Qualifications for commercial driver instruction permit.

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  • (1) The division may issue a CDIP to a person who:
    • (a) is 18 years of age or older;
    • (b) holds a valid license;
    • (c) has at least one year of driving experience; and
    • (d) has passed the vision and knowledge test for the class of license for which the person is applying.
  • (2) The division may issue a CDIP only for a period not to exceed 180 days.
  • (3) The holder of a CDIP may drive a commercial motor vehicle on a highway only when accompanied by a person who:
    • (a)
      • (i) holds a CDL valid for the class and endorsements of commercial motor vehicle driven; or
      • (ii) is certified by the division to administer driver licensing examinations to CDL applicants; and
    • (b) occupies a seat beside the individual for the purpose of:
      • (i) giving the driver instruction regarding the driving of the commercial motor vehicle; or
      • (ii) administering a driver licensing examination to a CDL applicant.
  • (4) A CDL or CDIP may not be issued to a person:
    • (a) subject to disqualification from driving a commercial motor vehicle; or
    • (b) whose license is suspended, revoked, or canceled in any state.
  • (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.




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