How to get a Washington D.C. Learners Permit
Are you a first time driver? Then getting that learners permit can be exciting and daunting at the same time. This article will take you through the steps to get your Washington D.C. learners permit online with an extra emphasis on safe teen driving.
The Rules
Under Washington D.C. DMV guidelines, you must wait until your 16th birthday before you can apply for a Learners Permit.
All applicants are required pass a written exam and a vision test in order to obtain the permit. You then must hold it for at least 6 months and log 40 hours of driving before applying for a provisional license.Prepare for the Written Exam
The Washington D.C. DMV requires that all applicants must pass a written exam on traffic laws, rules and regulations.
The test is based on the latest edition of the Washington D.C. Driver Manual. If you fail the knowledge test, you’ll typically have reschedule a time to re-test and pay an additional fee.
Paperwork
Before you head to the Washington D.C. DMV Office, make sure you have all of the following required documents to get your learners permit:
- You must have valid proof of birth, social security number, and DC residency or a valid DC identification card.
- A Notarized Parental Consent Form with a copy of parent's or legal guardian's DC driver's license or DC identification card.
On the Road
When you first receive your Washington D.C. learners permit, you are allowed to practice between the hours of 5:00 am and 11:00 pm with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old in the front seat. Other restrictions require that you and your passengers must wear seatbelts at all times and the use of a mobile phone or other electronic device with (with or without hands free accessories) while driving is prohibited.
Learners Permit Resources
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Washington D.C. Driver's Manual for New Drivers Washington D.C. DMV Washington D.C. Practice Permit Test |
