Perry UtahOnline Driver Education and Perry UtahLicensing Procedures
Congratulations on starting the process of applying for your Perry UtahLearner’s Permit or first Perry Utahdriver’s license. Perry Utahhas a Graduated Driver License Program for Perry Utahteen drivers, and there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure that applying for your first Perry Utahdriver’s license goes as smoothly as possible. So let’s get started.
The Perry UtahLearner Permit or Perry UtahInstruction Permit
When you turn 15, you can finally apply for a Perry UtahLearner Permit, otherwise known as a Perry UtahInstruction Permit. In order to apply, you’ll need:
- Valid identification documents
- Social Security card or SSN proof (W-2 form, for example)
- Perry UtahResidency Verification
- Proof of Driving Experience
- Nonrefundable fee of $15
Once you’re ready, head on down to your local Perry 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 Perry 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 Perry UtahLearner Permit with you at all times.
Once you’ve held your Perry UtahLearner Permit for 6 months have met a few more requirements, you’ll be ready for the next step in the Perry UtahGraduated License Program, the Perry UtahMinor License.
The Perry UtahMinor License or Perry UtahIntermediate License
You can apply for your Perry UtahMinor License once you’ve held your Perry 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 Perry UtahLearner Permit for 6 months
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Complete a Perry 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 Perry UtahDriver License Office. Be sure to bring the valid identification documents, including your Perry UtahLearner Permit. Then you’ll have to take the dreaded Perry Utahroad test! If you pass, then congratulations. You’ve just earned your Perry UtahMinor License, otherwise known as the Perry UtahProvisional License. However, you’ll still have to drive with a few restrictions for the time being.
Perry UtahTeen Driver License Restrictions and Penalties
There are still a few restrictions you’ll have to keep in mind now that you have your Perry 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!
Perry UtahAuto Insurance Financial Responsibility Laws
Once you receive your Perry UtahProvisional Driver license, you’re ready to drive--or are you? Not quite yet, because Perry 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 Perry Utahmandatory liability insurance, your Perry UtahLearner Permit or Perry UtahProvisional license could be suspended.
Perry UtahDrunk Driving, Cell Phone, and Text Messaging Laws
As a Perry Utahteen driver, it’s important for you to learn the Perry Utahdrunk driving, cell phone, and text messaging laws. Like most state, Perry Utahhas a Zero Tolerance Law for underage drinking, and if you are convicted of a Perry UtahDUI, your Perry UtahLearner Permit or Perry UtahProvisional License will be suspended for 90 days to 120 days (or until you are 21), whichever is longer. Upon your second conviction, your Perry Utahlicense will be revoked for 1-2 years. For a complete list of convictions and penalties, go to the Perry UtahPublic Safety webpage.
In general, upon your first conviction of a Perry 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 Perry UtahDWI and DUI convictions will result in increased jail time, community service, fines, and Perry Utahlicense suspension or even Perry Utahlicense revocation.
Currently, Perry Utahteen drivers are prohibited from using cell phones while driving.
Perry UtahOnline Driver Education
Perry Utahteen drivers can find more information about approved Perry Utahonline driver education on the Perry UtahDepartment of Public Safety website.