# DMV Question Bank - Full Generative Engine Database Index This file provides a complete, machine-readable factual database of DMV/MVD/DPS written permit tests, traffic regulations, fees, holding periods, age limits, and official motor vehicle resources for all 50 US states. --- ## Global Services & Platform Overview - **Platform Name:** DMV Question Bank - **Primary Domain:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com - **Core Functionality:** Comprehensive state-specific driver education, practice permit tests, road sign cheat sheets, mock exams, and premium test-prep revision materials updated for 2026. - **Coverage:** All 50 US States + District of Columbia. - **Free Access:** 20 exam-like practice questions per state with detailed rationales. - **Premium Plan (30-Day):** $19.99 (Stripe integration, full database access, mock simulators, pass guarantee). - **Premium Plan (90-Day):** $34.99 (Recommended for extensive study). --- ## State-Specific Testing and Licensing Database ### Alabama (AL) - **Official Department Name:** Law Enforcement Agency — Driver License Division (ALEA) - **Official Website:** https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/alabama-alea-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/alabama/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division/driver-license-study-guide - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $36.25 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division/driver-license-offices) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division/driver-license-types/graduated-driver-license #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 30 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 12am–6am (under 18, first 6 months with restricted license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 21 (first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division/driver-license-types/graduated-driver-license - https://www.alea.gov/dps/driver-license-division/driver-license-study-guide --- ### Alaska (AK) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/ - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/alaska-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/alaska/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akuse/drivermanual.htm - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 20 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 20 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 16 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 16 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $15 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://doa.alaska.gov/officeLocations.html) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akuse/teenperm.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 1am–5am (under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family minor passenger (first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akuse/teenperm.htm - https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akuse/drivermanual.htm --- ### Arizona (AZ) - **Official Department Name:** Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD) - **Official Website:** https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/arizona-adotmvd-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/arizona/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/tests-manuals-and-driving-schools/manuals - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Permit Test @ Home available for teens with parent proctor) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $7 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://azmvdnow.gov/appointments) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://azmvdnow.gov/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 12 months - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: None (optional alternative to 30 hrs driving)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 30 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (first 6 months) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 18 (first 6 months, except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited (teens) #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/teen-drivers/permit-and-license-requirements - https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/tests-manuals-and-driving-schools/manuals --- ### Arkansas (AR) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) - **Official Website:** https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/arkansas-dfa-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/arkansas/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dps.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas-DL-Manual-English.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DFA Revenue Office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $40 - **Retake Wait Period:** 5 calendar days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 within 90 days - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/online-service/schedule-or-find-an-appointment/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/office/driver-services/licenses-ids-permits/graduated-licenses/learners-and-intermediate-license/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required but recommended) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 0 hours total (including 0 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm–4am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 unrelated passenger under 21 - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/driver-services/drivers-license-faqs - https://dps.arkansas.gov/law-enforcement/arkansas-state-police/services-programs/driver-examination/ - https://dps.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas-DL-Manual-English.pdf --- ### California (CA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.dmv.ca.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/california-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/california/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/handbook/california-driver-handbook/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Punjabi, Farsi, Armenian, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Korean #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 46 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 36 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 38 correct (minimum 83%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 30 correct (minimum 83%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and 33 additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, webcam required) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $38 - **Retake Wait Period:** 7 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/appointments/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-licenses-identification-cards/dl-id-online-app-edl-44/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 12 months - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 17.5) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 25 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm-5am (first 12 months) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 20 (first 12 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/handbook/california-driver-handbook/ - https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-licenses-identification-cards/driver-licenses-dl/ --- ### Colorado (CO) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (CO DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.colorado.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/colorado-codmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/colorado/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.colorado.gov/colorado-driver-handbook - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DMV driver license office; myDMV portal available for pre-application only) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $17 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dmv.colorado.gov/AppointmentScheduling) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.colorado.gov/driver-licenses-identification-cards/teen-driving #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 3 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Recommended but not required) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (first 12 months of restricted license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No non-family passengers under 21 (first 6 months); up to 3 after 6 months - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use; complete ban for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.colorado.gov/driver-licenses-identification-cards/teen-driving - https://dmv.colorado.gov/colorado-driver-handbook - https://dmv.colorado.gov/driver-licenses-identification-cards/graduated-driver-licensing --- ### Connecticut (CT) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://portal.ct.gov/DMV - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/connecticut-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/connecticut/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Driver-Education/Driver-Education/Connecticut-Driver-Manual - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $40 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Offices/Offices/Find-a-DMV-Office) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Driver-License/Driver-License/Getting-Your-First-License-in-Connecticut #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 20 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm–5am (under 18, first year with license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 (first year) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Driver-License/Driver-License/Getting-Your-First-License-in-Connecticut - https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Driver-Education/Driver-Education/Connecticut-Driver-Manual --- ### Delaware (DE) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.dmv.de.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/delaware-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/delaware/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dmv.de.gov/services/driver_services/driver_manual.shtml - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $40 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dmv.de.gov/services/driver_services/testing_centers.shtml) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dmv.de.gov/services/driver_services/first_license.shtml #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 25 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm–6am (under 18, first year) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 (first year) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dmv.de.gov/services/driver_services/first_license.shtml - https://www.dmv.de.gov/services/driver_services/driver_manual.shtml - https://deldot.gov/Programs/traffic/downloads/manuals_guides/Delaware_Driver_Manual.pdf --- ### Florida (FL) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.flhsmv.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/florida-flhsmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/florida/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/motorist-handbooks-study-guides/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Haitian Creole #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 50 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 50 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Haitian Creole - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Test must be taken in person at an FLHSMV office or tax collector's office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $48 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 attempts per application - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.flhsmv.gov/offices/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/licenses/how-to-apply/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18 (TLSAE/Drug & Alcohol course required for all first-time applicants)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm–6am (first 12 months with learner's license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 for first 12 months - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No cellphone use permitted while driving with a learner's license #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/licenses/how-to-apply/ - https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/motorist-handbooks-study-guides/ - https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/licenses/teen-drivers/ --- ### Georgia (GA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Driver Services (DDS) - **Official Website:** https://dds.georgia.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/georgia-dds-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/georgia/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dds.georgia.gov/georgia-drivers-manual - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 30 correct (minimum 75%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 30 correct (minimum 75%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DDS Customer Service Center) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $10 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://online.dds.georgia.gov/Appointer/Appointment) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dds.georgia.gov/getting-started-teens #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months (or 6 months with driver ed completion at 16+) - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18 (Joshua's Law)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 6 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (Class D provisional license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 21 (first 6 months of Class D) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for Class D holders #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dds.georgia.gov/getting-started-teens - https://dds.georgia.gov/joshuas-law - https://dds.georgia.gov/georgia-drivers-manual --- ### Hawaii (HI) - **Official Department Name:** County Driver Licensing (County DMV) - **Official Website:** https://hidot.hawaii.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/hawaii-countydmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/hawaii/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/roadway-engineering/traffic-engineering/publications/ - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at your county's driver licensing office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $9 - **Retake Wait Period:** 30 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.honolulu.gov/csd/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.honolulu.gov/csd/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required but strongly recommended) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm-5am (provisional license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 18 for first 6 months (except immediate family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All electronic device use prohibited while driving #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.honolulu.gov/csd/ - https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/roadway-engineering/traffic-engineering/publications/ - https://www.ehawaii.gov/dmv/ --- ### Idaho (ID) - **Official Department Name:** Transportation Department (ITD) - **Official Website:** https://itd.idaho.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/idaho-itd-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/idaho/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://itd.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/driver_manual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 34 correct (minimum 85%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 34 correct (minimum 85%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at an ITD office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $21.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 3 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://itd.idaho.gov/itddmv/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://itd.idaho.gov/itddmv/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 18th birthday (or 180 days if 17.5+) - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 17) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Daylight only (under 16) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 under 17 for first 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No cell phone use while driving #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://itd.idaho.gov/itddmv/ - https://itd.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/3506_gdlfactsheet.pdf - https://itd.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/driver_manual.pdf --- ### Illinois (IL) - **Official Department Name:** Secretary of State (SOS) - **Official Website:** https://www.ilsos.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/illinois-sos-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/illinois/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.ilsos.gov/content/dam/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_a112.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Korean #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 35 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 35 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No (15 sign identification questions included in main test) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Korean, and others - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a Secretary of State facility) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $20 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.ilsos.gov/facilities/facilitylist.html) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/drivers/driver-education/instructpermit.html #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 9 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 17 years 3 months) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Sun-Thu 10pm-6am, Fri-Sat 11pm-6am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 passenger under 20 (first 12 months, except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited (under 19) #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/drivers/driver-education/instructpermit.html - https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/drivers/teen-driver-safety/gdl.html - https://www.ilsos.gov/content/dam/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_a112.pdf --- ### Indiana (IN) - **Official Department Name:** Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.in.gov/bmv/ - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/indiana-bmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/indiana/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.in.gov/bmv/driver-services/driver-manuals/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 34 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 34 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 27 correct (minimum 79%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 27 correct (minimum 79%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must identify at least 14 of 16 road signs correctly) - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a BMV branch) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $14 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.in.gov/bmv/locations/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.in.gov/bmv/driver-services/learners-permits/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 18th birthday (teens) / 2 years (adults) - **Minimum Holding Period:** 180 days - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 25 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm-5am (first year of probationary), midnight-5am (second year) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 25 (first year of probationary) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.in.gov/bmv/driver-services/learners-permits/ - https://www.in.gov/bmv/driver-services/driver-manuals/ - https://www.in.gov/bmv/driver-services/probationary-license/ --- ### Iowa (IA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Transportation (DOT) - **Official Website:** https://iowadot.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/iowa-dot-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/iowa/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://iowadot.gov/mvd/driverslicense/dlmanual/dlmanual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 35 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 35 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Skip the Trip online option or parent-proctored at home) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $6 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://iowadot.gov/mvd/realid/appointment) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://iowadot.gov/mvd/driverslicense/newdriver.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 4 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 20 hours total (including 2 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 12:30am-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 non-family minor for first 6 months (waivable) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All electronic device use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://iowadot.gov/mvd/driverslicense/newdriver.htm - https://iowadot.gov/drivers-licenses-ids/get-or-renew-drivers-licenses-ids-permits/under-18-permit-license-or-id/intermediate-license - https://iowadot.gov/mvd/driverslicense/dlmanual/dlmanual.pdf --- ### Kansas (KS) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Vehicles (KS DOV) - **Official Website:** https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovindex.html - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/kansas-ksdov-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/kansas/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.ksrevenue.gov/pdf/DE-36.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $22 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovoffices.html) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovgdl.html #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 1 year (must also be at least 16) - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Required before restricted license (under 16)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 9pm–5am (first 6 months); midnight–5am (until age 17) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 18 (non-family, first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use for drivers under 17 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovgdl.html - https://www.ksrevenue.gov/pdf/DE-36.pdf - https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovfees.html --- ### Kentucky (KY) - **Official Department Name:** Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) - **Official Website:** https://drive.ky.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/kentucky-kytc-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/kentucky/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must get 8 of 10 road sign questions correct) - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a Kentucky State Police testing location) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $15–$18 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 3 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18 (4-hour GDL course required)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 60 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-6am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 unrelated passenger under 20 - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx - https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing - https://www.drivinglaws.org/teen/kyteen.php --- ### Louisiana (LA) - **Official Department Name:** Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) - **Official Website:** https://omv.louisiana.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/louisiana-omv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/louisiana/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/louisiana-drivers-guide - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a Louisiana OMV office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $18 - **Retake Wait Period:** 7 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/office-locations) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/learners-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 180 days - **Minimum Holding Period:** 180 days - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 17) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 15 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm-5am (provisional license holders under 17) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 21 (first 6 months of provisional) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/learners-permit - https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/louisiana-drivers-guide - https://omv.louisiana.gov/page/graduated-licensing --- ### Maine (ME) - **Official Department Name:** Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/ - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/maine-bmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/maine/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/licenses/manuals.html - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $35 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/offices/index.html) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/licenses/first.html #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 9 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 70 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 20 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 12am–5am (under 21, first 180 days with license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 20 except immediate family (first 180 days) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/licenses/first.html - https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/licenses/manuals.html --- ### Maryland (MD) - **Official Department Name:** Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) - **Official Website:** https://mva.maryland.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/maryland-mva-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/maryland/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://mva.maryland.gov/Documents/DL-002.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 22 correct (minimum 88%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 22 correct (minimum 88%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must get all 10 road sign questions correct) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at an MVA office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $9/year (license fee only) - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day (7 days after 2+ failures) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://mva.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://mva.maryland.gov/drivers/Pages/rookie-driver-general-learners.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.75 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 9 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 25) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 60 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 18 for first 151 days (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All wireless device use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://mva.maryland.gov/drivers/Pages/rookie-driver-general-learners.aspx - https://mva.maryland.gov/Documents/DL-002.pdf - https://mva.maryland.gov/drivers/Pages/rookie-driver-general-provisional.aspx --- ### Massachusetts (MA) - **Official Department Name:** Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/massachusetts-rmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/massachusetts/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.mass.gov/doc/chapter-4-rules-of-the-road-0/download - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 18 correct (minimum 72%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 18 correct (minimum 72%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, and others - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Can take online or at RMV Service Center) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $30 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://atlas-myrmv.massdot.state.ma.us/myrmv/_/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-passenger-class-d-learners-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 0 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 12:30am-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 18 for first 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-passenger-class-d-learners-permit - https://www.mass.gov/info-details/junior-operator-license-jol-requirements - https://www.mass.gov/info-details/drivers-education-programs --- ### Michigan (MI) - **Official Department Name:** Secretary of State (SOS) - **Official Website:** https://www.michigan.gov/sos - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/michigan-sos-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/michigan/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.michigan.gov/sos/-/media/Project/Websites/sos/01702-0800/SOS_WEDMK_Content.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Arabic #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 50 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 50 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Arabic - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Written test is part of driver education (Segment 1) for teens) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $25 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day (30 days after 3 failures) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/resources/find-an-office) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.michigan.gov/sos/faqs/license-and-id/drivers-under-18 #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14.75 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 18th birthday - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm-5am (Level 2) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 passenger under 21 (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No cell phone use (Level 1 and 2) #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.michigan.gov/sos/faqs/license-and-id/drivers-under-18 - https://www.michigan.gov/sos/-/media/Project/Websites/sos/sos/SOS-383-Michigan-Graduated-Drivers-License-A-Guide-for-Parents.pdf - https://www.michigan.gov/sos/-/media/Project/Websites/sos/01702-0800/SOS_WEDMK_Content.pdf --- ### Minnesota (MN) - **Official Department Name:** Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) - **Official Website:** https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/minnesota-dvs-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/minnesota/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/forms-documents/Documents/Minnesota_Drivers_Manual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Somali, Hmong #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Somali, Hmong, and additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DVS exam station) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $14.25 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/Pages/dvs-content-detail.aspx?PageID=608) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/Pages/dvs-content-detail.aspx?PageID=613 #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 15 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (provisional license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 20 (first 6 months of provisional) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/Pages/dvs-content-detail.aspx?PageID=613 - https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/Pages/dvs-content-detail.aspx?PageID=608 - https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/forms-documents/Documents/Minnesota_Drivers_Manual.pdf --- ### Missouri (MO) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle and Driver Licensing (DOR) - **Official Website:** https://dor.mo.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/missouri-dor-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/missouri/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must identify at least 8 of 10 road signs correctly (80%)) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Available online through the Missouri DOR portal; separate appointment not required) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $3.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/new-driver/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 182 days - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Required for under 16 to advance to intermediate license) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (intermediate license, exceptions for work/school/emergency) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 19 (first 6 months of intermediate) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld wireless device use for drivers under 21 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/new-driver/ - https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/ - https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/teen-driver/ --- ### Montana (MT) - **Official Department Name:** Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) - **Official Website:** https://dojmt.gov/driving/ - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/montana-mvd-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/montana/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dojmt.gov/driving/driver-education/ - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 33 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 33 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 27 correct (minimum 82%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 27 correct (minimum 82%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $25 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dojmt.gov/driving/driver-license-information/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 18 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm–5am (first 6 months of restricted license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 (first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No cell phone use while driving (under 18) #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dojmt.gov/driving/driver-license-information/ - https://dojmt.gov/driving/driver-education/ - https://dojmt.gov/driving/ --- ### Nebraska (NE) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.nebraska.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/nebraska-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/nebraska/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.nebraska.gov/manuals - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a Driver Licensing Office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $13 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day (7 days after 3 failures, 90 days or driver's ed after 6) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited (special rules after 3 and 6 failures) - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dmv.nebraska.gov/locations) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/learners-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Optional (waives 50-hour requirement and written/road tests)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-6am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 non-family passenger under 19 (first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/learners-permit - https://dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/overview-graduated-drivers-licensing - https://dmv.nebraska.gov/manuals --- ### Nevada (NV) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.nv.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/nevada-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/nevada/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.nv.gov/pdfforms/english.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Available online at KnowToDrive Nevada or at DMV offices) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $48.25 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dmv.nv.gov/dashpass.htm) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.nv.gov/nvdlteens.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 18 for first 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.nv.gov/nvdlteens.htm - https://dmv.nv.gov/dltesting.htm - https://dmv.nv.gov/pdfforms/qtteen.pdf --- ### New Hampshire (NH) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (NH DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.nh.gov/dmv - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/new-hampshire-nhdmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/new-hampshire/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.nh.gov/dmv/licenses/first-license/index.htm - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a NH DMV office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.nh.gov/dmv/licenses/first-license/index.htm) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.nh.gov/dmv/licenses/first-license/index.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required but strongly recommended) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 25 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 1am–4am (restricted license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 25 (first year of restricted license) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld wireless device use for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.nh.gov/dmv/licenses/first-license/index.htm - https://www.nh.gov/dmv/ --- ### New Jersey (NJ) - **Official Department Name:** Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) - **Official Website:** https://www.nj.gov/mvc - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/new-jersey-mvc-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/new-jersey/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.nj.gov/mvc/license/knowledge.htm - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, and additional languages #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 50 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 50 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at an MVC agency) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $24 - **Retake Wait Period:** 2 weeks - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvc) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.nj.gov/mvc/license/teens.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until advanced to probationary license - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months (6 months with driver ed at age 17+) - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required; enables 6-month permit track at age 17+) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 6 hours total (including 0 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm–5am (starts during permit phase) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 21 (except immediate family) during permit and probationary phases - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld or hands-free device use for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.nj.gov/mvc/license/teens.htm - https://www.nj.gov/mvc/license/knowledge.htm - https://www.nj.gov/mvc/about/gdl.htm --- ### New Mexico (NM) - **Official Department Name:** Motor Vehicle Division (NM MVD) - **Official Website:** https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/new-mexico-nmmvd-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/new-mexico/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 18 correct (minimum 72%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 18 correct (minimum 72%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at an MVD office; myMVD portal available for pre-application only) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $18 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/myMVD/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license/get-an-instruction-permit/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Recommended; required for early provisional license (under 16.5)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (first year of provisional license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 21 (first year, except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use; complete ban for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license/get-an-instruction-permit/ - https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license/teen-driving/ - https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license/ --- ### New York (NY) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.ny.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/new-york-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/new-york/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/mv21.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 20 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 20 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 14 correct (minimum 70%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 14 correct (minimum 70%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No (Must get 2 of 4 road sign questions correct) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Arabic, Bengali, French, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Turkish, Albanian, Bosnian, Haitian Creole, Nepali, Urdu, Yiddish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (At DMV, online from home, or through schools (OKTA program)) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $80–$92.50 (age-dependent, covers permit through license) - **Retake Wait Period:** 7 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dmv.ny.gov/offices) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.ny.gov/driver-license/get-learner-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 5 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: All ages (5-hour pre-licensing course OR 48-hour school program)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 15 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 9pm-5am (varies by region) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 passenger under 21 (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.ny.gov/driver-license/get-learner-permit - https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/mv21.pdf - https://dmv.ny.gov/driver-license/younger-driver/the-graduated-license-law --- ### North Carolina (NC) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/ - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/north-carolina-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/north-carolina/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/new-drivers/Documents/driver-handbook.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must get 6 of 8 road sign questions correct) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at an NCDMV driver license office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $21.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 7 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://skiptheline.ncdot.gov/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/new-drivers/Pages/license-learner-permit.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 18 months - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 60 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 9pm-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 21 (first 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/new-drivers/Pages/license-learner-permit.aspx - https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/new-drivers/Pages/driver-license-tests.aspx - https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/new-drivers/Documents/driver-handbook.pdf --- ### North Dakota (ND) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Transportation (NDDOT) - **Official Website:** https://www.dot.nd.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/north-dakota-nddot-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/north-dakota/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/docs/drivermanual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $15 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day (7 days after 3 failures) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/driverslicenseoffices.htm) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/gdl.htm #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months (must also be at least 16) - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required but may shorten holding period) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 18 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight–5am (restricted license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Family only first 6 months; then max 1 non-family passenger under 18 - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use for drivers under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/gdl.htm - https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/docs/drivermanual.pdf - https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/fees.htm --- ### Ohio (OH) - **Official Department Name:** Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.bmv.ohio.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/ohio-bmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/ohio/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/dl-digest-of-laws.aspx - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Somali, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 30 correct (minimum 75%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 30 correct (minimum 75%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Somali, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Available online at Ohio BMV Online Services or at deputy registrar locations) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $23.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/locations.aspx) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/dl-gdl.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-6am (under 17), 1am-5am (age 17) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 non-family member - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All mobile device use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/dl-gdl.aspx - https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/dl-digest-of-laws.aspx - https://driversed.com/trending/teen-driving-laws-ohio --- ### Oregon (OR) - **Official Department Name:** Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (ODOT DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/oregon-odotdmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/oregon/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.oregon.gov/odot/forms/dmv/37.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 35 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 35 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 28 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Desktop/laptop with webcam required, proctor needed for under 18, max 4 online attempts) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $34.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** Same day (subject to availability) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 per application - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://dmv2u.oregon.gov) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/teen/pages/permit.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Optional (reduces supervised hours from 100 to 50)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 0 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am (first 12 months or until 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 20 first 6 months, max 3 under 20 next 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** Complete ban on all mobile devices including hands-free #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/teen/pages/permit.aspx - https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/pages/online_manual/testing.aspx - https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/pages/online_services/online_knowledge_testing.aspx --- ### Pennsylvania (PA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Transportation (PennDOT) - **Official Website:** https://www.dmv.pa.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/pennsylvania-penndot-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/pennsylvania/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dot.state.pa.us/public/dvspubsforms/bdl/bdl%20manuals/manuals/pa%20drivers%20manual%20by%20chapter/english/pub%2095.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 18 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 18 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 15 correct (minimum 83%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 15 correct (minimum 83%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and others - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a Driver License Center) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $35.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dmv.pa.gov/Pages/DLSC.aspx) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.pa.gov/services/dmv/get-a-learners-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Optional but recommended) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 65 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 11pm-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** 1 non-family under 18 (3 after 6 months) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.pa.gov/services/dmv/get-a-learners-permit - https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/traveling-in-pa/safety/traffic-safety-driver-topics/young-driver - https://www.dot.state.pa.us/public/dvspubsforms/bdl/bdl%20manuals/manuals/pa%20drivers%20manual%20by%20chapter/english/pub%2095.pdf --- ### Rhode Island (RI) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.ri.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/rhode-island-ridmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/rhode-island/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/driver-s-manual - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a RI DMV office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $26.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://dmv.ri.gov/about-dmv/locations) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/first-license #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 16 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 1am–5am (Junior Operator's License, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 21 for first 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/first-license - https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/driver-s-manual - https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses-permits-ids/drivers-licenses/junior-operators-license --- ### South Carolina (SC) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.scdmvonline.com - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/south-carolina-scdmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/south-carolina/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.scdmvonline.com/sites/default/files/documents/SC_Driver_Manual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $2.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.scdmvonline.com/Home/Locations) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.scdmvonline.com/Driver-Services/Driver-Licenses/Beginners-Permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 180 days - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** No - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Seasonal: 6pm–6am (Oct–Mar) or 8pm–6am (Apr–Sep) — Conditional License - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 8 years old without a licensed adult (Conditional License) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for drivers under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.scdmvonline.com/Driver-Services/Driver-Licenses/Beginners-Permit - https://www.scdmvonline.com/Driver-Services/Driver-Licenses/Conditional-Drivers-License - https://www.scdmvonline.com/sites/default/files/documents/SC_Driver_Manual.pdf --- ### South Dakota (SD) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Public Safety — Division of Motor Vehicles (SD DPS) - **Official Website:** https://dps.sd.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/south-dakota-sddps-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/south-dakota/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dps.sd.gov/sites/default/files/docs/sddriver.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $5 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/driver-licensing-offices) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/license-id-types/instruction-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 14 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Driver ed allows early advancement to restricted license at 14.5 instead of 15) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 18 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm–6am (Minor's Restricted License, under 16) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No non-family passengers under 18 first 6 months; then max 1 non-family under 18 - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use for drivers under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/license-id-types/instruction-permit - https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/license-id-types/minors-permit-restricted-license - https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/driver-licensing-manuals --- ### Tennessee (TN) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DOS) - **Official Website:** https://www.tn.gov/safety - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/tennessee-dos-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/tennessee/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/classd/teengdl.html - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 24 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Ages 15-17 only, parent/guardian must proctor via Tennessee Proctor ID app) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $10.50 - **Retake Wait Period:** 24 hours (online) / 7 days (in person) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 2 online, then must test in person - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/locations.html) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/classd/teengdl.html #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 18th birthday - **Minimum Holding Period:** 180 days - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required (recommended)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm-6am (Level 1), 11pm-6am (Level 2) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger (Level 2, except siblings with written permission) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited (Class C misdemeanor) #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/classd/teengdl.html - https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/classd/new-drivers.html - https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/helpful-information/fees.html --- ### Texas (TX) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Public Safety (DPS) - **Official Website:** https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/texas-dps-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/texas/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dps.texas.gov/internetforms/forms/dl-7.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 30 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 30 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 21 correct (minimum 70%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 21 correct (minimum 70%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** Yes (Via approved driving schools only) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $16 - **Retake Wait Period:** 24 hours - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/driver-license-services-appointments) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/texas-learners-license-teen #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 18th birthday - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 25) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 30 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-5am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 21 (non-family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/texas-learners-license-teen - https://www.dps.texas.gov/internetforms/forms/dl-7.pdf - https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/graduated-driver-license-gdl-and-hardship-license --- ### Utah (UT) - **Official Department Name:** Driver License Division (DLD) - **Official Website:** https://dld.utah.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/utah-dld-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/utah/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dld.utah.gov/manuals/ - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 50 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 50 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 40 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DLD office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $44 - **Retake Wait Period:** 6 days - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** Yes (Book here: https://dld.utah.gov/services/) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dld.utah.gov/drivers-license/getting-a-drivers-license/new-driver/ #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 19 (before licensing)) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-6am (first 6 months of provisional license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 21 (first 6 months, except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use while driving #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dld.utah.gov/drivers-license/getting-a-drivers-license/new-driver/ - https://dld.utah.gov/drivers-license/teen-drivers/ - https://dld.utah.gov/manuals/ --- ### Vermont (VT) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (Vermont DMV) - **Official Website:** https://dmv.vermont.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/vermont-vermontdmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/vermont/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dmv.vermont.gov/sites/dmv/files/documents/DMV-driver-manual.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 20 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 20 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 16 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 16 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $40 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new-licenses/learners-permit) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new-licenses/learners-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 2 years - **Minimum Holding Period:** 12 months (must also be at least 16) - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Required for under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 40 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 18 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight–5am (Level 2 provisional license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 passenger under 25 (except immediate family) during Level 2 - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for drivers under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new-licenses/learners-permit - https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/new-licenses/license-under-18 - https://dmv.vermont.gov/sites/dmv/files/documents/DMV-driver-manual.pdf --- ### Virginia (VA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - **Official Website:** https://www.dmv.virginia.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/virginia-dmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/virginia/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/forms/dmv39.pdf - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 35 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 35 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 30 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 30 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** Yes (Must get all 10 road sign questions correct (100%)) - **Official Practice Test Available:** Yes - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and 22 additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a DMV customer service center) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $3 - **Retake Wait Period:** 15 days (under 18) / 1 day (18+) - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/appointments) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/licenses-ids/learners/apply #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15.5 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** Until 20th birthday (teens) - **Minimum Holding Period:** 9 months (under 18) / 60 days (18+) - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 45 hours total (including 15 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** Midnight-4am - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** Max 1 passenger under 21 (first year, except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All handheld phone use prohibited #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/licenses-ids/learners/apply - https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/licenses-ids/exams/know-exam - https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/forms/dmv39.pdf --- ### Washington (WA) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Licensing (DOL) - **Official Website:** https://dol.wa.gov - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/washington-dol-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/washington/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/driver-training-and-testing/driver-guides - **Handbook Languages:** English, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Russian, Vietnamese, Amharic, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Punjabi, Tagalog, Ukrainian #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 40 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 40 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 32 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English, Spanish, and 12 additional languages - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at DOL office or approved driver training school) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $25–$35 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** 3 - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dol.wa.gov) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/learner-permit-application #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** Yes (For ages: Under 18) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 1am-5am (intermediate license) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No passengers under 20 for first 6 months (except family) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** Complete ban on all wireless device use #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/learner-permit-application - https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/driver-training-and-testing/driver-guides --- ### West Virginia (WV) - **Official Department Name:** Division of Motor Vehicles (WV DMV) - **Official Website:** https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/west-virginia-wvdmv-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/west-virginia/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Drivers/Pages/WVDriverHandbook.aspx - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 19 correct (minimum 76%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 19 correct (minimum 76%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No (Must be taken in person at a WV DMV office) #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $5 - **Retake Wait Period:** 1 day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Offices/Pages/default.aspx) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Drivers/Pages/LearnerPermit.aspx #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No (For ages: Not required but recommended) - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 30 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 10pm–5am (Class D restricted license, under 18) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 (first year of Class D) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** All cell phone use prohibited for under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Drivers/Pages/LearnerPermit.aspx - https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Drivers/Pages/WVDriverHandbook.aspx - https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Drivers/Pages/GraduatedDriverLicensing.aspx --- ### Wyoming (WY) - **Official Department Name:** Department of Transportation — Driver Services (WYDOT) - **Official Website:** https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license - **Practice Test Hub:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/wyoming-wydot-permit-test - **Free Practice Test URL:** https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/state/wyoming/practice/free - **Official Handbook URL:** https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-testing/wyoming-driving-manual - **Handbook Languages:** English #### Written Exam Specifications - **Teen Exam Questions:** 25 - **Adult Exam Questions:** 25 - **Passing Score (Teen):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Passing Score (Adult):** 20 correct (minimum 80%) - **Separate Road Signs Test:** No - **Official Practice Test Available:** No - **Test Languages:** English - **Online Testing From Home:** No #### Fees, retakes, and logistics - **Application Fee:** $15 - **Retake Wait Period:** Next business day - **Maximum Allowed Attempts:** Unlimited - **Appointment Required:** No (Book here: https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-offices) - **Official Online Permit Application:** https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-testing/instruction-permit #### Teen Licensing (GDL) Requirements - **Minimum Age for Learner Permit:** 15 - **Parental Consent Required:** Yes - **Permit Validity Period:** 1 year - **Minimum Holding Period:** 6 months - **Driver's Ed Required:** No - **Supervised Driving Hours Required:** 50 hours total (including 10 night hours) - **Driving Log Required:** Yes - **Supervisor Minimum Age:** 21 years - **GDL Nighttime Curfew:** 9pm–5am (restricted license, age 16–17) - **GDL Passenger Restrictions:** No more than 1 non-family passenger under 18 (first 6 months of restricted license) - **GDL Cell Phone Restrictions:** No handheld phone use for drivers under 18 #### Primary Editorial Sources - https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-testing/instruction-permit - https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-types/restricted-license - https://dot.wyo.gov/driver-license/driver-license-testing/wyoming-driving-manual --- *Factual data last verified and updated: January 2026. Editorial methodologies, verification procedures, and editorial independence guidelines are available at https://www.dmvquestionbank.com/editorial-standards-and-accuracy.*