Questions and Answers
What should a motorist who operates a vehicle in the state of New Jersey carry with them?
Where must a motorist have a license from?
The state that they are a legal resident of
How long does a motorist have to report a change in addresses to the MVC?
One week after moving
How long does a motorist have to report a change in name to the MVC?
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How long does a motorist with a valid out-of-state license who moves to New Jersey have to apply for a New Jersey license?
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How long does a motorist with a valid out-of-state commercial driver's license (CDL) who moves to New Jersey have to apply for a New Jersey license?
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If a foreign national motorist receives a New Jersey license will they have to surrender their out-of-state license?
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Will the license of a person from America be surrendered when receiving a New Jersey license plate?
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Who must satisfy more stringent testing standards than the drivers of automobiles or motorcycles?
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What do individuals who have never had a driver license must complete?
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What does the MVC's Graduated Driver License Program do?
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What do all applicants for a New Jersey driver's license under 18 present?
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What are valid qualifications for a probationary license?
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What must all applicants for a NJ driver's license provide?
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What do drivers under age 21 who possess an examination permit or probationary license need to operate a vehicle?
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What does the DDL and new facial recognition technology help to prevent?
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How long are digital driver licenses valid?
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What is the result of altering a driver's license and presenting it?
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What is the result of obtaining an altered driver's license?
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What does GDL stand for?
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What does CDL stand for?
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What is a basic automobile license?
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What is a probationary automobile license?
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What is a Commercial Driver License?
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What is a probationary/regular motorcycle license?
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What is a moped license?
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What is an agricultural license?
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What is a boat license?
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What must 6 points of ID include?
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Why might a person's 6 points of ID be refused?
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What will a motorist referred for a conference due to identification issues be required to provide?
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What are examples of a primary source for your 6 points of ID?
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What are examples of a secondary source for your 6 points of ID?
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What does the GDL do?
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What happens if a person does not follow the rules of the GDL?
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What is another term for the special learner permit?
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What is another term for the examination permit?
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What are the restrictions of the Special Learner Permit?
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What are the restrictions of the Examination Permit?
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What are the restrictions of the Probationary Driver License?
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What is a GDL driver under age 21 required to do?
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Where is the red decal supposed to go?
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Why would a GDL driver be exempted from the hours rule?
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What happens if a student driver commits a traffic offense?
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What are the requirements to get a special learner permit?
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What does MVC stand for?
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What are the requirements to get an examination permit (young adult road)?
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What are the requirements to get an examination permit (adult road)?
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What is Class A?
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What is Class B?
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What is Class C?
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Who have commercial driving exemptions?
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What does T stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What does P stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What does S stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What does N stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What does H stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What does L stand for in commercial license endorsements?
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What can a 14 year old who does not possess a valid driver license apply for?
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What is organ donation?
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How many passengers may accompany the holder of a validated GDL Special Learners permit in the vehicle?
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How long is a probationary driver probationary for?
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Study Notes
New Jersey Driver License System Overview
- Motorists in New Jersey must carry a valid driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle registration.
- Licenses must be obtained from the state where the motorist is a legal resident.
Address and Name Changes
- Motorists must report changes in address to the MVC within a week.
- Name changes, due to marriage, divorce, or court orders, must be reported within two weeks.
Out-of-State License Regulations
- New residents with a valid out-of-state license have 60 days to apply for a NJ license.
- For those holding a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), the timeframe is reduced to 30 days.
Special Cases for Licenses
- Foreign nationals can receive a NJ license without surrendering their out-of-state license.
- American citizens must surrender their license when receiving a NJ license plate.
Commercial Vehicle Operators
- Commercial vehicle operators undergo stricter testing and need a valid basic driver’s license before applying for a CDL.
Graduated Driver License Program (GDL)
- First-time drivers must complete MVC's Graduated Driver License Program, which phases in driving privileges.
- Applicants under 18 need a consent form signed by a parent or guardian.
ID and Documentation Requirements
- Applicants must provide full name, current address, social security number, 6 Points of ID verification, and other documentation verifying legal presence.
- 6 Points of ID must include one primary document, one secondary document, proof of address, and social security number.
License Types and Classifications
- Basic automobile licenses cover all Class D motor vehicles.
- Probationary automobile licenses are also for Class D vehicles.
- Commercial Driver's Licenses (Classes A, B, C) are required for larger vehicles and specific operations.
Learner and Probationary License Restrictions
- Special Learner and Examination permits restrict driving hours and electronic device usage.
- Probationary drivers under 21 also face passenger limitations and must display GDL decals.
Penalties and Violations
- Altering a driver’s license can result in fines up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment.
- The GDL program requires compliance, with penalties for violations including fines or suspension.
Special Endorsements and Exemptions
- Various endorsements (T, P, S, N, H, L) are available for commercial licenses, corresponding to specific vehicle types and operations.
- Certain drivers, such as taxi drivers and farmers, may have exemptions from commercial license requirements.
Additional Notes
- 14-year-olds can apply for a non-driver identification card.
- Organ donation involves consenting to donate one’s organs in case of fatal accidents.
- Parents or guardians and dependents are the only passengers allowed for those under a valid GDL Special Learners permit.
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