1. (1) The division may issue a CDIP to a person who:

   1. (a) is 18 years of age or older;
   2. (b) holds a valid license;
   3. (c) has at least one year of driving experience; and
   4. (d) has passed the vision and knowledge test for the class of license for which the person is applying.
2. (2) The division may issue a CDIP only for a period not to exceed 180 days.

3. (3) The holder of a CDIP may drive a commercial motor vehicle on a highway only when accompanied by a person who:

   1. (a)

      1. (i) holds a CDL valid for the class and endorsements of commercial motor vehicle driven; or
      2. (ii) is certified by the division to administer driver licensing examinations to CDL applicants; and

   2. (b) occupies a seat beside the individual for the purpose of:

      1. (i) giving the driver instruction regarding the driving of the commercial motor vehicle; or
      2. (ii) administering a driver licensing examination to a CDL applicant.

4. (4) A CDL or CDIP may not be issued to a person:

   1. (a) subject to disqualification from driving a commercial motor vehicle; or
   2. (b) whose license is suspended, revoked, or canceled in any state.
5. (5) A CDL or CDIP may not be issued to a person until the person has surrendered all license certificates the person holds to the division for cancellation.

Amended by Chapter 175, 2016 General Session