Nevada DMV Permit Test flashcards
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- Nevada instruction permit age
- A Nevada instruction permit may be issued to a person at least 15 1/2 years old who is enrolled in or has completed a driver education course and passes the knowledge and vision tests.
- Supervised driving hours
- Drivers under 18 must complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night, before applying for a Nevada driver license.
- REAL ID requirements
- A REAL ID Nevada license requires proof of identity, Social Security number, and two documents proving Nevada residency, such as utility bills or rental agreements.
- Child seat law
- Nevada requires children under 6 years old and under 60 pounds to ride in an appropriate child safety seat, preferably in the rear seat of the vehicle.
- Seat belt primary offense
- In Nevada, law enforcement may stop a vehicle solely because an occupant is not wearing a seat belt; the driver is responsible for passengers under 18.
- Rear-facing seat rule
- Infants should ride rear-facing until at least age 2 or until they reach the seat's height and weight limit; never place a rear-facing seat in front of an active airbag.
- Basic speed law
- Nevada's basic speed law requires driving at a speed reasonable and prudent for existing conditions, even when that speed is below the posted limit.
- Residential speed limit
- The default speed limit in Nevada residential and business districts is 25 mph unless a different limit is posted on a sign.
- Three-second rule
- A safe following distance in good conditions is at least 3 seconds; increase to 4 or more seconds in rain, snow, ice, or darkness.
- Right turn on red
- A right turn on red is allowed after a complete stop unless a sign prohibits it; the driver must yield to pedestrians and cross traffic first.
- Fog driving technique
- In fog, use low-beam headlights rather than high beams, reduce speed, and increase following distance because high beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility.
- Skid recovery
- If your vehicle skids, ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid; avoid slamming the brakes, which can worsen the loss of control.
- Hydroplaning
- Hydroplaning can occur at speeds above 35 mph on wet roads; ease off the accelerator, avoid hard braking, and steer straight until traction returns.
- Dust storm procedure
- During a dust storm or whiteout, pull off the road as far as possible, turn off headlights, and keep your foot off the brake pedal so other drivers do not follow you off the road.
- Motorcycle lane rights
- A motorcycle is entitled to the full width of a lane; a driver may not share a lane with a motorcycle or pass within the same lane.
- Bicycle passing clearance
- When passing a bicycle in Nevada, leave at least 3 feet of clearance; if that is not possible, slow down and wait until it is safe to pass.
- Truck No-Zone
- Large trucks have large blind spots called No-Zones on all four sides; if you cannot see the truck driver's mirrors, the driver cannot see you.
- School bus stop rule
- Traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, unless separated by a divided highway or median.
- Trailer brake requirement
- Nevada requires brakes on a trailer with a gross weight over 3,000 pounds, along with safety chains and working lights and reflectors.
- Towing speed limit
- The maximum towing speed on Nevada highways is 55 mph unless a lower limit is posted; increase following distance and allow extra room for turns.
- Tongue weight
- For stable towing, the trailer's tongue weight should be about 10 to 15 percent of the total trailer weight, and the hitch must be rated for the load.
- Minimum liability coverage
- Nevada's minimum liability insurance is 25,000 dollars per person and 50,000 dollars per accident for bodily injury, plus 20,000 dollars for property damage.
- SR-22 certificate
- An SR-22 certificate proves financial responsibility and is required after certain violations, such as a DUI conviction, to maintain a valid license and registration.
- Insurance verification
- Nevada uses an online insurance verification system; insurers report policy status to the DMV, and a lapse can result in registration and license suspension.
- Twelve-point suspension
- Accumulating 12 or more demerit points within 12 months results in a Nevada license suspension; traffic school may remove up to 3 points once every 12 months.
- Point values
- A DUI or reckless driving conviction adds 8 points; speeding 1 to 10 mph over the limit adds 1 point; points remain for 12 months for suspension purposes.
- Under-21 point rule
- A Nevada driver under 18 who accumulates 3 or more points within 12 months may have their license suspended by the DMV.
- Nevada BAC limits
- Nevada's legal BAC limit is 0.08 percent for drivers 21 and older, 0.04 percent for commercial drivers, and 0.02 percent for drivers under 21.
- First DUI penalties
- A first Nevada DUI conviction carries 2 days to 6 months in jail or community service, fines of 400 to 1,000 dollars, and a 90-day license suspension.
- Implied consent
- Nevada's implied consent law requires a driver lawfully arrested for DUI to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test; refusal results in a 1-year revocation.
- Suspension versus revocation
- A suspension temporarily withdraws driving privileges, while a revocation terminates them and requires reapplication after the period ends; both may require fees and proof of insurance.
- New resident 30-day rule
- New Nevada residents must register their vehicle and obtain a Nevada license within 30 days of establishing residency, including a VIN inspection and emissions test where required.