Alaska driver handbook

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   PREPARED BY ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES www.dmv.alaska.gov/home/

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   AS 04.16.050(c), repeat minor consuming alcohol, during the six months before applying for a driver license. During the provisional license stage which is a minimum of six months and can remain in effect up to the age of 18, you: • MAY NOT carry passengers unless one of the passengers is a parent, legal guardian, or a person at least 21 years of age

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   8 Take your written test online: ak.knowtodrive.com ALASKA KnowTo Drive knowledge test system allows you to: ✓ Take your test anywhere and at any time, from the convenience of your home on your own device. ✓ Choose from multiple languages and enable audio playback. ✓ Get immediate pass/fail results and directions for next steps once the test is completed. ✓ Avoid multiple trips to

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   must be presented before a duplicate will be issued. ADDRESS OR NAME CHANGE: Individuals who have a license or permit and who have changed their name or address must notify the Division of Motor Vehicles, in writing, within 30 days of the change. You must provide court ordered documentation to change a name or restore a previous name. A certified marriage certificate issued by

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   LICENSE: If a license or permit is lost, stolen, destroyed, or is illegible, a duplicate may be obtained. Proper identification must be presented before a duplicate will be issued. ADDRESS OR NAME CHANGE: Individuals who have a license or permit and who have changed their name or address must notify the Division of Motor Vehicles, in writing, within 30 days of the change. You

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   locate the owner. If unable to do so leave a written note containing your name, address, and telephone number. 9. A Certificate of Insurance is required on all crashes with property damage of $501.00 or more and must be submitted to DMV within 15 days, even if you submitted proof of insurance during the law enforcement investigation. A WORD ABOUT “POINTS” Alaska has a

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   $500 • SR22 Insurance: $2,000/year -$ 10,000 (5 years) • License Fee: $20 • License Reinstatement Fee: $200/250/500 • Education Compliance: $150 + Plus: • Written Test: Free • Embarrassment: $$$$ • Taxi/Bus/Friends: $$$$ • Loss of Driving Privileges: $ (90 Days) • Loss of Property (yours/another’s): $$$ • Loss of Job/Future Jobs: $$$$ • 10 points on your driving record • DUI’s stay

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   Court Fines: $1,500 • Sentencing: $250 + • Vehicle Impound Fee: $300 + • Loss of Car: $$$ (30 days) • Attorney (yours): • Change of Plea: $5,000 + • Court Proceedings: $3,500 - $5,000 + DMV Hearing: $850 • Attorney (court appointed) • Change of plea: $200 Court Proceedings: $500 • SR22 Insurance: $2,000/year -$ 10,000 (5 years) • License Fee: $20 •

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   kill someone every 51 minutes, nearly 28 people a day, and almost 10,000 citizens a year. In the past decade, four times as many Americans died in drunk driving crashes as were killed in the Vietnam War. About 97% of Americans see drinking and driving as a threat to themselves and their families. Highway fatalities are one of the reasons Alaska has created tough

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    nearly 28 people a day, and almost 10,000 citizens a year. In the past decade, four times as many Americans died in drunk driving crashes as were killed in the Vietnam War. About 97% of Americans see drinking and driving as a threat to themselves and their families. Highway fatalities are one of the reasons Alaska has created tough laws against driving under the

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    offense and 1 year for subsequent offenses. UNDER 21 VIOLATIONS-MINOR OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE AFTER CONSUMING ALCOHOL OR REFUSAL TO SUBMIT TO CHEMICAL TESTING It is illegal in Alaska for a person under the age of 21 to consume alcohol. If you are under 21 and you operate a motor vehicle, aircraft, or watercraft after consuming alcohol in any amount, you can be arrested

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    result shows any quantity of alcohol, your driver’s license, privilege to drive, or your privilege to obtain a license will be revoked by the Division of Motor Vehicles. This revocation will occur even if the criminal citation is dismissed, or you are found not guilty in court. The Administrative revocation periods are: • 30 days for a first offense • 60 days if you

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    are: • 90 days for a first offense; 1 year if you have been previously convicted of DUI or Refusal; 3 years if you have two prior convictions of DUI or Refusal, or 5 years if you have three or more prior convictions of DUI or Refusal. • Prior convictions of DWI/DUI or Refusal occurring in Alaska or another state within the last 15

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    will occur even if the criminal citation is dismissed, or you are found not guilty in court. The Administrative revocation periods are: • 30 days for a first offense • 60 days if you have been previously revoked for this offense. • 90 days if you have two previous revocations for this offense. • 1 year if you have three or more previous revocations

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    When convicted of a DUI or Refusal, use of an ignition interlock device is required on any vehicle you operate. If you have been convicted of only one DUI or Refusal you will need to have the IID installed for a minimum of six (6) months. The chart below shows the periods of IID installation for a person with multiple convictions. AS 28.35.030 (b)

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    Refusal you will need to have the IID installed for a minimum of six (6) months. The chart below shows the periods of IID installation for a person with multiple convictions. AS 28.35.030 (b) and/or AS 28.35.032 (g): DUI/Refusal Convictions Period of IID installed 1 st 6 months 2 nd 12 months 3 rd 18 months 4 th 24 months 5 th 30 months

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    ABOUT SAFETY BELTS 1. Collisions involving fire or submersion make up less than 1/2 of 1% of all traffic collisions. 2. Your chances of survival in a burning or submerged vehicle are far greater if you are wearing your safety belt because you are most likely to remain conscious and, therefore, more able to escape the vehicle. 3. More than 80% of all collisions

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    of the Alaska Emergency Medical Services Directory. Drivers send a copy of the citation along with the receipt from the EMS organization to the court. CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY Alaska Law requires ALL passengers, regardless of age, to use a seat belt or appropriate restraint device (car seat or booster seat). The driver is responsible for ensuring that all passengers under the age of 16

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    belt or appropriate restraint device (car seat or booster seat). The driver is responsible for ensuring that all passengers under the age of 16 are properly restrained in the vehicle. A driver may not transport a child under the age of 16 in a motor vehicle unless the driver has provided the required safety device and properly secured each child (Alaska Statute AS 28.05.095).

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    A driver may not transport a child under the age of 16 in a motor vehicle unless the driver has provided the required safety device and properly secured each child (Alaska Statute AS 28.

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    19 Implied Consent Law ................................................... 14 Inspection of Vehicle Prior to Driving Test .................. 7, 68 Instruction Permit ........................................................ 2 Intersections ................................................................ 33-35 Lighting

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    Required for Safety ................................... 68 Equipment Requirement ............................................. 68-69 Examinations (Written, Vision, Driving)....................... 5-7 Financial Responsibility ............................................... 10 Four-Second Rule ....................................................... 28 Following other

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    and Driving ..................................................... 14-19 Animals, Struck by Vehicle.......................................... 60 Bicycles ....................................................................... 43-45 Backing.......................................................................26, 63 Braking Distance ......................................................... 28

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    30 Turns.......................................................................31-32 Vehicle Inspection Prior to Driving Test...................7, 68 Vision Test ................................................................... 6 Weather Conditions ..................................................... 59 Withdrawal of Parental Consent .................................. 3 Written

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    and inconsiderate. Your signal alerts other drivers to your actions. Bicyclists are also required to use hand signals to signal a turn. TOWING When towing triples per 13 AAC 04.205 (e) No person may operate a motor vehicle on the roadway towing more than one vehicle unless the towing vehicle weighs more than 15,000 pounds, has three or more axles, and is equipped with

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    unintended signal still means you are turning to the other drivers. You might tempt another driver to turn or drive across in front of you. Failure to signal is dangerous and inconsiderate. Your signal alerts other drivers to your actions. Bicyclists are also required to use hand signals to signal a turn. TOWING When towing triples per 13 AAC 04.205 (e) No person may

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    flag person — stop until crossing gates are raised or until flag person discontinues signal. 4. Red light — stop when traffic signal facing you is red. 5. Yield right of way sign — yield and stop if necessary for traffic approaching an intersection or for a pedestrian. 6. Entering highway — stop and yield to traffic when entering highway from driveway, building, or

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    50%, and at a collision speed of 62mph only 10% of the pedestrians survive. Therefore, it is important to look for all types of roadway users at all times. As a driver, study the following safety tips and put them into practice when you drive: •Look out for pedestrians and people riding bicycles everywhere, at all times. •Use extra caution when driving in hard-to-see

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    head to look for bicyclists that may be next to them or approaching. As a driver, you must be alert and courteous to all bicyclists. The rules of the road and right-of-way apply to and protect these and other highway users. You must yield the right-of-way to them just as you would to another vehicle. Remember a bicycle is a vehicle. Bicyclists share a

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    only your mirrors- turn your head to look for bicyclists that may be next to them or approaching. As a driver, you must be alert and courteous to all bicyclists. The rules of the road and right-of-way apply to and protect these and other highway users. You must yield the right-of-way to them just as you would to another vehicle. Remember a bicycle is

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    traffic. Alaska Law AS 28.15.231 (b) states that no points are assessed for traffic violations when using a bicycle. Bicycles must follow the rules of the road per 13 AAC 02.385. Safety Tips We can make bicycling safer for all by observing the following safety tips: • Always wear a helmet • Obey all traffic controls • Ride your bicycle near the right-hand edge

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    and yield the right-of-way when moving out of a parking place. 9. It is illegal to park closer than the indicated distances from the following: a. 15 ft. from fire hydrant b. 30 ft. from stop sign c. 20 ft. from entrance to fire station d. 20 ft. from crosswalk or intersection e. 50 ft. from railroad crossing f. 500 feet from fire apparatus

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    is prohibited by law. 4. To prevent theft never leave the key in the ignition of a parked unattended vehicle. 5. Remove ignition keys or fobs from a parked, unattended vehicle. 6. When parking on a downhill, turn front wheels toward curb. On an uphill, turn front wheels away from curb. 7. In parallel parking the wheels must be within 12 inches of near

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    to park closer than the indicated distances from the following: a. 15 ft. from fire hydrant b. 30 ft. from stop sign c. 20 ft. from entrance to fire station d. 20 ft. from crosswalk or intersection e. 50 ft. from railroad crossing f. 500 feet from fire apparatus which has stopped with emergency lights flashing PARALLEL PARKING Step 1: Signal, stop even with

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    place. 9. It is illegal to park closer than the indicated distances from the following: a. 15 ft. from fire hydrant b. 30 ft. from stop sign c. 20 ft. from entrance to fire station d. 20 ft. from crosswalk or intersection e. 50 ft. from railroad crossing f. 500 feet from fire apparatus which has stopped with emergency lights flashing PARALLEL PARKING Step

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    65 Do not crossfire hoses Do not drive over a hose of a fire department without the consent of a department official. Driving your vehicle over any fire hose is not permissible under Alaska law. Damage or injury could occur to you, your vehicle or endanger the lives of rescue workers. 13 AAC 02.520 (c) $100 fine, 2 pts. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Be aware, your

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    manner when signaled to do so by police. AS 28.35.182 If you are contacted by an officer and you have a deadly weapon concealed on your person, you must notify the officer immediately. AS 11.11.61.220(a)(1)(A) Drivers must have their driver’s license in their possession AS 28.15.131, proof of insurance AS 28.22.019, proof of current registration AS 28.10.461 and show it to the officer upon

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    If you are contacted by an officer and you have a deadly weapon concealed on your person, you must notify the officer immediately. AS 11.11.61.220(a)(1)(A) Drivers must have their driver’s license in their possession AS 28.15.131, proof of insurance AS 28.22.019, proof of current registration AS 28.10.461 and show it to the officer upon request. Proof of insurance may be displayed on a mobile

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    220(a)(1)(A) Drivers must have their driver’s license in their possession AS 28.

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    INSTRUCTION PERMIT An instruction permit is required for everyone learning to drive on a street or highway. If you are 14 years of age or older, you may obtain the permit which is valid for two years. While you are learning to drive, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver. The licensed driver must be at least 21 years of age and have

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    Fuel consumption increases about 5% for every five miles per hour driven above 60 mph. If you traveled a 20-mile highway commute at 60 mph instead of 70 mph, you would save approximately 1.3 gallons of gas each five- day work week. 2. Ease up on the pedals. Rapid starts and hard stops can increase fuel usage by 40% but reduce travel time by

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    75 b. Combine errands to save time and gas. When you need to make multiple stops, go to your farthest destination first to warm up your engine more quickly for better fuel economy. If possible, park in a central place and walk to each destination. 12. Stay on Your Couch. Shop online and use online services for banking, paying bills, and other tasks that