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May
1, 2010 GDL Law Changes FAQs
Do you know about the changes in the GDL
law? This list of Frequently Asked Questions
should help in answering all your questions
pertaining to the new law changes.
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Understanding
New Jersey's
GDL Program - UPDATED
This three-panel brochure provides a wealth
of information on the New Jersey’s
Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program.
A full-color document that takes new drivers
through the licensing process, this comprehensive
brochure also offers additional information
designed specifically for teen drivers and
their parents. |
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GDL
Law Change Palm Card
Measuring 3.65" x 8.5", this handy
two-sided palm card highlights the May 1,
2010 changes to NJ GDL Law.
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"Got
Your Decals" Poster
At 8.5" x 11", this poster is
great reminder for all permit or probationary
license holders under the age of 21 to visit
their local Motor Vehicle Agency to purchase
a pair of decals for $4.
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Got Your Decals?
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This is a 30-second public service announcement
that provides information on the new decals
required for all drivers under the age of
21 holding a permit or probationary license
under the Graduated Driver License law. |
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New
Jersey Driver Education Bulletin
This
periodic bulletin was developed to establish
direct communication with everyone involved
in teaching new drivers. Bulletins will
focus on changes in the law, future legislation
and hot button topics as well as resources
and programs that are available for driver
educators. |
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New
Jersey Parent/Teen Orientation
Information on the 60-90 minute, facilitated
orientation program that promotes parental
involvement and partnership with teens.
This program is designed to enhance awareness
of the risk for novice drivers and provide
tools that support safe driving behaviors. |
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The
Facts About Teen Driving
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Current teen driving facts and statistics
and an overview of the current Graduated
Driver License (GDL) law are included
in this document, which can be used to
facilitate a discussion with teens and
parents about the importance of safe driving
practices. |
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Say
Yes to Life Contract
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This
contract empowers teens with a powerful
tool to make decisions based on their personal
safety, eliminating peer pressure and judgment.
The agreement between parent and teen, provides
teens with a safe way out of dangerous –
and potentially life threatening –
situations. |
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Free
Parent Access to Teen Driving Records
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New Jersey law allows parents to review
what is on their minor teen’s (under
18 years of age) driving record or “abstract”
free of charge. A verbal overview may
be provided to a parent toll-free by calling
the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
(MVC) at (888) 486-3339 or by visiting
an MVC
agency. A paper copy may be requested
for a $15 fee. |
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When
calling or visiting MVC to request this
information, the parent must supply his/her
and the teen’s full names, dates of
birth, home address and driver license numbers.
The MVC agent will advise you of any accidents,
violations, municipal court and/or MVC administrative
actions, as well as privilege status on
the teen’s record. |
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The
MVC brochure, "How
to Read a Driver History Record Abstract"
will further assist parents in understanding
their teens' driver records. |
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Teen
Driving Parent Resource - Recognizing
that an informed parent plays a key role
in keeping teens and young adults safe on
our roads, this new website, developed by
the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey,
through funding from DHTS, will help to
further educate parents about the risks
associated with teen driving. Relevant legislation,
videos, an interactive teen crash site map,
traffic safety tips, and GDL information
can be found on the site. |
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Safe
Driving: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Teens
- Developed by the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission
and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety,
this guide, when used in conjunction with
the New Jersey Driver Manual and behind-the-wheel
training, will better prepare you and your
teen for the challenges that lie ahead. |
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Driver
Education Teacher Resources
- Developed by the Brain Injury Alliance
of New Jersey for driver education professionals,
this invaluable web site provides the most
recent information and resources on the
GDL, core curriculum standards and a variety
of other important topics. |
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Turning
Point: Roadway Work Zone Safety for New
Drivers - Created by the Federal
Highway Administration, this website focuses
on roadway work zone safety for new drivers.
Information, tips and tools are presented
in three separate sections: For Teens, For
Parents, For Educators. |
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Teen
Driving Web Resources
- Links to websites and pages providing
information on teen driving programs and
initiatives are included on this overview. |
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Randolph
How to Guide - Entitled
"Successfully Bringing the "Alive
at 25" Program to Your Municipality,"
this "How to Guide" was presented
by Joanne Veech and Sgt. Will Yarzab at
Rutgers CAIT 4th Annual Safety Forum on
December 3, 2008. |
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Organ
and Tissue Donation
- This one-page document provides an overview
of the Hero Act, enacted on July 22, 2008
and designed to create a comprehensive
policy regarding organ and tissue donation.
Included in the document is information
on how to register as an organ and tissue
donor when you obtain or renew your driver’s
license. For more information, please
visit www.donatelifenj.org |