Texas Drivers Handbook Chapter 1 Flashcards

Texas Drivers Handbook Chapter 1 Flashcards

(GDL) Phase Two:Phase Two restricts the driving privileges of individuals until

their 18th birthday following the issuance of a provisional license An application for a hardship license(DL-77) must be executed by an authorized adult on behalf of the minor. Both the adult and the minor must sign the form and present it in person at the driver license office.Only a parent, guardian, or person having custody of a minor may make application on behalf of a minor. If the minor does not have a parent, guardian, or custodian then an employer or county judge may apply on behalf of the minor.What nonresidents May Drive a Motor Vehicle in Texas?- Any nonresident who is at least 16 years of age and possesses a valid driver license issued in the nonresident's home state or Canadian province. Nonresidents at least 16 years of age who meet these criteria may drive a vehicle permitted to be operated with a Class C or Class M driver license in Texas Nonresidents who are at least 18 years of age may drive any vehicle in Texas if they are legally licensed to drive such a vehicle in their home state or country, and the home state or country grants like recognition (reciprocity) to citizens of Texas A person applying for a provisional license must: 1. Be at least 16 but not more than 18 years of age2.Complete and pass a driver education course (a driver education course includes both the classroom and behind the wheel phases), vision, and driving exams3. Have held a valid learner, hardship, or combination of learner and hardship license for at least six months4. Meet all other requirements for a renewal driver license applicant Class M Driver LicenseA Class M driver license permits a person to drive a motorcycle or moped. Before applying for a Class M license, you must pass a motorcycle operator training course approved by DPS. Motorcycle training course providers require drivers who are less than 18 years of age to present proof of completion of the classroom phase of a driver education course, hold a learner license (issued after completing the classroom phase of a driver education course), or hold a valid Class C license prior to enrolling in a motorcycle operator training course.Applicants 18 years of age and older who wish to legally practice driving are issued a Class C license with the same restrictions as a learner license. The license is generally valid for six years and costs $24 plus a $1 administrative fee.

Provisional Licenseis a driver license issued to persons 16 to 18 years of age that has the Phase Two GDL driving restrictions applied.The license will be marked "PROVISIONAL" and expire on the license holder's 18th birthday A person applying for a hardship license must: 1. Be at least 15 years of age but not more than 182.Complete and pass a driver education course (a driver education course includes both the classroom and behind the wheel phase), vision, knowledge, and driving exams3.Meet all other requirements for a first time driver license (original) applicant.DPS will issue a hardship license if it is determined that:1. Failure to issue the hardship license will result in an unusual economic hardship for the family of the minor applicant2. The hardship license is necessary due to an illness, disability, or death of a family member3. The hardship license is necessary because the minor applicant is enrolled in a vocational education program that requires a license for participation.4. A court order requiring issuance of the hardship license is presented The GDL program consists of two phases:Phase One applies to learner licenses.Phase Two applies to provisional licenses. All drivers less than 18 years of age must meet the licensing requirements for a learner license or provisional license, but they are also subject to additional requirements, including driver education and the GDL program.Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE) Form; If you are under 18 years of age and applying for your first Texas driver license, learner license, or provisional license,

you must provide evidence that you:

• Have obtained a high school diploma or its equivalent;

or2. Are a student enrolled in a public, private, or home school and attended school for at least 80 days in the fall or spring semester preceding the date of application; or3.Have been enrolled for at least 45 days and are enrolled at the time of application in a program to prepare individuals to pass the high school equivalency exam.The GDL programapplies to driver license applicants under 18 years of age and has contributed to a decrease in fatal crashes in recent years. As a part of this program, all new driver license applicants are required to pass a driving exam conducted at a driver license office or authorized testing facility.(GDL) During Phase Two these individuals may not drive a

motor vehicle:

• With more than one passenger in the vehicle under the

age of 21 who is not a family member2. Between midnight

and 5:00 a.m. unless the operation of the vehicle is

necessary for the driver to work, to attend or participate in a school-related activity, or due to a medical emergency A Class A driver license permits a person to drive:1. Any vehicle or combination of vehicles described under a Class B or Class C driver license; and2. A vehicle or combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more, provided the gross

vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) towed is in excess of 10,000 lbs.A Class A driver license does not permit a person to drive a motorcycle or moped.A Class B driver license permits a person to drive:1. Any vehicle included in Class C;2. A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more and any such vehicle towing either a vehicle with a GVWR

that does not exceed 10,000 lbs. or a farm trailer with a GVWR that does not exceed 20,000 lbs.; andA Class B driver license does not permit a person to drive a motorcycle or moped.Classes of Driver LicensesClass A, B, C, and M driver licenses are issued to individuals who are exempt or not required to obtain a