Level 1 (Licensed to Drive) - Texas Instructor Taught Drivers Ed

HTS

Highway Transportation System

Texas has the authority to suspend or revoke the driving privileges of a minor after a hearing for the following:

Juvenile court order Failure to appear in court Failure to pay a fine Repeated violations of traffic laws

You can be best described as a _____ driver

novice

When does my Learner License expire?

on your 18th birthday or when you receive your Provisional License.

You can renew your license up to _____ BEFORE the expiration date and ______ AFTER the expiration date.

one year, two years

3 parts of HTS

people, vehicles, and the roadway

Class A CDL

permits individuals to drive any type of commercial motor vehicle that exists.

Class C CDL

permits individuals to drive commercial motor vehicles that transport 16-23 people (including the driver) or any commercial motor vehicle used in the transportation of hazardous materials.

Class B CDL

permits individuals to drive commercial motor vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 lbs and tow any vehicle less than 10,000 lbs, and lets individuals drive commercial vehicles that carry 24 or more passengers.

What do you need to provide when getting your car inspected?

provide proof that your car is insured

To obtain an endorsement, you need to:

complete a separate application and a knowledge test specific to the endorsement.

Every motor vehicle in Texas must be __________.

registered

If you are a minor and are under the age of 21,

the standards are higher.

Possession of alcohol can lead to:

the suspension of a minor's license.

Active members of the US military, their spouses, and their children may drive in Texas if they have a __________________________.

valid driver license in another state

Fatal crashes are most likely to happen on ____.

weekends

Every _____ you must renew your vehicle's registration.

year

If you violate any of the previously mentioned offenses in another state, ___________.

your license will still be suspended in Texas

Class A

"Class Amazing"; you can drive both Class B & Class C vehicles with no limitations fue to vehicle size

Class B

"Class Bus"; you can drive a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs or more, a vehicle less than 10,000 lbs, or a farm trailer less than 20,000 lbs, and a bus with 24 or more passengers

Class M

"Class Motorcycle or Moped"; You need to be 16 to drive a motorcycle and already own a driver license, and 15 to drive a moped (with parental permission).

Duplicate certificates will cost you ____.

$10

Driver License Fee

$16 fee

The Safety Responsibility Act requires all drivers to purchase the following minimum amount of liability insurance:

$30,000 against injury or death of one person $60,000 against injury or death of two individuals $25,000 against property damage

After how long does your CDL expire?

5 years

Your Texas driver license will expire after ___ years

6

Every non-resident must obtain a Texas driver license within ________ of residency in Texas.

90 days

With whom will you be taking your behind-the-wheel instruction?

A driving instructor from a physical school

Who must always occupy the passenger seat when a driver with a Learner License is behind the wheel?

A licensed driver at least 21 years old

To get a Commercial Driver License, you need to be at least ___________ to drive a commercial motor vehicle within the state of Texas.

18 years old

If you are a new resident in Texas, you have ___ days to register your vehicle.

30

You have ___ days to register a newly purchased car.

30

Your license may get suspended or revoked for the following scenarios:

- 4 or more traffic convictions within a 12-month period - 7 or more traffic convictions within a 24 month period

ALR

Administrative License Revocation

What type of motor vehicle does NOT need to be inspected?

All motor vehicles need to be inspected

Fraud Punishments that gets your license suspended:

Altering a driver license or making a document similar to a driver license or ID, having an altered/fake driver license, sending a driver license to a friend, having more than one valid driver license, providing false information when applying for a driver license, or any fraudulent activity involving government paperwork

Who can sign an application for a learner's permit?

An employer or county judge

Which documents can you bring with you to the DPS office if you don't have a Texas ID?

An original or certified birth certificate, school records, or immunization records.

Conviction for the following offenses will automatically suspend your license if you are a minor (drug-related):

Any drug offense Any offense under the Controlled Substance Act Failure to complete a tobacco awareness class

Who has to pass an approved driver education course in order to obtain a driver license?

Any individual under the age of 25

Here are five ways to keep your risk levels low when you're using the HTS:

Apply Visual Skills, Identify Situations, Judge Time-Space Relationships, Coordinate Movements, Obey Traffic Laws

Pete's mother is ill and nobody else can take his little sister to school. He has a Learner License and is 17. What can he do?

Apply for a Minor Restricted Driver License.

Minor Restricted Driver License (Hardship License) is given to drivers who:

Are at least 15 years old but less than 18 years old Complete and pass the driver's course: the vision test, the knowledge test, and the driving test Complete all the requirements for an original applicant, like having the right IDs and proof of education

Ignition Interlock Device

Attached to the vehicle with a built-in Breathalyzer & prevents the vehicle from starting if the motorist's BAC exceeds .05%

There are two requirements for non-residents:

Be at least 16 years old. And if you want to drive a commercial vehicle, you must be at least 18 years old, and have a commercial driver license in your home state or country. Have a valid driver license from a state or country that recognizes Texas driver licenses as well. You got to recognize Texas.

Your friend borrowed your driver license and got pulled over by the police. What will happen?

Because you lent it to a friend, your driver license will get suspended.

DPS is authorized to suspend a license or driving privilege for:

Breathalyzer test failure (level of 0.08 BAC or more) Refusal to take Breathalyzer test Detectable amount of alcohol (minors)

Ryan's dad is a truck driver for a large company. He has a _____________.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

The DPS will suspend, revoke, or cancel a license for:

Delinquent child support Not installing a requested ignition interlock device Failure to repay any overpayment of food stamps or financial assistance Being mentally incapacitated Being chemically dependent Failure to renew annually as required (classified sex offender)

DPS

Department of Public Safety

DWLI

Driving While License Invalid; carries serious penalties

If you are convicted for any of the following offenses, your license will get suspended:

Driving while intoxicated Drug offense Not stopping to render aid Causing the death or serious injury of anyone while driving Overtaking and passing a school bus (subsequent conviction) Boating while intoxicated

Conviction of the following offenses will get your license suspended or revoked after a public hearing:

Driving while your license is suspended Causing a serious crash while driving a motor vehicle Becoming incompetent to drive

A person's regular Class C driver license allows them to legally drive a motorcycle.

FALSE

If you violate these traffic laws repeatedly, your license may get suspended or revoked:

Failure to stop for a school bus (2nd offense) Attempting to flee from law enforcement Failure to follow a probation order Failure to provide required medical information Failure to pass a required test Failure to complete a requested drug education program

Your license may also be cancelled for:

Incomplete driver education (*cough* *cough*) False or incomplete information on application license Suspension or revocation by another state Parental authorization withdrawn (please and thank you go a long way)

If your driver license gets suspended in another state, can you legally drive in Texas?

No, your license gets suspended even if the conviction occurred out of state

You can only get the Minor Restricted Driver License if the DPS determines:

Not having one could cause economic hardship for the family of the minor. It's necessary because of an illness in the family. It's necessary because the minor is in a VEP program (Vocational Education Program) that requires a license.

Conviction for the following offenses will automatically suspend your license if you are a minor (alcohol-related):

Possession, consumption, and/or purchase of alcohol Attempt to purchase alcohol Misrepresentation of your age Operating a watercraft while intoxicated Failure to complete an alcohol awareness class

Vocational Education Program (VEP)

Prepares people to work as a technician or to take up employment in a skilled craft or trade as a tradesperson or artisan

The state requires all drivers to purchase a minimum amount of liability insurance. Why?

To make every driver responsible for any damage they may cause

Conviction for the following offenses will automatically suspend your license if you are a minor (school-related):

Truancy (being excessively tardy or absent from school) Delinquent conduct by a minor or juvenile

Safety Responsibility Act

Under the Safety Responsibility Act, all Texas drivers are required to obtain liability insurance or otherwise demonstrate financial responsibility.

Provisional License Restrictions include that Provisional License Drivers may not drive:

With more than one passenger in the vehicle under the age of 21 who is not a family member Between 12 AM - 5 AM, unless driving is necessary for a school-related activity, medical emergency, job, or work-related activity* While using a wireless communication device (unless there is an emergency).

Stella will be helping her father out on the farm this summer. She has a Class B license. Can she use a farm trailer?

Yes, Stella can use a farm trailer with a Class B license.

What happens when your driver's license is revoked for life?

You can never drive a motor vehicle again!

What happens when your driver's license is suspended?

You lose driving privileges for a period of time. At its end, your license will be reinstated.

What happens when your driver's license is revoked for a period of time?

You lose your driving privileges and may need to apply again at the end of the revocation. Take the test. Fill out a new application. START ALL OVER.

Provisional License

You must be under 18 years of age and have held a valid learner license for a minimum of 6 months

Racing a motor vehicle on a public street or highway and evading arrest will result in:

Your driver's license being suspended

You are obligated to carry evidence of ________________ with you at all times.

car insurance; it is recommended to keep a copy of your insurance card both in your motor vehicle glove box and in your wallet/purse

Violations of the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) law involve:

a $125 fine and automatic driver license suspension for minors

To get your driver license, you'll need to pass:

a vision test, have paperwork demonstrating you live in Texas, and own auto insurance.

A Learner License* (Instruction Permit)

allows a new driver to practice driving before obtaining a provisional license. They are given to drivers who are at least 15 years old and complete required classroom hours.

A licensed driver __________________ must always occupy the passenger seat when a driver with a Learner License is behind the wheel.

at least 21 years old

You need to be ____________ to obtain a CDL to drive commercial motor vehicles throughout the United States.

at least 21 years old

Class C

basic license; You can drive any vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) less than 26,001 lbs and a trailer less than 10,000 lbs.

If you want to work at a delivery company driving a vehicle in Texas, you need to _________ to obtain a CDL.

be at least 18 years old

Truancy

being excessively tardy or absent from school

Commercial Driver Licenses

for individuals who drive motor vehicles used to transport goods or paid passengers. (ex: Semitruck drivers, school bus drivers, etc.)

Endorsements

give drivers special permission for different transportation activities.

All motor vehicles (including motorcycles, motor scooters, and mopeds) are required to be _______ for safety and environmental concerns.

inspected

People in the military's driver licenses are valid even if they have expired, as long as they are either still active in the military or have been in Texas for ____________.

less than 90 days

Being convicted for graffiti will cause you to:

lose your driver's license