Title 2 Transportation

Driver Services

2214 Waiver of Written Examinations for Certain New Residents (Formerly Reg. No. 84)

Whereas, most states require a written examination prior to the issuance of a driver's license to a new applicant; and

Whereas, these written examinations are basically the same in content for rules of the road; and

Whereas, innovative measures must be explored to reduce workloads and continue to provide good customer service; and

Whereas, the new Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL) law will require much of our licensing staff's time to administer lengthy written tests;

The following policy is adopted effective March 1, 1990:

1.0

The written examination shall be waved for new residents moving into Delaware (including military personnel being discharged and remaining in Delaware) provided.

1. 1.1 A valid driver's license from another state is surrendered at the time of application for license; and
2. 1.2 The applicant appears to be physically able to operate a motor vehicle; and
3. 1.3 The applicant is not currently suspended or revoked in any jurisdiction.

2.0

The policy does not apply to a licensed driver from another country.

3.0

The Division reserves the right to administer a written test and/or a road skills test subject to the Examiner's discretion.