Steps to Obtaining a Driver’s License

The DLD is the Drivers License Division

  • OBTAIN A LEARNER’S PERMIT
  • Pass the 50 question written knowledge test.  80% is passing
    • Utah Driver Handbook is available at ZeroFatalities.com/learner-permit
    • Hand book is also available at the school in Mrs. Keel’s office
      • If an applicant does not pass the written knowledge test within three attempts, a new application should be submitted with a $19.00 fee.
  • Must be at 15 years old.
  • Pass the vision test
  • Documentation you will need at the DLD:
    •  test completion certificate, birth certificate, social security card, two forms of proof of address
  • Cost $19
  • Teens under the age of 18 must have a permit for a minimum of 6 months before applying for a drivers license.
  • Teens must be at least 16 before applying for a drivers license
  • Permit valid for 18 months
  • DRIVER EDUCATION CLASS
  • ROAD INSTRUCTION & TEST
  • After 40 hrs. of road practice are complete, pay the $100 driving fee.  
  • Instructors: Tracy Keel and Jeremy Teeples
  • School months:  after school (2:40 PM). Summer months –mornings
  • 6 hours with instructor
  • Pass road exam- with a different instructor than the driving test, pass with 80%
  • ONLINE SAFETY EXAM   (see below)
  • Pass the online safety test with 100%
  • https://secure.utah.gov/dlexams/
  • Driver License Division- TO GET LICENSE
  • Schedule an appointment with the DLD https://dld.utah.gov/offices.
    • The DLD already has your proof of identification.  You will need your permit, parent and $39.00. 
  • Fill out application /eye exam
  • Pay $39