Payson UtahOnline Driver Education and Payson UtahLicensing Procedures
Congratulations on starting the process of applying for your Payson UtahLearner’s Permit or first Payson Utahdriver’s license. Payson Utahhas a Graduated Driver License Program for Payson Utahteen drivers, and there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure that applying for your first Payson Utahdriver’s license goes as smoothly as possible. So let’s get started.
The Payson UtahLearner Permit or Payson UtahInstruction Permit
When you turn 15, you can finally apply for a Payson UtahLearner Permit, otherwise known as a Payson UtahInstruction Permit. In order to apply, you’ll need:
- Valid identification documents
- Social Security card or SSN proof (W-2 form, for example)
- Payson UtahResidency Verification
- Proof of Driving Experience
- Nonrefundable fee of $15
Once you’re ready, head on down to your local Payson UtahDriver License Office with your parent or guardian and submit your application. Then, you’ll have to take a medical and eye exam, as well as a written exam. If you survive, then congratulations. You’ve just earned your Payson UtahLearner Permit. Remember, you must practice driving with your parent, guardian, driving instructor, or licensed driver who is at least 21. Of course, all passengers must wear seatbelts, and be sure to carry your Payson UtahLearner Permit with you at all times.
Once you’ve held your Payson UtahLearner Permit for 6 months have met a few more requirements, you’ll be ready for the next step in the Payson UtahGraduated License Program, the Payson UtahMinor License.
The Payson UtahMinor License or Payson UtahIntermediate License
You can apply for your Payson UtahMinor License once you’ve held your Payson UtahLearner Permit for 6 months and are at least 16 years of age. However, you’ll also need to make sure you meet these requirements:
- Hold a Payson UtahLearner Permit for 6 months
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Complete a Payson Utahapproved driving education course
- Practice driving for 40 hours with a parent/guardian, or supervising driver
- At least 10 hours must be at night (and must be signed!)
Then, make an appointment and head on down to your local Payson UtahDriver License Office. Be sure to bring the valid identification documents, including your Payson UtahLearner Permit. Then you’ll have to take the dreaded Payson Utahroad test! If you pass, then congratulations. You’ve just earned your Payson UtahMinor License, otherwise known as the Payson UtahProvisional License. However, you’ll still have to drive with a few restrictions for the time being.
Payson UtahTeen Driver License Restrictions and Penalties
There are still a few restrictions you’ll have to keep in mind now that you have your Payson UtahMinor License:
- All passengers and the driver must wear seat belts
- If you’re 16, no passengers under 21 for 6 months or until you reach 18 years of age
- The exception is if your passengers are family members
- No driving between midnight and 5AM unless you’re going to/from your job, a school sanctioned activity, for a medical emergency, or on assignment for a farmer or rancher
Once you turn 18, these restrictions will no longer be valid. Freedom!
Payson UtahAuto Insurance Financial Responsibility Laws
Once you receive your Payson UtahProvisional Driver license, you’re ready to drive--or are you? Not quite yet, because Payson Utahdrivers are required by law to be covered by liability insurance. The minimum liability insurance coverage is:
- $25,000 bodily injury for one person
- $50,000 bodily injury two or more people
- $15,000 for property damage per accident
If you are in an accident and found to be driving without Payson Utahmandatory liability insurance, your Payson UtahLearner Permit or Payson UtahProvisional license could be suspended.
Payson UtahDrunk Driving, Cell Phone, and Text Messaging Laws
As a Payson Utahteen driver, it’s important for you to learn the Payson Utahdrunk driving, cell phone, and text messaging laws. Like most state, Payson Utahhas a Zero Tolerance Law for underage drinking, and if you are convicted of a Payson UtahDUI, your Payson UtahLearner Permit or Payson UtahProvisional License will be suspended for 90 days to 120 days (or until you are 21), whichever is longer. Upon your second conviction, your Payson Utahlicense will be revoked for 1-2 years. For a complete list of convictions and penalties, go to the Payson UtahPublic Safety webpage.
In general, upon your first conviction of a Payson UtahDUI, you’ll also face the following penalties:
- Jail 48 hours minimum or
- Work Service Program 48 hours minimum
- Home confinement
- $700 fine
- License Suspension of 120 days
- Also, possible alcohol/drug screening, assessment, education and treatment
And of course, further Payson UtahDWI and DUI convictions will result in increased jail time, community service, fines, and Payson Utahlicense suspension or even Payson Utahlicense revocation.
Currently, Payson Utahteen drivers are prohibited from using cell phones while driving.
Payson UtahOnline Driver Education
Payson Utahteen drivers can find more information about approved Payson Utahonline driver education on the Payson UtahDepartment of Public Safety website.