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Alabama DPS Practice Tests

A driver's license is a privilege, not a right. Earn that privilege with our practice tests and driver's manual. Get your driver's license in no time with the Alabama permit practice test and the Alabama driver's license renewal practice test.

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Alabama DPS Driving Test Info

Who has to take the written test?

Anyone who is getting their driver's license for the first time must pass the written test. Teens can take the test if they are at least 17 years old and have held a driving permit for at least 6 months.

Do I have to Take the written test when Renewing?

You do not have to retake the written test when you renew your license unless it has been expired for more than 3 years.

h3>If you're new to state are you required to take the written test?

Who has to take the on-road driving test?

If you hold a valid driver's license from another state, or a license that has not been expired for more than 1 year, then you are not required to take either part (written or on-road) of the driver's examination.

Anyone who is getting their driver's license for the first time must pass both the written and driving tests. Additionally, anyone who has a driver's license that has been expired for more than 3 years is required to re-pass both test in order to renew it.

How many questions are on the written test?

There are 30 questions on the test.

How many questions must you get right?

You must answer at least 24 questions correctly in order to pass.

If you fail when can you retake the test?

You are permitted to take the written test twice per business day.

How many times can you retake the test?

There is no limit on the number of times you can retake the test.

Alabama DPS Motorcycle Permit Test Info

What are the Motorcycle Permit age limits?

You must be at least 16 years of age in order to apply for a motorcycle license. If you are under 18 years of age you must also have parental consent.

How many questions are on the test?

There are 25 questions on the test.

How many must you get correct to pass?

You must answer at least 20 questions correctly in order to pass.

Motorcyle Permit Resctictions

You cannot drive on highways, drive during hours of darkness, or carry any passengers.

Do you need to take an on-road motorcycle driving test?

Yes, you are required to pass a practical on-road motorcycle skill test in order to get your motorcycle license.

Are there any other state specific age requirements or restrictions for motorcycles?

You can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit if you are at least 14 years old, which will carry a ?B? restriction limiting the driver to operation of motor-drive cycles only.

What are the helmet laws in Alabama?

All operators and passengers of a motorcycle are required to wear a protective helmet meeting state-approved safety standards at all times while operating or riding on the motorcycle, regardless of their age.

Alabama Watercraft Written Safety Test Info

Boaters in Alabama are required to be licensed and must pass a written test administered by the Alabama Department of Public Safety driver's licensing office in their county of residence in order to receive a boating license.

Who has to take the test?

All boaters born after April 28, 1954 who are of legal age must be licensed in order to operate a boat or other watercraft on Alabama waterways. The minimum age to receive a boating license is 12, but boaters under 14 must be accompanied and directly supervised by a licensed boat operator who is at least 21 years old. Additionally, boaters also have the option of taking an online safety course offered by either Boat-Ed.com or BoaterExam.com.

You do not have to take the written test if you meet one of the following requirements:
1. Were born prior to April 28 1954 and present proof of age exemption
2. Hold a valid US Coast Guard motorboat operator's license
3. Have a certificate of completion from one of the following courses:

  • US Power Squadron Boating Course
  • US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Course
  • Alabama Marine Police ?Boat Alabama' classroom course.

  • 4. Complete a state-approved online boating course from:
  • Boat-Ed.com
  • BoaterExam.com
  • How many questions are on the test?

    The online safety courses generally have 60 questions on the test.

    How many must you get correct to pass?

    You must answer at least 70% (42 questions) on the online test correctly in order to pass.