Florida Driver's Handbook 2011

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2. The Florida Driver License

• 2.1. Definitions
• 2.2. Florida Classified Driver Licenses
• 2.3. Who Needs One?
• 2.4. Who Does Not Need One?
• 2.5. Identification Requirements
• 2.6. Vision Requirements
• 2.7. Parent's Consent for Minors
• 2.8. Examinations
• 2.9. Physical and Mental Requirements
• 2.10. Restriction and Endorsement Codes on Florida Licenses
• 2.11. Selective Service
• 2.12. Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education
• 2.13. Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators
• 2.14. Career Offender
• 2.15. Voluntary Contributions
• 2.16. Fees

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• If you live in Florida and want to drive a motor vehicle on public streets and highways.
• If you move to Florida and have a valid license from another state, you must get a Florida license within 30 days of becoming a resident. You are considered a resident of Florida if you:
  1. Enroll your children in public school, or
  2. Register to vote, or
  3. File for a homestead exemption, or
  4. Accept employment, or
  5. Reside in Florida for more than six consecutive months.

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