{"id":24542,"date":"2024-10-17T10:00:41","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T10:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=24542"},"modified":"2024-10-17T13:54:46","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T13:54:46","slug":"new-drivers-in-florida-how-to-get-licensed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/new-drivers-in-florida-how-to-get-licensed\/","title":{"rendered":"New Drivers in Florida: How to Get Licensed"},"content":{"rendered":"

We know that for many of our readers, obtaining a driver\u2019s license is something from the deep past.\u00a0 We learned to drive, we passed all the tests, and finally got that shiny plastic certificate that allowed us to get behind the wheel many, many moons ago.\u00a0 We are also aware that we\u2019ve got a few younger readers out there (hey, hey!) who can\u2019t look back over thirty years of driving quite yet, and perhaps a few who either never managed to procure a driving license, or perhaps have come to our fair shores from other countries and now have to begin the process from scratch.<\/p>\n

In general, it\u2019s something that\u2019s a given for most folks in the United States – at least those who are interested in driving. Of course, as with all things, there are exceptions – there are those people who simply don\u2019t fancy captaining a car. And we get it: it\u2019s nice to have someone else do all the work, right? But for those who do<\/em> want to drive, and haven\u2019t attained a license yet, it can seem intimidating.<\/p>\n

Across the country, each state will have its own list of rules and regulations, its own set of laws regarding the acquisition of a license to drive.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Today, we\u2019re going to spotlight the Sunshine State, giving you the lowdown on what it takes to operate a motor vehicle in Florida. And in typical (helpful) eTags fashion, we have fashioned (get it?!) a handy list for you.\u00a0 We can\u2019t help it, we loooove lists, so let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n

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The preliminary requirements dictate that you must:<\/p>\n

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  1. Be at least sixteen (16) years of age<\/li>\n
  2. Complete a drug and alcohol course<\/li>\n
  3. Pass both vision and hearing tests<\/li>\n
  4. Pass Florida\u2019s Class E Knowledge Exam<\/li>\n
  5. Pass Florida\u2019s Class E Driving Skills Test<\/li>\n
  6. Provide all the necessary documentation and identification<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In the case that you are at least sixteen, but still under eighteen, there are a few extra elements to note:<\/h2>\n
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    1. You must be in possession of a learner\u2019s permit for at least twelve months (or at least until you reach your eighteenth birthday) prior to applying for a permanent license.<\/li>\n
    2. You must be free of any traffic violations within twelve months of obtaining your learner\u2019s permit. In the case that you do happen to get one moving violation, it will not prohibit you from obtaining your permanent license should you complete the required Basic Driver Improvement Course.<\/li>\n
    3. You will need to have fifty (50) hours of driving experience under your belt, with a minimum of ten of those hours clocked in as night driving. These hours will need to be attested to formally by a parent.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      \"Driving<\/p>\n

      Some interesting notes about the required courses are as follows:<\/p>\n