IN DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield IN DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. Which of the following could result in a driver’s license suspension in Indiana? → Accumulating too many driving violation points
2. What does Indiana law require regarding a vehicle's braking system? → Two independent braking systems: service brakes and parking brake
3. In Indiana, what is the minimum following distance recommended for normal conditions? → Three-second following distance
4. What is typically required to reinstate a suspended driver’s license in Indiana? → All of the above
5. When are Indiana vehicles required to display front license plates? → On all vehicles that were issued two plates by the BMV
6. What type of knowledge test must Indiana learner's permit applicants pass? → A written test on state driving laws and road signs
7. What does an octagonal red sign always mean in Indiana? → Stop completely
8. In Indiana, when is it legal to make a right turn at a red light? → After a complete stop, when traffic is clear and no sign prohibits it
9. What must Indiana drivers do when they see a funeral procession? → Yield and not cut through the procession
10. In Indiana, is it legal to use a handheld cell phone while driving? → No — handheld use while driving is illegal
11. How many unsupervised passengers are Level 2 (probationary) license holders limited to in Indiana? → One passenger under 25 for the first 180 days
12. How often can a driver in Indiana take the Driver Safety Program to reduce points on their record? → Once every 2 years
13. What happens to an Indiana driver who is convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) for the first time? → Fines, possible jail time, license suspension, and possible ignition interlock requirement
14. How can you renew your vehicle registration in Indiana? → Online, by mail, or in person at a BMV branch
15. Which vehicle always has the right of way over other traffic at an intersection in Indiana? → Emergency vehicles with active lights/siren
16. Which document is not typically required when applying for a free Indiana state ID for voting? → Proof of employment
17. In Indiana, when two vehicles approach a four-way stop simultaneously from different directions, who proceeds first? → The vehicle to the right
18. What is the purpose of Indiana's REAL ID-compliant driver's license? → It can be used to board domestic flights and access federal facilities
19. What is the primary purpose of Indiana’s Free ID program? → To provide a photo ID for non-drivers
20. What should you do if you move to a new address in Indiana? → Notify the BMV of your address change within 30 days
21. In Indiana, what is the maximum allowable blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for drivers age 21 and over? → 0.08%
22. How can a driver prove compliance with Indiana’s financial responsibility laws? → By providing proof of insurance (SR22)
23. How long must an Indiana teen hold a learner's permit before applying for a Restricted Driver's License? → 180 days
24. What is the minimum liability insurance requirement for Indiana passenger vehicle owners? → 25,000/$50,000/$25,000
25. What precaution should Indiana drivers take when driving through a flooded roadway? → Never drive through flooded roads — turn around
26. What BAC limit applies to Indiana drivers under the age of 21? → 0.02%
27. During a severe thunderstorm with high winds in Indiana, what should drivers consider? → Pull safely off the road and remain in the vehicle
28. Which of the following drivers may be required to complete a Driver Safety Program (DSP) in Indiana? → All of the above
29. When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights stopped on an Indiana road, drivers in BOTH directions must: → Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the bus moves
30. In Indiana, what is the law regarding window tinting on the front windshield? → No tint is allowed on the front windshield below the AS-1 line