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191 Cards in this Set
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What type of sign is RED? |
prohibitive |
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What type of sign is WHITE? |
regulatory |
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What type of sign is YELLOW-ORANGE? |
warning |
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What type of sign is ORANGE? |
road work |
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What type of sign is FLUORESCENT YELLOW-GREEN? |
schools |
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What type of sign is GREEN? |
guidance or informational |
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What type of sign is BROWN? |
historic, cultural, recreational |
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What type of sign is BLUE?
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motorist services |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
regulatory |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
yield |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
stop |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
school |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
railroad |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
warning |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
railroad crossing |
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What type of sign is this shape? |
guide |
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Where do you have to stop for a stop sign? |
At marked stop line or crosswalk, or before unmarked crossing area |
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What does this sign mean? |
4-way intersection ahead |
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What does this sign mean? |
T intersection ahead |
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What does this sign mean? |
right curve ahead; suggested speed 35 mph |
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What does this sign mean? |
Sharp right turn ahead |
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What does this sign mean? |
two-way traffic ahead |
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What does this sign mean? |
divided highway begins |
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What does this sign mean? |
divided highway ends |
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What does this sign mean? |
advisory speed |
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What does this sign mean? |
sharp change in road direction |
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What does this sign mean? |
roundabout ahead |
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What does this sign mean? |
lane ends soon |
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What type of route is this? |
interstate |
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What type of route is this? |
U.S. route |
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What type of route is this? |
state route (Oregon) |
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What is a safety corridor? |
stretch of highway with unusually high number of accidents: pay extra attention! |
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What do you do at a signal that is out of power? |
stop as if it were a stop sign for all directions |
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When can you turn on a steady red light? |
- right on a two-way street - right or left (the direction of traffic) on a one-way street |
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What does a flashing red light mean? |
same as a stop sign
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What does a flashing yellow light mean? |
slow down and proceed with caution |
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What does a steady red arrow mean? |
STOP. Same turns allowed for steady red light are allowed for steady red arrow. |
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What does a flashing yellow arrow mean? |
Oncoming traffic has green light. You may proceed cautiously when clear (in the direction of the arrow). |
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What does a steady green arrow mean? |
You have the right-of-way and can proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow. |
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What can you at this median? |
- Turn left and cross median into intersection, alley, private road, or driveway
- Do NOT drive into painted median as a refuge |
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What's the deal with this median? |
Don't cross it! |
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What is the deal with a wide solid white line? |
- It is used to channel traffic into certain lanes or separate bike lanes from traffic. - Crossing a wide solid line is permitted by discouraged. |
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What is the deal with a broken white line? |
Crossing is permitted with caution. |
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What is the deal with a dotted white line? |
Crossing is permitted with caution. |
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What is the deal with a double solid white line? |
No changing lanes! |
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What's the deal with corners that don't have crosswalks? |
Every corner is a crosswalk, whether marked or not! |
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What's the deal with these triangles? |
This is a yield line. It shows where you are required to yield. |
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What is the direction of traffic in a bike lane? |
The same as the traffic lane next to it. |
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When can you drive in a bike lane? |
Never. You can turn across a bike lane, but you can't drive in it when approaching the turn. |
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How far should you stop from railroad tracks if it's not marked? |
15 feet from the nearest rail |
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What percentage of crashes happen within 25 miles of home? |
50% |
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T/F: you must drive at a speed that is reasonable and cautious for existing conditions |
true |
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What is the speed limit in alleys? |
15 mph |
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What is the speed limit in narrow residential areas? |
15 mph |
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What is the speed limit in a business district? |
20 mph |
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What is the speed limit in a school zone? |
20 mph |
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What is the speed limit in residential districts? |
25 mph
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What is the speed limit in public parks? |
25 mph |
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What is the speed limit on ocean shores? |
25 mph |
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What is the speed limit on all roads and highways not meeting any other definition? |
55 mph |
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What is the speed limit on interstates? |
up to 70 mph as posted |
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What is the number one cause of rear-end accidents? |
following too closely |
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What is a safe following distance at speeds under 30 mph? |
2-4 seconds |
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What is a safe following distance for speeds over 30 mph? |
4 seconds or more |
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How long does it usually take to stop? |
3 seconds |
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How much rooms should you leave in front of you at a stop light? |
so that you can see where the car's tires meet the road |
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On average, how long does it take to stop when travelling at 20 mph? |
64 feet |
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On average, how long does it take to stop when travelling at 40 mph? |
170 feet |
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On average, how long does it take to stop when travelling at 55 mph? |
275 feet |
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On average, how long does it take to stop when travelling at 65 mph? |
359 feet |
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On average, how long does it take to stop when travelling at 80 mph? |
504 feet |
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For what distance should you use your turn signal? |
100 ft |
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Is a U-turn allowed at a traffic signal if there is no sign? |
no |
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Is a U-turn allowed between intersections in a city? |
no |
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For what distance do you need to see traffic from both directions to make a U-turn in a city? |
500 ft |
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For what distance do you need to see traffic from both directions to make a U-turn in a rural area? |
1000 ft |
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Who has right-of-way at unmarked intersection? |
any vehicle already in the intersection or approaching from your right at the same time |
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Can you flash your lights to tell other drivers when to pass? |
no |
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No standing or parking within how many feet of a fire hydrant? |
10 ft |
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No standing or parking within how many feet of a fire station (same side)? |
15 ft |
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No standing or parking within how many feet of a fire station (opposite side)? |
75 ft |
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No standing or parking within how many feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection? |
20 ft |
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No standing or parking within how many feet of a flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign, or other sign if your vehicle hides it? |
50 ft |
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How close to the curb do you have to be when parallel parking? |
12 inches |
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What is this sign? |
slow-moving vehicle (must be displayed on such vehicles) |
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When do you need to flag an over-length load? |
If it extends 4 feet or more beyond the rear of the bed or body of a vehicle. |
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What do you use to flag over-length loads? |
A red flag at least 12" square, unless limited visibility conditions exist. Then a light is needed. |
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How do you flag over-length loads in poor visibility? |
Red light, visible for 500 feet to rear and sides. |
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How far can loads extend beyond the fenders on the left side? |
They can't! |
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How far can loads extend beyond the sides of the right fenders? |
6 inches |
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How far can loads extend to the front? |
4 feet |
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What do you need to do if you hit and injure a domestic animal? |
- Give reasonable attention to the animal - Try to get the animal out of the way of traffic - Immediately report the incident to the owner - If you can't locate the owner, you must report the incident to local law enforcement. |
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What do you need to do if you hit an injure a large game animal? |
Report the incident to local law enforcement. Do not leave an injured animal to die. |
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How long does it take for the eye to recover from headlight glare? |
7 seconds |
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How far ahead should you be scanning the driving scene? |
12 seconds (about 1 city block), or 15 seconds on the highway (about 1/4 mile) |
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How often should you check your rearview mirrors? |
every 5 seconds |
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What three tools can be used to avoid collisions? |
1. stopping quickly 2. turning quickly 3. speeding up |
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What is the difference between freeways and expressways? |
Expressways may have intersections with cross traffic and traffic lights. |
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When do you have to use your headlights? |
- Sunset to sunrise - Any time conditions make it difficult to see 1000 feet ahead |
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When do you need to dim your headlights? |
- When an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet - When you're following someone within 350 feet |
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What distance do headlights illuminate? |
350 feet |
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How long do children need to use a car seat? |
40 lbs, or the upper limit of their car seat |
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How long must infants ride rear-facing? |
1 year of age AND 20 lbs |
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How long must children use a booster seat? |
Age 8 OR 4' 9" tall |
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Are children 13 or younger safer in the front or rear seats? |
rear |
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What are the 3 elements of wearing a seat belt correctly? |
1. Wear it low 2. Wear it snug 3. Wear it right |
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Are cell phones permitted while driving? |
Only for drivers over 18 using a hands-free accessory. |
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How loud can a car stereo be? |
Not audible more than 50 feet from your vehicle. |
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Are TVs permitted in vehicles? |
not if they're visible to the driver |
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Who can ride in the exterior of a vehicle, including pick-up bed? |
- No one under 18 - No dogs (unless in a secured carrier) |
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How should dogs ride? |
In the back seat in a secured carrier or animal safety belt |
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When do pedestrians have the right of way? |
at all intersections, whether or not the crosswalk is marked |
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If a pedestrian is crossing, when can you go through? |
Once the pedestrian crosses your lane and the next one. |
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If you are turning at a signal where pedestrians are crossing, when can you go? |
When the pedestrian clears the lane you're turning into plus 6 feet of the next lane. |
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When do you have to follow 20 mph speed limit of school zones? |
- Any time a light is flashing on a school sign - Between 7am and 5pm on school days - Whenever children are present at a school crosswalk |
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Can you turn right on red if there's a bike box? |
No! |
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Who needs to wear a helmet when cycling? |
Anyone under 16 |
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What following distance should you maintain with motorcycles? |
3-4 seconds |
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What type of licence do you need for an RV? |
regular |
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What are trailers required to have? |
lights and safety chains |
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Are brakes required on trailers? |
no, though they are recommended |
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What is one thing to really look out for with trucks and buses? |
their blind spots |
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What gross vehicle weight requires a commercial licence? |
> 26,000 lbs |
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What gross vehicle weight of a trailer requires a commercial licence? |
10,000 lbs if the combined total of the vehicles is over 26,000 lbs |
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What number of passengers requires a commercial licence? |
16 or more passengers (incl driver) |
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What is a vehicle's responsibility when a transit bus signals to enter traffic? |
the vehicle must yield
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What do you have to do if approached by an emergency vehicle? |
Pull to right-hand edge of road and stop |
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How close can you follow an emergency vehicle answering an alarm? |
500 ft |
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What do you do if you encounter an emergency vehicle that is stopped with warning lights on? |
Change lanes so as not to drive next to it, if possible. Otherwise slow down at least 5mph below posted speed limit and drive by cautiously. |
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What is the number one cause of vehicle crashes in work zones? |
driver inattention |
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What percentage of work zone crashes happen in the transition zone? |
40% |
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Who is most likely to be killed in work zone crashes? |
drivers and their passengers |
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What is the deal with traffic fines in work zones? |
they are always double |
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What percent of traffic deaths involve alcohol or other substances? |
40% |
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How can you report intoxicated drivers? |
1-800-24-DRUNK |
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What is Oregon's implied consent law? |
By driving a motor vehicle, you consent to breath, blood, or urine test if requested by a police officer. |
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What happens if you refuse to take a breath, blood, or urine test? |
Suspension of driving privileges and fine of $650 |
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What is the max blood alcohol level for people under 21? |
0 |
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What is the max blood alcohol for people over 21? |
0.08% |
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What is the length of suspension for failing a breath test? |
90 days, or 1 year if you have a prior alcohol offence |
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What is the length of suspension for refusing breath or urine test? |
1 year, or 3 years if you have a prior alcohol offence within 5 years |
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What is the length of suspension for refusing a blood test while receiving medical care for a crash in a health care facility? |
1 year, or 3 years if you have a prior alcohol offence within 5 years |
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What is the length of suspension for failing a blood test while receiving medical care for a crash in a health care facility? |
90 days, or 1 year if you have a prior alcohol offence within 5 years |
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What is a DUII? |
Driving while under the influence of intoxicants |
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Can you get a DUII even if your blood alcohol is less than 0.08%? |
yes, if the police have enough evidence to convince a judge that you were driving under the influence of intoxicants |
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What is a diversion agreement? |
If you get your first DUII in 15 years, you can opt for fines, treatment, ignition device, etc. instead of having a DUII on your record. |
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When are you not able to get a diversion agreement? |
- If you have been convicted of a crime involving a motor vehicle - If you have alcohol-related actions on your record in the past 15 years - If you have a commercial vehicle licence or were driving a commercial vehicle |
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What is the penalty for a first DUII conviction? |
Mandatory 1-year driver's licence suspension |
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What is the penalty for a second DUII conviction? |
Mandatory 3-year driver's licence suspension if within 5 years of first conviction |
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What is the penalty for a third DUII conviction? |
permanent loss of driver's licence |
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What is the penalty for a fourth DUII conviction? |
felony offence if within 10 years of other offences |
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What is the DUII penalty if you're under 18? |
Suspension of licence until age 18 or until eligible for reinstatement, whichever comes last |
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What is required to reinstate driver's licence after a DUII? |
- Filing proof of financial responsibility for 3 years - Installing an ignition lock device for 1 year (2 yrs for subsequent infractions) - Paying a fee |
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What is the open container law? |
Open bottles or cans can be stored in trunk or living quarters of a camper or motor home. |
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How do drug offences affect driver's licence? |
Courts can suspend your driver's licence for drug offences for 6 months, even if a motor vehicle is not involved. |
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What percentage of people take a drug every day (even legal drugs)? |
25% |
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What is the most common driving intoxicant? |
alcohol |
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Is a DUII only for illegal drugs? |
No. You can get a DUII for legal drugs too, including cold medication. |
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What are you required to do if you have a crash or collision? |
1. Stop. Move vehicles off the road if there are no injuries and it is safe to do so. 2. Render aid. If someone is killed or unconscious, driver must remain at scene until police officer arrives. 3. Exchange information. Name, address, DL number, licence plate, insurance info. 4. File a report to DMV IF: ~ damage to vehicle or property > $1500, there is injury or death, you own the vehicle and the driver didn't report it |
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How long do you have to report a crash? |
72 hours |
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Do you have to file a report with the DMV if there is a police report? |
yes |
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What is the penalty if you are in a crash and don't have insurance? |
lose driver's licence for 1 year |
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What happens if you damage a vehicle or property that is unattended? |
Try to find the owner; leave your name and address, method of contact, and description of what happened. |
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What is the minimum Bodily Injury and Property Damage insurance in Oregon? |
$25,000 per person $50,000 per accident bodily injury to others $20,000 per accident for damage to others' property |
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What is the minimum Personal Injury Protection in Oregon? |
$15,000 per person for reasonable and necessary expenses. |
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What is the minimum Uninsured Motorist coverage? |
$25,000 per person $50,000 per accident for bodily injury |
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What is a traffic violation? |
Not obeying a rule of the road, licensing or registration law, or vehicle equipment law. Penalty = fine. |
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What is a traffic crime? |
Serious traffic offences, including: DUII, reckless driving, fleeing police, etc. |
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What is the penalty for failure to appear? |
DL suspension |
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What is the cost to reinstate a driver's licence? |
$75 |
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What is the penalty for a minor using a fake ID to buy alcohol? |
community service and up to 1-year driving suspension |
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What is the driving penalty if you're expelled from school for bringing a weapon? |
suspension of licence (up to 1 year on first offence, until 21st bday on subsequent offence) |
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You can have your DL suspended if you are suspended or expelled from school twice for what? |
- Assaulting or menacing school staff or students - Damaging school property - Threatening or coercing school staff or students - Connection with substance use at school |
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What if you have unexcused absences for 10 consecutive school days or 15 days total in a semester? |
School board or superintendent can ask DMV to suspend your licence |
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How does tobacco purchase affect driving? |
Those under 18 who are convicted of a second offence related to tobacco purchase can get a suspended DL. |
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When would your driver's licence be suspended regarding child support? |
if you're 3 months or $2500 behind |
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What if you have 2 accidents and/or convictions before you turn 18? |
You will only be allowed to drive to work, and only parents can be passengers. |
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What if you have 3 accidents and/or convictions before you turn 18? |
6-month suspension |
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What if you have 3 preventable accidents and/or convictions within 18 months? |
30 day suspension between midnight at 5am, except to go to work |
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What if you have 4 preventable accidents and/or convictions within 24 months? |
30-day suspension |
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What happens if you are convicted of 3 or more traffic crimes or 20 or more violations within 5 years? |
5-year suspension |
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What is the safety belt requirement? |
If your vehicle was manufactured with them, they must be working. |
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What are the headlight requirements? |
2 white headlights, properly aimed |
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What are the taillight requirements? |
2 red taillights, one on each side, visible for 500 feet to the rear |
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What are the registration plate light requirements? |
At least once licence plate light. Must make plates visible at 50 feet. |
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What are the rear reflector requirements? |
2 red reflectors on rear, and one on each side |
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What are the brake light requirements? |
2 red brake lights as far apart as possible. Must be visible from 500 feet in normal daylight. |
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What are the turn signal requirements? |
R and L turn signal lights on front and rear. Can be amber or white in front; can also be red in back. Must be visible from 500 feet. |
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What are the trailer light requirements? |
Taillights, brake lights, turn signals, red rear reflectors, licence plate light |
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What is the rearview mirror requirement? |
200 feet of visibility |
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What is the backup light requirement? |
These are optional. |
