Transcription of Kansas driving handbook
1 1 Kansas driving HandbookNoncommercial Driver s Manual AAMVA 09 Model Test Version (Revised April 2021) COPYRIGHT AAMVA All Rights Reserved 2 Kansas approximately 141,000 miles of roads keep our state s economy moving between cities and towns - both rural and urban and these roads help us stay connected. Even more importantly, these roads are built to keep safe our state s most valuable assets- people like you. As drivers, we also have a big responsibility for keeping our roads safe, and this handbook was created with that purpose in mind. Whether you are a new or experienced driver, it will help prepare you to successfully complete your driving test, which focuses on shared rules of the road that help us all drive safely. One new item I want to highlight is the information about texting while driving . Because a growing number of traffic accidents and deaths have been caused by people sending text messages while driving , the Kansas Legislature updated our driving laws to prohibit this activity that can dangerously distract us from the road.
2 I invite you to visit our website, , for answers to other questions you may have. The Kansas Department of Revenue strives to make your experience with the Division of Vehicles quicker, more user-friendly, and convenient. Our website gives you another way to take care of some services without leaving your house or waiting in lines. Sincerely, Governor Laura Kelly 3 Table of Contents Required Documents List .. 6 Real ID .. 8 Age Requirements .. 9 Driver Licenses .. 9 Instruction Permits .. 9 Driver s Education .. 9 Online Knowledge Exam .. 9 Appointment Scheduling .. 9 Contact .. 10 SECTION 1- The Driver s License .. 11 About This Manual .. 11 Types of Driver s Licenses and Driver s Permits .. 11 Required Noncommercial License Tests .. 13 Driver License Renewal .. 14 Loss of driving 14 Test Your Knowledge .. 15 SECTION 2- State/Provincial/Territory Laws and Rules of the Road .. 16 State/Provincial/Territory Laws.
3 16 Test Your Knowledge .. 19 SECTION 3- Be in Shape to Drive .. 20 Vision .. 20 Hearing .. 20 Fatigue .. 20 Driver Distractions .. 21 Aggressive driving .. 22 Alcohol, Other Drugs and driving .. 22 Health: .. 24 Emotions .. 24 Test Your Knowledge .. 25 SECTION 4- Before You Drive .. 26 Adjusting Seat and Mirrors .. 26 Using Safety Belts .. 27 Air Bags .. 27 Child Passenger Safety Laws .. 28 Test Your Knowledge .. 29 SECTION 5- Basic driving .. 30 4 Starting .. 30 Accelerating .. 30 Stopping .. 30 Steering .. 30 Backing .. 32 Test Your Knowledge .. 32 SECTION 6- Rules of the Road .. 33 Right-Of-Way .. 33 Traffic Control Devices .. 34 Traffic Signals .. 34 Traffic Signs .. 35 Warning Signs .. 35 Guide Signs .. 42 Incident Signs .. 43 Pavement Markings: .. 43 General Rules: .. 45 Rules for School Buses .. 50 Parking .. 52 Test Your Knowledge .. 55 SECTION 7- Safe driving Tips .. 56 Visual Search .. 56 Speed Management.
4 58 Special Handling Characteristics .. 62 Traction Technology .. 62 Space Management .. 62 Minimizing Hazards .. 67 Communicating .. 67 Driver Awareness .. 70 Decision Making .. 71 Test Your Knowledge .. 72 SECTION 8- Avoiding Collisions and Emergency Situations .. 73 Avoiding Collisions .. 73 Emergencies .. 75 Vision Limitations .. 77 Test Your Knowledge .. 78 SECTION 9- Sharing the Road .. 79 79 Bicyclists .. 80 Motorcycles, Scooters and Mopeds .. 83 5 Emergency Vehicles .. 84 Police/Traffic Stops .. 85 Interacting with Commercial Vehicles .. 85 Public Transportation .. 87 driving Slow Moving 88 Test Your Knowledge .. 89 SECTION 10- Special driving Situations .. 90 Rural Road driving .. 90 Night driving .. 90 driving in Adverse Weather .. 91 Avoiding Collisions with Animals .. 92 Test Your Knowledge .. 93 SECTION 11- How to Prepare for Your Driver License .. 94 Knowledge Test .. 94 Sample Questions: .. 94 Pre-Trip Vehicle Safety Inspection Test.
5 96 External Inspection .. 96 Internal Inspection .. 97 Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test .. 100 Road Test .. 104 How You Will Be Tested .. 104 SECTION 12- Optional Information .. 108 Trip Planning .. 108 Winter driving .. 109 driving in Very Hot Weather .. 110 Tornadoes .. 110 Lightning .. 110 Flood .. 110 Online Knowledge 111 6 Required Documents List7 **Note: If you want a "VETERAN" indicator, bring your DD-214, Veterans Affairs ID or a retired military ID. 8 Real ID 9 Age Requirements Driver Licenses Commercial Class A, B or C (Interstate): 21 years of age or older Commercial Class A, B or C (Intrastate): 18 years of age or older Non-Commercial Class A or B: 18 years of age or older Non-Commercial Class C: 17 years of age or older Non-Commercial Class C (Restricted): 15 years of age, completed driver s education, completed(25 of the) 50 hours of practice driving while accompanied by an adult, 21 years of age or older,10 of those 50 at night.
6 Non-Commercial Class C or M 16 years of age, completed 50 hours of (Less Restricted Privileges):practice driving while accompanied by an adult, 21 years of age or older; 10 of those at night Non-Commercial Class C (Farm Permit): 14 or 15 years of age Non-Commercial Class C (Less Restricted Farm Permit)16 years of age, completed 50 hours ofpractice driving while accompanied by an adult, 21 years of age or older; 10 of those at nightFor a more complete explanation of driving ages and requirements refer to Instruction Permits Class C or M Instruction Permit: 14 years of age or older Non-Commercial Class A or B Instruction Permit: 18 years of age or older Commercial Instruction Permit (any class) 18 years of age or olderDriver s Education There are many online Driver's Education courses being offered over the internet. Internet courses do not meet requirements for a Driver's License in Kansas . The only programs that are approved by the State of Kansas for Driver Education purposes are programs offered through a local, accredited school district which have been approved by the Department of Education.
7 Please note: a certificate of completion from an Internet Driver Education course will not be accepted for licensure. If unsure whether a program has been approved by the Department of Education you may contact the Department of Education at 785-296-3379, the Kansas Division of Vehicles at 785-296-3671 or by e-mail at: Online Knowledge Exam The Kansas Department of Revenue offers Kansans the ability to complete their non-commercial knowledge exam online, bring in their passing results, and eliminate the in-office knowledge exam. For more information, and to see if you qualify, visit Appointment Scheduling Appointments are recommended when visiting the driver s license office. Please visit for information on scheduling with your local state driver s license office. 10 Contact Driver services maintain driving records and processes changes to driving privileges such as restrictions, suspensions, revoked licenses, and reinstated licenses.
8 They also coordinate administrative hearings on chemical test failures and test refusals and manage proof of insurance requirements for drivers. Mailing Address (For other than express mail) Driver Solutions Box 2021 Topeka, KS 66601 Telephone (Available Monday through Friday 8:00 to 4:00 ) 785-296-3671 Email: Fax: 785-296-6851 Note: Please include full name and driver s license number. Allow 7 10 business days to process after receipt. Hearing impaired TTY: 785-296-3613 Driver Services Walk-in services available at: Mission 6507 Johnson Dr. Mission, KS 66202 Wichita Twin Lakes 1873 W 21st St. N, STE 422 Wichita, KS 67203 Wichita West 610 S Tyler Rd. Wichita, KS 67209 Topeka 300 SW 29th St. Topeka, KS 66611 Office Hours: 8:00 to 4:45 ; Monday through Friday Disclaimer: Portions of this manual have been summarized. Kansas law will take precedence over discrepancies or omissions in the manual.
9 For a complete citation of driver license statutes. Refer to: Chapter 8, Article 2 of the Kansas Motor Vehicle Act. 11 SECTION 1- The Driver s License This Section Covers About This Manual Types of Driver s Licenses and Driver s Permits Required Noncommercial License Tests Driver License Renewal Loss of driving Privileges [Out of State License or driving on an Existing License] About This Manual This manual provides information on safe driving rules and practices all drivers should know. This manual does NOT provide information on all aspects of driving . You may have to contact the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles for additional information. Be sure to read the entire manual carefully. You should read and study this manual to help you pass the written test(s) for a Driver s License. Anyone who operates a motor vehicle, motorcycle, or motor-driven cycle on public roadways in Kansas is required to have a Driver s License.
10 You are required to have a Kansas Driver s License within 90 days of moving to Kansas . You may obtain a Driver s License if you: Are at least 16 years of age Are able to submit proof of name, age and address Have successfully completed an approved driver education course if under age (18) if applicable to Kansas Have parental/guardian consent if under age (18) Pass required Driver s License exams/ knowledge exam may be completed online at Turn in any Driver s Licenses or identification cards previously held Have not had your license suspended, revoked, denied, or cancelled (in other words you are disqualified from your driving privileges) Are lawfully present in the United States Pass required medical requirements for the type of Driver s License desired Have not been found by a court to be mentally incompetent, have a substance or alcohol abuse problem, or be a habitual user of illegal drugs Have no unpaid fines for moving traffic violations This manual will provide information needed to drive a noncommercial vehicle (passenger car).
