In Maryland, getting a driver’s license is challenging. Applicants must first obtain a learner’s permit and practice for several hours. Then, they have to take the DMV driver’s test to get their provisional license. For 18 months, drivers must maintain a clean driving record to become eligible for a full license.
What to Expect at the DMV When Getting Your Driver’s License 
You can start getting ready for your driving test three months before your sixteenth birthday. First, you’ll have a learner’s permit, so you can only drive when an adult accompanies you. Once you’ve practiced for a certain number of hours and taken the driving test, you can get a provisional license.
Drive safely and carefully for the next 18 months because you could get your license suspended if you violate local traffic laws. Always wear a safety belt, avoid talking on a cell phone while driving, and make sure there’s no alcohol whatsoever in your system.
Getting a Learner’s Permit
You have to be 15 years and 9 months old to get your learner’s permit and pass a knowledge test and vision screening. Schedule an appointment at the MVA, and bring proof of identity and proof of social security.
You might also have to provide proof of parental relationship or dependency if you’re under 16. Once you have your permit, you can drive, as long as you’re accompanied by an experienced adult who is at least 21 years old and has held a license for three years.
Taking the DMV Drivers Test to Get a Provisional License
Before taking the test and getting your provisional license, you must drive for a certain number of hours and complete 36 hours of driver’s education. The exact requirements depend on your age and whether you have a high school diploma. Once you feel ready to drive on your own, book your test. If you pass, you get a provisional license. If you fail, you have to wait for at least one week and then try again.
Getting a Full License
After driving safely for 18 months, you can get your full license without doing another test. The MVA automatically converts your license. You will receive an email attachment card, which you must carry with your provisional license. Once you renew your license, the attachment card is no longer needed.
To get your license, you must first fulfill certain requirements. They include driving with the help of an experienced person, taking specific courses, taking a test, and maintaining a clean driving record. Contact us at DARCARS Kia of Frederick if you’ve recently qualified for your license. We can help you pick a new Kia or used car that suits your needs.
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