Bob Ciasulli : Generally Asked Questions by New Jersey Drivers

Current New Jersey drivers, new drivers and parents of teenagers ask these questions to get the facts about New Jersey Driving laws.

What is the Graduated Drivers License System?

There are three stages to the New Jersey Graduated License System. They are the Student Learner Permit, the Provisional License and the Basic Drivers License.

What is a Student Learners Permit?

1. Must be applied for at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission with a valid ID


2. Signed letter of permission from a parent or guardian.


3. Must be 16 years of age


4. Pass the knowledge test


5. Present proof of enrollment in a state of New jersey approved drivers training class


6. Drive 6 months with Adult supervision


7. If under 21 cannot drive between the hours of 11:01 pm – 5:00 am


8. May not use any wireless electronic devices /cell phones

What is the Provisional License?

1. Must be applied for at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission with a valid ID


2. Must be at least 17 years of age to apply


3. Must have 1 year of unsupervised driving


4. Cannot drive between the hours of 12:01 am – 5:00 am


5. May not use any wireless electronic devices /cell phones

What is the Basic Drivers License?

1. Must be applied for at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission with a valid ID


2. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply


3. Must have 1 year of unsupervised driving with provisional drivers license


4. Must pay for Basic Drivers Licensing Fee


5. Must have 3 types of Insurance (see MVC for specifics)

What are the New Jersey Cell Phone Laws?

New Jersey drivers are by law forbidden to use cell phones while at the wheel of a vehicle. Hands free devices are allowed if they do not interfere with driving. There is a $100 fine for any use a cell phone without a hands free device. Laws have recently been amended to include a TEXTING Band while driving, fines also apply.

Bio: Bob Ciasulli owns and operates several car dealerships in Northern New Jersey and wants you to have all the information necessary about New Jersey Driving Laws. Bob Ciasulli promotes safe driving in New Jersey.