...Texas Driver’s License/Texas State ID Information A Texas Driver's License is not only a document demonstrating authorization to drive, but it is also a nationally accepted form of identification that can be used to prove your identity. The Texas State ID is only used as an identification card. Texas driver licenses and Texas State IDs are issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Any international student, scholar, or dependent can apply for the Texas driver license and the Texas State ID. An international driving permit is a document that a driver can obtain in his or her home country that translates his or her driver’s license into ten different languages. Please visit, http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Foreign-Visitors-Driving.shtml, for more information. How to Apply: 1. Identity Documents: If you are on an F-1, F-2, J-1, J-2 visa, or applying for or on OPT, you must take the following documents to the DPS office: Passport, Visa or immigration documentation indicating your status, I-94, and I-20 or DS-2019 form. *Note: If you have a Social Security Number (SSN), please present your Social Security card at the time of application. However, an SSN is NOT a requirement to apply. 2. 30 Day Residency Requirement: For FIRST TIME Texas Driver Licenses and Texas ID Cards, you must meet the residency requirement. o Reside in Texas for at least 30 days prior to application o Present two acceptable documents establishing proof of residency, one of which must...
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...Texas Department of Public Safety Driver License Division Parent Taught Driver Education (PTDE) Information Packet It is very important that you read this entire packet and follow all of the instructions. This packet is: ► Information about obtaining an approved PTDE course. ► Instructions on how to properly administer the PTDE training as required by Texas law. ► Instructions to obtain a driver license for the student. This packet is NOT: ► An approved driver education course. ► Proof of payment for an approved PTDE course. IMPORTANT NOTICE Since the purchase of a packet enrolls a student into the PTDE Program, each student must obtain a separate packet. Students may not share a PTDE Information Packet nor can this specific packet be transferred to any other student. It is the instructor’s responsibility to first obtain an approved PTDE course before beginning any instruction. The cost to purchase one of the approved PTDE courses was not included in the cost of this packet. You will need to contact a specific PTDE course provider for pricing information on the PTDE course that you choose. Only a PTDE course approved by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) can be accepted for the PTDE Program. (See Appendix A enclosed or go online to www.dps.texas.gov/ DriverLicense/parenttaught.htm) If you or your student has any questions after reviewing the enclosed material, please contact the Driver License Division Record Evaluation Section at (512)...
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...to support the weight of an automobile, leaving a place for drivers to stop in an emergency. They are not, however, designed to support extensive driving. Other safety features found on highways may include guard rails, street lights and electronic notification signs. These features, as well as vehicle safety technologies, are in place to protect drivers from the dangers inherent in driving. However, the number one cause of collisions is driver error. Traffic safety is the primary responsibility of all highway users. You can carry out this responsibility by practicing safe and courteous driving behavior. Texas has a highway system that is considered to be one of the most extensive systems in the United States. Annually, Texas drivers will log over 187 billion miles. In recent years, the state of Texas has seen the numbers of traffic fatalities increase. Two primary contributors to this increase are speeding and driving while intoxicated (DWI). Any driver in the United States can reduce fatalities and injuries by simple acts such as using safety belts. If we all contribute to responsible driving, we can drastically decrease highway fatalities. It begins with YOU. Make a personal commitment today to carefully pay attention to the content of this course and to study the Texas Driver Handbook. Do this to develop the skills and knowledge that you need to become a safe driver. Basic knowledge of traffic laws provides a driver with the foundation to formulate informed, legal, and responsible...
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...APPLICATION FOR TEXAS DRIVER LICENSE OR IDENTIFICATION CARD NOTICE: All information on this application must be in INK. Applications held only 90 days. DPS CANNOT REFUND PAYMENT ONCE APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED. APPLICATION for: DRIVER LICENSE COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE (CDL) IDENTIFICATION CARD Class (Circle) A B C M HOME PHONE: FIRST NAME: OTHER PHONE: MIDDLE NAME: EMAIL: SUFFIX: ADDRESS INFORMATION MAIDEN NAME: DATE OF BIRTH (mm/dd/yyyy): EYE COLOR: LEARNER LICENSE CONTACT INFORMATION LAST NAME: SEX: (Circle One) ASSIGNED # NON-RESIDENT COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE APPLICANT INFORMATION SSN: FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS — MALE RACE / ETHNICITY: — — RESIDENCE ADDRESS: — CITY: FEMALE ZIP CODE: HAIR COLOR: MAILING ADDRESS: (I) American Indian /Alaska Native (A) Asian / Pacific Islander (B) Black (H) Hispanic (O) Other (W) White HEIGHT: ft. PLACE OF BIRTH: CITY: in. CITY: WEIGHT: lbs. FATHER’S LAST NAME: COUNTY: ZIP CODE: STATE: COUNTY: COUNTY: STATE: STATE: COUNTRY: MOTHER’S MAIDEN NAME: REQUIRED INFORMATION FROM ALL APPLICANTS 1. YES NO 2. Are you a citizen of the United States? If you are a US citizen, would you like to register to vote? If registered, would you like to update your voter information? By providing my electronic signature, I understand the personal information...
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...Unit 1: Texas Driver Responsibilities— Knowing Texas Traffic Laws Review Review topics covered in Unit One: Student Guide 1.1 Who May Operate a Motor Vehicle in Texas 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 Types of Texas Drivers Licenses Texas Licensing Requirements Suspensions and Revocations Vehicle Inspection and Registration Safety Responsibility Class C Licenses permit driving non-commercial vehicles such as cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans. The minimum age to qualify for a Class C License is 18 years of age. A driver who is 16-years-old and has completed an approved driver education course also qualifies for a Class C License. An instruction permit allows unlicensed drivers to legally practice driving with a licensed driver in the front seat. The licensed driver must be at least 21 years of age and been driving for at least one year. To apply for an instruction permit you must be at least 18 years of age or be a 15-year-old who has passed an approved driver license education course. A Provisional License is issued to someone under the age of 18 who does not have an instruction permit. It is a probationary license and must be renewed and must be renewed when the person turns 18 years of age. When applying for a license, you will need to provide or do the following: • • • • • • • • • Bring personal information. Bring your identification documents. Bring other information the DPS requires. Pass an exam that tests your knowledge of road signs, traffic signals, and the rules...
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...However, the majority of drivers do not understand the legal system and often do have these types of offenses on their records. If they cannot afford insurance for their vehicle, they most likely cannot afford the surcharges that come with it if they end up with a conviction for no insurance on their record. Is this program hindering lower income individuals from their privilege of driving and taking unnecessary monies from their pocket books? Or is it justified in individuals paying for their mistakes? This paper will look at the ethical dilemma of the Texas Driver Responsibility Program and the values and principles of responsibility, justice, fairness, and accountability and will review the role of the public administrators in responding to these questions of values. The Value of Responsibility...
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...those operating a limo service. Drivers cannot drive more than 10 consecutive hours. Drivers must perform vehicle safety inspections and sign a vehicle maintenance log before each trip. Drivers must have a current valid state driver’s license and a list of any violations on file with the company. Drivers must have a minimum Class C state driver’s license with passenger endorsement. Drivers must also complete and pass drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and undergo random testing thereafter (Federal Limousine Service Regulations). Drivers must maintain a clean driving record and must be insurable under the company’s liability insurance policy. In Austin, Texas in order for an employee to drive a limo they must apply for a Chauffeur license permit. The permit will require background, license and traffic violations checks. A copy of the employee’s criminal history and driving record must be certified by Texas Department of Safety. Texas state law requires the employee to carry a license and provide on demand. Not carrying a license can result in a fine not to exceed $200, subsequent fines and jail time for second and third violations. Limousine companies must follow specific wage and hours laws when it comes to the payment of their drivers. If not done correctly the company may face liability in the form of IRS penalties, Department of Labor penalties and potential litigation. According to the Internal Revenue Service limousine drivers should be classified as employees...
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...Reengineering San Antonio’s Identification Process Table of Contents I. Executive Summary II. Definition of Business Process Reengineering III. Brief Background. IV. Current Business Issues V. Proposed Solutions VI. Recommendations for the Executive Committee Executive Summary Obtaining a driver’s license is an important and exciting time for many young people. What’s not exciting as many have experiences is having to wait in line for hours just to obtain a copy of identification and have to wait four to six weeks to get the actual identification. Business Process Reengineering is used to redesign the way work is done to better support the organization's mission and reduce costs. Within the paper we focus on redesigning the process of the San Antonio identification office as a whole in order to achieve the greatest possible benefits to the organization and their customers. The Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS) has been around for quite some time and has done things a certain way so implementing a change will not be the easiest task to accomplish. Their mission and goals are not only to protect and serve Texas but to combat terrorism, crime, enhance public safety and provide world class services. In recent reviews over an extended period the TDPS is face with an array of changes in service, funds, and security. The process in the way TDPS must do business is by reengineering identification process within its’ local office. This will enable...
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...3 type of driving license A commercial driver license · A class A license - permits drving commercial vehicles such as large trucks and semi tractors. · A Class C license permits driving non-commercial vehicles suck as cras pickup trucks, SUVs and vans. · A class M license for drving motorcycles or mopeds. The minimum age to qualify for a Class C license is 18 years of age. a driver who is 16 years old and has completed an approved driver education course also qualifies. Test- vision-driving test Point system = points are assessed to moving traffic violation convictions.Once the conviction has been added to the driver record, points will be assigned and will remain on the driver record for a period od three years. Points are assigned as follows: 2 points for a texas or out -of-state mocing violation, and 3 points for a texas or out-ofstates moving conviction that resuleted in a crash. 20 miles per hour must be able to come to a complete stop within 25 feet. 30k to cover the injury or death of one people 60k to cover the injury or death of two people 25k to cover damage to the property of any other person to comply with the safety responsibility act, all drivers muct provide evidence of financial responsibility when: · applying for driver license · refistering a motor vehicle · obtaining a motor vehicle inspection certificate driver must be given 175 to 350 Question 1: Your driver license may be suspended for causing: Correct: One serious...
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...• Chapter 2 o Section 1 People with licenses from other states as long as their home state grants the same thing for Texans • Have 90 days to get a Texas license after you move to Texas Types of licenses • Class A – commercial o Semi and big trucks • Class c –non commercial o Normal cars o Trailer cannot exceed 20,000 pounds o Before you take o 18 years of age Unless 16 and went to a course Class m – motorcycles or mopeds • Must take a specific course • Specific three Provisional license • Given to a driver if they are under 18 • Expire when they are 18 • Under 21 will be printed on license if they are under 21 How to obtain driver’s license • Name and address • Birth certificate • Social security card • Will be require to take a test and a vision test • Pass the in car driving test • Must have a proof of insurance • Must wear corrective lenses • Must have current expectation dates Restrictions may be placed on license • Required to wear glasses • Etc. When your license expires they send you a notification to renew it driving without a license can result in $200 fine suspensions • temporary loss of a driver’s license • reinstated at the end of the period • automatic suspensions o DWI o DWI with child o Failing to stop after collision o Driving with invalid/false driver’s license o Section 2 Admistrative suspensions • The dps has the authority to suspend o Repeted violations of traffic laws o To many collisons ...
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...Texas Liability Insurance Card — Keep this card Please use the printed Insurance Cards below. Tarjeta de Seguro de Responsabilidad de Texas — Guarde esta tarjeta IMPORTANT: This card or a copy of your insurance policy must be shown when you apply for or renew your: • motor vehicle registration • driver's license • motor vehicle safety inspection sticker. You also may be asked to show this card or your policy if you have an accident or if a peace officer asks to see it. All drivers in Texas must carry liability insurance on their vehicles or otherwise meet legal requirements for financial responsibility. Failure to do so could result in fines up to $1,000, suspension of your driver's license and motor vehicle registration, and impoundment of your vehicle for up to 180 days (at a cost of $15 per day). Tarjeta de Seguro de Responsabilidad de Texas — Guarde esta tarjeta IMPORTANTE: Esta tarjeta o una copia de su poliza de seguro debe ser monstrada cuando usted solicite o renueve su: • registro de vehiculo de motor • licencia para conducir • etiqueta de inspeccion de seguridad para su vehiculo Puede que usted tenga tambien que mostrar esta tarjeta o su poliza de segura si tiene un accidente o si un oficial de la paz se la pide. Todos los conductores en Texas deben de tener seguro de responsabilidad para sus vehiculos, o de otra manera llenar los requisitos legales de pudiera resultar en multas de hasta $1,000, suspension de su licencia para conducir...
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...employment law compliance plan for my client Mr. Bradley Stonefield. Mr. Stonefield will be opening a limousine company in Austin, Texas and his intent is to employ 20 to 25 personnel within the first year of operation. The purpose of this compliance plan is to ensure that Mr. Stonefield business succeeds. There are specific employment laws that will directly impact Mr. Stonefield’s limousine business and adhering to these laws will allow him to avoid penalties and fines. There are certain laws from both the federal and state level that Mr. Stonefield must comply with. The Federal Laws include the Equal Pay Act of 1963 which ensures impartial and fair compensation to both men and women and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that protects qualified potential employees with disabilities against discrimination. Also Texas adopted the Federal Minimum Wage rate which is $7.25 per hour which needs to be enforced. From a state perspective all drivers who transport more than 16 passengers must obtain a valid commercial driver’s license. Additionally all drivers must have a valid commercial C Texas driver’s license in their possession already and undergo a formal background check. Also Mr. Stonefield must be sure to obtain unemployment insurance for his employees. The Texas Payday Law, Title 2, Chapter 61, Texas Labor Code, requires Texas employers to pay their employees who are exempt from the overtime pay provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 at least...
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...Sample Tests & Material to help prepare for the Texas Drivers License Test This document was compiled by Adriana Diesen for her personal use and later adopted by Shell Outpost Houston. It contains the essentials of the Texas Drivers License Handbook and includes various sample tests. In the written test Adriana scored 190 of 200 points just by reading this material. We at Outpost Houston believe the document would be of good use for those of you who need to prepare for the Texas driving test e.g. all incoming expatriates. This document was produced in August 2004. If you find a mistake or have your doubts about a certain sample question, please contact Adriana at adriana.diesen@sbcglobal.net Neither Adriana Diesen nor Outpost Houston can accept any liability for damages directly or indirectly resulting from the services rendered or information given. The handbook should still be your primary source of research and study for the drivers license test. This document was last updated in March 2007. 1 How to use this guide Read through the Fact Sheets Take Sample Rules Test One Take Sample Road Signs Test One Mark you test Repeat with Test Two (if necessary) Pages 2-4 are the basic facts. Using the DPS handbook as a guide, we have attempted to condense the information into a more user friendly format. Pages 5 – 12 are sample tests. The Texas Driving License Test consists of two written parts, a road rules test and a road signs test. To help you prepare...
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...Driver's Ed - Texas 75 terms by musicgirl952 Study Flashcards Learn Speller Test Play Scatter Space Race Like this study set? Create a free account to save it. List Scores Info Upgrade to remove ads You're either excited or scared to death at this very moment - you're about to take your permit test! Here's some helpful study questions. Answers are according to Texas Driver's Ed practice test. Original Alphabetical What do you do in case of a blow-out? Steer firmly, take your foot off the gas and brake cautiously. A flashing red traffic light means: Stop, look and yield before proceeding. At 20 miles per hour, the reaction distance is: 44 feet. The maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking alcohol is: $500 When turning left from a three lane, one way street, you should turn from the: Left lane A solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe means: Do Not Pass When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than: 20 feet from a crosswalk If you are being passed, you should: Keep in your lane You must always stop when: A traffic officer tells you to. When you hear a siren coming, you should: Yield to the emergency vehicle. If you are teaching a beginner to drive, you must: Be a licensed driver age 21 years or older. You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device: Anytime you change lanes. If a child ran into...
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... Quizlet Driver's Ed - Texas Set containing 75 terms by musicgirl952 Flashcards Learn Speller Test Scatter Like this study set? Create a free account List Scores Info You're either excited or scared to death at this very moment - you're about to take your permit test! Here's some helpful study questions. Answers are according to Texas Driver's Ed practice test. Original Alphabetical What do you do in case of a blow-out? Steer firmly, take your foot off the gas and brake cautiously. A flashing red traffic light means: Stop, look and yield before proceeding. At 20 miles per hour, the reaction distance is: 44 feet. The maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking alcohol is: $500 When turning left from a three lane, one way street, you should turn from the: Left lane A solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe means: Do Not Pass When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than: 20 feet from a crosswalk If you are being passed, you should: Keep in your lane You must always stop when: A traffic officer tells you to. When you hear a siren coming, you should: Yield to the emergency vehicle. If you are teaching a beginner to drive, you must: Be a licensed driver age 21 years or older. You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device: Anytime you change lanes. If a child ran into the road 60-65 feet...
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