ND DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield ND 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 is an accurate statement about alcohol and driving reaction time? → Alcohol slows reaction time even at BAC levels below the legal limit
2. What happens when you refuse a chemical test after a DUI arrest in North Dakota? → Automatic license suspension and possible enhanced penalties
3. Which DMV service is typically available online in North Dakota? → Renewing your vehicle registration
4. What should you do if you find an error on your driving record? → Contact the DMV to request a correction
5. Under North Dakota law, is it legal for a passenger to drink an open alcoholic beverage while riding in a moving vehicle? → No, open containers are prohibited for all occupants
6. North Dakota's implied consent law applies to which type of chemical test(s)? → Blood, breath, and urine tests
7. Which type of identification is generally required when accessing DMV services in person? → A government-issued photo ID
8. Which North Dakota DMV service is available through self-service kiosks in some locations? → Vehicle registration renewal
9. What does a blue rectangular sign with a gas pump symbol indicate on North Dakota highways? → Gas station available at the next exit
10. Which of the following vehicles is generally EXEMPT from North Dakota registration requirements? → Farm equipment operating exclusively on private land
11. Which ND DMV office handles commercial driver's license (CDL) knowledge tests? → Any county driver's license site
12. Which state agency works alongside the ND DMV to enforce vehicle safety inspections? → North Dakota Highway Patrol
13. North Dakota registration renewal stickers must be displayed on which part of the license plate? → Upper-right corner
14. What must a North Dakota vehicle owner do within 10 days of selling their vehicle? → Notify the NDDOT of the sale
15. Which of the following results in an automatic 91-day suspension of driving privileges in North Dakota under the implied consent law? → Refusing a chemical test after a DUI arrest
16. When driving in fog in North Dakota, which headlight setting should you use? → Low beams
17. How long is a standard North Dakota non-commercial driver's license valid for residents under age 65? → 8 years
18. Where can you find information about the locations and hours of operation for North Dakota DMV offices? → On the North Dakota DMV website
19. What identification number is used to track a vehicle's ownership history in North Dakota? → Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
20. In North Dakota, what must you carry while driving? → A valid driver's license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance
21. What are the main components of the driving test required for a North Dakota driver’s license? → A driving skills test and a vision test
22. In North Dakota, what must you do when approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights? → Stop regardless of your direction of travel unless separated by a physical median
23. If a driver refuses to submit to a chemical test after being suspected of DUI in North Dakota, what happens? → Their license is immediately suspended
24. What does North Dakota's 'safe harbor' provision allow for underage individuals who call for help in a drug or alcohol emergency? → Limited immunity from minor in possession charges for the person seeking help
25. Which North Dakota office issues motor carrier operating permits for commercial trucking? → ND Motor Carrier Division under the DMV
26. North Dakota uses a point system for traffic violations. How many points triggers a mandatory driver improvement hearing? → 12 points
27. What is the vision requirement for a standard North Dakota driver's license (with or without corrective lenses)? → 20/40 in at least one eye
28. Which North Dakota agency is responsible for processing vehicle title and registration? → Department of Motor Vehicles (NDDOT Motor Vehicle)
29. Which of the following is required to obtain a REAL ID-compliant driver's license in North Dakota? → Proof of lawful status, Social Security number, and two proofs of ND residency
30. What is North Dakota's implied consent law? → By driving, you consent to chemical testing if lawfully arrested for impaired driving