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