Iowa Driver's License Manual

Iowa Driver's Manual and study guides

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Section 1 - The Driver's License

	Who needs a license?
	Vision
	Knowledge Test
	Driving Test
	Proof of Age and Identity
	Social Security Number
	Certification of Iowa Residency and Residential Address
	Types of Driver's Licenses
	Graduated Driver's License
	Class C - Operator (Non-commercial)
	Class D - Chauffeur (Non-commercial)
	Class M - Motorcycle
	Motorcycle Instruction Permit - Restriction 1
	Operator Instruction Permit - Class C Restriction 2
	Chauffeur's Instruction Permit - Restriction 4
	Moped License - Restriction 5
	Minor's Restricted License - Restriction 6
	Minor's School License - Restriction 7
	Commercial Learner's Permit
	Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
	Restricted Commercial Driver's License
	License Renewal
	Additional License Information
	Change of Address
	Name Changes
	Driver Education
	Duplicates, Replacements and Validations
	License Number
	License and Permit Possession
	Military Service
	Organ Donor/Medical Alert
	Medical Advance Directive
	Voter Registration
	Driver's Privacy Protection Act
	Special Restrictions
	Selective Service Registration
	Summary Chart of License Expiration Dates
	Summary Chart of License Types

Section 2 - Traffic Signs and Rules of the Road

	Traffic Signs
	Warning Signs
	Regulation Signs
	Slow Moving Vehicle Sign
	Guide Signs
	Service Signs
	Route Signs
	Traffic Signals
	Railroad Crossings
	Road Work Zones
	Pavement Markings and Other Lane Controls
	When to Yield the Right-of-Way
	School Buses
	Parking
	Approaching Stationary Emergency or Maintenance Vehicles
	Cell Phones and Texting While Driving

Section 3 - Safe Driving Tips

	Basic Driving
	Proper Turning Techniques
	Signal When You Slow Down
	Hand Signals
	Appropriate Speed
	Closed Cars on a Hot Day
	Bad Weather Driving
	Space to Cross or Enter
	Passing.
	Defensive Driving
	Avoiding/Minimizing Accidents
	Changing Lanes
	Backing
	Night Driving
	Rural Road Driving
	Communicating - Headlights, Horn and Emergency Signals.
	Blind Spots
	Sharing the Road
	Interstate Driving
	Driving Safely in Traffic
	Economizing
	Roundabouts
	Handling Emergencies
	Before You Drive - Vehicle Maintenance and Equipment

Section 4 - Protecting Your Driving Privileges

	Unlawful Use of Your License
	Cancellation
	Suspension
	Mandatory Revocations
	Barred (Habitual Offender)
	Moving Violations
	Reinstatement
	OWI - Operating While Drugged or Intoxicated
	Open Container Law
	Civil Penalty (Victim Reparation)
	Accidents - Financial Responsibility and Reporting Requirements
	How to Avoid Suspension Following an Accident
	Methods of Proving Financial Responsibility
	Out-of-State Convictions
	Work Permits (Temporary Restricted Licenses)

Section 5 - Be in Shape to Drive

	Alcohol and Drugs
	Persons with Disabilities Parking Identification Permits
	Seat belts and Child Restraints

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