Question

There are exemptions to the hours of rule for permit and probationary drivers under 21 years old. What are the exemptions that allow a permit or probationary driver to drive during the prohibited hours?

Answer 1

Examination permit rule allow a permit or probationary driver to drive during the prohibited hours if they are accompanied by an adult (of atleast 21 years) in the front seat.

Explanation:

According to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, the accompanying person should have a valid New Jersey driver license with minimum 3 years of experience.

Drivers under 21 are subjected to New Jersey's Graduated Driver License (GDL) requirements:

• Special learner's permit

• Examination permit

• Probationary (formerly Provisional) license

Note: Decals must be displayed for road test of drivers under age 21.

Examination permits the following restriction:

• No drive between 11 pm - 5 am  

• No hands-free telephones or parents, if a license holder is less than 21 years old

• Only passengers rely on permit holders and an actual person without the corresponding guardian

• Seat restraints

• View on license plate stickers

• There have been no time constraints for the owners of the basic driver license 18 +

• Permits and probationers under the age of 21 may drive for jobs and religious reasons outside the specified hours

• Drivers must be accompanied by readable business card documents signed by an employer, organization or particular religion stating the explanations for their application. It must contain the specified official's title, address, and mobile number.