Rawlins Wyoming Online Driver Education and Rawlins Wyoming Licensing Procedures
The process of applying for your Rawlins Wyoming learner's permit or first Rawlins Wyoming driver's license can be nerve-racking, but it doesn't have to be if you have the right information. We want you to get as much out of this experience as possible, and have designed this guide to help you through the process. Rawlins Wyoming has a Graduated Driver License Program for Rawlins Wyoming teen drivers, and there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure that applying for your first Rawlins Wyoming driver’s license is as simple and stress-free as possible. So let’s get started.
Rawlins Wyoming Online Driver Education
First of all, Rawlins Wyoming teen drivers are required to enroll in a Rawlins Wyoming approved driver education class. You can find more information about approved Rawlins Wyoming online driver education on the Rawlins Wyoming Department of Transportation website.
The Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit or Rawlins Wyoming Instruction Permit
Rawlins Wyoming offers a Restricted Learner’s Permit, also known as a “hardship permit” for Rawlins Wyoming teens age 14-15. If you live more than 5 miles from your job or school, you may be eligible to apply for a Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit. However, there is some extra paperwork you'll have to complete--more than if you’re applying for a regular Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit. All of the information can be found on the Rawlins Wyoming Department of Transportation website.
When you turn 15, you can apply for a Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit. This license makes it legal for you to practice driving with your parent, guardian, driving instructor, or licensed driver who is 18 years or older. In order to apply, you’ll need the following:
When you have all of this ready, head on down to your local Rawlins Wyoming Driver Service Center and submit your application. Then, you’ll have to take a rules of the road test and vision screening. If you can get this far, you've achieved your first milestone: the Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit, which is valid for 1 year and may be renewed once.
Once you turn 16, you’ll be ready for the next step in the Rawlins Wyoming Graduated License Program, the Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver’s License.
The Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver License or Rawlins Wyoming Provisional License
You can apply for your Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver’s License once you turn 16. However, you’ll need to make sure you meet these requirements:
- Be at least 16
- Complete the required 50 hours of behind-the-wheel driving (including at least 10 hours of night driving)
- Complete a Rawlins Wyoming approved driver education class
- Have your parent/guardian sign your application form
- You can study for the written test with the Rawlins Wyoming Driver Manual
Then, make an appointment and head back to your local Rawlins Wyoming Driver Service Center again. Remember to bring your parent/guardian, your identification documents, and your Rawlins Wyoming Learner’s Permit. Next is the dreaded Rawlins Wyoming road test--but if you have studied and practiced diligently, it shouldn't pose a huge problem. If you pass, then congratulations! You’ve just earned your Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver’s License.
Rawlins Wyoming Teen Driver License Restrictions and Penalties
There are still a few restrictions you’ll have to keep in mind for your Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver’s License:
- No driving between the hours of 11PM and 5AM unless for a medical emergency, or driving to/from work or school (you will need documentation to verify)
- No more than 1 passenger under 18 who is not family
- All passengers must wear seat belts
On the bright side, once you turn 16 and a half, you can apply for your Rawlins Wyoming Regular Driver License and finally drive unrestricted. Freedom!
Rawlins Wyoming Auto Insurance Financial Responsibility Laws
Once you receive your Rawlins Wyoming Provisional Driver license, you’re ready to drive--or so you may think. But hold your horses, because Rawlins Wyoming drivers are required by law to be covered by liability insurance. . In fact, you risk the suspension of your Rawlins Wyoming Learner's Permit or Rawlins Wyoming Intermediate Driver’s License if you are in an accident and found to be driving without Rawlins Wyoming mandatory liability insurance. If you don't have insurance already, getting it should be a top priority.
The minimum liability insurance coverage is:
- $20,000 bodily injury for one person
- $50,000 bodily injury two or more people
- $20,000 for property damage per accident
Rawlins Wyoming Drunk Driving, Cell Phone, and Text Messaging Laws
As a Rawlins Wyoming teen driver, it’s important for you to learn the Rawlins Wyoming drunk driving, cell phone, and text messaging laws. and follow them to the letter. After all, younger drivers tend to be killed drinking, speeding, and not paying attention.
Drunk Driving. Like most states, Rawlins Wyoming has a Zero Tolerance Law for underage drinking, and if you are convicted of a Rawlins Wyoming DUI or Rawlins Wyoming DWI, your Rawlins Wyoming Learner Permit or Rawlins Wyoming Driver’s License will be suspended.
In general, upon your first conviction of a Rawlins Wyoming DUI of .08, you’ll face the following penalties:
- Jail up to 6 months
- License Suspension 90 days
- Fine $750 to $300 and/or
- Substance Abuse Assessment
- Ignition Interlock Device
Needless to say, further Rawlins Wyoming DWI and DUI convictions will result in more severe penalties including jail time, fines, community service, and Rawlins Wyoming license suspension or even Rawlins Wyoming license revocation.
Cell Phones. In 2010, Rawlins Wyoming teen drivers will be prohibited from text-messaging while driving. The fine is $75 and takes effect in July 2010. We know it's tempting, but wait until you're out of the car to text your friends!