Oklahoma driver handbook

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   R R Motorcycle, age 14-15 R R g Must have had your permit for at least 30 days to take the driving test. Renewal, expired less than 3 years – more than 30 days N N N Take your expired Oklahoma license and proof of legal presence to an authorized licensed operator or examiner. Renewal, expired more than 3 years R R R Out-of-State

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   OF LICENSE APPLICATION FEE LICENSE FEE TOTAL FEES RETEST FEE REPLACEMENT FEE Class A License $25 $56.50 $81.50 $4 $25 Learner Permit $25 $56.50 $81.50 $4 $25 Class B License $15 $56.50 $71.50 $4 $25 Learner Permit $15 $56.50 $71.50 $4 $25 Class C License $15 $46.50 $61.50 $4 $25 Learner Permit $15 $46.50 $61.50 $4 $25 Class D License $ 4 $38.50 $42.50

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   Horn ▶ Exhaust system ▶ Windshield and glass: Must be free of major cracks, chips, or obstructions in the driver’s line of sight, especially within the wiper blade area. Damage such as star breaks or impact points that can be felt by touch will not pass. ▶ Windshield wiper ▶ Insurance verification form ▶ Tires ▶ Seat belts (vehicles after 1965) SOK 23-044-45 Before

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   12 CHAPTER 1 Notes VEHICLE INSPECTION All vehicles must be equipped as required by Chapter 12 of Title 47 of the Oklahoma State Statutes. Officers may inspect a vehicle and its equipment according to 47 O.S.

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   12 CHAPTER 1 Notes VEHICLE INSPECTION All vehicles must be equipped as required by Chapter 12 of Title 47 of the Oklahoma State Statutes. Officers may inspect a vehicle and its equipment according to 47 O.S. §13-102. The following items will be inspected and must be in good working order: ▶ Lights: headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, parking lights, plate lights, reflectors ▶

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   notify Service Oklahoma when you change your name or address can result in the suspension of your license without your receiving notice of the suspension. UNAUTHORIZED DRIVING ■ It is illegal to drive without a license. ■ Even if you have a licensed driver with you, you are breaking the law if you don’t have a license or Learner Permit. Both you and the

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   accordance with 47 O.S. §11-207, obstructing or damaging roads, defacing, damaging, destroying or removing any traffic control device, road sign board, guide sign or signpost is a misdemeanor. If the action results in personal injury to or death of any person, the person or persons responsible for such action shall be guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 2 years

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   or giving you instructions. Speed limit signs are regulatory. In accordance with 47 O.S. §11-207, obstructing or damaging roads, defacing, damaging, destroying or removing any traffic control device, road sign board, guide sign or signpost is a misdemeanor. If the action results in personal injury to or death of any person, the person or persons responsible for such action shall be guilty of a

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   2 T his handbook is written to help you qualify for an Oklahoma Driver License and become a safe driver. It is not an official legal reference to Oklahoma traffic laws. Still, it explains in everyday language the knowledge and skills you will need to drive safely and

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    20 CHAPTER 4 International Symbols for the Disabled Practice driving courtesy and obey the law.

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    signal. X X X X X Leave the curb to cross the street. “Flashing”—Don’t leave the curb, but continue if already in the intersection. Do not leave the curb. Red Don’t use lane. Yellow broken line: Two-lane, two-way traffic, passing permitted. Yellow Clear the lane. If flashing, left turn permitted. YELLOW SOLID LINE IN YOUR LANE: DO NOT PASS Green Lane open for traffic.

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    Driving on controlled-access highways is different—and much safer—than driving on non- controlled-access highways. The rules for driving on these roads are different, too. Speed ▶ If your car is not in good condition or if you can’t or don’t want to drive at or above the minimum speed limit, don’t use the expressway. ▶ Drive between the minimum (usually 40 mph) and maximum (55-75

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    car from being hit by someone else and to keep your car, truck, van or motorcycle from endangering others. It is illegal to park in these places: 1. On a sidewalk. 2. In front of a public or private driveway. 3. Within an intersection. 4. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 5. On a crosswalk. 6. Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at

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    bicycle rider to swerve suddenly in front of you. When overtaking and passing a bicycle proceeding in the same direction, the person driving a motor vehicle shall exercise due care by leaving a safe distance between the motor vehicle and the bicycle of not less than 3 feet until the motor vehicle is safely past the overtaken bicycle (Title 47-11-1208-A). ▶ Watch for bicycle

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    If you see this flag on a bicycle, slow down; the bicycle rider may have impaired hearing. ▶ All bicyclists must ride in the correct lane of traffic. Bicycle Safety Rules for Stop Signs and Red Traffic Signals The following guidelines were introduced to improve bicycle safety on roadways: 1. Bicycle is defined as any device outlined in Oklahoma law (Title 47, Section 1-104).

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    D license, except for the driving test. Driver education completion not required. REQUIREMENTS: A Learner Permit is valid only while a licensed driver, 21 or older, sits beside the driver. The driving test can be taken 180 days after the permit is issued. The “Licensed Driver in the Front Seat” restriction will be removed when you pass the driving test. You can take the

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    level is 0.08 or more (or any measurable amount if you are under 21 years old), your driver license will be revoked—even if you are not convicted in court of driving under the influence (DUI). CRIMINAL EVIDENCE AND PENALTIES Whether or not a BAC test indicates you are legally intoxicated is not the real issue. Impairment of judgment and skill begins well below the

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    age of 16 years. (15 if receiving instruction in an approved driver education course). REQUIREMENTS: You must be receiving instruction from a parent, legal guardian or any person 21 or older who has a valid Oklahoma Driver License with a motorcycle endorsement added and who has visual contact with the operator. You must meet the requirements for a regular driver license. The learner restriction

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    16-year olds either receive a traffic ticket or are involved in a crash. Q Are other states passing GDL too? A Yes. All 50 states have some version of Graduated Driver License as established by their laws. Q What happens if you break the rules and are convicted of a moving violation? A You will remain at your current GDL level (learner or intermediate)

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    are no commercial driving schools in your area, Parent-Taught Education may be right for you. NEW GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSE (GDL) House Bill 1599 requires teens to apply for the license which restricts their driving time to the hours of 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. with the exceptions for driving to work, school, church or related activities or if a licensed driver over 21 years

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    and are convicted of a moving violation? A You will remain at your current GDL level (learner or intermediate) until 6 months from the date of conviction has elapsed. Q Does the driver education course I take have to be given by a high school? A No. You may take any driver education course that has been certified by Service Oklahoma, including parent-taught driver

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    A Parent-Taught Driver Education is the newest of three forms of driver education in Oklahoma. If you do not attend a public school or there are no commercial driving schools in your area, Parent-Taught Education may be right for you. NEW GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSE (GDL) House Bill 1599 requires teens to apply for the license which restricts their driving time to the hours of

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    9 CHAPTER 1 WHAT TO EXPECT The law says that you must pass certain tests to show that you can drive a car or motorcycle legally and safely before you can get your Oklahoma Driver License. You apply for your license and take your tests at a Driver Testing Facility operated by Service Oklahoma.

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    For the Class D license, there are three tests: the vision screening, the written test and the driving test for cars and motorcycles. You may not be required to take all three.