To Our Delaware Drivers: Delaware is a beautiful state with endless discoveries. You can enjoy the Atlantic coast at our Seashore State Park, enjoy tax-free shopping, attend the theater in Wilmington, or experience Delaware’s rich historic past in Dover or New Castle. As you drive on our roads, make sure you, your passengers, and your fellow drivers, arrive safely. Obey the speed limit, don’t text and drive, wear your seatbelt, follow the rules of the roadway, and most importantly, never drink and drive. That is something we will not tolerate in Delaware. Delaware’s roadways and transportation options make it simple to travel the state. And while you are driving, consider the way your actions affect the environment. Share a ride, conserve your trips or try public transit. Each of these methods helps to ensure a “greener Delaware” for us all. Please do your part to ensure safety on the road so that Delaware’s roads are a safer place for everyone. Thank you and be safe, Governor John Carney MESSAGE FOR DELAWARE DRIVERS The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles has prepared this manual to assist both new and current motorists to better prepare for challenges that may be encountered while navigating Delaware’s roadways. Possession of a Delaware drivers permit or license is a privilege that comes with great responsibility. To ensure your safety, that of your passengers, and those around you, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations contained in this manual. Second only to our commitment to your safety, our mission is to ensure you receive a “First Class” customer experience that includes speed and efficiency provided by our highly trained professional staff for all of your driving-related needs. We encourage all motorists to share the roadways in a careful, courteous, sober, and defensive manner and to remember to always fasten your seat belts. On behalf of the state of Delaware, we wish you many years of safe driving. Nicole Majeski Jana Simpler Secretary Director Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles Corrections, suggestions, or recommendations to this manual may be addressed to: Chief of Driver Services Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles P.O. Box 698 Dover, DE 19903 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ONE – INTRODUCTION Page Definitions . 11 On-line Services. 13 MOTOR VEHICLE FEES . 14 SECTION TWO – DRIVER LICENSE INFORMATION NEW FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION STANDARDS . 16 What Documentation Do I Need To Get My Compliant Driver License . 16 DRIVER LICENSE REQUIREMENTS . 17 Exemptions From Holding A Delaware Driver License . 17 Who May Not Be Licensed. 17 APPLYING FOR A LICENSE . 18 How Do I Get A License. 18 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DRIVER LICENSE AND ID CARD APPLICANTS . 18 Ineligible Immigration Status. 18 Determine Legal Status/Authorized Length of Stay. 19 Acceptable Identification Documents List . 20 Foreign Adoption Requirements for Minors . 23 Driving Privilege Card Requirements . 23 How Do I Get A Driving Privilege Card? . .24 Graduated Driver License. 26 Requirements For First Time Applicants Over Age 18. 29 Transfer Of Licenses From Other Jurisdictions Into Delaware (over 18) . 30 Transfer Of Licenses From Other Jurisdictions Into Delaware (under 18). 30 License Renewal. 31 Permanent License Renewal. 31 Exchange Student Licensing Procedures. 31 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION . 32 Restricted License. 32 Replacement License. 32 Name Change . 32 Address Change. 32 Identification (ID) Card. 32 Veteran Identification Cards. 32 Voter Registration. 33 Medical Indicator . 34 Megan’s Law/Sex Offenders. 34 Mandatory Disclosure Of Social Security Numbers . 34 Selective Service System Registration . 34 Next Of Kin Registry . 34 Organ And Tissue Donor Program. 34 DRIVER LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS . 35 Class D Operator’s License. 35 Commercial Driver Licenses (CDL) . 35 Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). 36 CDL Class A License . 36 CDL Class B License . 36 CDL Class C License . 36 NON - CDL Class A License . 36 NON - CDL Class B License. 36 Class D & DPC Learner Permit . 36 Graduated Driver License Permit . 36 Temporary License . 37 Conditional, Occupational, And Hardship Licenses . 37 Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Endorsement/License. 37 ENDORSEMENTS . 37 Motorcycle Endorsement. 37 Motorcycle Rider Classes. .37 Motorcycle Learner Permit. 37 School Bus Endorsement. 38 Taxi/Limo Endorsement . 38 THE DRIVER EXAMINATION . 38 Vision Screening. 38 Highway Sign And Signal Test. 39 Rules Of The Road Test. 39 Road Test. 39 Road Test Locations . 40 Motor Vehicle To Be Driven During Road Test. 40 When You Must Be Accompanied By A Licensed Driver. 41 Preparation For The Driver Examination . 41 MEDICAL INFORMATION AND REPORTING . 41 Self-Reporting Of Medical Conditions. 41 Special Examinations . 41 Mandatory Medical Reporting . 42 Medical Surrender. 42 LICENSE REVOCATION AND SUSPENSION . 42 Mandatory Revocations. 43 Habitual Offender Revocation. 43 Suspension Of A Driver License. 44 Child Support Delinquency. 44 School Expulsion . 44 Driving During Suspension Or Revocation . 45 DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROBLEM DRIVER PROGRAM . 45 Delaware Point System. 45 Driver Improvement Problem Driver Program Actions . 46 Point Credit . 46 Serious Speeding Violations . 46 Occupational License . 47 Driving During Suspension Or Revocation . 47 Aggressive Driving . 47 Approved Behavioral Modification/Attitudinal-Driving Courses. 48 Defensive Driving Courses . 48 IMPAIRED DRIVING . 48 Drinking And Driving . 48 Drinking And Blood Alcohol Concentration . 48 Crash Risk . 49 If You Drink, When Can You Drive. 50 Drugs Combined With Alcohol. 50 Distracted Driving. 51 Drowsy Driving . 52 DELAWARE DRINKING AND DRIVING LAWS . 52 Drinking While Driving Prohibited. 52 Driving Under The Influence (DUI). 52 Implied Consent Law . 52 Law Pertaining To Juveniles Driving While Under The Influence. 53 Zero Tolerance Law. 53 Underage Consumption Or Possession. 53 Delaware Specific Penalties And Procedures . 53 Driving Under The Influence (DUI) Penalties For A First Offense . 54 Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program for First Offense Election (FOE). 54 DUI Penalties For Second Offense. 55 DUI Penalties For Third Offense. 55 DUI Penalties For Fourth Offense . 55 DUI Penalties For Fifth Offense . 56 DUI Penalties For Sixth Offense . 56 DUI Penalties For Seventh Offense . 56 Ignition Interlock Device Program (IID) . 56 SECTION THREE – VEHICLE EQUIPMENT, TITLES, REGISTRATION, AND INSURANCE MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT . 58 Required Equipment . 58 Additional Equipment. 59 Prohibited Equipment. 59 Using Headlights. 60 Using Safety Belts And Child Restraints . 61 HOW TO TITLE/REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE . 61 Step 1 – Liability Insurance, Financial Responsibility And Penalty . 61 Step 2 – Vehicle Inspection. 62 Step 3 – Title. 64 Requirement For Applicants Under 18 Years Of Age . 65 Renewing Registration . 65 Change Of Address. 65 Change Of Name . 65 Out-Of-State Inspections. 65 Responsibility Of Owner . ..