Safe Driving Academy LLC. FAQs
First-time drivers
If you are a New Jersey resident, you must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license or validated permit to operate a motor vehicle. First-time drivers must complete the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program, which introduces driving privileges in phases, to obtain a basic license, requiring you to pass various tests. If you are under 21 years old or have never had a driver’s license, New Jersey requires that you complete a period of supervised driving before getting a basic driver’s license. Before practice driving the permit holder must have the permit validated at any MVC Driver Testing Center.
There are three initial GDL permit processes in New Jersey.
The early bird road (For drivers age 16 enrolled with a licensed driving school).
Get a student learner’s permit
- Visit a motor vehicle agency (with Driver Testing area) with a licensed driving instructor and your primary ID document. (Must also provide social security number).
- Pay the $10 fee.
- Pass the vision test.
- Pass the knowledge test, or submit blue high school test waiver card if the written test was taken and passed in high school.
- Complete six full hours of behind-the-wheel instruction in a dual-controlled vehicle, with a licensed driving instructor.
- Return to a motor vehicle agency (with Driver Testing services) with a licensed driving instructor to have the permit validated and schedule a road test appointment (six months after validation for under 21 years of age). The permit must be validated prior to any supervised practice driving.
- Practice supervised driving* (see below) for at least six months, and until 17 years of age.
The young adult (For drivers age 17 or older).
Get an examination permit (not a student permit)
Applicants, age 17 but under age 18, must submit signed consent of a parent or legal guardian to begin the permit process.
- Visit a motor vehicle agency (with Driver testing area) with your6 Points of ID.
- Complete Auto Permit Application (Form BA-412C found only atmotor vehicle agencies).
- Pay the $10 fee.
- Pass thevision test.
- Pass theknowledge test, or submit blue high school test waiver (only valid if 18 years old or under).
- Get the permit validated for practice driving.
- Schedulethe road test (six months after validation for under 21 years of age).
- Practice supervised driving*(see below) for at least six months.
The adult (For drivers ages 21 and up)
Get an examination permit (not a student permit)
- Visit anymotor vehicle agencyto purchase an examination permit (nota special or student permit)
- Bring your6 Points of IDand proof of address
- Complete form Auto Permit Application (Form BA-412C found only atmotor vehicle agencies).
- Pay the $10 fee.
- Pass thevision test.
- Pass theknowledge test.
- Get the permit validated for practice driving.
- Schedulethe road test (three months after validation for 21 or over).
- Practice supervised driving**(see below) for at least three months.
Restrictions
For restrictions please visithttp://www.state.nj.us/mvc/license/initiallicense.htm
What services do you offer?
We offer services for all types of drivers: new, nervous, senior course. We offer hourly rated packages as well as road test services to suit all of your driving needs.
I'm 16 years old, can I get my permit in NJ?
Yes you can. You will need 6 points of ID, a NJ MVC form filled out by you and a signature by your parent and legal guardian and a NJ State certified Driving School to have your permit issued.
How long does it take to complete my 6 hours behind the wheel and have my permit?
It depends on your schedule. We are open 7 days a week and have a flexible hours to suite your needs.
What restrictions are place on my child who has a GDL Permit
1. May not drive between 11:01 and 5:00am. 2.May not have more than one passenger (besides his or her dependents or is accompanied by a parent or guardian) 3. May not use a cell phone (including hands free) or any other hand-held electronic device
Who insures me while driving my 6 hours of driving lessons?
We are a fully insured driving school so we are responsible for anything that happens in our car. After completion of your 6 hour of behind the wheel lesson we will issue a certificate discount certificate, Please check with your insurance company for exact details.
Can I take my road test in a Safe Driving Academy Car?
Yes! We highly recommend this for your road test. If you have taken lessons with us, you will already be comfortable and know the ins and outs of our car. Also, going with your driving instructor will instill confidence, and they will be able to give you some helpful last minute tips or answer any questions you may have.
