Driver license the official handbook

The Official Florida Driver License Handbook—rev. 051417
  
v  
IMPORTANT INFO 
FOR MINOR DRIVERS
Learners License Age 15–17
•  Must always drive accompanied 
by a licensed driver, age 21 or 
older, who rides in the closest 
seat to the right of the driver. 
•  Must only drive during daylight 
hours during the first 3 months 
after earning learner license. After 
3 months, may drive until 10 
pm
.
•  Must have at least 50 hours 
driving experience prior to 
getting Class E License, and 10 
hours should be at night.
Licensed Driver Age 16
Must not drive between 11 
pm
 to 6 
am
 
unless driving to or from work OR 
accompanied by a licensed driver 
who is age 21 or older. 
Licensed Driver Age 17
Must not drive between 1 
am
 to 5 
am
 
unless driving to or from work OR 
accompanied by a licensed driver 
who is age 21 or older. 
Driving Record Points
Any driver under the age of 18 
who accumulates 6 or more 
points within a 12 month period 
is automatically restricted for 
one year to driving for “Business 
Purposes ONLY.” 
Remember...
Always carry your driver license 
with you when driving, and always 
have proof of vehicle registration 
and insurance with you in the 
vehicle you are driving. 
 
Restriction Codes .................................................72
 
Identification Requirements ..............................73
 
Primary Identification ..........................................73
 
Proof of Social Security Number .......................75
 
Proof of Residential Address ..............................76
 
Identification Cards ..............................................77
 
ID Cards for Persons at/below Poverty Level ..77
 
License Renewal ...................................................77
 
Renewal Issuance Requirements ......................77
 
Renewal Options ..................................................78
 
Military Renewal by Mail or Online ....................78
 
License/ID Card Replacement ...........................79
 
Replacement Requirements...............................79
 
Change of Address ................................................79
 
Name Changes ......................................................80
 Veterans ..................................................................80
 
Veteran Designation on License or ID Card .....80
 
Exempt Fees for 100% Disabled US Vets ..........80
 
Disabled Parking Permit ......................................80
 
Selective Service ...................................................81
 
Sexual Offenders & Sexual Predators ...............81
 
Career Offenders ...................................................81
 
Florida Organ & Tissue Donor Program ...........82
 
Voluntary Contributions ......................................82
 
Emergency Contact Information .......................82
 Fees .........................................................................83
11. Driving School Providers ...................... 85
 
TLSAE Course Providers ......................................85
 
Third Party Driver License Exams ......................85
 
Advanced Driver Improvement Courses ..........85
 
Basic Driver Improvement Course ....................85
 
Licensed DUI Programs .......................................86
 
Mature Driver Insurance Courses.......................86
12. Driver License Testing .......................... 87
 
Testing Methods ....................................................87
 
License Examinations ..........................................87
 Vision .......................................................................87
 
Class E Knowledge Exam ....................................88
 
Vehicle Inspection ................................................88
 
Driving Skills Exam ...............................................89
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ............................ 91
flhsmv.gov
 online services ...Inside Back Cover

---

vi  
©2017 Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Congratulations! If you are reading this 
handbook, you are most likely taking the first 
step in joining the ranks of over 15 million 
licensed drivers in Florida.
The Department of Highway Safety and Motor 
Vehicles produces this Official Florida Driver 
License Handbook to provide you with the 
information you need to learn the rules of the 
road, understand traffic controls, and drive 
safely under various circumstances.
Operating a motor vehicle is one of the most dangerous activities you can 
undertake and driver education can save your life. Review this handbook 
thoroughly to ensure your safety and the safety of over 19 million 
Floridians and close to 100 million tourists who travel our roads.
Driving a car is a tremendous responsibility that can unlock a world 
of opportunity. On behalf of DHSMV, we welcome you to join us in 
upholding our vision: A Safer Florida.  Keep your eyes on the road, your 
hands on the wheel, and your mind on driving.
Safe travels, 
Terry L. Rhodes,
Executive Director
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

---