Florida Class E Driver License Handbook 2023 Notes

Contact Information

• Customer Service Center: (850) 617-2000
• FLHSMV Official Website: flhsmv.gov
• Online Transactions: MyDMVPortal.flhsmv.gov
• Documentation Requirements: flhsmv.gov/WhatToBring

Mission, Vision, and Values

• Mission: Provide highway safety and security through service, education, and enforcement.
• Vision: A Safer Florida
• Values: Service, Integrity, Courtesy, Professionalism, Innovation, Excellence

Introduction

• Produced by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).
• Guide for Class E Knowledge Exam, Driving Skills Test, and safe driving.

Disclaimer

• Handbook is not a legal authority.
• Reflects laws as of the last revision; may not include recent legislative changes.

Warning

• False information on applications can lead to prison, fines, and license suspension.
• Illegal to allow unlicensed driving; penalties apply.

Public Records

• FLHSMV collects personal information for various purposes.
• Certain data exempt from public disclosure; law enforcement access permitted.
• Accuracy of information is a priority; corrections can be requested.

Pending Statute Changes for 2023

• HB 0001: Alternative to traditional school attendance for driver's license.
• HB 657: Allows radar detection in school zones.
• SB 1718: Human smuggling laws updated.

Driver Licenses & ID Cards

Definitions

• Resident: Domicile in Florida for over six months, various legal statuses apply.
• Non-Immigrant: Temporary entry, specific purpose.
• Immigrant: Lawfully admitted permanent resident.

Who Needs a License?

• Residents must have a Florida license.
• Non-residents need a license within 30 days if engaged in certain activities.

License Classifications

• Class E: Non-commercial vehicles under 26,001 pounds.

Requirements for Driver License & ID Cards

1. Primary Identification
   • US Citizens: Birth certificate, passport, etc.
   • Immigrants: Green card, valid passport with US visa.
2. Social Security Number or Secondary Identification
3. Proof of Residential Address

Parental Consent for Minors

• Required for under 18s by a parent/legal guardian.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Disclosure of conditions affecting driving is mandatory.

Restriction Codes

• Specific codes for various requirements (e.g., corrective lenses, daylight driving only).

Driving Schools & Test Providers

• Lists courses and providers available on flhsmv.gov.
• Types of courses: TLSAE, BDI, ADI, DUI programs.

Your Driving Privilege

Insurance Laws

• No-Fault Law: Requires PIP and PDL coverage.
• Financial Responsibility Law: Proof of financial responsibility in case of crash required.

Restrictions for Minors

• Specific curfews and requirements based on age.

Driving Safety

• Importance of maintaining vehicle condition and observing safe driving practices.
• Special attention to conditions like road visibility, night driving, and adverse weather.

Emergency Procedures

• Steps to handle emergencies like breakdowns, collisions, and vehicle malfunctions.
• Importance of knowing CPR and first aid.

Sharing the Road

• Rules concerning interactions with bicyclists, pedestrians, commercial vehicles, and emergency vehicles.

Special Topics

• Distracted Driving: Categories and dangers of distractions.
• Drinking and Driving: Legal implications and effects.

Exam Study Guide

• Review questions and topics to prepare for the written knowledge exam.

This handbook is a comprehensive guide for preparing for the Florida Class E Driver License exams, understanding traffic laws, and learning safe driving practices. It is crucial to refer to the latest version for any updates to the statutes.