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Mississippi permit test: permits, licenses, suspension and insurance

Learner's permit and intermediate/Class R license rules, restrictions, required documents in the car, minimum insurance, suspension, revocation and reinstatement. 21 questions, 10 at a time, starting with ones you haven't seen.

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  1. You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a Regular Learner's Permit in Mississippi. (p. 13, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  2. A permit holder under 17 must keep the Learner's Permit for one year before upgrading to a Regular Driver's License. (p. 13, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  3. A permit holder may drive only with a licensed driver aged 21 or older sitting in the seat next to them. (p. 13, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  4. Your Computerized Exam score is good for two years. (p. 13, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  5. You must always have your driver's license with you while operating a motor vehicle. (p. 15, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  6. Holding an out-of-state driver's license for at least six months is one way to qualify for a Mississippi Class R license. (p. 15, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  7. The affidavit certifies that a parent, teacher, or guardian has watched you drive for at least 50 hours. (p. 17, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  8. New residents must get a Mississippi license plate within thirty days. (p. 75, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  9. Mississippi requires at least $25,000 of coverage for property damage of others in any single accident. (p. 76, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))
  10. Three reckless driving convictions within a twelve-month period mean the Commissioner must revoke your license. (p. 80, Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024) (opens the handbook))

Taken from the explanations to checked practice questions; page numbers link to the official handbook.

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Sample permits, licenses, suspension and insurance questions

  1. 1.You passed the Computerized Exam to get your permit. When would you have to take it again to get your regular license?

    • ANever; one passing score lasts for life
    • BIf you apply more than 6 months after passing
    • CEvery time you visit a license station
    • DIf you apply more than 2 years after passing
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    ✓ D. If you apply more than 2 years after passing

    Your Computerized Exam score is good for two years. If you wait longer than that to apply for your regular license, you must retake the exam.

    Source: Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024), page 13

  2. 2.A driver is convicted of failing to stop and give aid after a crash. How long must the state revoke the license?

    • A5 years
    • B6 months
    • C30 days
    • D1 year
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    ✓ D. 1 year

    Failing to stop and render aid after a crash is one of the convictions that requires revocation for one year.

    Source: Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024), page 80

  3. 3.An officer stops you. Your insurance card is at home, but your insurer's digital card is on your phone. Can you use it?

    • AYes, proof shown on a phone is accepted
    • BOnly if the officer agrees to call your insurer
    • CNo, you must mail proof within 30 days
    • DNo, only a printed card is accepted
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    ✓ A. Yes, proof shown on a phone is accepted

    You may show proof of insurance electronically by displaying it on a cell phone or other device.

    Source: Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024), page 76

  4. 4.You have no permit or license, but your licensed father is in the passenger seat. May you drive on a public street?

    • AYes, but only during daylight hours
    • BYes, because a licensed parent is with you
    • CNo, you need your own permit or license
    • DNo, unless the street has a low speed limit
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    ✓ C. No, you need your own permit or license

    Driving without your own valid license or permit is illegal, even when a parent or licensed driver rides with you.

    Source: Mississippi Driver's License Manual (Revised December 2024), page 10