drivers ed state test

1hr

- Approximately how much time does it take to rid your body of each alcoholic drink?

Anyone arrested for driving, operating, or having actual physical control of a vehicle, an off-highway vehicle, or a moped, while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or of any drug shall be deemed to have given consent to submit to a chemical test or tests or his/her breath, blood, and/or urine for the purpose of determining the alcohol content in his or her blood.

- Explain the implied consent law?

yes

Can a driver be arrested and convicted for DUI with a BAC less than .08%?

yes

Can you register to vote at DMV when obtaining your license?

highway

Entire width between boundary lines of every road open to public vehicular traffic, but doesn't include roads owned by private individuals or institutions

If you are a sex offender you must registered within seven days of coming into any county, city, or town in which he/she temporarily resides or is domiciled for that length of time.

Explain Delaware's Megan's Law.

The driver license will be taken by the police officer at the time of the arrest. The officer will then issue a 15-day temporary license. The driver will have 15 days to request an administrative hearing.

Explain the Administrative (Civil) procedure for a person arrested for DUI beginning with the surrender of the driver's license.

Suspension - temporary removal of your driving privilege Revocation - a cancellation of your driving privilege

Explain the difference between a suspension and a revocation.

Amount of alcohol in a quantity of blood

Explain what BAC measures?

minimum of 5 years

For how long does DUI charges remain on your driving record?

These licenses grant limited driving privileges under very specific parts of Delaware law.

Give a general statement that reveals a common thread for a Conditional, an Occupational, and a Hardship License.

suspended until the length of expulsion is complete, the student reaches his/her 19th birthday, or two years has elapsed since the date of expulsion

What is the consequence to a licensee who is expelled from school?

Purchase a liability insurance policy

What is the first step toward obtaining a Delaware title and registration?

-Fined between $100.00 and $300.00 for the first offense -Additionally, offenders are required to complete a behavioral modification/attitudinal-driving course within 90 days after the conviction for aggressive driving

What is the penalty for aggressive driving?

- make application for a Delaware title and registration

What is the third step toward obtaining a DMV title and registration?

Aggressive driving is defined in terms of existing Title 21 offenses such as failure to yield, unsafe lane change, disregard of a traffic control device, failure to stop at the command of a police officer, following too closely, passing on a shoulder, and speeding

What makes a person guilty of aggressive driving?

Get a report from the treating physician

What must a person do before obtaining a license if s/he suffers from a disease of the central nervous system?

all necessary documents and their acceptance, and payment of the vehicle document fee, title fee, and registration fee

What must an applicant submit before receiving a certification of title, registration card, and license plate through DMV?

If you are too close to stop safely, continue through the intersection with care.

What should you do if you are suddenly confronted with a steady yellow light and you are too close to the intersection to stop?

A permit holder who is at least 17 years old, but less than 18 years old, may obtain a Class D operator's license when the driver has held a Level One Learner's Permit for at least 12 months, the sponsor has not withdrawn his/her endorsement, and the applicant's driving privileges are not suspended, revoked, or canceled.

When does a Level One Learner's permit holder become eligible for a class D operator's license?

road

has the same meaning as highway

street

means a highway in a city or suburban district

- You are less than the required age - You are under the age of 18 and have not completed a Delaware Department of Education class -You are under the age of 18 and cannot obtain the required signature of consent -Your license or driving privileges are suspended or revoked -You are not a bona fide resident of Delaware -You are physically or mentally unable to drive safely

Give ten reasons why a person may not be licensed

90

How many days prior to expiration may you have your car's registration renewed

200

How much does it cost to have a revoked license reinstated?

$50.00

How much does it cost to have a suspended license reinstated?

midnight on the day of the month indicated on the sticker

How much is the late fee, if your registration expires

- title fee is $35.00 - registration fee is $40.00 for one year or $80.00 for two years

How much is the registration fee & title fee for a passenger car?

revocation 12 months

If a driver receives an unfavorable (guilty) ruling at a Judicial (Criminal) hearing, what penalties does s/he face? (Answer for first offense, BAC less than .015 only)

Probable cause • 3 months for 1st offense • 12 months for 2nd offense • 18 months for 3rd offense Refused chemical test • 12 months for 1st offense • 18 months for 2nd offense 24 months for 3rd or more

If a driver receives an unfavorable ruling at an administrative hearing, for how long will his/her driving privileges be revoked?

The movement in the indicated direction is permitted after yielding to opposing traffic and pedestrians

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

A green arrow display has ended. If you are too close to stop safely, continue thru the intersection with care.

What does a steady yellow arrow mean and how should you respond to one?

If you have a disability which would interfere with driving a motor vehicle safely, it may be possible through use of special equipment to compensate for your disability. Glasses

What is a restricted license?

A full stop is required when a steady red arrow is displayed. You may not proceed in the direction of a steady red.

What is required at a steady red arrow?

usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and most are diamond shaped

What is the color combination and shape of most warning signs?

extend the period of suspension or revocation for a period up to one year

What is the consequence for a conviction for driving during a period of suspension or revocation?

A fine not less than $1,500.00 nor more than $2,000.00 and mandatory suspension of driver license and/or driving privileges for six months

What is the first offense penalty for operating an uninsured motor vehicle?

-To identify aggressive drivers and change their high-risk driving habits by requiring their attendance in a specific training program -The ultimate goal is crash prevention

What is the intent and goal of the aggressive driving law?

20/40

What is the minimum acceptance vision standard for a Delaware driver's license with or w/glasses or contacts?

$15,000.00 for bodily injury or death of one person in any one accident $30,000.00 for bodily injury or death of two or more persons in any one accident $10,000.00 for injury to, or destruction of, property of others in any one accident

What is the minimum amount of liability coverage you must have

A person convicted of a DUI in another state will have his/her driver license revoked in Delaware.

What is the penalty in Delaware for a person convicted of DUI in another state?

identify problem drivers, to change the problem driver's behavior by providing information and training opportunities and, if necessary, to progressively impose sanctions as more convictions/points are accumulated on individual's driving records

What is the purpose and goal of the Driver Improvement Problem Driver Program?

The graduated driver license program is designed to reduce the high accident and fatality rate of minor drivers.

What is the purpose of the Graduated licensing system

help change driver behavior by strategically positioning traffic cameras and making Delaware intersections safer

What is the purpose of the Red Light Enforcement Program?

Vehicle Inspection

What is the second step toward obtaining a DMV title and registration?

when applying for or renewing a license

When applying for a driver's license, when are you required to reveal a medical condition that may interfere with your ability to operate a motor vehicle safely

- after full stop from a one-way street to another one-way street unless prohibited by a posted sign or a steady red arrow is displayed.

When are left on a steady red light permitted?

safety zone

An area officially set aside within a highway for exclusive use of pedestrians and so marked

Express Highway

Any State or Interstate highway especially designed for through traffic

Divided Highway

Any highway divided by 2 or more roadways by an intersecting space, physical barrier or clearly indicated dividing section so constructed to impede vehicular traffic

license

Any type of license under which the holder has a privilege of driving a motor vehicle

5

At a minimum number of years, how often must a Class D operator's license be renewed?

36

Nationally, what percentage of fatal traffic accidents involves alcohol?

trouble adjusting to glare

- What are the potential effects of marijuana on those that drive?

Advisory letter sent to the driver when convicted for speeding 20- 24 mph over the posted speed limit

How does DMV respond to a person convicted of driving 20-24 mph over the posted speed?

20 to 40 mins

How long does it take alcohol to reach your brain after the first sip?

roadway

That portion of the highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, including the shoulder

intersection

The area common to two or more highways that meet, whether or not one highway crosses another

registration

The registration certificate (card) and registration plate (tag)

cell phones, pagers, PDAs, BlackBerry devices, laptops, games or portable computers, two-way communication devices, and any other hand-held electronic communication devices

To which communicative devises does the ban on hand held cell phones apply? Penalty for the first offense? Is it legal to dial, hang up, or accept a call?

areas of your brain that control judgment and skill

Which area of your brain is the first to be affected by alcohol?

If your license is lost, stolen or destroyed

Which conditions require you to obtain a replacement (duplicate) license?

An original Delaware Insurance Identification Card A valid insurance policy A written binder within 30 days of issue Insurance in owner's name (Title 21 Del. C. s 2118) Fax insurance is acceptable if from insurance company to DMV only

Which documents will DMV accept as proof that a car has at least the required minimum amount of liability insurance?

Passing a Stopped School Bus

Which violation result is an assessment of 6 points against your driving record?

Inspection Technician - vehicle passes the emissions tests and safety inspection

Who issues an application for a DMV title and registration? Which conditions must be met before an application can be issued?

Habitual Offender Revocation

an accumulation of certain types of traffic violation convictions

Increase the amount of time between drinks Eat before and while you are drinking

- Can food slow down the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream? If so, does it affect your ultimate BAC

The law says that anyone under the age of 21 years, who drives, operates, or has actual physical control of a vehicle, an off-highway vehicle, or a moped while consuming or after having consumed alcoholic beverages, shall have his/ her driver license revoked for a period of two months for the first offense and not less than six months nor more than 12 months for each subsequent offense. In order to reinstate driving privileges the driver must complete an education course as identified by the Delaware Evaluation and Referral Program and pay any associated fees

- Explain the Zero Tolerance Law & the consequences for a first offense

-driver will be suspended for one month when convicted -increase by one month for each additional five mph over

- How does DMV respond to a person convicted of driving 25 or more mph over the posted speed?

in percentages and is measured by chemical analysis

- How id BAC expressed and how is it measured?

The expense and hardship to your family Your employment may be jeopardized Your insurance rates will significantly increase

- In addition to criminal penalties for DUI, what other factors should a person consider before drinking and driving?

Regulatory 8-sided make a complete stop

- Is a stop sign a regulatory or a warning sign? What is unique about the shape of a stop sign? What must you do at a stop sign?

-Driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or narcotic drugs -Hit-and-run driving involving death or injury to another person -Attempting to flee from a police officer after having received a visual or audible signal to stop your vehicle -Three convictions for reckless driving in a period of 12 consecutive months -Contributing to the death of anyone by operating a vehicle -The crime of assault in which a death occurs from operating a vehicle -Using a motor vehicle in committing any serious crime -Making a false statement or using fraudulent information -Underage possession/consumption of alcohol by persons under 21 years of age -Any drug offense which results in a conviction

- List 10 reasons for mandatory driver's license revocation

-slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, and makes you less alert -your judgment worsens and your skills decrease have trouble judging distances, speeds, and the movement of other vehicles - have trouble controlling your vehicle

- What are some of the effects of alcohol consumption on your body?

Slow down, be more aware, and proceed with caution Be careful of crossing intersection traffic, controlled by a flashing red.

- What does a flashing yellow light mean?

suspend or revoke - convicted of a violation in another state

- What is the consequence to a Delaware licensee if s/he is convicted of a driving offense in another state, which if committed in Delaware, would be grounds for license suspension or revocation?

driver license with a motorcycle endorsement

- Which conditions must a license holder over 18 years of age fulfill in order to receive a Motorcycle Endorsement?

Individuals while driving or operating a road roller, road machinery, or farm tractor or implement of husbandry temporarily on a highway Non-resident operators, over the age of 16 years, currently licensed in their home state or country Members of the Armed Forces of the United States who are serving on active duty and any dependent of the member if they possess a valid driver license from their state of domicile.

- Who is exempt from holding a Delaware driver's license

yes up to 12 months

Is there a mandatory jail sentence for a second conviction of DUI? If so, what is the minimum mandatory sentence?

NO The law describes who is to yield the right-of-way

Do motor vehicle laws in Delaware designate who has right-of-way? Explain.

You must yield to pedestrians and vehicles already in the intersection or adjacent crosswalk.

If you have a steady green light, and pedestrians or vehicles are stuck in your intersection, what must you do before entering?

Calculated points are credited at full point value for the first 12 months from the date of violation After the initial 12 months have expired, the calculated points will be credited at one-half point value for the next 12 months All actions are based upon total calculated points within a 24-month period following the offense.

Explain Calculated Points

For a violation of the Delaware DUI law, the Family Court must submit an order to the Division of Motor Vehicles to revoke the license and/or driving privilege of any juvenile until such time as he/she is legally permitted to drink alcoholic beverages (21 years old).

Explain the law pertaining to juvenile driving while under the influence

Anyone under the age of 21 years who has alcoholic liquor in his/her possession or consumes alcoholic liquor, may have his/her Delaware driver license revoked for a period of 30 days for the first offense and not less than 90 days nor more than 180 days for each subsequent offense.

Explain the underage Consumption or Possession Law & consequences for a first offense

Turns are permitted in the direction of a flashing red arrow after coming to a full stop.

Explain what a flashing red arrow means?

privilege

Is driving a privilege and a responsibility or a right?

SURRENDER YOUR VALID LICENSE PLATE

If you cancel your insurance, what must you do with your license plate

30

If you change your name or address in Delaware, you must notify DMV within how many days?

BAC of .08 or greater

In Delaware, conclusive evidence exists for a DUI conviction when

You may be required to complete all driver license written, road, and eye-screening tests

In addition to reinstatement fees, what other consequences might a licensee face that has had his/her privilege to drive suspended or revoked?

Regulatory square, rectangular, or have a special shape

Is a speed limit sign a warning sign or a regulatory sign? What is its shape and color?

Regulatory No other sign of this shape Yield the right-of-way

Is a yield sign a regulatory or a warning sign? What is unique about the shape of a yield sign? What must you do at a yield sign?

-Must be at least 16 years old, and less than 18 years of age -Must present a Delaware Driver Education Certificate (Blue Certificate) -Must provide documentation applications must be signed by a sponsor -Must pay $40.00 Class D license fee and pass an eye screening -Minors who require specialized evaluation, training, or equipment to operate a motor vehicle because of a physical or mental disability will be identified by the driver education teacher and tested by the Division.

List six eligibility factors for a Level One Learner's Permit

-Permit must be in the possession of the permit holder -Must wear a safety belt -Not operate a motor vehicle while using a cellular telephone -An adult supervisor and one other passenger -Supervisor must be a properly licensed who is at least 25 years -First six months - supervised at all times Certify - 50 hrs driving; 10 nighttime -After the first six - between hours of 6:00 a.m. & 10:00 p.m. -Violate - two month suspension

List the "9" Level One Learner's Permit Restrictions

Spotlights Fog Lights Back-up Lights Colored Lights

List the additional equipment a motor vehicle MAY have in Delaware

Limitation in Number of Lights - Not more than four on the front of a vehicle Red Lights Prohibited in Front Flashing Lights Prohibited License Plate Additions Other Lights and Original Design Change Studded Tires Cut-outs Noise Devices Tinted Windows

List the prohibited equipment a motor vehicle may not have in Delaware.

-Committed any offense for which a license suspension is mandatory -Reckless or unlawful operation of a motor vehicle contributed to an accident -Incompetent to drive a motor vehicle for serious medical or mental conditions -Committed a serious violation of motor vehicle laws -Driven a motor vehicle without the consent of its owner -Racing (speed exhibition) -Spinning wheels -Turfing (causing destruction to grass, yards, property, etc.) -Driving an uninsured motor vehicle or driving without insurance card in possession -Failure to pay child support

List the reasons why DMV would suspend your license.

-Headlights -Taillights -Parking Lights License Plate Light -Stop Lights -Turn Signals -Reflectors -Marker Lights -Brakes -Parking or Emergency Brake -Windshield and Windows -Windshield Wipers -Rear Vision Mirror -Muffler -Horn -Seat Belts

List the required equipment a motor vehicle MUST have in Delaware

every person walking, driving, or riding a bike on a street or highway

To whom do traffic signals and signs apply?

-temporarily out-of-state - to extend the expiration date - to replace a lost license

Under which circumstances would a Temporary license be issued to the holder of a class D operator's license?