Florida Driver's Handbook 2011

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3. Obtaining Your License/ID Card

• 3.1. Learner's Driver License
• 3.2. Class E License
• 3.3. License Renewal
• 3.4. License Replacement
• 3.5. Motorycle Only License
• 3.6. Motorcycle Also License
• 3.7. Identification Cards

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A person who holds a Learner's license must be accompanied by a licensed driver, 21 years of age or older, who occupies the front passenger seat closest to the right of the driver. Drivers can only drive during daylight hours the first three months from the original issue date and must be accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years or older, who occupies the front passenger seat. After the first three months, drivers may operate a vehicle from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with a licensed driver, 21 years of age or older, occupying the front passenger seat. Drivers with a Learner's license are ineligible for a motorcycle endorsement.

Requirements

• Be at least 15 years old.
• Pass vision, road signs and road rules tests.
• Have the signature of one parent (or guardian) on the parent consent form, if under age 18.
• Completion of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course.
• Primary Identification, Proof of Social Security Number and Proof of residential address
• Must be in compliance with school attendance, if under 18.

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