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When can you drive with passengers under the age of 18 with a JOL?
When can you drive with passengers under the age of 18 with a JOL?
After either six months of owning your JOL or turning 18, whichever comes first.
What hours can you not drive with a JOL?
What hours can you not drive with a JOL?
12:30am-5:00am unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What are the consequences of violating the passenger or night restriction with a JOL?
What are the consequences of violating the passenger or night restriction with a JOL?
A license suspension of 60 days for the first offense, 180 days for the second, and one year for subsequent offenses.
Can you operate a vehicle that requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a JOL?
Can you operate a vehicle that requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a JOL?
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What is the RMV punishment for alcohol-related driving offenses when under 18?
What is the RMV punishment for alcohol-related driving offenses when under 18?
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What are the suspension penalties for drag racing offenses?
What are the suspension penalties for drag racing offenses?
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What are the suspension penalties for speeding offenses?
What are the suspension penalties for speeding offenses?
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Can you use mobile electronic devices while driving?
Can you use mobile electronic devices while driving?
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What happens if you are caught cheating on the permit test?
What happens if you are caught cheating on the permit test?
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Do you need to have a passenger with you while driving with a Class D learners permit?
Do you need to have a passenger with you while driving with a Class D learners permit?
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How many hours of supervised driving are required to apply for a Class D license ages 16 1/2 to 18?
How many hours of supervised driving are required to apply for a Class D license ages 16 1/2 to 18?
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What would disqualify someone under the age of 18 from taking their driver's license road test?
What would disqualify someone under the age of 18 from taking their driver's license road test?
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What are the qualifications for the sponsor for your JOL road test?
What are the qualifications for the sponsor for your JOL road test?
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What is the minimum fine for driving over the speed limit?
What is the minimum fine for driving over the speed limit?
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What is the surcharge amount in addition to a speeding ticket fine?
What is the surcharge amount in addition to a speeding ticket fine?
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If you drive more than 10 mph over the speed limit, what is the extra fee for each mph over the first ten?
If you drive more than 10 mph over the speed limit, what is the extra fee for each mph over the first ten?
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What happens to the fine for speeding in a work zone?
What happens to the fine for speeding in a work zone?
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What is the penalty for speeding with a JOL?
What is the penalty for speeding with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for speeding in addition to a fine?
What is the penalty for speeding in addition to a fine?
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What is considered a surchargeable event?
What is considered a surchargeable event?
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What is the penalty for having three surchargeable events within a two-year period?
What is the penalty for having three surchargeable events within a two-year period?
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What is the penalty for having seven surchargeable events within a three-year period?
What is the penalty for having seven surchargeable events within a three-year period?
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What are some reasons unrelated to driving that the RMV might suspend your license?
What are some reasons unrelated to driving that the RMV might suspend your license?
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What is the fee to reinstate after a license suspension due to three speeding violations?
What is the fee to reinstate after a license suspension due to three speeding violations?
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What is the fee to reinstate your license after having seven surchargeable events?
What is the fee to reinstate your license after having seven surchargeable events?
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What is the fee to reinstate your license after three major moving violations within five years?
What is the fee to reinstate your license after three major moving violations within five years?
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What is the fee to reinstate your license after it has been suspended in another state?
What is the fee to reinstate your license after it has been suspended in another state?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of driving without a licensed driver with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of driving without a licensed driver with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of driving during the night restriction with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of driving during the night restriction with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of speeding with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of speeding with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of drag racing with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of drag racing with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of using a mobile electronic device while driving with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of using a mobile electronic device while driving with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of violating passenger or night restrictions with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of violating passenger or night restrictions with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of speeding with a regular license?
What is the penalty for being convicted of speeding with a regular license?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of drag racing with a regular license?
What is the penalty for being convicted of drag racing with a regular license?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of driving negligently or recklessly with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of driving negligently or recklessly with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for omitting use of a mobile electronic device while driving with a JOL?
What is the penalty for omitting use of a mobile electronic device while driving with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use with a JOL?
What is the penalty for being convicted of negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use with a JOL?
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What is the penalty for being convicted of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license?
What is the penalty for being convicted of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license?
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What is the penalty for operating a motor vehicle without the owner's authority?
What is the penalty for operating a motor vehicle without the owner's authority?
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What is the penalty for leaving the scene of a crash with injuries?
What is the penalty for leaving the scene of a crash with injuries?
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What is the penalty for leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage?
What is the penalty for leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage?
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What is the penalty for operating to endanger?
What is the penalty for operating to endanger?
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What is the penalty for motor vehicle homicide?
What is the penalty for motor vehicle homicide?
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What is the penalty for vehicular manslaughter?
What is the penalty for vehicular manslaughter?
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What is the penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
What is the penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
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What is the penalty for any drug trafficking conviction (except Class D)?
What is the penalty for any drug trafficking conviction (except Class D)?
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What is the penalty for defacing property (graffiti)?
What is the penalty for defacing property (graffiti)?
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What is the penalty for drag racing by drivers over the age of 18?
What is the penalty for drag racing by drivers over the age of 18?
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What is the penalty for negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use by drivers over 18?
What is the penalty for negligent operation and injury from mobile phone use by drivers over 18?
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What is the maximum Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) for failing a chemical test?
What is the maximum Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) for failing a chemical test?
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What BAC can lead to administrative sanctions for drivers under 21?
What BAC can lead to administrative sanctions for drivers under 21?
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What is the penalty for failing a chemical test over 21?
What is the penalty for failing a chemical test over 21?
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What is the penalty for failing a chemical test between 18-21?
What is the penalty for failing a chemical test between 18-21?
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What is the penalty for failing a chemical test under 18?
What is the penalty for failing a chemical test under 18?
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What factors affect your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)?
What factors affect your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)?
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You should not drive if you have consumed any alcohol.
You should not drive if you have consumed any alcohol.
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If you refuse to take a breathalyzer test, the police officer must take away your license.
If you refuse to take a breathalyzer test, the police officer must take away your license.
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When must you have an Ignition Interlock Device?
When must you have an Ignition Interlock Device?
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How long must you use the Ignition Interlock Device if you get a hardship license?
How long must you use the Ignition Interlock Device if you get a hardship license?
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How long must you use the Ignition Interlock Device during license reinstatement?
How long must you use the Ignition Interlock Device during license reinstatement?
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What is the highest BAC for a vehicle to start with an Ignition Interlock Device?
What is the highest BAC for a vehicle to start with an Ignition Interlock Device?
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How often must you return to the vendor for a service visit with an Ignition Interlock Device?
How often must you return to the vendor for a service visit with an Ignition Interlock Device?
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What is the fee per visit to the vendor when you have an Ignition Interlock Device?
What is the fee per visit to the vendor when you have an Ignition Interlock Device?
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Is it legal for individuals under 21 to possess alcohol unaccompanied?
Is it legal for individuals under 21 to possess alcohol unaccompanied?
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Study Notes
Junior Operator License (JOL) Regulations
- Passengers under 18 can only accompany a JOL holder after six months of JOL ownership or when turning 18, unless they are immediate family members.
- Night driving is restricted for JOL holders from 12:30 AM to 5:00 AM, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Consequences of Violations
- Passenger and night restriction violations lead to escalating suspensions: 60 days for the first offense, 180 days for the second, and one year for any subsequent offenses.
- Speeding penalties include a 90-day suspension for the first offense and one year for subsequent offenses.
Vehicle Operation Restrictions
- JOL holders cannot operate vehicles requiring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Using mobile electronic devices while driving is prohibited, except when reporting an emergency.
Testing Integrity
- Cheating or attempting to cheat on the permit test results in automatic failure and a 60-day ban from obtaining a driver's license or permit.
Supervised Driving and Learner's Permit
- Drivers aged 16 ½ to 18 need 40 hours of supervised driving (30 if a driver skills development program is completed).
- A passenger of at least 21 years and one year of driving experience is required while driving with a Class D learner’s permit.
Suspension Events and Fees
- Surchargeable events include motor vehicle violations and at-fault crashes, leading to potential mandated Driver Retraining courses.
- A three-surchargeable events penalty requires course completion within 90 days or else license suspension until compliance.
- Fees for reinstating a suspended license range from $100 to $500 depending on the offense.
Penalties for Alcohol and Drug Offenses
- First-time DUI offenses result in a one-year license suspension, escalating through multiple offenses.
- Underage drivers face stricter penalties for lower BAC limits, with suspension durations increasing with age.
Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Usage
- Required for those with two or more DUIs when applying for hardship or license reinstatement.
- Must be used during the hardship license period and for an additional two years upon reinstatement.
General Alcohol Regulations
- It is illegal for individuals under 21 to possess, carry, or transport alcohol.
- Holding an open container of alcohol in a vehicle, regardless of who is holding it, is against the law.
Miscellaneous
- Penalties for operating a vehicle with a suspended license include suspension periods from 60 days to one year.
- Fines for speeding offenses vary with additional fees for violations in work zones or exceeding speed limits by more than 10 mph.
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Prepare for the Massachusetts Class D Permit Test with these helpful flashcards. Learn the key rules and regulations regarding driving with a Junior Operator's License. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of the laws governing passenger restrictions and other important driving knowledge.