What does this sign mean? (Color: Orange with a Red Outside Frame)

It is a Vehicle Sign— Notifying other roadway users that this vehicle will not go over 25 mph (Often Farm Equipment) Signup and view all the answers

How far away should the driver sit from a steering wheel with an air bag?

10 inches Signup and view all the answers

A driver should never drive more than how long in a day?

6 or 8 hours Signup and view all the answers

Looking how long ahead allows time to prepare for traffic conditions?

10 to 15 seconds. They also say 20-30 seconds (which is what we teach) Signup and view all the answers

Front and rear bumpers should not be closer than ______ from the other vehicles when parallel parked.

2 feet Signup and view all the answers

Partial hydroplaning starts at ______ mph.

35 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Licensing and Residency

Non-residents with a valid out-of-state license can drive for 90 days.
New residents must obtain a Louisiana license within 30 days.

License Renewal Requirements

An expired license (less than 1 year) requires a vision test for renewal.
An expired license (1 to 2 years) requires a vision test, written exam, and traffic signs exam.
An expired license (over 2 years) necessitates a vision test, written exam, traffic signs exam, and road skills (driving) test.

Learner's License and Address Changes

Individuals under 17 must maintain a learner's license for 180 days.
Change of residence requires correction of license within 10 days.

Traffic Records and Convictions

Traffic convictions and collisions are kept in public records for 5 years.
DWI convictions remain on record for 10 years.

Eye and Health Standards for Driving

The minimum standard for eyesight to drive safely is 20/40 vision.

Vehicle Registration and Insurance

A cardboard plate for a new vehicle is valid for 60 days.
Failure to provide proof of insurance results in license plate seizure and vehicle impoundment.
After impounding, proof of insurance must be provided within 3 calendar days (excluding weekends and holidays).

Collision and Injury Statistics

Not being ejected from a vehicle increases survival chances by 3 to 4 times.
Seatbelts reduce serious injury or death risk by 60% to 80%.
80% of deaths occur in vehicles traveling under 40 mph.
75% of crashes occur within 25 miles of home.
Being thrown from a vehicle increases fatality risk by 25 times.
Non-belted fatalities can occur at speeds as low as 12 mph.

Collision Expectations

Expect to be involved in a collision approximately every 10 years.
The odds of being trapped in a burning or submerged car are less than 0.5%.

Impact Forces and Child Safety

The impact force at 10 mph is equivalent to a 200-pound bag of cement dropped from a first-story window.
Children from birth to 20 pounds should be in a rear-facing child safety seat.
Children weighing 20 pounds to 3 years should be in a forward-facing child safety seat.
Children aged 4-6 years or weighing 40-60 pounds must use a booster seat.
Children can wear a seat belt at 6 years or if they weigh more than 60 pounds.

Vehicle Safety Standards

Tires should have a minimum tread of 1/16 inch for safe driving.

Road Signs and Driver Positioning

An orange sign with a red frame indicates a vehicle will not exceed 25 mph, typically farm equipment.
Drivers should sit at least 10 inches away from a steering wheel equipped with an airbag.

Driving Limits and Awareness

Drivers should limit driving to no more than 6 to 8 hours per day.
Looking ahead 10 to 15 seconds allows time to prepare for traffic conditions; teaching recommends 20-30 seconds.
Maintain at least 2 feet of space between front and rear bumpers when parallel parked.

Hydroplaning and Speed Conditions

Partial hydroplaning can start at speeds of 35 mph.

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Test your knowledge on Louisiana's driving licensing regulations. This quiz covers topics such as license renewal requirements, learner's licenses, and traffic record keeping. Perfect for new residents and anyone looking to refresh their understanding of state laws.