FREE CO Permit Test Resources: Wake Up The Driver Inside You!

You must be at least 15 in order to be eligible for a permit in Colorado. You must be enrolled in a state-approved driver’s education program and have an Affidavit of Completion of a Driver Education Classroom Course.

Yes. If it is your first time applying for a license in the Centennial State, you will need to have:

• Documents that verify your identity. Find a list of acceptable documents here
• Documents that prove you are a Colorado resident
• Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship ( if under 18)
• Affidavit of Completion of Driver Education Classroom Course (if between 15 and 15½)
• Completion of a 4-hour driver awareness program ( if between 15 ½ and 16 years old)

There are three types of permits available in Colorado.

• Driver Education Permit for age 15 – 15 ½
• Driver Awareness Permit for age 15 ½ -16.
• Minor Instruction Permit for ages16 ½ – 21.

Driver’s licenses are issued at local Colorado offices. Find any location at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/Revenue-MV/RMV/1217585327248.

You can contact the main customer service line by calling 303-205-5694.
You can also access the online driver’s license office at http://www.colorado.gov/apps/dor/dmv/smartstart/cardCenter.jsf.

This will be best determined by your age. If you are under 18, your parent will need to sign an Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship. This is usually done in front of an official at the motor vehicle office. Contact a Colorado Motor Vehicle office directly for other options if your legal guardian is unable to bring you.

A motor vehicle office employee will briefly check to see if you have any physical ailments or disabilities that may affect your driving.

Yes. You will have to submit to a vision test.

You will have your picture taken at the Motor Vehicle office when you pass your exam.

This is what you will need to do in order to get a license in Colorado.

• Be at least 16 years old
• Have your permit for at least 12 months
• Complete and sign a Drive Time Log
• Get a 6-hour behind the wheel certificate (if younger than 16 ½)

Now that you have taken the first step in applying for your license and have received your permit, it’s time to prepare for the road test. You should have your learner’s permit at least a year before getting your license. During this time, you must log 50 hours of supervised driving, with 10 of those hours being at night.

The Colorado permit test will come from the manual. There will be questions on the test that can only be answered by knowing manual. Studying improves your chances of success.

You definitely do. You can either:

1. Get 20 hours of training from a state-approved driving school, plus 30 hours of parent-supervised driving
2. Get 50 hours of training by your parent or legal guardian
3. Get 6 hours of training from a state-approved driver’s education course, plus an additional 44 hours of parent-supervised driving.

There are online classroom options for obtaining your permit if you are at least 15 ½ .

Get a manual at your local Motor Vehicle office or easily download it at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Page&childpagename=Revenue-MV%2FRMVDetail&cid=1196845313325&pagename=RMVWrapper.

Yes. It’s the smartest way to ensure you don’t encounter any surprises on the test. Everything that will be on the permit test will be covered in the driver’s manual. Get a copy of your manual at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Page&childpagename=Revenue-MV%2FRMVDetail&cid=1196845313325&pagename=RMVWrapper.

Find a Colorado practice test app available at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dmv-genius-free-permit-practice/id513850893?mt=8.

Here’s a glimpse at some sample questions that may be on the Colorado permit test:

• “When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates you _________?”
• “You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can’t find the owner. You must______?”
• “If you approach an intersection without a stop sign or signals, you__________?”

Just like many other states, the Colorado permit test is computerized. You must score at least 80% correct in order to pass.

Find awesome (yet FREE!) practice tests right here, on this page – just scroll up and click on any of the CO permit practice tests!

You will go to a Colorado Motor Vehicle location to take your permit test. Find a location near you at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/Revenue-MV/RMV/1217585327248.

Here are some things you may want to do that other successful applicants have done the night before:

• Gather all required documents
• Take another practice test
• Review the manual again
• Relax and get a good night’s sleep.

Studies have proven that those who prepare themselves were much more likely to pass the first time. Make sure that you are ready.

You can tell you are ready for your exam when you are familiar with:

• Express Consent, Alcohol and Drug Laws
• Traffic Controls and Right of Way Laws
• Rules about following other Vehicles and Entering the Expressway
• Large Trucks and Aggressive Driving Behavior

So, you’ve studied for the Colorado permit test and now you’re ready for the exam. Gather your necessary documents such as your birth certificate, social security card, and proof of residency and go to your nearest Colorado Motor Vehicle office to take your permit test.

You will find offices located throughout Colorado. A list of locations can be found at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/Revenue-MV/RMV/1217585327248.

Get a permit in Colorado when….

• You can provide Proof of Identification
• You can provide a Social Security Number
• You have an Affidavit of Completion of a Driver’s Education Classroom Course (if 15 – 15 ½ )
• You have documentation indicating you have completed a 4-hour driver awareness program approved by the department ( if 15 ½ – 16 years old)
• You can provide proof of address (if a minor, your parent can show id with the address on it)
• You can pass the written and vision tests

Be sure to bring:

• Proof of identity
• Social Security Number
• Signed Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship
• Affidavit of Completion of a Driver’s Education Classroom Course (if 15 – 15 ½ )
• Documentation of a completed 4-hour driver awareness program (if 15 ½ – 16 years old)
• Proof of address (if a minor, your parent can show id with the address on it)

The fee for a Colorado permit is $14.

If you are under 18, your parent will need to sign an Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship. This is usually done in front of an official at the motor vehicle office. Contact a Colorado Motor Vehicle office directly for other options if your legal guardian is unable to bring you.

To get a good shot at passing your Colorado permit test, know everything in the manual including:

• How to respond in emergency situations
• Proper turning lanes
• Road Signs
• Safe driving practices

There are 25 multiple choice questions on the permit test.

You’ll be given your grade when you are finished. You must score 80% or above in order to pass.

The Colorado permit test has 25 multiple choice questions. You are expected to answer 20 out of 25 correctly. Don’t miss more than 5.

The first mistake is usually made by not studying the manual and taking the practice tests. Other mistakes you should definitely avoid include:

• Mistaking the meaning of road markings
• Unfamiliar of what to do in emergency situations
• Unfamiliar with rural and mountain driving precautions

Nice try, but there will be no manuals available during the permit test.

You are not required to take a drug test in Colorado.

Be sure that you visit a driver’s license location that offers permit tests. Save yourself the hassle and avoid Mondays and Fridays. These are the busiest days. Find a list of offices at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/Revenue-MV/RMV/1217585327248.

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If you fail your permit test, you will have the opportunity to take it again the next day.

No worries…..if you fail your permit test, you can take it again as early as the next day. There may be certain restrictions. You may have to wait a little longer if you get more than half of them wrong.

If you are under 16, you may only drive with the person who signed your Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship. If you are older than 16, you may drive with a Colorado licensed driver 21 or older.

You may only drive with a certified driving instructor or the person who signed your Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship.

You are always encouraged to drive on various road situations in order to gain good experience. Just remember to always drive with a certified instructor the person who signed your Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship.

Once you achieve step 1, which is obtaining your permit, you must hold it for at least 12 months. During your 12 month wait, you are responsible for getting at least 50 hours of behind the wheel training. Here are the options for that training: You can either:

1. Get 20 hours of training from a state-approved driving school, plus 30 hours of parent-supervised driving
2. Get 50 hours of training by your parent or legal guardian
3. Get 6 hours of training from a state-approved driver’s education course, plus an additional 44 hours of parent-supervised driving.

There are all sorts of things you should be doing in order to prepare for your road test. A good trainer will go over all that you need to practice. Some things you should practice include:

• Starting and stopping smoothly.
• Making proper lane changes
• Signaling at the appropriate times
• Navigating an intersection

You are encouraged to drive in a variety of situations and conditions. Begin in your local area then branch out into other areas. You must always make certain that you are driving with the person who signed your affidavit. In some cases, that person can designate another supervising licensed driver age 21 or older to accompany you.

Here is a link to a list of driving schools in Colorado. The list is usually updated monthly. http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Page&childpagename=Revenue-MV%2FRMVDetail&cid=1186129986882&pagename=RMVWrapper.

You will need to take:

• Your permit
• $21 license fee
• A registered and insured vehicle
• Drive Time Log Sheet

The Colorado road test is based on the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators and will be divided into 3 categories:

• PERCEPTUAL: You will be judged on your ability to interpret traffic.
• PERCEPTUAL – MOTOR: You will be judged on your ability to drive and respond to traffic stimuli.
• ATTENTION SHARING: You will be judged on your ability to do more than one performance at the same time such as steer, control speed and watch traffic.

The night before your road test can be used as one last practice run before your road test. After your last practice, get some rest and look forward to the next day.

Road tests in most locations are given by appointment only. You will have to check your individual location in order to find out. Road test appointments are scheduled close together so you must be on time.

Go to your local Colorado Motor Vehicle office. Some locations require scheduled appointments. Find a list of locations at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Page&cid=1217585327978&pagename=Revenue-MV%2FRMVLayout.

No. You are responsible for supplying your own car.

The person who signed your Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship should bring you.

Your driving test will be scored based upon how well you:

• Make left and right turns
• Stop at intersections
• Go through intersections
• Make lane changes in traffic
• Merge into traffic

You definitely want to avoid these 3 mistakes when taking the driving test.

1. Do not cross stop line or cross walk at stop signs.
2. Do not suddenly accelerate.
3. Do not forget to look at the traffic environment before changing lanes or making turns.

You will have to demonstrate good driving habits. You will have to:

• Change lanes
• Go through intersections
• Watch for pedestrians
• Make left and right turns

No.

Yes, if you normally use corrective lenses. You will feel confident knowing you can see clearly during the road test.

Only your examiner will be allowed in the car with you.

If you receive proper practice, you should not fail your test several times. If you fail the test, you must wait one business day before taking it again, unless the examiner thinks you need more time.

A Colorado driver’s license costs $21.

You’ll be given a temporary paper license that will be valid for 30 days.

New drivers under 18 cannot ride with any passenger under 21 for the first 6 months after having the license. During your first year with your license, you cannot drive between midnight and 5 a.m.

There are a few things to keep in mind when driving in Colorado for the first time:

• Be on the lookout for deer strikes
• Watch out for mountain and curve roads.
• Remember that speed limits are for dry conditions so be careful when the weather is unfavorable.

Colorado drivers must carry liability and no – fault insurance. You must have proof of insurance with you at all times. Minimum amount of coverage is $25,000 per injured person, $50,000 per accident, and $15,000 for property damage.

Most insurance companies want basic information from you. They want the vehicle information such as year, make, model, and mileage. They will also want your name, address and driving record.

A recent study showed that 78% of automobile drivers in Colorado were overpaying for coverage. Be sure that you weigh your options and use any discounts available based on age, driving record, location and driver’s education.

Here’s a list of the top 5 car insurance companies in Colorado based on price, and overall customer satisfaction.

1. Allstate
2. Amica Mutual
3. AAA
4. 21st Century
5. Encompass

Car insurance companies base their rates on different factors. Typically, younger drivers have more expensive coverage because they carry a higher accident risk.

You may take your road test again at the next available appointment time.

If you fail your road test, the examiner will tell you why. You will then need to go and practice on those skills. You can return at the next available appointment time to try again.

The time has come for you to renew. Here is a list of what you should do:

• Present old license
• Provide proof of residence
• Pass the vision test
• Pay the renewal fee
• Get fingerprinted
• Get photographed

You have 3 options for renewing your Colorado license.

• In person
• By Mail
• Online

Yes.

No. All you have to do is present your current license and provide proof of Colorado residence.

Yes, your permit is valid in Colorado. If you are at least 16 and have had your permit for a year or more, you are eligible to take one road test for your license. If you are under 18, you will need to complete a Drive Time Log sheet.

As long as your license is valid and you are not a Colorado resident, you may use your out- of- state license.

If you want a license in Colorado, you will have to:

• Pass the written test
• Pass a vision test
• Present proper ID
• Present proof of Colorado address
• Pass the road test

The answer to most of your questions and concerns can be found on the Colorado Motor Vehicle website at http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/Revenue-MV/RMV/1177024843078.

You must be at least 15 in order to be eligible for a permit in Colorado. You must be enrolled in a state-approved driver’s education program and have an Affidavit of Completion of a Driver Education Classroom Course.

The legal limit is .08% if you are over 21 and .02% if you are under 21. If you are lawfully stopped, all drivers in Colorado must consent to testing the alcohol content of their blood or breath.