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Arizona Driver License Manual a n d C u s t o m e r S e r v i c e G u i d e


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Motor Vehicle Division1801 West Jefferson Street Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Janice K. BrewerGovernor

John S. HalikowskiDirector

Stacey K. StantonDivision Director

Hello!

We at Arizonas Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) are pleased to provide this comprehensive guide to

vehicle title and registration processes, driver licensing and basic motoring laws for our state.

Each driver and vehicle owner, whether relocating to Arizona, or a lifetime resident, interacts with

MVD. Our goal is to provide a high standard of customer service for those whose transaction

requires a visit to an office, as well as integrating the latest technology to offer convenient, routine

services via Internet and telephone. In addition, MVD has partnered with others to provide addi-

tional locations to transact essential MVD business.

This guide provides a basic driver license manual for those who are new drivers, as well as a

customer service guide that answers most questions that even long-time residents may have.

MVD provides services for millions of Arizona motorists each year and the numbers are growing!

To keep pace with that growth, and to ensure fast, efficient service, we were the first state in the

nation to provide electronic options for MVD services. Each year we continue to enhance those

services.

We look forward to providing you with outstanding customer service, whether you visit an MVD

office, an MVD Authorized Third Party, or contact us by telephone or on the Internet.

Sincerely,

Stacey K. Stanton

Director

Motor Vehicle Division


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About This ManualThis manual is designed to help you obtaina driver license or an instruction permit byexplaining the Arizona motor vehicle lawswithout using technical language. Detailsof the Motor Vehicle laws can be foundunder Transportation Title 28 of the ArizonaRevised Statutes at www.azleg.gov.

If you are applying for a motorcycle license,you will need to study the MotorcycleOperator Manual in addition to this manual.If you are applying for a Commercial DriverLicense, please refer to the CommercialDriver License Manual. All manuals areavailable by calling one of the numbersbelow.

Questions or Comments?Phoenix 602-255-0072Tucson 520-629-9808elsewhere in Arizona

1-800-251-5866

TDD Hearing/Speech Impaired Service

602-712-3222

Note - These TDD phone numbers will only work forhearing impaired customers using a TDD system.

NAME AND ADDRESS CHANGESYou are required by law to notify MVD

within 10 days of any change toyour name or address (see page 5).

Changes may have been made to theinformation contained in this publication

since it was last revised. Please check theMotor Vehicle Divisions What's Newpageat www.azdot.gov/mvd/whatsnew.asp for

updates.

Table of ContentsOffice Locations and Hours .....................3

Fees at MVD Offices................................4

Arizonas Driver License .........................6

Applying for a Title and Registration ....14

Section 1:Before You Drive ...................................20

Section 2:Safe Driving Practices ..........................23

Section 3:

Rules of the Road ..................................33

Section 4:Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles ..46

Section 5:Actively Avoiding Crashes .....................48

Section 6:Handling Emergencies...........................60

Test Review Questions ..........................65

Revised May 2011

All Contents 2011 Arizona Department of Transportation


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OFFICE ADDRESS HOURS (CLOSED)

Apache Junction cc 575 N Idaho Rd, Ste 600, Apache Junction 85219 M-F 8-5

Avondale cc 1452 N Eliseo C Felix Jr Way, Avondale 85323 M-F 8-5

Buckeye (TR only) 100 N Apache Rd #8, Buckeye 85326 M-Th 8-5

Bullhead City ** (M) cc 1325 Alonas Way, Bullhead City 86442 M-F 8-5

Casa Grande ** (M) cc 240 W Cottonwood Ln, Casa Grande 85222 M-F 8-5

Chandler cc 50 S Beck Ave, Chandler 85244 M-F 8-5

Chinle Hwy 191, Apache Complex, Chinle 86503 M-F 8-5***

Clifton 3-Way Junction Hwy 78/75, Clifton 85533 T-Th 9-4 (11-12:30)

Colorado City ** (M) 45 S Central St, Colorado City 86021 M-F 9-4 (12-12:30)

Coolidge 672 N Arizona Blvd, Coolidge 85228 M-F 8-5Cottonwood ** (M) 525 S. 12th St., Cottonwood 86326 M-F 8-5

Douglas ** (M) 2050 N. Hwy 191, Douglas 85607 M-F 8-5

Flagstaff ** (M) cc 1851 S Milton Rd, Flagstaff 86001 M-F 8-5

Glendale cc 16380 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale 85306 M-F 8-5

Globe ** (M) 4335 Hwy 60, Claypool 85532 M-F 8-5

Green Valley 601 N La Canada Dr, Green Valley 85614 M-F 8-5

Holbrook 2108 E Navajo Blvd, Holbrook 86025 M-F 8-5

Kingman ** cc 3670 E Andy Devine, Kingman 86401 M-F 8-5

Lake Havasu City ** (M) cc 2081 Spawr Circle, Lake Havasu City 86403 M-F 8-5

Littlefield ** (M) Hwy 91, Beaver Dam 700 N Bldg. C 86432 M-W 8-5, Th 8-3 (12-1:30)

Mesa ** (M) cc 1840 S Mesa Dr, Mesa 85210 M-F 8-5Mesa Southeast ** (M) 4123 E Valley Auto Dr, Mesa 85206 M-F 8-5

Nogales 3030 N Grand Ave, Nogales 85621 M-F 8-5

Page ** (M) US89, Mile Post 551, Page 86040 M-F 8-5

Parker cc 29305 Mutahar St., Parker 85344 M-F 8-5

Payson 200 W Frontier, Ste Q, Payson 85541 M-F 8-5

Phoenix (M only) 1225 N 25th Ave, Phoenix 85009 M-F 8-5

Phoenix-Northwest cc 20626 N 26th Ave, Phoenix 85027 M-F 8-5

Phoenix-South Mountain cc 221 E Olympic Dr, Phoenix 85040 M-F 8-5

Phoenix-West cc 4005 N 51st Ave, Phoenix 85031 M-F 8-5

Prescott ** (M) cc 1105 Commerce Drive, Prescott 86305 M-F 8-5

Safford ** (M) cc 310 Main St, Safford 85546 M-F 8-5San Manuel 190 N Redington Rd, San Manuel 85631 M-F 8-4:30

Scottsdale cc 7339 E Paradise Ln, Scottsdale 85260 M-F 8-5

Show Low ** (M) 200 W McNeil, #10, Show Low 85901 M-F 8-5

Sierra Vista ** (M) 5224 E Charleston Rd, Sierra Vista 85635 M-F 8-5

St Johns ** (M) 395 S Washington, St Johns 85936 T-W 8-4:30Surprise cc 13009 W Bell Rd, Surprise 85374 M-F 8-5

Teec Nos Pos (DL only) US 160, MP 465.2, Teec Nos Pos 86514 M-F 8-5

Tempe cc 1703 E Larkspur Ln, Tempe 85281 M-F 8-5

Tuba City 25 E. Edgewater Dr., Tuba City, AZ 86045 M-F 8-4:30 (12:30-1:30)***

Tucson ** (M) cc 3565 S Broadmont Dr, Tucson 85713 M-F 8-5

Tucson-East cc 1360 S Stocker Dr, Tucson 85710 M-F 8-5

Tucson-North cc 7330 N Shannon Rd, Tucson 85741 M-F 8-5

Wickenburg cc 472 E Wickenburg Way Ste 304 85390 M-F 8-5

Window Rock Hwy 264, Mile Post 476, Window Rock 86515 M-F 8-5***

Winslow ** (M) 200 N ADOT Ln, Winslow 86047 M-F 8-5 (12-1)

Yuma ** (M) cc 2165 E Gila Ridge Rd, Yuma 85365 M-F 8-5

** Motorcycle Skill TestingAvailable

*** Daylight Savings Time

(D) - Driver License

(T) - Tit le and Registration

(M) - Motorcycle Skills Testingcc - Office accepts Mastercard

or Visa

All offices perform both

driver license and title and

registration services unless

otherwise noted.

Some MVD offices are closed

between 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

for lunch. Call 602-255-0072.

MVD OFFICES PROVIDE

INFORMATION ONLY TO

CUSTOMERS ARRIVING 30

MINUTES PRIOR TO CLOSING.

Office Locations and HoursInformat ion concerning MVD office locations and hours may change. Please see www.azdot.gov/MVD forcurrent information.


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Third Party Offices

Third party offices are authorized and monitored by MVD to perform limited motor vehicle services. Manyhave extended hours, at convenient locations. In addition to appropriate MVD fees, a convenience fee will becollected by the third party for most transactions.

For a list of MVD third party offices, visit www.azmvdservices.com

Office Locations and Hours

Commercial Driver License OfficesThe following MVD offices are authorized to conduct commercial driver license activities only during the hoursindicated. Note: information only after 4:30pm; written and road testing is 8am to 3pm.

OFFICE ADDRESS PHONE HOURSCasa Grande 240 W Cottonwood Ln. 520-628-5857 W 8-5Flagstaff 1851 S Milton Rd. 928-779-7513 W-Th 8-5Goodyear* 14370 W Van Buren St. 602-771-2955 M-F 8-5Holbrook 2108 E Navajo Blvd. 928-524-5586 Tu and Th 8-5Kingman 3670 E Andy Devine Ave. (Hwy 66 928-681-6398 W-Th 8-5Mesa Southeast* 4123 E Valley Auto Dr. 480-632-8747 M-F 8-5Prescott 1105 Commerce Dr. 928-777-5978 Tu-W 8-5Show Low 200 W McNeil, Ste 10 928-532-5566 M and W 8-5Sierra Vista 5224 E Charleston Rd. 520-628-5857 Tu 8-5Tucson* 621 E 22nd St. 520-628-5857 M-F 7-5

Yuma 2165 E Gila Ridge Rd. 520-628-5857 M-F 8-

* The following offices require an appointment for a CDL Road Test.Written tests M-F 7am-3pm on walk-in basis.

Goodyear 14370 W Van Buren St. 602-771-2955 M-F 8-5Mesa Southeast 4123 E Valley Auto Dr. 480-632-8747 M-F 8-5Tucson 621 E 22nd St. 520-628-5857 M-F 7-5


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Fees at MVD OfficesOperator or Motorcycle License

Ages 16-39 ...................................... $25

Ages 40-44 ......................................$2045-49 ............................................... $1550 & over and 5-year ....................... $10Limited License ................................ $10

Identification Card (ID)Ages 0-64 ....................................... $1265 & over ..................................... No fee

Instruction Permit ...................................$7

Motorcycle Endorsement ....................... $7Restricted Instruction Permit ..................$3Duplicate License orIdentification Card ................................ $12Duplicate Instruction Permit ................... $2Out-of-State Driver License Skill Test ... $15Out-of-State Vision Screening ................ $5

For commercial driver license fees, pleaserefer to the Commercial Driver LicenseManual or contact one of the CDL officeson page 1.

Motor Vehicle Record:Uncertified 39-month .............................$3Motor Vehicle Record:

Certified 5-year ...................................... $5Abandoned Vehicle Fee ......................$500Abandoned Vehicle Fee(on federal land) .................................$600Returned Check Fee ............................. $25

If your license is revoked, suspended orcanceled, you may be required to payanother application fee, in addition to a

reinstatement fee.

Vehicle Registration FeesSeeApplying for a Title and Registration,page 14.

Most fees may be paid by cash, check ormoney order; credit cards are accepted at

some offices.

Personal checks are not accepted forreinstatement and returned check fees.

ServiceArizonaServiceArizona is MVDs award

winning electronic service deliverysystem. Citizens can go online towww.servicearizona.com to conduct a widevariety of motor vehicle and driver licensetransactions on the internet, anytime withoutleaving their home or office. Citizens caneven register to vote by using ServiceArizona.Self-service stations are available in manyMVD offices around the state to allowcitizens to complete transactions throughServiceArizona without having to wait for acustomer service representative. MVD alsooffers registration renewal by telephone,where the caller follows voice prompts torenew the registration. The toll-free numberis 1-888-713-3031.

Online Services Available at

www.servicearizona.comVehicleRegistrationRenewal

Address/EmailChange

DuplicateDriverLicenseorIdentificationCard

30-DayGeneralUsePermit

DriverLicenseReinstatement


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DuplicateVehicleRegistration

FleetRegistrationRenewal

Personalized/SpecialtyPlates

RestrictedUse3-DayPermitVehicleSoldNotice

ViewPlateCredit

PlateRefund

VoterRegistration

TabReplacement

De-insuredCertificate

OrganDonorRegistration

Motor Vehicle Record - Title andRegistration or Driver Record

VehicleFeeRecap

InsuranceVerification

AircraftRegistrationRenewal

OffHighwayVehicleDecal

Tips for Faster ServiceDepending on your transaction:Thebestdaystovisitareusually

Wednesday and Thursday.

Avoidthefirst2daysandthelast2daysof the month and the day after a holiday.

Bringacceptableproofofidentification.Bringyourout-of-statedriverlicense.

VehiclesnewtoArizonamayrequireanMVD inspection.

Bringyourout-of-statetitle,registrationand license plates.

Haveyourvehicleidentificationnumber

(VIN) handy.Mostfeesmaybepaidbycash,check,

travelers check or money order; creditcards are an option at many offices.Note: returned checks and reinstatementfees may not be paid by check.

Please make your check payable to:Motor Vehicle Division.

Name and Address ChangesYou are required by law to notify MVDwithin 10 days of any change to your

address. If your current address is not onfile, you may not receive renewal noticesor other correspondence concerning yourdriver license or vehicle records. You maybe cited by law enforcement if you don'tchange your address within the 10-dayperiod.

MVDs computer system links all of yourMVD records together. When you submita change of address, we will update yourdriver license or identification card recordand each vehicle record for which you arelisted as the first registered owner.

You may report a change of address by phone

(see numbers on page 1) by mail or onlineat www.servicearizona.com. For an addresschange, provide your full name, old addresswith zip code, and new address with zipcode, plus your driver license number,date of birth and your plate or vehicleidentification number (VIN). If you wish toshow your new address on your license, you

may apply for a duplicate license.

You are required by law to notify MVDwithin 10 days of a change to yourname. You may not do this by telephone. You may notify MVD by writing to MotorVehicle Division, P.O. Box 2100, Mail Drop538M, Phoenix, AZ 85001, or you may

go to any MVD or authorized third partyoffice. You will need to present appropriateidentification in both your new and previousnames. If you wish to show your newname on your license, you may apply for aduplicate license. If your vehicle title has alien, written permission must be obtainedfrom the lienholder to record your new


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name on the vehicle documents. Additionaldocumentation may be required. All namesmust be verifiable with Social Security

Administration records.

Military Personnel InformationMilitary personnel based in Arizona whoqualify for exemption under the Soldiersand Sailors Relief Act are not consideredArizona residents.

Upon discharge, military personnel maywork in Arizona for up to 90 days withoutobtaining an Arizona driver license if all ofthe following are met:Principalresidenceisinanotherstateor

country.

Has a valid driver license issued byanother state or country.

OperatesavehiclerequiringaClassDdriver license.

Isanemployee,agentorconsultantofanorganization that operates in Arizona andat least one other state or country.

Check our website or call for information ona 5-year driver license and vehicle services

available to military personnel.

Motor Vehicle RecordsYou may obtain a computer printout of yourdriving or vehicle record by completinga Motor Vehicle Record Request form#46-4416 available online, by calling oneof the numbers on page 1 or by visiting

any MVD or authorized Third Party office.You will be required to show identification.Applicable fees are listed on page 4. Youmay also obtain your vehicle title andregistration record or driver record online atwww.servicearizona.com.

Arizonas Driver LicenseArizona issues an extended driver licensethat does not expire until age 65. However,

your photo and vision screening will need to be updated every 12 years. Drivers age60 and over will receive a 5-year license.Temporary residents such as out-of-statestudents and their spouses, or militarypersonnel and their immediate familymembers may apply for a 5-year licenseregardless of age.

The information of foreign applicants willbe processed in accordance with Arizonaauthorized presence requirements.

Applying for a Driver LicenseIf you are new to the state, you will berequired to show your out-of-state driverlicense when you apply for an Arizonalicense.

Road TestIf a road test is required, you may drivea test route that has a variety of trafficsituations. An examiner will ride with youin your vehicle and give you directions tofollow. You will be observed and graded onspecific actions and on your general abilityto safely operate the vehicle.

Road tests may be suspended due toextreme weather or safety conditions.Paying one application fee allows you 3attempts to pass the test in a 12-monthperiod. You may retest as soon as the nextbusiness day.

You must provide the vehicle to be usedfor the test. The vehicle must be in goodoperating condition, and must have currentregistration, plate and tab. If your vehicle is


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a 1972 model or newer, it must be equippedwith seat belts, and these belts must beproperly fastened and adjusted. You must

have current automobile liability insurance.

Before you can take the road test, youwill have to show that you understand themeaning of Arizona traffic signs. You willalso have to demonstrate that you canunderstand English-language instructionssuch as:

StopSlowdown

Leftandrightlanechange

Drivestraightahead

Turn(left/right)atnextstreet,corner,stopsign, or traffic light

Speedometer

SeatBeltTurnSignal

National Driver RegisterArizona is a member of the National DriverRegister, a nationwide computer systemproviding information about problemdrivers. When you apply for an Arizonadriver license, the information from yourapplication is checked against this system. Ifyou have outstanding or unresolved actionsin any other state, an Arizona license will notbe issued. If you provide false information,your Arizona driver license will be canceled.

Features of the LicenseDigitalphototechnologyprovidesfor

instant retrieval.

Securityfeaturesdesignedtoreducefraud.

Credentialtype,e.g.,CommercialDriverLicense, Instruction Permit, is printeddirectly underneath the "Arizona" logo.

"Under 21" Driver License:

Vertical format for driver license,instruction permit and ID cards;

Licensee "Under 21" indicated next tophoto;

Credential displays date when licenseereaches age 21.

Resident DefinitionState law requires that you obtain an Arizona

driver license and registration immediately ifany one of the following applies. If you:WorkinArizona(otherthanforseasonal

agricultural work)

Placechildreninschoolwithoutpayingthe tuition rate of a non-resident.

HaveabusinesswithanofficeinArizona,that bases and operates vehicles in this

state.Obtainastatelicenseorpayschool

tuition fees at the same rate as anArizona resident.

Haveabusinessthatoperatesvehiclesto transport goods or passengers withinArizona.

RemaininArizonaforatotalof7monthsor more during any calendar year,regardless of your permanent residence.

Are registered to vote in this state.

An out-of-state student enrolled with 7 ormore semester hours is not considered aresident, even if employed.


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Voter Registration You may submit a voter registration format the same time you apply for a driver

license or ID card by completing the voterregistration portion of the driver license/IDcard application.

You are not required to register to vote inorder to obtain a license. If you decline to register to vote, the fact that you havedeclined will remain confidential. If you

do register to vote the application willremain confidential and will be used only forregistration purposes. Submitting a falsevoter registration is a Class 6 felony.

To register, you must be all of the following:18yearsofageorolder,onorbeforethe

next General Election.

AUnitedStatescitizen.AresidentofArizona.

Havenotbeenconvictedofafelony,unlessyour civil rights have been restored.

Havenotbeenadjudicatedincompetent.

If your driver license/identification (ID) cardapplication is rejected, you may register

to vote by filling out a separate voterregistration form, which can be obtained inthe MVD office or by calling 602-542-8683or toll free 1-877-THE-VOTE. You may alsoregister online at www.servicearizona.com.

You must be registered to vote 29 daysbefore an election in order to qualify to votein that election. There is no fee to registerto vote.

Organ Donation ProgramA Donor Registry has been establishedin Arizona. To indicate yourdecision to be a donor, simply visitwww.servicearizona.com and click on the

Donate Life logo to register online or call1-800-94-DONOR.

The application for a driver license oridentification card includes a box for youto check if you would like to be added tothe Donate Life AZ Registry as an organand tissue donor.

Medi-Code Doctors StatementSpace is provided on your license to

indicate medical conditions that may requireimmediate attention. You must present astatement about the medical condition,signed by a licensed physician or registerednurse practitioner to obtain a medical codeon your license.

Proof of Social Security Number

You are required by state and federal laws toprovide your Social Security number. It willbe used to verify your identity and to complywith child support laws. It will not be usedas your driver license number.

Classes of LicensesLicenses are issued by class: Class G(graduated), Class D (operator), Class M(motorcycle) and Class A, B, C (commercial).If the class M license is combined with anyother class of license, it will be added as anendorsement on the back of the currentlicense.


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Instruction PermitIf you are at least 15 years and 6 months ofage you may be issued a graduated and/or a

motorcycle instruction permit. You must beat least 18 for an operator permit.

With a graduated or operator permit youmust be accompanied by a class A, B, C orD licensed driver at least 21 years of age,who occupies the seat beside you. Thesepermits are valid for 12 months.

With a motorcycle permit you are prohibitedfrom operating a motorcycle on freewaysor interstate highways between sunset andsunrise, at any time when there is notenough light to clearly see persons orvehicles at a distance of 500 feet. Themotorcycle instruction permit is valid for 7

months and can be renewed one time withina 24-month period. To renew an expiredpermit, you will be required to retake thewritten test.

A commercial instruction permit is validfor a 6-month period. You must be at least18 to apply. For additional information, see

the Commercial Driver License Manual,available by calling one of the numbers onpage 3.

Graduated License (Class G)A graduated driver license is issued to anapplicant who is at least 16, but less than

18, years of age and is valid to operate anyvehicle that does not require a motorcycle orcommercial license.

RestrictionsFor the first 6 months, a driver with agraduated driver license shall not drive amotor vehicle between the hours of midnightand 5:00 a.m. unless:

AparentorlegalguardianwithavalidClass A, B, C or D license occupies thefront passenger seat or;

Drivingdirectlytoorfromasanctionedschool-sponsored activity, place ofemployment, a sanctioned religiousactivity or a family emergency.

For the first 6 months, a driver with agraduated driver license shall not drive amotor vehicle containing more than one

passenger under the age of 18, unless:Thepassengersaretheteendrivers

siblings or;

Theteendriverisaccompaniedbyaparent or legal guardian with a valid ClassA, B, C or D driver license who occupiesthe front passenger seat.

PenaltiesThe following penalties are for drivers whoare under age 18, have a graduated driverlicense, and are convicted of a trafficviolation:First conviction of a traffic violation:MustattendTrafficSurvivalSchool.

Violationgoesondrivingrecord.

Secondconvictionofatrafficviolation:

3-monthsuspensionofdrivingprivilege.


Thirdconvictionofatrafficviolation:

6-monthsuspensionofdrivingprivilege.


There are additional penalties for violationof curfew and passenger restrictions,including fines and mandatory extension ofthe 6-month restricted driving period.Suspension of driving privilege results for athird conviction of curfew and/or passenger


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violations, convictions of other violationsincluding alcohol-related convictions.

An applicant for a graduated license musthave held an Arizona instruction permitfor at least 6 months. The permit must bevalid at the time of application. An applicantmust also have satisfactorily completed anArizona driver education program approvedby MVD or the parent or guardian mustcertify in writing that the applicant has

completed at least 30 hours of superviseddriving practice, including at least 10 hoursat night.

An applicant holding a current and validout-of-state driver license is exempt from the driver education/driving practice andinstruction permit requirements.

The holder of a graduated license is notrequired to obtain an operator license at age18, but may choose to obtain one.

Parent/Guardian Approval forApplicants Under 18If you are under 18, your application for an

instruction permit or driver license must besigned by at least one adult. The adult willbe responsible for any negligence or willfulmisconduct when you are driving.Theapplicationmustbesignedby:

Onenaturalparent,ifmarriedtotheothernatural parent, or

Both natural parents, if not married to

each other, but share joint custody, orOne natural parent with sole custody.

or,ifneitherparentisliving:

Legalguardian(proofrequired),or

Fosterparentlivingwiththeminor(proofrequired), or

Employeroftheminor(deathcertificatesmust be shown).

The signatures must be witnessed by an

MVD agent or by a notary public. Signaturesobtained for an instruction permit will berequired again for a driver license.

The person who signed the applicationfor the minor, as well as the person withresponsibility for the minor, may cancel the minors license. The license may be

canceled by submitting an Driver License/ID Cancellation Request available onlineor at any driver license office or by phone(see numbers on page 1) or by sending anotarized letter authorizing the cancellation to: Motor Vehicle Division, P.O. Box 2100,Mail Drop 533M, Phoenix, AZ 85001.Indicate the license number, full name and

date of birth of the person whose license isto be canceled.

Selective Service RegistrationFederal law requires that every male UnitedStates citizen and male alien residing in the United States or its territories mustregister with the U.S. Selective Service

System within 30 days of his 18th

birthday.Arizona law requires that by submittingan application for an original, renewal orreinstatement driver license or identificationcard, male applicants under 26 yearsof age consent to registration with theSelective Service as part of the applicationprocess. When submitting an application

for a duplicate driver license or identificationcard, male applicants under 26 years of agehave the option to consent to registration aspart of the application process.

Registering with Selective Servicedoes not mean that you are joining themilitary. Registration provides the federal


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government with an accurate list of maleswho might be called to military service if areturn to the draft is authorized by Congress

and the President.

If you are 18 to 25 years of age, registrationinformation will immediately be sent toSelective Service. If you are under 18,information will be stored and automaticallysent to the Selective Service when youreach age 18. Selective Service will send

you a Registration Acknowledgment Cardwhen your registration is complete.

For more information, call Selective Servicetoll-free at 1-888-655-1825 or www.sss.gov.

Operator License (Class D)An operator license allows you to drive any

vehicle that does not require a motorcycle orcommercial license. You must be at least 18years of age to apply for an operator license.

Motorcycle License (Class M)A motorcycle license or endorsement isrequired to drive a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle. You must be at least 16 toapply for a motorcycle license.

An applicant for a motorcycle license orendorsement who is under 18 must haveheld an Arizona instruction permit for atleast 6 months. The permit must be validat the time of application. An applicantmust also have satisfactorily completed a

motorcycle driver education program that isapproved by MVD or the parent or guardianmust certify in writing that the applicant hascompleted at least 30 hours of supervisedmotorcycle driving practice.

An applicant holding an out-of-statemotorcycle license or endorsement is exempt

from the driver education/driving practiceand instruction permit requirements.

For additional information, see theMotorcycle Operator Manual, availableonline at www.azdot.gov/mvd or at anyMVD or Third Party office.

Commercial Driver License(Class A, B or C)

A commercial driver license (CDL) isrequired for operating a commercial motorvehicle grouped by the following classes:ClassA:Anyvehiclecombination(truck

and trailer) with the Gross CombinationWeight Rating if the (GCWR) of 26,001lbs or more, provided the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) of trailer(s) are

10,001 lbs or more.ClassB:AsingleVehiclewithaGVWRof

26,001 lbs or more, or any such vehicletowing a trailer not in excess of 10,000lbs GVWR.

ClassC:Asinglevehiclenotinexcessof 26,000 lbs GVWR, but is designedto transport 16 or more passengers,

including the driver or is required tobe placarded to transport hazardousmaterials. A Passenger (P) or aHazardous Materials Endorsement (HME)is required to obtain a Class C CDL.

You are required to submit a copy of yourMedical Examiner Certificate, form #40-1504 when you apply for a commercial

driver license or renew an existing license.Incomplete or inaccurate information on the examination certificate may result insuspension or denial of the license. Youmust maintain your medical qualificationwith MVD and must submit a copy of yourexamination certificate every 24 months tothe MVD Medical Review Program.


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Failure to do so may result in suspension ofyour commercial driving privilege.

Identification (ID) CardThe identification card is available to all ages(including infants) for $12. Persons over the age of 65 or anyone receiving FederalSupplemental Security Income disabilitychecks receive the card free of charge.

You may not possess an identification card

and a driver license at the same time.

An Arizona ID Cardwith a photo allowslaw enforcementagencies to rapidlydistribute your childsinformation and

photograph in theevent of an AMBERALERT.

A new photo will beneeded as your child grows and changes.Photo updates are available at MVD offices.A duplicate Identification Card with the new

photo costs only $12.

What do I need to bring to MVD?The childs Social Security number isrequired. It will be used to verify the childsidentity and to comply with federal and statelaws. It will not be used as the identificationcard number.

Duplicate LicenseYou may obtain a duplicate license for $12 ifyou meet one of the following criteria:

YourArizonadriverlicenseoridentification card is lost, stolen,destroyed, or becomes unreadable. (Ifyour license has been lost or stolen andyou have reason to believe someoneelse is using it, the incident should bereported to your local police departmentas an identity theft).

Youraddressornamechanges.Youwishtoupdateyourphoto.

YouwishtoremoveyourSocialSecuritynumber from your license.

Youwishtoconvertagraduatedlicenseto an under 21 driver license.

Youwishtoconvertanunder21license

to a regular driver license.Youmustprovidetwoacceptable

items of identification. If your namehas changed, you will need to presentidentification in both your new andprevious names (i.e., court document).

A duplicate license may be obtained online

at www.servicearizona.com or by callingtoll-free 1-877-301-8093 and using a majorcredit card.

If your license was issued prior to July1995, you must visit an MVD office toobtain the duplicate so that your photo maybe updated.


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Items Needed to Obtain aLicenseIdentification and Proof of AgeThe following listing is subject to change.Please check our website for updates.Youneedtwotypesofdocumentslisted-

one must have a clear photo of you, or;

Threedocumentslistedwithnophoto.

One must be listed under Primary (seebelow).

Allmustbeoriginalsorcopiescertifiedbythe issuing agency.

AllmustbeinEnglish.

PRIMARY (must include Date of Birth)DriverLicenseorInstructionPermitissued

by another state, territory or possession of the U.S., except (per Arizona law) for the

following states that do not verify lawfulpresence in the U.S.: Illinois, New Mexico,Utah, Washington (except WashingtonEnhanced driver license/ID card).

Enhanced driver license issued by anystate, territory or possession of the U.S.

Birth Certificate issued by any state,territory or possession of the U.S. Hospital

record/certificate and California CertifiedAbstract of Birth are not acceptable.

Delayed Birth Certificate issued by anystate, territory or possession of the U.S.

U.S.CertificateofBirthAbroad

U.S.PassportorPassportCard

Foreign Passport with U.S. Visa

(admission stamp or I-94 Form requiredin passport).

I-94Form(withphoto)presentedwithoutpassport. Must have photo unlesspresented with another acceptable photoID including, but not limited to: ArizonaRefugee Medical Assistance Card issuedby the Arizona Department of Economic

Security, Refugee Medical AssistanceProgram. Classifications C-1, C-1D, C-2,C-3, D-1, D-2 are not allowed a driver

license or ID card; WT and WB are allowedan ID card only.

Resident AlienCard (issuedafterMarch1977)

U.S.CitizenshipandImmigrationServices(formerly INS) Employment AuthorizationDocument (I-688-A, I-688B, I-766)

U.S.CertificateofNaturalization

U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services,Refugee Travel Document I-571

U.S.CertificateofCitizenship

ArizonaIDCard

TribalCertificateofIndianBlood

TribalorBureauofIndianAffairsAffidavitof Birth

U.S.MilitaryDD-214

U.S.MilitaryIDCard(activeduty,reserveand retired).

Record of a previous Arizona DriverLicense, ID Card or Instruction Permit.

AffidavitofIdentification(withphotoandwithin 15 days of issue) from Arizona

Department of Corrections.Released Offender ID from Arizona

Department of Corrections.

ALPHA Program/Community Re-EntryID from the Maricopa County SheriffsOffice.


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SECONDARY(does not have to include Date of Birth)

Driver License, Instruction Permit or

ID Card issued by any state, territoryor possession of the U.S.

U.S.MilitaryDependentIDCard

U.S.ArmedForcesDriverLicense

SocialSecurityCard

U.S.DepartmentofJusticeInmateIDCard

U.S.DepartmentofVeteransAffairsCard

MotorVehicleRecordorClearanceLetter(within 30 days of issue)

LegalGuardianAffidavit

SelectiveServiceCard

W-2Form

ConcealedWeaponsPermit

Medical Insurance ID Card(including

AHCCCS ID card)ProfessionalLicense

BankCard

CreditCard

EmployeeIDBadge(withphoto)

SchoolID(withphoto)

MarriageCertificateissuedbyanystate,

territory or possession of the U.S.Certified Letter of Identification for a

Ward of the Court issued by a court orgovernment agency in the U.S.

ArizonaCertificateofBirth(ForeignBorn),issued by the Office of Vital Records

DocumentsfromCourtofRecord:

- Divorce Decree- Adoption Decree- Name Change Decree- Bankruptcy Decree- Emancipation Decree- Legal Guardian

Applying for a Title andRegistration

When you buy a vehicle, Arizona lawrequires that you apply for a title within15 days of purchase or transfer. If yourvehicle was registered in another state andyou wish to operate it in Arizona, you mustregister it here as soon as you become anArizona resident (see Resident Definitionon page 7).

Most vehicles may be registered for either1- or 2-year periods. (Some vehicles mustbe emission tested every year and are,therefore, not eligible for 2-year registration).

A five-year registration option is offered forvehicles that do not require an emissions

test during the five years of the registrationperiod.

How much does it cost to title andregister my vehicle?Title Fee..................................................$4Registration Fee - in air quality attainmentareas ......................................................$8

Registration Fee - in air qualitynon-attainment areas* ...................... $8.25Annual Air Quality Fee (AQF) ............. $1.50Vehicle License Tax (VLT) ............. Fees are

based on vehicle valueThe VLT is based on an assessed value of60% of the manufacturers base retail pricereduced by 16.25% for each year since the

vehicle was first registered in Arizona (15%before 8/1/98). The rate is calculated at$2.80 (new vehicles)/$2.89 (used vehicles)for each $100 of the assessed value.


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For example, in addition to registration/for a new vehicle that costs $25,000,the first year assessed value would be

$15,000 and the VLT would be $420.00.The second year the assessed value wouldbe $12,562.50 and the VLT would be$363.06.

*Your vehicle may require an emission test. For information on emissions testing requirements, call 1-877-myAZcar

(1-877-692-9227) or online atwww.myAZcar.com.

If the vehicle has commercial registration,additional weight and commercialregistration fees may apply.

Renewals can be completed online at

www.servicearizona.com, via mail, inan MVD office, or a Third Party office.Renewals must be submitted or postmarkedon or before midnight on the due date (15thday of the month for some, last day of themonth for others) or you will be subject tolate penalty fees. Review your registrationdocument carefully.

If you do not receive a renewal notice beforethe end of the registration period, you muststill renew by the expiration date.

90-Day Resident RegistrationAn Arizona resident who does not havecomplete documentation for issuance of a

title or registration may apply for a 90-dayResident Registration. This registrationallows you to operate the vehicle whileobtaining additional documentation. Thefee is $15. When complete documentationis submitted, vehicle license taxes willbe calculated for the full year, back to thedate of issuance of the 90-day Resident

Registration.

Temporary RegistrationsA plate cannot be displayed on anothervehicle until the title and registration

have been processed through MVD or anauthorized third party. If it is necessary to operate the vehicle to complete this transaction, the owner must obtain aRestricted Use 3-Day Permit for privatesales or a Temporary Registration Plate(TRP) for vehicles purchased from alicensed motor vehicle dealer.

When You Sell Your VehicleWhen you sell your vehicle, fill in the transferinformation on the back of the vehicle title,have it notarized and give it to the new owner. You must also complete a Sold Notice on the back of the registration or online atwww.servicearizona.com.

Plate and Fee To Owner (PFTO)Platestayswithyouwhenyourvehicleis

sold.

Get credit for remaining fees when youtransfer plate and fees to another vehicleor apply for a refund.

Processing fee required ($12).Arizona law provides that a license platebelongs to you, the vehicle owner. Whenthat vehicle is sold, you remove and retainthe plate.

You must remove the plate upon sale of thevehicle, then within 30 days must take oneof the following actions through MVD or anauthorized third party:Transfertheplatetoanothervehicle,or;

Turnintheplate,or;

Submitasignedstatementthattheplatewas destroyed, lost, stolen, or mutilated.

Don't wait. Credit reduces each month notused unless you have taken one of the

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RefundsApply for a plate credit refund online atwww.servicearizona.com.

Vehicle Inspection ProgramThe Vehicle Inspection Program providesvehicle inspections for the purpose ofdetecting stolen vehicles or stolen vehicleparts before the vehicle is titled andregistered in this state.

These inspections only apply to thosevehicles that are being registered for the first time in Arizona or vehicles that have beenrestored, salvaged or are of questionableidentity. The vehicle inspection programconsists of three levels of inspections:LevelIinspectionsaretypically

performed on vehicles coming to Arizonafrom another country, or through eitherthe bonded title or abandoned vehicleverification process. A Level I inspectionmay be required for first-time Arizonaregistration of an out-of-state vehicle.There is no fee.

LevelIIinspectionsareperformedonvehicles when a public or secondaryvehicle identification number is missingor appears to have been tampered with.These inspections are also performed onreconstructed and specially constructedvehicles. There is a $20 fee.

LevelIIIinspectionsareperformedonmost salvage titled vehicles or vehiclesfound to have salvage status brands onmajor component parts.There is a $50 fee.

The fees collected for these inspectionssupport the Auto Theft Authority that worksclosely with MVD on the status of stolenvehicles through the vehicle inspectionprocess.

Items Needed for a Titleand RegistrationThe following steps must be taken in order to obtain an Arizona title, registration andlicense plate for a vehicle previously titled orregistered in another state. This is generalinformation only. Any title and registrationaction may present special requirements.

Emissions TestBefore you register, your vehicle mayneed to be emissions tested. The ArizonaDepartment of Environmental Quality(ADEQ) is responsible for vehicle emissionstesting.

Vehicles Commuting Into the EmissionsInspection Area

Arizona law requires that if a vehicle is beingdriven to work from an area that does notrequire an emission test, into an area thatrequires emission testing, the vehicle mustbe emission tested. For current informationconcerning emission test requirements:

For current information concerning emissiontest requirements, commuting, includingexemptions and fees:

Call 1-877-myAZcar, 24 hours, toll-free(1-877-692-9227) or;

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Vehicle InsuranceEvery motor vehicle operated on theroadways of this state must be covered

by an insurance liability policy issued bya company that is licensed to do businessin Arizona. The policy must be an Arizona-based policy that reflects where the vehicleis predominantly being operated.Minimum levels of financial responsibilityfor private passenger vehicles are:$15,000 bodily injury liability for one

person and $30,000 for two or morepersons.

$10,000propertydamageliability.

You must have current proof of thatinsurance in the vehicle, when operating the vehicle. Law enforcement officerswill ask you for proof of insurance at thetime of traffic stops or crashes. Insurance

companies notify MVD of all policycancellations, non-renewals, and newpolicies. If your insurance company sendsMVD a notice that your policy is no longeractive, we will send you an inquiry noticeto verify insurance status.

It is important that you verify that the vehicleidentification number (VIN) supplied byyour insurance company matches the VINon your vehicle registration. If it does notmatch, ask your insurance company toresubmit the correct VIN. To verify yourinsurance coverage on file with MVD, pleasevisit www.servicearizona.com and click onInsurance Verification.

Failure to maintain proper insurance with acorrect VIN on file with MVD could lead to the suspension of your vehicle registrationand/or driver license. To reinstate theseprivileges, fees and future proof of financialresponsibility must be filed with MVD. Thefuture proof requirement is most commonly

an SR-22 form from an insurance company.This can be expensive to the vehicle owner,especially since the law requires the owner

to carry the SR-22 for 3 years from the dateof suspension.

License Plates

Out-of-state license plates must besurrendered when you obtain Arizona plates.Personalized and special plates are availablefor most vehicles. Check our website atwww.servicearizona.com for examples ofavailable special plates.

When you register a vehicle in Arizonafor the first time or renew an existingregistration, you receive a license plate tab that includes the month and the year theregistration expires and the plate number.This new design replaces separate tabs forthe month and year of expiration.


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Registration ComplianceProgramMillions of dollars are uncollected annuallydue to failure to comply with ArizonasRegistration Laws. State law requires thatnew residents obtain an Arizona driverlicense and register vehicles immediately.

MVDs Registration Compliance Programeducates the public on Arizona VehicleRegistration Laws (see page 7, Resident

Definition).

To report a resident of Arizona not incompliance with Arizona registration laws,call 1-800-657-4322 or report a violatoronline at www.azdot.gov click on MotorVehicle Division/Report Vehicle RegistrationViolations.

Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV)AFVs are those vehicles exclusively poweredby liquified petroleum gas (propane), naturalgas (CNG/LNG), a blend of 70% alternativefuel and 30% petroleum-based fuel,hydrogen, solar or electric (excluding golf

carts). Original equipment manufacturedAFVs, that is less than two model years old,may be exempt from the emissions testingrequirement.

Call the Arizona Department ofEnvironmental Quality (ADEQ) at602-771-3954 to determine if your vehicle

is exempt. Hydrogen, solar and electricvehicles are exempt from all emissionstesting requirements.

For more information about AFVexemptions, visit the ADEQ websitewww.myAZcar.com. If you have technical questions regarding AFV

contact ADEQs Vehicle EmissionsInspection Program by calling602-771-3950 or visiting us online at

www.vei.azdeq.gov.

AFVs are eligible for a lower tax rate andare issued a special license plate or decalallowing the use of the HOV carpoolfreeway lanes anytime regardless of thenumber of passengers.

Competitive GovernmentPartnerships ProgramThe Competitive Government PartnershipsProgram coordinates MVDs e-governmentactivities and oversees the authorizationof public and private entities, known as third parties, to provide MVD services.

These alternative service delivery methodsprovide convenience to Arizona residentsand businesses that need motor vehicle ordriver license services while keeping MVD'sexpenses in line, even as the state continuesto grow.

Third party partners are required to meet

MVD standards and meet establisheddeadlines for reporting on their activities.Examples of these e-government and thirdparty alternatives are:

ServiceArizonaServiceArizona is a MVD award winninginternet service delivery system. Visitors

can go to www.servicearizona.com toconduct a wide variety of motor vehicle anddriver license transactions on the internet,anytime without leaving their home oroffice. Citizens can even register to vote byusing ServiceArizona. Self-service stationsare available in many MVD offices around the state to allow citizens to complete


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transactions through ServiceArizonawithout having to wait for a customerservice representative. MVD also offers

registration renewal by telephone, where the caller follows voice prompts to renew the registration. The toll-free number is1-888-713-3031.

Third Party Title and RegistrationThese third party partners are authorized toprovide a variety of MVD services, such as

issuing vehicle titles, registrations, licenseplates and tabs. They often offer convenientextended hours on weekends and evenings.MVD monitors the quality of third partywork to ensure it meets state standards.For a list of MVD Third Party offices, visitwww.azmvdervices.com.

Third Party Driver ServicesArizona residents can receive drivinginstruction and take the driving, written andvision exams without ever visiting an MVDoffice by using the services of authorized third party driver schools and instructors.MVD licenses all driving schools in the stateand certifies instructors so that the training

they give will produce well-qualified andsafe drivers.

Commercial Driver License ExaminersMany public and private sector entitiesin Arizona have MVD-certified examinerswho are authorized to administer thedemonstration skill test to applicants for the

commercial driver license (CDL). These thirdparties include school districts, governmentagencies at all levels and businesses thathave employees who require the CDL, aswell as driving schools that specialize inCDL instruction.

Third Party InspectionThird Party providers, many of them motorvehicle dealerships, are authorized by MVD

to perform Level I inspections. If necessary,vehicles are referred to MVD for a Level II orLevel III inspection

Traffic Survival School ProgramThe Traffic Survival School Program is fordrivers who have convictions of seriousdriving violations, have an accumulation of

points on their driving record, or who areat risk for suspension of driving privilege.This program is designed to change ormodify risky or unsafe driving behavior.These schools are licensed by MVDand have certified instructors to teach acurriculum approved by MVD. The schools teach drivers how to avoid adverse traffic

situations, define their responsibilities whiledriving, strengthen their knowledge ofmotor vehicle laws, and, most importantly,improve their attitude toward safe driving.A list of currently authorized trafficsurvival schools can be found online atwww.azdot.gov/mvd, click on DriverServices, then on Traffic Survival Schools.


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The operator of a motor vehicle mustrequire all passengers under the age of 16years to comply.

A combination lap/shoulder belt greatlyreduces your chances of being seriouslyinjured in a motor vehicle crash. The lapbelt prevents ejection and protects yourlower body. The shoulder belt keeps yourhead and chest from striking the dashboardor windshield. In vehicles with automatic

shoulder belts and manual lap belts, it isextremely important to buckle the lap belt.

Child Car Seat SafetyInformation(Buckle Up Children!)Parents please remember, seat belts are not

designed for children. In general, childrenshould be in a car seat until they reach 80pounds and four feet, nine inches tall.

If you see an unrestrained child in a movingvehicle, please call 1-800-505-BABY withthe vehicle plate number, city, and locationof the child in the vehicle.

Arizona law states: "A person shall notoperate a motor vehicle on the highwaysin this state when transporting a child whois under five years of age unless that childis properly secured in a child passengerrestraint system."

SECTION 1:Before You Drive

PreparationWe test you in the vehicle that you provide. You should be familiar with it. It musthave no defective or missing equipment.Applicants should be able to release or applythe parking brake and recognize when it hasbeen applied. You should have learned tooperate the windshield wiper and washer,the heater and defroster and know when touse them. You should be able to operatethe horn and each of the other instrumentswithout taking your eyes off the road. You should recognize any warning lights that may be displayed on the instrumentpanel. Prior to entering the test vehicle,you should have observed nearby parkedcars, people or objects that could affectyour ability to safely put the car in motion.

Upon entering the vehicle, you should adjustyour seat (and steering wheel, if adjustable)so that you are sitting erect behind thewheel with your feet able to operate thefoot controls. Before putting the vehicle in

motion, check your turn signals and brakesto ensure they are in working order.

Arizona's Safety Belt Law

(Buckle Up Arizona!)Each front seat occupant of a motor vehiclesubject to the federal motor vehicle safety

standards must either:Have the lap and shoulder belt properly

adjusted and fastened while the vehicle isin motion, or

If only a lap belt is installed where theoccupant is sitting, the lap belt must beproperly adjusted and fastened while thevehicle is in motion.


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Drivers transporting more than one childmust secure as many children in childpassenger restraint devices as reasonable

given the size of the passenger area andnumber of passengers being transported.

Child safety seats must meet U.S. Departmentof Transportation safety standards and mustbe used by following manufacturers andautomobile manufacturers instructions.

Air bags can save lives and prevent seriousinjuries. They are intended to be used withsafety belts. Children age 12 years andunder should never ride in the front seat of acar. If a child must ride in the front seat ofa car, please turn the front seat passengerside air bag to the off switch (most newervehicles are equipped with an on/off switch).

Governors Office of HighwaySafetyFor more information on safety issues,contact the Arizona Governors Officeof Highway Safety. In Phoenix call602-255-3216; statewide call toll-free 1-877-355-3216; or online atwww.azgohs.gov.

Travel Information ServiceWith a rapidly growing transportationsystem, travelers need current travelinformation fast. Dial 511 from any cellor conventional phone 24 hours a day for

up-to-the-minute reports about:

TrafficConditionsandRoadClosures

Transit

Airports

Tourism

MetroRegionQuickReports

Just dial 511 and press the star key(*) to activate the systems touch tonemode and you will be guided through the

available features. You may also use thevoice-activated prompts. When usingvoice activation, please listen to the entireintroduction and reduce background noise.

In addition, travel informationis available via the Internet atwww.az511.com.

511 and az511.com are provided as freeservices by the Arizona Department ofTransportation.

Check the VehicleHow safely you can drive starts with thevehicle you are driving. It is the duty of

drivers to make certain that the vehiclesthey drive are safe to operate. A vehicle thatis in bad shape is unsafe and costs more to run than one that is maintained. It canbreak down or cause a collision. If a vehicleis in bad shape, you might not be able to getout in an emergency situation. A vehicle ingood condition can give you an extra safety

margin when you need it. You never knowwhen you may need it.

Your vehicle may be required to have anemissions inspection at an authorizedInspection Station. If the vehicle does notpass, you will be given 30 days to have the problem fixed and have the emissions

rechecked.

You should follow your vehicle ownersmanual for routine maintenance. Somemaintenance you can do yourself and somemust be done by a qualified mechanic. Afew simple checks will help prevent troubleon the road.


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Braking SystemOnly your brakes can stop your vehicle. Itis very dangerous if they are not working

properly. If they do not seem to be workingproperly, are making noise, are emitting anunusual odor or the brake pedal goes to thefloor, have a mechanic check them.

Required Equipment for MotorVehicles

BrakesEvery motor vehicle must have brakes ingood working condition. Cars and trucksmust have both a foot brake and anemergency brake. Each set of brakes mustapply to at least two wheels. A motorcyclemust have at least one brake that may beapplied by hand or foot. Trailers of 3,000

lbs. or more gross weight must be equippedwith separate brakes.

Safety BeltsEach front seat occupant of a motor vehiclemanufactured after 1972 must have the seatbelt properly fastened and adjusted whilethe vehicle is in motion.

Child Safety SeatsA child less than 5 years old must beproperly secured in a child passengerrestraint system while being transported ina vehicle in this state.

Head Restraints

Seat-back head restraints are designed toreduce the chance of whiplash injury in rear-end collisions. If they are adjustable, theyshould be positioned to fit against the backof your head and to line up with the middleof the ear.

MufflerEvery motor vehicle must have a mufflerin good working condition and in constant

operation to prevent excessive or unusualnoise. It is against the law to use a mufflercut-out, bypass or similar device.

Air Pollution ControlMotor vehicles of 1967 model year andnewer must be equipped with an exhaustemissions system to help reduce air

pollution. Also, the engine of every motorvehicle must be equipped to prevent theescape of excessive fumes and smoke.

Windows and WindshieldsVehicles must have a windshield (withoutcracks) and windshield wipers that arein good working condition. Sun screening

materials on windows and windshields arelegal only within certain limits. Ownersshould make sure that the manufactureror installer of the material complies withArizona law.

Rearview MirrorsEvery vehicle that is made or loaded so that

the drivers view to the rear is blocked musthave at least one outside driver side mirror that shows the view of the highway for atleast 200 feet to the rear.

Horns and Warning DevicesA working horn that can be heard for 200feet is required on your vehicle. Emergency

vehicles may have a siren, whistle or bell.

Red Lights and FlashersFlashing red warning lights are prohibited onthe front of the vehicle, even those vehicles that are disabled, except on authorizedemergency vehicles, school buses andsnow removal equipment.


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Hazard warning signal lights (emergencyflashers) should be activated wheneveryour vehicle is stopped on the roadway or

shoulder of the road.

SECTION 2:Safe Driving PracticesDefensive DrivingDefensive Driving means being constantly

aware of the driving conditions, planningahead, anticipating dangers and taking theright action so as not to come in contactwith any obstacle or another vehicle.

We all want to avoid collisions that couldresult in personal injury or even death. But,even when there is no personal injury, a

collision means inconvenience and autorepair costs. It may also result in a courtappearance and fines, as well as increasedinsurance rates. You have a great financialstake in your own good driving record.Driving defensively will help protect your lifeand your driving record.

Attitude and AwarenessCourtesy and consideration toward othersare the most important driving attitudesyou can develop. They are the key to safedriving.

Concentration and alertness are otherimportant elements. You must develop the

habit of keeping your mind on driving. Thedriver seat is no place for daydreaming,window shopping, ego building, or worrying.Driving when you are suffering from extremefatigue or emotional distress can be just asdangerous as driving drunk.

ForesightIn driving terms, foresight means beingable to size up traffic situations as quickly

as possible and being prepared to takecorrective action. Safe driving requiresexercising good judgment and recognizing the proper choices to make in any giventraffic situation.

Suppose you are driving down a steephill; you apply your brake, but your vehicle

does not decrease in speed. Should youpump the brake? Shift to a lower gear?Apply the emergency brake? Run intosomething?

Perhapsyouseeadriver traveling inthewrong direction on a one-way street.Should you honk the horn? Stop? Flashyour lights? Move to another lane?

Maybe you are driving on a freewayand suddenly you come upon a five-car pileup. Do you leave the sceneand call for help? Try to give medicalattention to those with injuries?Set up flares at the accident scene?

Any of these choices could be the right thing to do. It all depends on how you evaluateyour driving situation and the existingconditions.

Even the most experienced drivers makemistakes. Regardless of how many yearsyouve been driving, at some point youwill face equipment failures, bad weatherconditions, unskilled drivers on the road,unpredictable pedestrians and drivers whoignore traffic regulations.

The best way to prepare yourself forunpredictable events is to drive defensively.Always maintain good vision ahead and

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Stayalertandbepreparedtoreacttotheunexpected.

Driveattherightspeedandknowwhento

slow down and stop.Alwayswearyoursafetybelt.

As a defensive driver, you should constantlylook ahead of you and around you, andalways check your mirrors. Be aware of theroad conditions or possible hazards that liein front, to the sides, and behind you.

Knowledge and ExperienceThe beginning driver should learn throughinstruction, observation, and practice. If youare not enrolled in a driver training program,ask an experienced, skilled, licensed driverfor help. After you obtain your instructionpermit, practice starting, stopping, and

vehicle control in a parking lot or other openarea with little traffic. Practice will sharpenyour basic skills and build your confidence.

Experienced drivers, on the other hand,often face the problems of carelessness,overconfidence and bad driving habits that develop over time. Driving rulesand techniques have changed over theyears. The amount of traffic is constantlyincreasing. Your ability to adjust and adaptto these changes will determine how safe adriver you really are. Your knowledge shouldinclude recognition of the hazards of drivingand how to protect yourself, and others.

A skill is a well rehearsed driving strategy that involves anticipation, reaction and theconstant changing of the space betweenyour vehicle and other vehicles. Youmust continually strive for improvement.Improvement can be measured in yourelimination of risk-taking, your adherence to speed limits and your ability to takecorrective action when necessary.

DistractionsMinor distractions can take your attentionaway from driving. There is a potential

accident in every minor distraction. It isyour responsibility to pay full attention toyour driving. Avoid minor distractions whiledriving, such as:Searching for an item dropped on the seat.Reachingacrossthedashintotheglove

compartment.

Tendingchildren.

Tryingtogetoutofasweaterorjacket,orfasten a safety belt while driving.

ReadingaGPSunitorroadmap.

Usingaphone,textingorotherelectronichandheld device.

Cell Phones/TextingPull off the road safely and stop if youare going to use a cellular phone or send/receive a text message. Use of such deviceswhile driving results in distracted drivingbehavior and is dangerous. While operatinga motor vehicle, both hands should be on the steering wheel, allowing the driver fullcontrol of the vehicle.

SteeringMany new drivers turn the steering wheel too much because they are using a fenderor a part of the hood as a guide. The properway to stay in your lane of travel is to lookwell ahead and make only slight steeringcorrections as needed. Only practice canteach you how to steer.

ScanningMost of what you do as a defensive driver isin response to what you see while driving.Avoid a fixed stare. Keep your eyes movingand learn to read the road. To avoid the


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need for last minute decision-making, lookahead for a distance of about one cityblock. Whenever you reach a place in the

road where other cars, people or animalsmay cross your path, look to both sides to be sure the way is clear. These troublespots include intersections, crosswalks,shopping centers, construction areas andplaygrounds.

When approaching an intersection, be

sure to check both left and right beforeproceeding. By frequently checking the traffic behind you, you will know whensomeone is tailgating or moving up tooquickly. Check your rearview mirror oftenfor the position of traffic behind you. Whenchanging lanes, check your side mirrors andturn your head and look over your shoulder

to be sure that it is safe to proceed withthe lane change. By knowing the speed andposition of traffic on all four sides of yourvehicle, you will be better able to makedecisions quickly and safely.

Positioning Vehicle

Cushion of Space Around YourVehicleThe space between you and other vehiclesgives you (and the other drivers) time toreact in emergencies and avoid collisions.Create a space cushion around you bystaying in the middle of your lane. Make surethere is enough room ahead and behind to

pass or stop safely.

When sharing a lane with a bicycle, allow atleast 3 feet for clearance between you and the bicycle. Moderate your speed. At highspeeds, your vehicle may cause a gust ofwind that could knock the bicyclist to theground. Be alert for the bicycle swerving.

Leave enough space between you and thecar ahead of you to allow for a sudden stop.At high speeds, the distance your vehicle

travels while you are reacting to a problem isgreater and your margin for error is less.If you are following too closely, you maynot be able to stop in time. Most rear endcrashes are caused by following too closely.

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You can use the 3-6 second rule todetermine if you have enough cushionbetween you and the vehicle you arefollowing. When the vehicle ahead of you

passes a certain point, such as a signor over-pass, count one-thousand-one,one-thousand-two, one-thousand-three,one-thousand-four. This takes about fourseconds. If you pass the same point beforeyou finish counting, you are following tooclosely. At faster speeds, the distance shouldbe greater. At times you will need more

than a 3-second cushion (e.g., poor roadconditions). Give yourself 3 to 6 seconds formore cushion.

You can help the driver behind you maintaina safe following distance by driving at aconstant speed and signaling in advancewhenever you are slowing or stopping. Afterall, you know what you are going to do, butthe other driver does not.

If another driver follows you too closely,move to another lane if there is room or,when the road ahead is clear, gradually slowdown and move to the right. These actionsshould encourage the tailgater to pass you.


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Remember, what you do can affect thedriver behind you, especially if you muststop suddenly.

Blind Spots

Blind spots are areas on the left and rightsides of your vehicle that are not visible inyour mirror. If your vehicle (shown here inblue) does not have a right side view mirror, the right blind spot will be larger than theone on the left. Other blind spots can occurwhen vehicles are parked too close to an

intersection or when bushes, trees andbuildings block your view. In situations like these, inch your vehicle forward until youhave a clear view. Then proceed when theway is clear.

Avoid driving in someone elses blind spot.This can be just as dangerous as not

checking your own. Speed up or drop back,but never stay for an extended time in a blindspot area. Make sure your vehicle can beseen by other drivers.

Do not rely on your mirrors alone to seeother vehicles. Look over your shoulder tosee if the way is clear.

Entering and CrossingTrafficCommunicatingCommunicating means clearly showingother drivers and pedestrians what you plan

to do early enough to avoid a collision. Anytime you plan to change directions, use your turn signals whether you are changing

lanes, turning at an intersection, entering afreeway, pulling away from a curb or pullingoff to the side of the road. Develop the habitof using your turn signals even when you donot see other vehicles on the road.

The vehicle you do not see is the mostdangerous one. Here are some rules to

follow:Signalatleast4secondsbeforeyouturnso other drivers will have time to react.

Ifyouplantoturnbeyondanintersection,do not signal until you are in theintersection (drivers in the intersectionmay pull into your path).

Afteryoucompleteyourmove,besure

your turn signal is off.

SignalingOther drivers expect you to keep doing whatyou are doing. Signaling lets them knowyou are going to do something differentand gives them time to react to your move.Signaling does not give you the right-of-way. Turns may be indicated using electricturn signals, hand signals, or both. The lawdesignates which lanes and positions youmust use when turning and requires you tosignal at least 100 feet before you turn.

You should always signal before you:Changelanes.

Turnatanintersectionorintoadrivewayor alley.

Enterorleaveafreeway.

Pullawayfromthecurb.

Pullovertothesideoftheroad.

Slowdownorstopsuddenly.


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The hand signals are shown here.

Left Turn

Right Turn

Stopping/Slowing

PassingWhen you want to pass a vehicle travelingin the same direction, pass on the left.Signal that you are about to change lanes.Make sure you have time and room to getall the way in front of the vehicle you arepassing without creating danger for vehicles

coming toward you. Move into the left laneand pass the vehicle. When you can see the entire front or both headlights of thevehicle you passed in your rearview mirror,look over your shoulder to be sure the laneis clear, signal that you are changing lanes, then return to the lane on the right. Thisprocedure also applies to passing slow-

moving bicycles and mopeds.

When another vehicle comes up behind youand sounds its horn or flashes its lights,move to the right when safe and let it pass.

Never speed up when another vehicle ispassing you.

Passing on the RightPassing on the right is permitted only whenit is safe and:Thedriveroftheothervehicleismakinga

left turn (never pass to the left of a driver

who has signaled a left turn).Anopenhighwayisclearlymarkedfortwo or more lanes of vehicles moving inthe same direction as you are going.Youareinabusinessorresidential

district where the pavement is wideenough for two or more lanes of vehiclesmoving in the direction you are going.

Youmustneverpassontherightbydriving off the paved or main portion ofthe roadway.

Do Not PassYou must not pass when:Approachingacurveorthetopofahill

where you cannot see ahead to be sure of

safe passing.Approachingwithin100feetofastreetcrossing.

Approachingwithin100feetofarailroadcrossing.

Within100feetofabridge,tunnel,orunderpass where your view is blocked.


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RoundaboutsA roundabout is an intersection controldevice with traffic circulating around

an island. Approaching vehicles mustyield to the traffic in the circle. Alwaysyield to pedestrians and bicyclists thatare crossing the road. Always enter aroundabout to the right of the central island.How to drive in a roundabout:Slowdownasyouapproachthe

intersection; roundabouts are designed

for speeds of 15-20 mph.Entertheroundaboutwhenthereisa

gap in traffic. Once inside, do not stop.Follow directions on signs or pavementmarkings about which lane to use.

Youmayexitatanystreetorcontinuearound if you miss your exit.

Know Where Youre Headed - Knowwhere you want to go as you approach theintersection. Follow the signs and get inthe appropriate lane.

Yield Vehicles in the roundabout have theright-of-way.

Watch Out for Large Trucks - Dont try topass large trucks in the roundabout.

Emergency Vehicles Proceed withcaution in the roundabout when you see anemergency vehicle exit if you can, or pullover to the right.

Pedestrians Use crosswalks and usecaution.

Bicyclists Be aware of traffic rules orwalk your bike and use the crosswalks.

Driving Straight Through

U Turns

Left Turns

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Parking and Exiting ParkingSpacesWhen you park on a public roadway, youmust be sure that you are not in the way of traffic, obstructing visibility or in an illegalparking zone.

Parallel Parking Your ability to judge distances whilecontrolling the speed of your vehicle is thekey to completing this maneuver. Whenparallel parking, be sure to continually checkfor oncoming traffic.

To parallel park correctly:Check traffic behind you and signal that

you are stopping.Stop when you are alongside the forward

car and your cars back bumper linesup with the back bumper of the parkedvehicle. Leave approximately 2 feetbetween you and the forward car.

Shift into reverse. While looking overyour right shoulder, back up slowly whileturning the wheel sharply to the right.When your front bumper passes the rear

bumper of the forward car, turn the wheel

sharply to the left. Keep backing untilparallel to the curb.

Straighten the wheels and slowly pullforward.

Emergency ParkingIn the event it becomes necessary for youto leave your vehicle parked on a highway orstreet, follow these rules:Pull onto the shoulder of the road as far

away from traffic as possible. If there isa curb, pull your vehicle as close to thecurb as possible.

Set your parking brake, shift into parkor leave the vehicle in gear (for manualtransmission), and turn off the engine.

Downhill-Turn WheelsToward Curb

Uphill with

Curb-Turn WheelsAway From

Curb

Uphill - NoCurb Turn

WheelsToward Edgeof Road

Lock your vehicle.Set out proper emergency signals.

Parking on a HillWhen you park on adownhill grade, turnyour wheels toward the curb and set yourparking brake.

If you park on an uphill

grade, turn your wheels to the left, let yourcar roll back until theright front wheel restsagainst the curb andstops. Set your parkingbrake.

If there is no curb, turn the wheels to the rightso that the car will rollaway from the center ofthe road in the event the brakes fail.Always set your parking brake.

Prohibited Parking

It is illegal to park:Onasidewalk.

Infrontofaprivateorpublicdriveway.

Withintheboundariesofanintersection.

On a crosswalk or within 20 feet of acrosswalk at an intersection.

On any freeway or interstate highway(except for an emergency).

Inanyareawithsignsprohibitingparking.

Within15feetofafirehydrant.

Within50feetofarailroadcrossing.

Onabridgeorwithinatunnel.

Insuchawaythatyoucreateahazardforother vehicles.


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International Symbol of Access

This symbol, which appears on reservedparking signs, placards and license plates,is the international symbol of access forpersons with physical disability. Parkingspaces marked with this symbol are only to be used by a vehicle displaying a validplacard or license plate with this symbol,and only when transporting the person whowas issued the placard or plate.

It is illegal for anyone else to park in thesespaces and may result in a fine.

Backing Up/ReversingBacking up or reversing you car is dangerousbecause it is hard for you to see behind you.Here are some rules you should followwhenever you have to back your car:Checkbehindyourcarbeforeyougetin.

Children or small objects are hard to see

from the drivers seat.Placeyourarmonthebackoftheseatand turn around so that you can lookdirectly through the rear window. Do notdepend on your mirrors.

Backslowly.Yourcarismuchhardertocontrol and to stop while you are backing.

Special Tips for FreewayDriving

Freeway DrivingFreeways and interstate highways aredesigned to handle higher speed trafficsafely. You need to be comfortable withdriving at these speeds and with the specialprocedures discussed below before youattempt freeway driving.

Entering a FreewayThe key to entering a freeway smoothly is to accelerate on the entrance ramp/lane tomatch the speed of freeway traffic in the right lane. Then signal, check the trafficaround you, and merge carefully. Do notcross a solid line.

Exiting the FreewayBe sure to signal before exiting the freeway.Most freeways will have deceleration lanes to assist you in your exit. Use properbraking to allow for a smooth exit. Be sureto maintain adequate space (space cushion)between your vehicle and the vehicle aheadwhen exiting in heavy traffic. Do not crossa solid line.A divided highway/freeway has separateroadways for traffic in opposite directions,often with multiple lanes on each side.Some highways intersect other roads andare controlled by traffic signals. Others arecontrolled access, which means they haveno signals or intersections; you enter andexit these highways using ramps. These arecalled expressways or freeways and thepoints at which you can enter or exit areknown as intersections.


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Entering and Exiting the HighwayMake sure you are in the proper lane well inadvance so you can safely enter or exit the

highway.Yieldtheright-of-waytodriversalreadyonthe highway.

As you approach and enter a highwaytravel lane, increase your speed to matchthat of vehicles already on the road.

Ifyoumissyourexit,donotstop.NEVERback up on a highway. Get off the highway

at the next exit and look for signs showingyou how to rejoin the road in the otherdirection.

Be sure to signal your exit before youreach the exit ramp.

Lane UseThe right lane is used for entering andexiting, and for slow traffic. The left lane isused by higher-speed traffic.

Avoid the right lane of a freeway duringrush hour. This will leave room for vehiclesentering and exiting.

Be alert for other vehicles attempting tomerge into your lane, and use proper signalsto let other drivers know if you are changing

lanes. Do not exceed the posted speedlimits. Avoid tailgating (following the carahead of you too closely).

Stopping on the FreewaySpecial Situations on the FreewayIf you need assistance, pull over onto theright shoulder as far as possible. Avoid

stopping your vehicle on or near freewayramps.

To signal for assistance on the freeway, turnon your emergency flashers and tie a whitehandkerchief or scarf to the radio antenna,or raise the hood of the car. To signal afterdark, turn on your inside dome light and/or

set out flares or portable warning signals.Wait for help. Do not walk along the freeway.

While driving on the freeway, watch fordisabled vehicles. If you are the first motoristto approach a disabled vehicle, reduce yourspeed and turn on your emergency flashers; then proceed around the disabled vehicle

with caution.

Entering a Freeway

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Freeway RestrictionsOn the freeway, you may not:Drive a vehicle carrying fewer than two

persons, including the driver, in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane (indicatedby white diamonds shown below) at theposted times Monday through Friday. Atthose times, the HOV lanes are restricted to car pool vehicles, motorcycles, busesor vehicles displaying alternative fuellicense plates. A motorist who violates this

restriction is subject to a penalty of $200.

Driveoveroracrossanydividingsectionor separation.

MakeaU-turn.

Changelaneswithoutsignaling.

Driveontothefreeway,exceptatan on-ramp.

Parkorstoponthefreeway,exceptin

specially provided areas (parking on theshoulder of the freeway is prohibited,except in case of emergency).

Backupifyoumissanexit(youmustgoon to the next exit).

Driving on the HighwayMakesureyourvehicleisingood

operating order and can maintain highway

speeds.Staytotherightandonlyusetheleft

lane for passing. If you are traveling ona highway with three lanes, treat the farright lane as a slower-speed through laneand the far left lane as the passing lane.

Driveinthemiddleofyourlane,stayingbetween the lines.

Useyourrearviewmirrorandyourdirectional signals when changing lanes.

Gore AreaIt is against the law to drive over or park inany part of a gore area. A gore area is thespace between a through roadway and an

entrance or exit ramp.

NO STOPPING

IN GORE AREA

Should you be convicted of violating

this traffic rule, three(3) points would beassessed against your driving record.


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Section 3:Rules of the Road

Right-of-WayThe law requires certain vehicles to yield theright-of-way to other vehicles. The law doesnot actually give the right-of-way to anyparticular motorist, it just states who mustyield. No one is allowed to take the right-of-way if taking it means a collision may result.

Controlled IntersectionsYou must obey the traffic signals and signs. Yield the right-of-way to other vehicles asdirected. Do not assume it is safe to proceedjust because you have the right-of-way.Check for traffic and pedestrians.

Uncontrolled IntersectionsWhen approaching an intersection withan inoperative traffic control signal or no traffic lights, stop signs or yield signs, treat it as you would a 4-way stop. Come to a complete stop before entering theintersection and then proceed when theroadway is clear. If two vehicles arrive at the

intersection at about the same time, bothmust stop and the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the

driver on the right.

At a T intersection, the driver on the streetwhich ends must yield the right-of-way tovehicles on the cross street.

Green vehicle has the right-of-wayRed vehicle must yield.

Pedestrians You must yield the right-of-way to

pedestrians crossing the street in anymarked or unmarked crosswalk. When thelight turns green, you must still yield topedestrians and vehicles in intersections.The law also requires vehicles to come to acomplete stop at any school crossing when the crosswalk is occupied by any person.In the interest of safety, if you see persons

crossing any street, give them the right-of-way.

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assisted by a sighted person, must yield theright-of-way and take precautions to avoidinjury to the pedestrian.

Alleys and DrivewaysWhen entering the roadway from an alleyor driveway, you must stop before reaching the sidewalk. Yield the right-of-way topedestrians and approaching vehicles.

Left TurnWhen you are preparing to turn left, youmust yield the right-of-way to any oncomingvehicle and pedestrian.

Green vehicle has the right-of-wayRed vehicle must yield.

Red Light RunningIf you run a red light (or a flashing redlight) and receive a traffic citation, upon

conviction of that violation, you will berequired to attend Traffic Survival School.Upon completion, no court appearance isrequired.

If you run a red light and cause an accident that results in life-threatening injuries toanother driver or passenger, you may

be fined up to $500 and your drivingprivilege may be suspended for 3 months.Additionally, you may be ordered to perform

community service.

If you cause an accident that results in thedeath of another driver or passenger, youmay be fined up to $1,000 and your drivingprivilege may be suspended for 6 months.Additionally, you may be ordered to performcommunity service.

MVD is required by law to order thecompletion of Traffic Survival School (TSS)for every red light conviction report by thecourts. Points are accessed and will appearon your driver record. Payment of the fine isassuming responsibility for the violation andis reported to MVD as a conviction. Failure to

complete the course results in an indefinitesuspension of your driving privilege.If eligible, violators can attend the SupremeCourts Defensive Driving Program. Pleaseread the information provided with yourcitation carefully for an explanation of youroptions.

Emergency VehiclesAlways be alert for emergency vehicles,especially at intersections. Do not play yourradio so loudly that you are unable to hearsirens. Whenever a police car, fire engine,ambulance or other emergency vehicleapproaches using a siren, lights or otherwarning devices, you must yield the right-

of-way. Drive at once to the right side of theroad and stop until the vehicle has passed.

On a four-lane highway with at least twolanes proceeding in the same direction as the approaching vehicle, proceed with duecaution. Yield the right-of-way by makinga lane change into a lane not adjacent to

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