
IF YOU PASS, your permit will be stamped, and you can go to the next step. NOTE: You cannot get your license until you are 17 years of age. Make an appointment for your road test for 6 months after you pass your knowledge test. Once completed, the MVC agency will validate for practice driving. The driving school, student, or parent/guardian must complete the student permit at a motor vehicle agency that offers driver testing. IF YOU PASS, your permit will be validated, and you can go to the next step.Ĭomplete 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction in a dual-controlled vehicle with a licensed driving instructor. You will also be required to take a vision test. You will take your knowledge test at the school. When you are ready, you will be able to schedule your knowledge test. You should be able to complete form BA-412D and present your documents at the driving school. Offered in many high schools (check with your school district) or If you are enrolled in a behind the wheel driver training course at either of the above you can obtain a special learner’s permit at age 16. There are also many licensed driving schools throughout the state. In addition to fines and potential suspension, any points you earn may increase your auto insurance rates.Driver education classes in New Jersey are offered in many high schools (check with your school district). Details about the suspension will be explained in a notice of scheduled suspension, which you'll receive by mail. If you earn 12 or more points, your license will be suspended. Your surcharge will equal $150 for the first six points, plus $25 for each additional point, and you may have to pay this surcharge for up to three years. If you earn six or more points within three years, you will receive a surcharge from the New Jersey Surcharge Violation System (NJSVS). Points are applied to your license due to traffic violations you have committed. Eligibility points can be earned for committing violations such as reckless or drunken driving, excessive speeding or fleeing the scene of an accident. In addition to driving without auto insurance, your license and registration may be suspended if you earn too many eligibility points on your license. Other causes for license and registration suspension If you receive a third violation within three years, your license and registration could be suspended for up to 3 years.
