Driving Test Requirements - TxDPS

1 Texas Drive r Safety Cheeklist Safety Tips Driver License (DL). Beta~ Starting th Vi htd Please follow these general safety tips when operating Adjust the mirrors and your seat a vehicle: How to Prepare Fasten your seat belt Always drive defensively. Try to anticipate errors for a Driving another driver might make. Know where the vehicle controls are located and how to use them (headlights, Be aware of your surroundings. Check your Test windshield wipers, turn signals, etc.) mirrors, look both ways at intersections, and look over the proper shoulder before making a lane change or merging with traffic. Use the turn signals when appropriate Steer smoothly and avoid sudden turns. Look in the mirrors regularly and over your shoulder when necessary Accelerate and stop smoothly. Slow down or speed up gradually to avoid sudden jerks. Keep both hands on the steering wheel unless you are backing up Be aware of where you must stop when approaching an intersection. If your view is blocked, stop; then move forward carefully.

2 Look both ways before continuing into the intersection. Check traffic Do not roll through stop signs or red lights. Stop completely behind crosswalk or limit Always obey posted speed limits. When poor line weather, road, or traffic conditions are present, Stop smoothly without the vehicle jerking reduce speed accordingly. Turning or Changfng L n s Use the two-second rule to ensure you are following at a safe distance. Increase the following Signal 100 feet before starting maneuver distance for poor weather, road, or traffic Adjust speed for safety conditions. Check mirrors Know what all traffic signs and signals mean, and Look over your shoulder for the blind spot obey them at all times. Begin and end maneuver in correct lane Use the correct lane. Signal and turn from the improper lane into the proper lane. Yield or accept right-of-way as appropriate Put your signal on 100 feet before turning or changing lanes. www. dps. Check mirrors at regular intervals Look both ways at all intersections Help keep Texans DRIVER LICENSE DIVISION.

3 Look for and obey all traffic lights and signs Be a responsible driver .. See and react appropriately to hazards Creating a faster, easier, friendlier Follow at a safe distance (adjust for weather) driver license experience Reprinting prohibited without DPS permission. DL-60 (05/15) and a safer Texas Who ust he Drivi g hiel mn Duri g h ri i g T. You are required to take a Driving test if any of the Before you begin the Driving test, your vehicle must No pets or unauthorized passengers are allowed in following conditions apply: pass an assessment to ensure it is safe and can be the vehicle during the test. legally operated on public roadways. You have never been licensed in any US state or The test takes about 20 minutes. The goal of the territory. The customer service representative will check for: Driving test is to determine your ability to safely operate a vehicle and obey traffic laws. You are licensed in another state, but your license Two license plates (with the exception of single has expired.)

4 Out-of-state or temporary plates) permanently You will be graded on your ability to demonstrate the affixed to the front and back of the vehicle; following maneuvers: You are licensed in Texas, but your license has no auto dealership plates been expired for over two years. Backing in a straight line Working speedometer Parallel parking You have a medical condition that may affect your ability to safely operate a vehicle. Working horn Approaching intersections You currently have specific restrictions on your Working turn signals on the front and back of Turning Texas driver license that require a Driving test to the vehicle Stopping in regular traffic conditions be removed. Current vehicle registration and inspection Controlling the vehicle You were ordered by the court to take a Driving Current insurance (applicant cannot be listed Observing traffic test. as "excluded driver"). Maintaining vehicle position (turning, stopping, A Driving test is not required for renewals or for At least one rearview mirror inside or outside etc.

5 Anyone over age 18 surrendering a valid driver license of the vehicle from another state; however, DPS may require a Using signals Driving test at any time. Anyone under age 18 must Front passenger door that opens normally from take a Driving test. the inside and outside If at any time a dangerous or illegal maneuver is performed, the Driving test will be immediately Working seatbelts stopped and will result in an automatic failure. riv ng T Any restrictions on the driver To prepare for the Driving test, review the Texas Driver Handbook. This free handbook is available on line at One working brake light for 1959 or earlier model A er Diving Test under "Handbooks vehicles, Two working brake lights for models after You will be informed if you passed or failed the test, & Forms" or at any driver license office. 1960, or three for vehicles equipped with a "high and you will receive detailed feedback on the areas mounted stop lamp". where you did well and the areas where you need to Practice all of the maneuvers listed in the "Driver improve.

6 Safety Checklist" section before scheduling your test. Working windshield wipers, headlights, and While practicing, ask the person with you to give you taillights (depending on weather conditions If you do not pass the Driving test, your application instructions and point out any mistakes. and time of day). will be held in the driver license office for 90 days. After 90 days - or three failed tests - a new uHng Drivi g Befor h - Dr i gT application and fee must be submitted. Sch You must present one valid form of identification to the Most driver license offices now offer customer service representative. the option of scheduling your Driving test on line. To schedule a Driving test, Try to ask all questions before your Driving test begins. BeeQmiing a safe driver visit under "More Once the test starts, the customer service is an Qngoing process. Online Services." representative is not permitted to engage in general conversation.