Driver Licensing Flashcards

In West Virginia's graduated driver licensing (GDL) program, what restriction applies to a Level 2 (Intermediate) license holder during the first 6 months?

Answer: Only one non-family passenger under 18

During the first 6 months of a Level 2 license, the driver may carry only one non-familial passenger under age 18.

What is the nighttime driving restriction for a West Virginia Level 2 (Intermediate) license holder?

Answer: No driving between 11 PM and 5 AM

Intermediate license holders in West Virginia may not drive between 11 PM and 5 AM unless accompanied by a licensed adult or driving to/from work.

A WV driver's license is considered expired and requires a new knowledge test if it has been expired for more than:

Answer: 2 years

If a West Virginia license has been expired for more than 2 years, the driver must retake the knowledge and skills tests.

Which of the following is a valid reason a WV driver's license may be revoked (not just suspended)?

Answer: A DUI conviction

A DUI conviction is grounds for license revocation in West Virginia, which is a more severe action than suspension.

To obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in West Virginia, the applicant must be at least:

Answer: 21 years old for interstate and 18 for intrastate

In West Virginia, CDL holders must be 21 for interstate commerce but may drive intrastate commercially at 18.

What is the fee waiver policy for a West Virginia driver's license for a person who is homeless?

Answer: Full fee waiver with proof of homelessness

West Virginia offers a full fee waiver for driver's licenses to individuals experiencing homelessness who can provide required documentation.

When a West Virginia driver's license is suspended, the driver must typically surrender what?

Answer: Their physical driver's license card

Upon suspension, the driver is required to surrender the physical driver's license card to the DMV.