South Dakota was the last state to begin issuing licenses without exams , in Getting a license was long considered a rite of passage for many American teenagers; however, in recent years the number of young people who are legal to drive has declined.
Among 16 year olds, less than 25 percent had licenses in , down from about 46 percent in But if you see something that doesn't look right, click here to contact us! Twice a week we compile our most fascinating features and deliver them straight to you. Safety concerns began prompting states to issue driving examinations before licensing drivers.
Part of this was due to the increase in the number of cars and drivers. By the end of the s, 75 percent of households owned a car. In , the New York Times published an article entitled "Better Auto Laws Are Now Needed," which reported the concerns of leading automobile experts about accidents caused by drivers' inexperience and carelessness. Because automobiles were new, people were not accustomed to cars' power and often drove too fast or too recklessly.
In , Rhode Island became the first state to test individuals on their driving skills before issuing licenses. In , the New York Times issued a report that New Jersey was requiring all drivers to pass an examination of their driving abilities and a written test, with the hope that other states would follow New Jersey's lead to reduce the number of accidents. Although exams were not required in Washington state until , when the state began issuing driver's licenses in , it required two signatures to certify that the candidate was able to drive safely.
Each applicant must provide their social security number, if eligible, two separate proofs of Delaware residence i.
NOTE: False statements, attempted fraud by displaying invalid licenses, ID Cards, or documents, or misrepresentation is perjury and may result in fines and denial of licenses and services. A driver license may be suspended any time false information is found on the signed application form. Find out how to contact Vital Statistics for all U.
States and Territories. All drivers must sign a driver license application and answer the appropriate questions on that form. Those applicants who are licensed in another state must surrender their license from the other state.
If eligible for a Social Security Number it must be provided. Most driver's licenses will be issued for a period of eight 8 years from the driver's last birthday. The fee for the eight-year license is and certain endorsements cost additional fees. If the learner's permit was valid at the time of the examination and is returned, there are no additional fees.
It is illegal to drive if your license has expired. The Division is required by law to collect an additional when renewing an expired license. Each driver must pass an eye-screening examination. Some applicants may be referred to their eye doctor or physician for additional medical tests if they have a medical or mental condition that may interfere with their ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
Disclosure of the applicant's social security number is mandatory if eligible. Federal and state law authorizes such disclosure. See 42 U. Section c 2 1 and 21 Del. Section a. The Division will use social security numbers solely for the administration of the driver's license program to ensure accurate identification.
Social security numbers will not be released to business or private individuals, but may be released to state agencies to carry out their governmental functions. More information is available upon request. General Requirements If you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Delaware, you are required to have a driver license and you must carry it with you.
Exemptions from Holding a Delaware Driver's License Individuals while driving or operating a road roller, road machinery or farm tractor or implement of husbandry temporarily on a highway. Non-resident operators, over the age of 16 years, currently licensed in their home state or country.
The license must be in the driver's possession. Members of the Armed Forces of the United States who are serving on active duty and any dependent of the member if they possess a valid driver license from their state of domicile. Who May Not Be Licensed The law does not permit the Division of Motor Vehicles to issue a driver license when: You are less than the required age for a specific license or endorsement.
You are under the age of 18 and have not completed a Delaware Department of Education approved course in driver education.
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