WV Driving Permit Levels Flashcards

Level 1 Permit (Instruction Permit)

• Minimum age is 15 years.
• Driving is only permitted with a licensed driver aged 21 or older.
• Restricted driving hours: 5 AM to 11 PM.
• Maximum of 2 passengers allowed, plus the supervising driver.
• Two convictions lead to a 90-day permit revocation.

Level 1 Permit Restrictions

• No alcohol allowed while driving.
• Safety belt law compliance required for all occupants.
• Level 1 permit fee is $5.
• Wireless communication devices prohibited unless contacting a 911 system.

Level 1 Permit Expiration and Renewal

• Non-renewable; if expired, must retest and maintain the permit for 180 days.
• Requires a conviction-free status to advance to Level 2 License.
• Surrendering the permit necessitates completing the exam process anew.

Obtaining a Level 1 Permit

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Requires passing a vision and knowledge test.
• Valid school driver eligibility certificate needed.
• Written parental permission is necessary, except for married applicants under 18.

Level 2 License (Intermediate License) Requirements

• Minimum age of 16 required.
• Must have 180 days of conviction-free driving at Level 1 before applying.
• Certification from a parent or guardian for 30 hours of behind-the-wheel experience or completion of an approved driver education course.

Level 2 License Testing Requirements

• Passing a road skills test is mandatory (maximum 3 attempts).
• Valid school driver eligibility certificate necessary.
• Documentation for identification and residency is needed.
• No alcohol allowed while driving; adherence to seat belt laws is mandatory.

Level 2 License Driving Rules

• May drive unsupervised between 5 AM and 11 PM.
• Must have a supervising adult driver aged 21 or older from 11 PM to 5 AM.

Level 2 License Exceptions

• Exceptions apply when driving for employment, school activities, religious events, or emergency situations to prevent harm.

Level 2 Passenger and Alcohol Regulations

• Maximum of 3 non-family passengers under 19 years old at any time.
• No measurable amount of alcohol allowed while driving.
• Convictions result in restarting the GDL process with Level 1 permit.

GDL Violations and Consequences

• Convictions at Levels 1 and 2 may lead to suspension or revocation of license.
• Two convictions at Level 1 lead to a 90-day revocation; eligible to reapply afterward.
• Cell phone citations reset the conviction-free period.

Transition to Level 3 License

• Requires 12 months of conviction-free driving with a Level 2 license.
• Must be at least 17 years old and complete all previous requirements.
• Application process available at DMV regional offices or testing centers.

Graduated License Color Codes

• Under 18: Red background.
• Ages 18 to 20: Blue background.
• Ages 21 and over: Landscape background.

Regular (Non-GDL) Instruction Permit

• Individuals 18 or older with no prior driver's license must obtain a Class E instruction permit.
• Vision and written tests required upon completing the application process.
• Valid for 90 days; requires retesting if expired.

Regular Instruction Permit Limitations

• Must maintain permit for 30 days before being eligible for the road skills test.

Motorcycle License Instruction Permit Requirements

• Minimum age is 16 with prior fulfillment of Level 1 permit requirements or being at least 18.
• Passing a motorcycle knowledge exam with at least 80% is necessary.
• Identity and residency documentation must be presented.

Motorcycle Endorsement and Licensing

• Motorcycle road skills test or completion of a rider education program is necessary for endorsement.
• Class F license processed for a fee; limited to motorcycle operation only.

License Restrictions

• May include usage of artificial limbs, corrective lenses, and mechanical signals.
• Restrictions may further limit driving to daylight hours or require interlock devices.

License Renewal Timing

• All driver's licenses expire in years divisible by 5.
• Initial license issued for three to seven years, renewal fees vary based on age.

License Fees Summary

• Level 1 permit: $5, expires on the 18th birthday with a 30-day grace period.
• Level 2 permit: $5, valid until age 18.
• Level 3 license: $2.50 per year, valid until age 21.

Additional License Fees

• Motorcycle instruction permit: $5 for 90 days.
• Regular driver's license (18+): $2.50 per year plus an additional fee for duplicates.