PARAGOULD ARKANSAS

Information on Paragould Arkansas Licensing Procedures

We understand that learning to drive can be both exhilirating and daunting, so we've provided this information sheet containing a few things you need to keep in mind to make sure that applying for your Paragould Arkansas driving license is as problem-free as possible. The first thing you should know is that Paragould Arkansas has a three level graduated driver license program for Paragould Arkansas drivers ages 14-18. The three levels are: learner's license, intermediate license, and regular license. Let's delve more deeply into each of these.

Paragould Arkansas Learner's Permit

The Paragould Arkansas learner's permit will allow you to practice driving as long as you have someone 21 years or older in the seat next to you as you learn. Although you won't be able to apply for your first Paragould Arkansas driver license until you're 16, you can get a learner's license once you turn 14. So if you're 14 or older, take the required identification documents to your local revenue office.

You'll receive your Paragould Arkansas learners driver license once you pass the written exam, vision test, and dreaded road test.  However, your Alaska learner's permit, or Alaska graduated drivers license, will expire on your 16^th birthday.

Paragould Arkansas Teen Driver's License: Intermediate and Regular Licenses

If you manage to avoid accidents or serious traffic convictions while driving with your Paragould Arkansas learners permit, you're ready to move to level two, the Paragould Arkansas intermediate license! This Paragould Arkansas license will expire when you turn 18. Keep in mind that all passengers must wear seatbelts while an Paragould Arkansas intermediate license holder is driving. Also, although we know it's tempting, NO cell phones or other interactive wireless devices are allowed.

When you reach 18, your Paragould Arkansas intermediate license will expire and you'll apply for your Paragould Arkansas regular license. However, if you've had a major driving conviction, you'll have to wait exactly one year before you can apply for the Paragould Arkansas regular license. With an Paragould Arkansas regular driver license, you may use a hands-free wireless telephone while driving, but ONLY a hands-free device. 

Paragould Arkansas Teen Driver License Restrictions and Penalties

Driving at any age is a privilege, not a right. Several rules apply regarding your Paragould Arkansas learner's license, Paragould Arkansas intermediate license, or Paragould Arkansas regular drivers license.

Paragould Arkansas learner's permit restrictions:

• ALL passengers must wear seat belts at all times (not just those in front)
  
• No cell phones while driving (except for emergencies)
• You must be accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years or older

Paragould Arkansas intermediate license restrictions:

The Paragould Arkansas intermediate driver license (for drivers between the ages of 16 and 18), comes with a few rules of its own. Mainly, an Paragould Arkansas intermediate license holder cannot drive a vehicle between 11:00PM and 4AM unless:

• you have a parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver 21 or older with you
• you are going to or from your workplace, a school sponsored or religious event
• you are driving for reasons of a family emergency

Also, you cannot drive with more than one "unrelated minor passenger" unless accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older.

Paragould Arkansas Auto Insurance Paragould Arkansas Financial Responsibility Laws

A big part of being a responsible driver is being able to prove financial responsibility for your vehicle. Any vehicle registered in Paragould Arkansas must be covered by liability insurance. The minimum coverage is $25,000 for personal injury and $50,000 for two or more people, and $25,000 for property damage.  Information on fines and insurance restrictions can be found on the Paragould Arkansas insurance department website. Basically, you do not want to drive the streets of Paragould Arkansas in an uninsured vehicle!

Paragould Arkansas Drunk Driving, Cell Phone, and Text Messaging Laws

As a new Paragould Arkansas driver, it's important that you learn and take seriously the Paragould Arkansas drunk driving, cell phone, and text messaging laws.

Paragould Arkansas drunk driving laws:

Upon your first conviction of an Paragould Arkansas DUI, you face:

• imprisonment of 24 hours to 10 days
• public service
• a fine of $150-$1000
• Your license will also be suspended a minimum of 6 months
• The court could also install an ignition interlock device on your car at your expense
• and you may have to take an Alcohol education or treatment program ($125)

Further Paragould Arkansas DUI convictions will result in increased jail time, community service, fines, and Paragould Arkansas license suspension or even Paragould Arkansas license revocation.

Cell phone and text messaging laws:

Drivers who are distracted by cell phone calls and text messaging are a proven safety hazard. Thus, as of July 2009 there are several laws in the Paragould Arkansas legislature aimed at banning or restricting the use of text messaging and cell phones while driving. These include:

• You may not use a cell phone or interactive wireless device while driving if you have an Paragould Arkansas learner's license or Paragould Arkansas intermediate license (until you obtain a regular driver's license, this applies to you)
• ALL Paragould Arkansas license holders are prohibited from using a cell phone (or hands-free device) while transporting children or in school zones
• There is also a ban on text messaging for ALL Paragould Arkansas drivers, regardless of age or license class.

Paragould Arkansas Online Driver Education

The Paragould Arkansas Department of Workforce Education oversees driver education. Their website contains a list of approved Paragould Arkansas online driver education course. You can also check with the Department of Education to find approved driver education classes.