Drivers Ed Q

List the required equipment a motor vehicle MUST have in Delaware

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

Is driving a privilege and a responsibility or a right?

It is a privilege and responsibility It is NOT a right

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?

When applying for or renewing a Delaware license

When does your registration expire?

midnight on the day of the month indicated on the sticker

What conclusions can you draw from the "BAC and Crashes" graph on p.48 of your manual?

There is a clear relationship between drinking and driving crashes.

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

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

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

Vehicle Inspection - make application for a Delaware title and registration

must

required by law

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

surrender you valid license plate

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?

suspend or revoke - convicted of a violation in another state

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

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

Which contains more alcohol: A 12 oz can of beer, a 5 oz glass of wine, or a 1.5 oz drink of 80 proof alcohol?

they are all the same

What determines the length of a suspension or a revocation?

varies with the type of offense(s) committed

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

vehicle inspection

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

yes

Can a licensee obtain "Point Credit" via a defensive driving course?

yes

Can you become an organ donor and enroll in "Next of Kin Registry" when applying for your license?

yes

Can you lose your privilege to operate a motor vehicle?

yes

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

yes

Does the signature of a male driver's license application constitute consent to be registered for the Selective Service System?

yes

If we know that the amount of alcohol a 140 lb. person has consumed over a specific period of time, can we accurately predict his/her BAC?

yes

Is it true that the lower the weight of a drinker, the smaller the amount of alcohol beverage it takes to bring the BAC to a specific level? Explain your answer by comparing two individuals of different weights.

yes

Must a driver's license applicant disclose his/her social security number at DMV?

yes

Must all motor vehicles operated on the highway be registered?

yes

Must you carry your permit/license with you when you drive?

yes

Should your registration card and proof of liability insurance accompany you when you drive? Where should you keep it?

yes; glove box

If you are less that 18 years old, who must sign for the certification of a motor vehicle title?

your father, mother, guardian, or court-appointed custodian (with legal documentation)

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

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.

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

$200

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

$50

Nationally, what percentage of fatal traffic accidents involves alcohol?

36%

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

5 years

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

90 days prior

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

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

road

Used herein has the same meaning as highway

What is the minimum amount of liability coverage you must have?

15000,30000,10000

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

20-40 minutes

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

20/40

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

30 days

street

Used herein, means a highway in a city or suburban district

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

-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

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

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

name the factors that effect the rate at which alcohol moves to the blood stream?

- how much alcohol is in the drinks taken - governed to a lesser extent by the amount of food in the stomach and the intestines

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

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

What makes a person guilty of aggressive driving?

-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.

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

-An original Delaware Insurance Identification Card -A valid insurance policy -A written binder within 30 days of issue -Insurance in owner's name -Fax insurance is acceptable if from insurance company to DMV only. Please Note: No copies of insurance or laminated insurance cards will be accepted. Third party faxes will not be accepted.

explain calculated points

-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.

List the reasons why DMV would suspend your license.

-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 10 reasons for mandatory driver's license revocation.

-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

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

-Establish your (the owner(s)) financial responsibility -Purchase a liability insurance policy

What is the penalty for aggressive driving?

-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

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

-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.

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

-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

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

-Passing a Stopped School Bus -Reckless Driving -Operation of a Vehicle Causing Death -Aggressive Driving

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

-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

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

-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

Give ten reasons why a person may not be licensed.

-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

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

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

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

-application signed by their parents or the duly appointed legal guardian -complete the Motorcycle Rider Education Program

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

-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 20-24 mph over the posted speed?

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

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

In Delaware, conclusive evidence exists for a DUI conviction when...

BAC of .08 or greater

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

Explain Delaware's Megan's Law.

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.

What is a restricted license? Give an example of a restriction

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

List the prohibited equipment a motor vehicle may not 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

Which type of vehicles does a Class D operator's license permit you to drive?

Passenger cars Station wagons Pickup trucks Utility vehicles Most panel trucks

should

Recommended, but not required

List the additional equipment a motor vehicle MAY have in Delaware

Spotlights Fog Lights Back-up Lights Colored Lights

Explain the difference between a suspension and a revocation

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

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)

What is the purpose of the Graduated licensing system?

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

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

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

What does BAC measure?

amount of alcohol in a quantity of blood

Explain Habitual Offender Revocation.

an accumulation of certain types of traffic violation convictions

Which area of your brain is the first to be affected by alcohol?48

areas of your brain that control judgment and skill

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

driver license with a motorcycle endorsment

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

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

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

get a report from the treating phyician

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

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

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

if your license is lost, stolen, or destroyed

How is BAC expressed and measured?

in percentages and is measured by chemical analysis

Do small amounts of alcohol increase or decrease your chances of being in an accident?

increase

Who issues an application for a DMV title and registration? Which conditions must be met before an application can be issued?p65

inspection technician