HOW DO I GET MY PERMIT?
• A person is eligible to attain a learner’s permit at age 16.
• Go to your local Registry of Motor Vehicles and pick up a free driver’s manual. Familiarize yourself with the information provided.
• You do not need an appointment to take a permit test. Simply walk in during regular business hours, and……
a. Provide proof of age and residency (acceptable forms of identification are listed in the driver’s manual)
b. Complete a permit application, with parent/guardian signature if you are under age 18.
c. Pay test fee (currently $30)
d. Pass a vision test
e. Pass the written test.
f. Smile for the camera, and you are on your way
HOW DO I GET A LICENSE • If you are under age 18, you must complete a Registrar-approved driver’s education course to be eligible for your license.
A person is eligible for a Junior Operator License at age 16 1/2 providing they have met the following criteria.
a. Successfully completed a Registrar-approved driver education course, AND received a driver education certificate.
b. Has held a learner’s permit for 6 months
c. Has had no negative reports to driving record for 6 consecutive months: no tickets, at-fault accidents, etc.
d. Has completed a minimum of 12 hours of behind-the-wheel driving with parent./or qualified adult.
WHAT IS THE J.O.L? If you are under age 18 when you receive your license, you will be issued a Junior Operator License. Certain restrictions apply to Junior Operators.
• You may not operate a motor vehicle between 12midnight-5am.
• You may not operate a motor vehicle within the first 6 months after receiving your JOL while any person UNDER AGE 18 is in the vehicle (other than you or an immediate family member), unless you are accompanied by a person who is at least 21 years old, has at least 1 year of driving experience, holds a valid driver’s license from his/her state, and is occupying a seat beside you. Note: This restriction is lifted once you complete the 6 month period, or you reach age 18, whichever occurs first.
