Frequently Asked Questions

To find out whether or not you are required to attend a motorcycle course, contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Vision at 334-242-4400. You can also speak to a customer service agent at a local DPS office, or send a written letter to the Department:

Driver License PO Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

For more information: How to Apply for a Motorcycle License in Alabama

The state of Alabama requires all motorcycle driving licensed riders to wear a helmet. You must have head gear on that meets the Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. You may also choose to wear gloves and ear buds to protect your hands and your ears from loud, outside noise. The Alabama Department of Public Safety also advises motorcycle riders wear layers of protective clothing to help avoid serious injury in the event of a crash.

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No, the state of Alabama makes it mandatory for commercial drivers to visit a local Department of Public Safety for drivers license renewal. Prior to heading to a nearby DPS office, make sure to bring the proper form of payment with you for applicable fees, along with any required documentation.

If you have a hazmat endorsement on your Alabama commercial driving license, you may need to fulfill additional requirements such as the following:

• A background check
• Fingerprint collecting

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In Alabama, you must take your written drivers test in person at your local AL DPS office. Schedule an appointment in advance to avoid long waiting times or any delay. An appointment can be made up to two weeks ahead of time. Your written test will consist of the following subjects:

• Traffic laws
• Road signs and rules
• Safe driving

At the time of your text, you will be required to pay a small fee of $5 (may vary). Checks are not accepted as a form of payment.

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If you have been issued an AL CDL license for interstate commerce, then you are legally authorized to operate a commercial vehicle from state to state. However, you must abide by the road rules and DMV regulations of whichever location you are traveling through. Additionally, your Alabama license must be valid and current in order to operate a CDL vehicle.

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Yes, you are required to obtain a motorcycle license endorsement in Alabama. Motorcycle licenses are required when operating a motor vehicle that has a seat or saddle for a rider and does not have more than three wheels. This does not include a tractor.

The state regards a moped as a motor-driven cycle. A motor-driven cycle restricted license can be obtained by riders who are at least 14 years old, and it is good for four years. Once you have reached the age of 14, you can exchange this restricted license for a regular motorcycle license

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In Mississippi, if you are in the process of getting drivers permit, you must present completion of a drivers ed course. You can do this in one of two ways:

1. Fulfill 30 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction and have your parent or legal guardian sign the form provided by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) that certifies your driving log.
2. Complete a State Department of Education (SDE) approved drivers ed course and submit the form provided by the Department.

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The state of Alabama now offers a veteran designation on a drivers license. You must be able to present proof of military service and discharge at the time of your application. To inquire about a veteran notation on your identification card, call the Alabama Department of Public Safety at 334-242-4400. You can also speak to a customer service representative at a DPS location for further clarification.

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The process of how to get a CDL license in Alabama involves visiting a DPS branch and completing these steps:

• Pass a written knowledge exam.
• Pass a vision test.
• Pass a CDL road skills test.

Depending on the CDL endorsement you are applying for, you may be required to take more than one knowledge exam. For example, a hazmat endorsement on your CDL license requires the applicant to undergo a background check and fingerprint collecting as well.

You must also be prepared to present certain documentation, such as proof of identity, proof of Social Security Number and your current DOT medical certificate. The application process is finalized with the proper payment for your AL CDL application fee.

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Alabama follows a Graduated Driver Licensing program that consists of three different stages:

• Learners Permit (Stage I)
• Restricted License (Stage II)
• Regular License (Stage III)

To get a learners permit in Alabama, you must be at least 15. Upon visiting an AL DPS branch, you will be asked to:

• Pass a written knowledge exam.
• Submit payment for the license fee.

When getting your restricted drivers license, which you can only do so at 16, the following must be completed:

• Pass a road skills test
• Submit payment for the license fee

Once you have reached 17 and have maintained your restricted license for at least six months, you can then apply for a standard license.

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In order to obtain an Alabama motorcycle license, you must visit a local DPS office for instructions. You will need to bring proper documentation, as well as payment for the application fee.

If you are 14, you may apply for a special, restricted permit that allows you to operate a motor-driven cycle only. This license will be good for four years. Once you have reached the age of 16, you can switch your license to a standard class M.

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In order to get an ID card replacement, an Alabama resident must visit a nearby Department of Public Safety branch. Make sure to bring the following documents with you for issuance of a STAR ID:

• Proof of Social Security Number
• Proof of identity and date of birth
• Two proofs of Alabama residency
• Legal status in the United States

You will also need to submit payment for any necessary fees.

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After you have received your AL learner s permit, the next step of the Graduated Driver Licensing program will require you to apply for a restricted license. Once you have reached the age of 16, you can update your license to this version. Take note that applying for a restricted license will require you to pass a road skills test, therefore it is important to study the Alabama Driver Manual and take the Practice Test ahead of time. If you are 16 years old, you must have a parent or legal guardian physically present at the time of your test.

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Alabama does not offer the option to renew your identification card online or by mail. Instead, you are required to visit a nearby Department of Public Safety office for the renewal. Payment in the amount of $36.25 will be required for the ID fee. This cost is subject to vary without notice. To find an office near you for the Alabama ID card renewal, visit this link.

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To renew your commercial drivers license medical report, you must visit a certified medical examiner for an appointment and update your records. Your medical certificate can be submitted in a number of ways, including in person, by mail, fax or email.

By Mail:

Alabama DPS Driver License Division CDL Unit, PO Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

Fax: 334-353-1980

Email: cdlmedicalmerger@dps.alabama.gov

Online: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency website

If you do not keep your medical certification information up to date, you may face the cancellation of your Alabama commercial driving license.

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In Alabama, you have the option to renew motorcycle licenses online or in person. If you choose to renew online, you will only be able to do so once every eight years. In some instances, such as for individuals in the military, you may be eligible to renew by mail when you submit the proper $36.25 fee (may vary) to this address:

Driver License Unit PO Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

To renew in person, visit a Department of Public Safety office or Probate Judge in your area.

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If you are a serviceman or servicewoman in the military, the requirements for getting a motorcycle license will be the same as it is for any other individual. Applicants must make a visit to their local Department of Public Safety branch with the proper documents in hand, along with payment for a license fee. You must present two forms of identification, one of which must have a photograph. Proof of your Social Security Number will also be required.

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In order to apply for a standard drivers license, you must first have held your Alabama permit for driving, followed by your restricted license for a certain period of time. These time frames are listed below:

• Learner s Permit (Stage 1) Must be at least 15
• Restricted License (Stage II) Must be at least 16
• Standard License Must be at least 17 and have held your restricted license for at least six months. However, if you are 18, you can apply for a standard license right away.

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With questions about how long it takes to receive a new identification card, contact the Alabama Department of Public Safety. When you apply for ID cards, you may also speak to a customer service representative in person and inquire more. No appointment is necessary for ID card requests.

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In Alabama, your commercial driving license must be renewed every four years in person at a Department of Public Safety branch. At the time of your appointment, make sure to have payment ready for any applicable fees.

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If you are a military member, you have the option to request an Alabama duplicate ID card by mail. Get in touch with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Division at 334-242-4400. You may also reach them by mail when writing to the address below:

Driver License PO Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

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In Alabama, you can begin the process of applying for a commercial driving license when you are 18. However, in order to engage in interstate commerce (across state lines), you must be at least 21. Other requirements for a CDL license include passing the following tests:

• Vision test
• Written knowledge exam
• CDL road skills test

Your road skills test will consist of three sections:

1. Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection
2. Basic Vehicle Control
3. On-Road Testing

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The state of Alabama allows individuals as young as 14 to apply for a restricted motorcycle driving license, known as the motor-driven cycle license. This particular license is issued to individuals who are between the ages of 14 and 15. You must be able to show proof that you are enrolled in school or have graduated. Proof of identity, along with a Social Security card and payment for a testing fee will also be required. personal checks are accepted for payment.

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Alabama has six types of endorsements for commercial licenses:

• H endorsement Haztmat
• X endorsement Hazmat and Tank
• S endorsement School buses
• T endorsement Double/triple trailers
• P endorsement Passenger vehicles
• N endorsement Tank vehicles

In order to obtain a commercial driving license, you must make an in-person visit at your local DPS office.

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A new Alabama DMV ID card costs a $36.25 fee. Be aware that checks are not accepted as a method of payment. Applying for an ID card will require you to stop by your local DPS branch with payment and proper documentation.

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Alabama driving restrictions vary, depending on the type of drivers license you currently hold. See the restrictions for each stage below:

• Learners Permit A driver with this license is only authorized to drive with a parent, legal guardian or licensed driver who is 21 or older in the vehicle with them. The passenger must be seated in the front seat, next to the driver.
• Restricted License A driver with this license is only authorized to drive between midnight and 6 a.m. with a parent, legal guardian or licensed driver who is 21 or older in the vehicle with them. You are also allowed to drive during these hours if you are going to a school function, religious event, to and from work or for medical/emergency purposes.

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When applying for your AL CDL license, submit these documents related to the medical certifications:

• Self-Certification Affidavit
• DOT medical card/certificate (if applicable)
• Medical waiver (if applicable)

Your current medical card/certificate must be listed in your DMV records before you can be issued a CDL license. You can choose to mail your medical certificate to the address below:

Alabama DPS Driver License Division CDL Unit, PO Box 1471 Montgomery, AL 36102-1471

For more information: Alabama Commercial Driver s License Application

Drivers with a learner s permit in Alabama who receive traffic ticket fines will be required to hold the learner s permit for an additional six months (or until they turn 18 years old, whichever is first) before they can apply for a full license. A repeat conviction will result in a 60 day drivers license suspension.

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It is Alabama state law to have a motorcycle license to operate a vehicle with a seat or saddle and has three wheels or less.

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When applying for a drivers permit, an Alabama resident needs to submit proof of completing a drivers ed course. Additionally, you must have your parent or legal guardian enter his or her signature on the drivers license application to confirm consent is given. Before your request can be processed, you will also need to submit payment for the appropriate fees. Alabama currently charges a fee of $36.25 for a Stage I or Stage II license. This cost is subject to change without notice.

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If you are applying for a motor-driven cycle license, you need to have the following with you:

• U.S. birth certificate or Alabama ID card
• Another proof of ID
• Proof of school enrollment or graduation (if you are 15)
• Social Security card
• Payment for $5 testing fee (may vary)
• Payment for license, $36.25 (may vary)

If you are applying for an AL class M motorcycle license, the following must be presented:

• Two forms of ID, one of which must contain a photo. If you do not have proof of photo ID, you will be required to submit three identification documents instead.
• Proof of school enrollment or graduation (if you are younger than 19)
• Proof of car insurance and car registration (for applicants who are 18 or older)
• Social Security card
• Payment for license, $36.25 (may vary)

For more information: How to Apply for a Motorcycle License in Alabama

In Alabama, if you have never been issued a drivers license before and are under the age of 16, you will first be required to obtain a motor-driven cycle license. Before you are issued a regular AL motorcycle license, you will need to pass a vision test, a knowledge exam and a road skills test. However, if you are an out-of-state licensed driver moving to Alabama, you can switch to a motorcycle license by presenting the necessary documentation, including your current license to drive.

For more information: How to Apply for a Motorcycle License in Alabama

Commercial drivers in AL are prohibited from operating a CDL vehicle if their BAC is .04 percent or more. If you are convicted of a first-time DUI, your commercial driving license will be suspended for at least a year. This suspension period is increased to at least three years if you have an Alabama CDL license with a hazmat endorsement. By Alabama law, you must notify your employer of your conviction within 30 days. There may also be additional penalties that will apply.

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An ID card is a government-issued document for non-drivers, mainly used for identity purposes. A standard Alabama identification card contains information such as the following:

• Your name
• Your residential address
• Your date of birth
• Your ID card number
• Your physical description
• Any restrictions
• Date of issuance

For more information: How to Apply for an Alabama Identification Card

To get details about the passing score, contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Bureau at 332-242-4400. When preparing for the test, the following sections:

• Safe driving
• Road signs and rules
• Traffic laws

Upon passing this test and paying the required fee, you will be issued an AL driving permit. Study.

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If you are 15 and applying for an Alabama learning permit, the state will require you to complete a written knowledge exam. You must pass this test in order to be issued a learner s permit.

To get a restricted license, you must be at least 16 or older. As part of the Stage II requirements in the Graduated Driver Licensing program, you will need to pass a road skills test. This test must be conducted in person at a DMV office, and your parent or legal guardian is required to be physically present if you are 16. Drivers who are 17 or older do not need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at the time of a road skills test.

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To be issued a CDL license, you are required to pass a couple of examinations, such as:

• Written knowledge exam
• CDL road skills test
• Vision test

If you apply for a CDL license with a hazmat endorsement, you will also need to comply with the following:

• Be subject to a background check
• Submit to fingerprint collecting

You must be a legal resident of the United States in order to apply for a hazmat endorsement.

For more information: Alabama Commercial Driver s License Application

In order to find out when your Alabama ID card will expire, review the expiration date on the document. The state s ID card will be good for a period of four years. The Alabama Department of Public Safety allows residents to renew their identification cards 60 days before it expires. You are also be given a grace period of 60 days after the expiration date to renew the ID card and not face any penalties.

For more information: How to Apply for an Alabama Identification Card

In Alabama, you can visit any DPS office, Probate Judge or License Commissioner Office for the issuance of a DMV ID card. You must have certain documents on hand to prove your identity, Social Security Number, legal status in the country and residency in Alabama.

For more information: How to Apply for an Alabama Identification Card

When applying for your restricted license (Stage II), your parent or legal guardian will be required to give consent as part of the step-by-step process. If you are 16, a parent or legal guardian must also be present at the time of your road test. Additionally, you must be able to supply your own vehicle when taking the test. Contact the Alabama Department of Public Safety at 332-242-4400 for further information about your application.

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