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3 Easy Steps to Get Your Florida Learners Permit
Step 1: Sign up for the required DATA ("Drug Alcohol Traffic
Awareness") course Note: The DATA course is $29.95 and you can take
the test many times as you need. It also includes a practice DMV Exam
for FREE. We will automatically transmit your results to the DMV.
In a Rush, You can elect to get your Certificate via Email for $9.95
at the end of your course.
Sign Up Now for the DATA Internet Course $29.95
- How Long It Takes: You read seven (7) chapters and take a 40-question
test. The State of Florida requires you to spend four hours on the
DATA course.
- DATA Certificate: Once you pass, your DATA course completion
information is transmitted electronicall to the DMV - but many of our students also
want a copy of their certificate - you can get it via mail at no charge or (for a rush delivery, pay an extra $9.95 to receive the Certificate
on email immediately.)
Step 2: Sign up for Pass The First Time Program
Note: Almost 40% of students that go the DMV do not Get their Learners permit
the first time - the either fail the test or do not bring the right ID and Documents.
When you finish the DATA course you will be offered our "Pass the First Time" program for $14.95.
Here is what you get:
- An extensive course that teaches you everything in the Drivers handbook
- Practice Tests for both Road Signs and Road Rules
- Video Tips and Answers from a former DMV Examiner
- An online appointment system for your DMV appointment
- An ID and Document Guide so you bring the right paperwork
Step 3: Go to the DMV
With your appointment made by our system you will speed through the line at the DMV to take your DMV Test (you must be 15 years or older).
And having gone through our Pass the First Time Program you should pass your test.
After you Pass the DMV Exam:
Get your picture taken
Take a vision test, hearing test and give your thumb print
Congratulations,
You now have your Florida Learners Permit
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Using your Learner's Permit
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Auto Insurance. Parents need to call
their auto insurance agent to check what adjustments need to be
made to include a teen driver in their policy.
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Adult Supervision. There must be an
adult age 21 years or older with a valid driver's license in closest seat
to the driver with the learner permit whenever a Leaner Permit driver is driving.
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Hour Restrictions. During the first
three (3) months, drive only during daylight hours. After three
(3) months, you can drive until 10:00 p.m.
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One Year Practice Driving. Drive with
your Learner's Permit for one (1) year for at least 50 hours including
ten (10) hours at night.
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No Traffic Convictions. During the
Leaner Permit year, you can not receive any traffic convictions
to be eligible for your Operator's License. NOTE: You may avoid
conviction by attending Florida Drivers Association 4 Hour Basic
Driver Improvement course if you receive a ticket or in an accident
(click here for course information).
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Getting your Operator's License
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You must be 16 years or older and have had a Learner's
Permit for at least one (1) year with no traffic convictions and
50 hours of driving experience including ten (10) hours at night.
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Call ahead and schedule an appointment at the DMV
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What to bring to the DMV:
- A Florida Learner's Permit or a license from another jurisdiction
- Parent or guardian must sign a Parent Consent for Driver Application
of a Minor in front of the DMV examiner or have a florida notary witness
(click
here to print the form). This form states that you have at
least 50 hours of driving experience, of which 10 hours are at
night.
- Valid vehicle registration must be provided on the vehicle for
the driving test
- Study the Florida Driver's Handbook so you can be prepared to
take the driving test and your behind the wheel driving test
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Once you pass the Driving Skills Test:
Congratulations but beware! Traffic crashes are the number one killer
of teens. It's important to follow the rules below and all traffic
rules especially driving within speed limits and following road
sign rules.
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Don't get your License suspended or get points!
Important facts:
Age Restrictions
If you are 16 years old:
- You can only drive between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. except to and
from work or when accompanied by licensed driver who is at least 21
years old and occupies the front passenger seat
If you are 17 years old:
- You can only drive between 5:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. except to and
from work or when accompanied by licensed driver who is at least 21
years old and occupies the front passenger seat
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Points and License Suspension
There are a number of infractions that can cause you to
lose your learner permit or restrict your driving privileges. The following
are of particular interest to teen drivers.
- If you receive a traffic conviction while you have a Learner's Permit,
the one year period you are required to hold your Learner's License
will be extended for one year from the date of the infraction.
- If you receive 6 points on your driving record within a 12 month
period, your driving privileges are automatically restricted to business
purposes only for 12 months or until you are 18, whichever happens
first. If you receive additional points during this restricted period,
the restriction is extended 90 days for each additional point.
- If you have a blood alcohol level of .02% or more (applies to those
under age 21), an administrative suspension of six months will result.
- If you are truant in your school attendance, your driving privilege
is suspended until you provide proof you have attended school for
30 consecutive days.
- If you are convicted of possession of tobacco products before the
age of 18, your driving privileges will be suspended.
Driving Violations and Points
If you get a ticket or are in an accident, keep points
off your driver's license by attending the Basic Driver Improvement
(BDI) 4-Hour Course (click here to for course
information).
License Points
If you choose to pay the civil penalty or are adjudicated
guilty by a judge, your driver record will be assessed as follows:
| Moving Violations (includes
driving during restricted hours) |
3 points |
| Speeding less than 15 mph over the speed limit |
3 points |
| Improper Lane Change |
3 points |
| Littering |
3 points |
| Violation of child restraint
laws |
3 points |
| Speeding more than 15 mph over the speed limit |
4 points |
| Passing stopped school bus |
4 points |
| Moving violation (non-speeding) resulting in
an crash |
4 points |
| Reckless driving (criminal
traffic violation) |
4 points |
| Speeding resulting in a crash |
6 points |
| Leaving scene of crash with
damage |
6 points |
License Suspension
Driver license suspension will result as follows:
| License suspended for 30 days |
12 points in
12 months |
| License suspended for 90 days |
18 points in 18 months |
| License suspended for one
(1) year |
24 points in
36 months |
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Zero Tolerance for DUI
Drivers under the age of 21 with a blood alcohol level
of .02% or more will have their license immediately suspended for six
months. This administrative action is for a first offense; a second
offense will result in a one year suspension. Refusal to submit to testing
(first offense) results in a suspension of twelve months; eighteen months
on a second offense.
The online DMV exam is provided by the
American Safety Council and is certified by the Florida Department
of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles
You will be offered the choice to take the DMV exam when you finish
the DATA course.
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