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Are you a first time driver? Then getting that learners permit can
be exciting and daunting at the same time. This article will take you
through the steps to get your Florida learners permit online with an
extra emphasis on safety.
The Rules
Under Florida DMV guidelines, you must be 14 years old or older to
sign up and complete the driver's ed learners permit course. You may
not apply for your learners permit until your 15th Birthday.
When
you turn 15, you are eligible to apply for a learners permit if you
have completed the required driver's ed course mentioned above. You
then must hold your learners permit license for at least twelve months
before applying for a full license.
The Driver Ed Course
All first time drivers in the State of Florida are required to take
a driver's ed class called the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse and
Education course before applying for their learners permit. By taking
this course, first time drivers learn how alcohol and other drugs
affect their ability to drive, laws and responsibilities, about safe
driving techniques, and how to increase their awareness on our roadways.
Luckily this course is offered 100% online, so you can take it using
your home computer when it fits in your schedule! Once you complete
this course you will be qualified to take the DMV Permit Exam which is
also available online.
Prepare for the Written DMV Exam
The DMV Permit Exam consists of two written tests:
- 20 multiple choice questions regarding the rules of the road. (You must answer 15 correctly to pass)
- 20 multiple choice questions regarding road signs. (You must answer 15 correctly to pass)
All new drivers are encouraged to study for this written test so you
don't take a chance on standing in line at the DMV Office only to go
home empty-handed. The Florida DMV Handbook provides everything you
need to know to pass the test. There are also practice permit tests
available online where you can log on and test your knowledge with
interactive DMV prep exams.
Take the DMV Permit Exam
The DMV exam includes the road rules and road signs written tests, a
vision test and a hearing test. The written test is available online
and once you pass, you can take your certificate to the DMV office
where you will complete the vision / hearing tests and provide the
documents required to obtain your learners permit. The written exam is
also available at the DMV office, but many teens choose to take the
exam online to save time.
Before you head to the DMV, make sure you have all of the following required documents to get your learners permit:
- Proof that you completed a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course
- DMV Exam waiver number (if you elected to take the exam online)
- One primary and one secondary form of identification, which must be original or certified
- Social Security Number, if issued
- Parental Consent Form, which must be signed in the presence
of a driver license examiner or notarized if parent or guardian will
not be present.
Teen Driving Safety
Florida is dedicated to teaching first time drivers that safety
comes first. In fact, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and
Motor Vehicles Certified Chief Instructors developed the Driver
Education Guide for Parents that that is designed to be a teaching tool
for parents who are concerned with their teen's driving safety and
understand the value of quality instruction. It provides a practical,
step-by-step approach to instructing your teen how to become a Safe
Driver through behavior, attitude, skills, and experience.
On the Road
When you first receive your learners permit license, you are only
permitted to drive from 6 am until 7 pm with a licensed driver 21 years
of age or older occupying the seat closest to the right of you. After
three months, you are permitted to drive until 10 pm with a licensed
driver 21 years of age or older occupying the seat closest to the right
of you.
Once you turn 16, you may apply for your driver's license providing
that you have held a learners license for at least one year without any
traffic convictions. Lowest Price Traffic School provides DMV approved online driver education courses required to obtain a Florida learners permit designed for both teens and their parents.
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