Nebraska Permit Test: Licensing Practice Questions
Permits, license classes, renewals and the testing process.
Question 1
You move to Nebraska with a valid license from another state. How soon must you get a Nebraska license?
Correct answer: Within 30 days
A new resident with a valid out-of-state license must obtain a Nebraska license within 30 days.
Source: Section 1A: Who Must Have a Nebraska License
Question 2
A driver under 18 can move from a POP to a Class O license after holding the POP for how long?
Correct answer: 12 months
Drivers under 18 who have held a POP for at least 12 months without three or more points in the past 12 months may get a Class O license (minimum age 17).
What happens if you fail three drive tests in a row for a Class O license?
Correct answer: Take an approved course or hold an LPD 90 days
After three successive drive-test failures you must complete a DMV-approved driver training course or hold an LPD for at least 90 days before reapplying.
Source: Section 1D-4: Test Failure
Question 5
May you retake a failed Nebraska license test on the same day?
Correct answer: No
Any test that is failed may not be retaken the same day.
Source: Section 1D-4: Test Failure
Question 6
If you need corrective lenses to pass the vision test, what applies?
Correct answer: Wear them at all times while driving
If corrective lenses are needed to meet the vision standard, they must be worn whenever you drive, and your license will show it.
Source: Section 1D-3: Testing
Question 7
Within how many days must a name or address change be made on your Nebraska license?
Correct answer: 60 days
State law requires name and address changes to be made within 60 days of the change.
Source: Section 1M: Replacement Operator Licenses/State ID Cards
Question 8
When does a Nebraska license issued to someone under 21 expire?
Correct answer: On the 21st birthday
Licenses issued to people under 21 expire on the 21st birthday; those issued at 21 or older expire on the birthday in the fifth year after issuance.
Source: Section 1L: Renewal Information
Question 9
How early may a driver 21 or older renew a Nebraska license?
Correct answer: 90 days before
Individuals 21 and over may renew 90 days before their birthday.
Source: Section 1L: Renewal Information
Question 10
A commercial driver's license is required for a vehicle carrying how many people, including the driver?
Correct answer: 16 or more
A CDL is required for vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVWR/GCWR, vehicles carrying 16 or more people including the driver, or placarded hazardous materials.
Source: Section 1C-8: Commercial License (Class A, B, or C)
Question 11
How many points within two years cause automatic revocation of a Nebraska license?
Correct answer: 12
Accumulating 12 points in a two-year period means automatic revocation for six months.
Source: Section 1Q: Suspensions, Revocations, Impoundments and Confiscations – 1Q-2 Point Revocation Procedures
Question 12
How long is the automatic revocation for reaching 12 points?
Correct answer: Six months
Twelve points in two years revokes the license for six months; a second point revocation within five years means three years.
Source: Section 1Q: Suspensions, Revocations, Impoundments and Confiscations – 1Q-2 Point Revocation Procedures
Question 13
How many points does a DUI conviction add to a Nebraska driving record?
Correct answer: 6
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a 6-point violation.
Source: Section 1Q: Suspensions, Revocations, Impoundments and Confiscations – 1Q-3 The Nebraska Point System
Question 14
How many points are assessed for using a handheld device to read, type or send messages while driving?
Correct answer: 3
Using a handheld wireless device to read, type or send written communication while driving is a 3-point violation.
Source: Section 1Q: Suspensions, Revocations, Impoundments and Confiscations – 1Q-3 The Nebraska Point System
Question 15
Passing a school bus that has its stop arm out and red lights flashing adds how many points?
Correct answer: 3
Violating the school bus crossing law (arm out and flashing red lights) is a 3-point violation.
Source: Section 1Q: Suspensions, Revocations, Impoundments and Confiscations – 1Q-3 The Nebraska Point System