Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. To get a standard Class M motorcycle license if you are under the age of 18, you will need to complete the Massachusetts Rider Education Program (MREP). You will conclude the program with a motorcycle skills test.

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Yes. After getting a motorcycle license in Massachusetts, you and your passenger must wear a helmet at all times. Additionally, you must wear goggles, eyeglasses or a protective face shield. An exception to this is if your motorcycle comes with a wind shield or screen.

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No. The state of Massachusetts requires drivers who are renewing CDL credentials to do so in person at a local RMV office.

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Yes, there is a computer version of the written drivers test available. Drivers can take a drivers ed class online to prepare for the exam, and online practice tests are also available.

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As long as you have a CDL interstate license and are abiding by the driving rules and regulations of other states, then you can use your commercial driving license across the country. A driver must be at least 21 years old to drive between states with a CDL.

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You must have a valid MA Class M drivers license, other class of license or learners permit in order to operate a moped or scooter in the state of Massachusetts. You cannot legally operate these vehicles without such credentials.

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Yes. In order to obtain your Junior Operator license in Massachusetts, you must take a drivers education course. This program requires 30 hours of classroom instruction, along with 12 hours of “behind-the-wheel” training, and six hours of “in-car” experience while observing other students.

Additionally, you must fulfill either 40 hours of driving with a parent or legal guardian. There is also the option of completing 30 hours of supervised driving if you have taken a drivers skills development course already.

Your parent or guardian must also participate in two hours of your driver s ed course.

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You can add a veteran designation on your ID card application upon the time of renewal. You will need to present an honorable discharge document or form when you apply. There will be no additional fee to do so.

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Drivers who are 21 or older may apply to obtain an interstate CDL license. However, those drivers who are between 18 and 20 years old can only apply for an intrastate CDL license, which allows them to operate a vehicle only within the state of Massachusetts.

You will have to complete your application process at an RMV office by presenting the following:

• Proof of date of birth
• Proof of signature
• Proof of Massachusetts residency
• Proof of Social Security Number
• A completed Initial CDL Application (if obtaining a CDL permit)
• Payment for any necessary fee

In order to obtain your CDL permit, you must pass a written exam and a vision screening exam. Your permit will be good for a period of two years. Thereafter you will be granted the opportunity to apply for a standard CDL license. A road skills test for the commercial vehicle you wish to operate will be required during this time.

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The state of Massachusetts requires individuals who are 16 to apply for their learners permit in person. Upon your visit to the local DMV office, you should be aware of the following:

• You will have to present a filled out Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application. A parent or legal guardian will be required to sign if you are under 18.
• You will need to pass a vision exam, along with a written exam.
• You will need to pay a $30 fee.
• You will need to present proof of date of birth and Social Security Number

It is strongly advised that you study the Driver s Manual prior to taking your written exam.

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If you are at least 16 years old, you are eligible to apply for a MA motorcycle license. It s important to note that the requirements to apply for a motorcycle license differ for drivers 18 years of age or younger, and those who are older than 18.

For example, in order to obtain a motorcycle permit, you must first fulfill all the requirements of a Junior Operator License, as well as complete the following:

• Provide proof of date of birth and Social Security Number verification.
• Have your parent or legal guardian s signature on your Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application.
• Complete a driver education course, along with supervised “behind-the-wheel” driving.
• Pay the necessary fee.
• Pass the written knowledge test.
• Pass a vision screening.

Once you are 16-and-a-half years old or older, you will be able to take the road skills test at your local RMV office and obtain a standard Class M license. However, you must have first fulfilled all the permit requirements along with completing the Massachusetts Rider Education Program (MREP).

If you would like to have your road skills test waived and are over 18, you can do so by participating in the Massachusetts Rider Education Program (MREP). For more information regarding this course, visit the MA RMV Rider Training page.

If you are 18 or older and applying for a motorcycle license, you will need to present proof of Massachusetts residence, along with your other identification documents.

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In Massachusetts, you have the option to replace ID card credentials in one of three ways: online, in person or by phone.

Online

Visit the MA RMV Duplicate Mass ID page to find out if you are eligible for renewal. If so, make sure you have payment ready for any applicable fee.

In Person

When replacing your ID card in person, bring with you proof of identification and payment for the replacement fee. You will also be required to complete a Duplicate ID Card Application, which you can obtain online.

By Phone

You can replace your ID by calling the RMV Telephone Center. Keep in mind that their operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Your Massachusetts permit for driving is only good for two years. The next step would be to apply for your Junior Operator license once you have reached 16-and-a-half years of age.

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To renew your Massachusetts DMV ID card, you will need to pay a visit to an RMV branch, or you may be eligible to renew online.

To see if you are eligible for online renewal, visit the MA RMV ID Renewal page.

If renewing in person, make sure to present the following documents:

• Proof of date of birth
• Proof of signature
• Proof of MA residence
• Social Security Number verification
• Completed Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application
• Payment for necessary fee

Keep in mind that liquor ID cards cannot be renewed. Instead, you will need to re-apply for a new one.

Military Members

If you are currently on active duty and stationed elsewhere, you will not be required to renew. However, the MA RMV requires your dependents to complete the renewal process on your behalf.

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With your license to drive commercial vehicles, a medical examiner certificate is good for two years. You will receive a notice in the mail when your self-certification is about to expire with proper instructions on how to proceed.

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The state of Massachusetts requires its drivers to renew motorcycle license credentials in person. You may visit any RMV branch and bring the following with you for renewal purposes:

• Proof of identification and any other necessary documents
• Completed Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application
• Payment for any applicable fee

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Members of the military must go through the same steps as civilians to obtain a motorcycle license. The only difference is that military members are not required to take the RMV motorcycle written test.

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Your driving permit is good for two years. You can apply for your Junior Operator License once you reach 16-and-a-half years of age.

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When applying for your MA ID card in person, you will receive a temporary card that is good for 30 days. A permanent ID card will be sent to you in the mail within that time period.

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If you lost your ID card while outside of Massachusetts, you can check your eligibility to see whether or not you qualify to replace an ID card online. Residents can also call the Telephone Center at 857-368-8000 to see if you can replace your credentials by phone.

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You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a CDL intrastate license, which allows you to only operate a commercial vehicle within Massachusetts. However, if you would like to obtain a CDL interstate license whereby you are allowed to drive a commercial vehicle from one state to another then you must be at least 21.

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You must be at least 16 years of age to obtain a motorcycle permit. Drivers under this age will not be allowed to apply.

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There are three types of CDL Classes:

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C

However, there are numerous types of CDL endorsements:

• H Hazardous Materials
• N Tank Vehicles
• P Passenger Transport
• X HazMat and Tank Vehicles
• L Air Brakes
• S School Bus

For more information: Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Application

The fee for a new MA ID card is $25. Accepted payment methods include cash, personal checks and money orders.

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Some of the restrictions pertaining to your MA learning permit include the following:

• Your passenger seat must be occupied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and has been legally driving for at least one year.
• Drivers under the age of 18 are not allowed to drive between midnight and 5 a.m. without a parent or guardian.
• You must have your learner s permit with you at all times.
• You must only drive a passenger vehicle.
• You are allowed to use your Class D learner s permit in a different state if that state’s laws allow.

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If you operate a vehicle that weighs more than 10,000 lbs., then you will be required to hold a United States Department of Transportation (D.O.T.)-approved medical certificate. This also applies to those drivers who operate a vehicle that transports 15 or more passengers, or a vehicle that contains hazardous materials.

You must also present a complete self-certification form for the RMV about whether your MA commercial drivers license is for interstate or intrastate purposes.

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If you receive a MA traffic ticket fine while holding a learner s permit, you could face various fees and fines. Additionally, in some instances, depending on the violation you committed, your Massachusetts drivers license can also be suspended.

For example, a Junior Operator License can be suspended in the event you commit any of the following violations:

• Driving during curfew hours
• Drag racing
• Cellphone use while driving
• Driving without a licensed driver
• Speeding

If you would like more information pertaining to your individual case, it is best to contact the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and follow the instructions listed on your ticket.

For more information: Traffic Tickets and Violations in Massachusetts

If you wish to obtain a MA motorcycle license for a three-wheeler, you must meet these requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Must take a Class M road test
• Must have a motorcycle that is registered, titled, insured and inspected
• Will be issued a motorcycle license with a “J” restriction

The three-wheeler can only be used roadways that do not exceed 40 mph.

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For you to obtain your MA learning permit, the following documents will be asked of you:

• Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application
• Proof of date of birth
• Proof of Social Security Number

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If you are 16 or older and applying for a Massachusetts motorcycle driving license, the following documents will be asked of you:

• Proof of date of birth
• Social Security Number verification
• Completed Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application with your parent or legal guardian s signature

If you are 18 or older, the following applies:

• Proof of date of birth
• Proof of signature
• Proof of residence in Massachusetts
• Social Security Number verification
• Completed Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application

For more informaiton: How to Apply for a Motorcycle License in Massachusetts

Depending on your age at the time you apply for a motorcycle driving license, you may need to pass one or all of the below:

• A written knowledge test
• A road skills test
• A Massachusetts Rider Education Program (MREP)

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Your Massachusetts commercial drivers license will automatically be suspended if you are convicted of a DUI. If you drive a commercial vehicle that holds hazardous materials, your license will be suspended for at least three years.

After fulfilling your suspension period, you will then need to meet with a Hearings Officer in order to find out what steps you must take for reinstatement. For more information pertaining to your individual case, contact the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles.

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A DMV ID card is a form of identification that can be issued to those individuals who do not hold a Massachusetts driver s license. It serves as official forms of signature, age and identity plus it is accepted throughout the state and nationwide. MA offers both a standard ID card, as well as a liquor ID.

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The MA written drivers test consists of 25 questions pertaining to the rules of the road and safe driving. In order to successfully pass, you must answer 18 of these questions correctly. Driving practice tests are available online to improve your changing of passing on the first try.

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To obtain your learners permit, you will be required to take a written test. However, in order to obtain a Junior Operator License, you will need to pass a road skills test. To hone your driving skills, it is recommended that you take various Driving Practice Tests online.

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The tests you will need to take for a license to drive commercial vehicles are a general knowledge written exam and a road skills test. If you are upgrading from a noncommercial Class D license to a Class C license, you may not be required to take a road skills test if it is not part of the specific endorsement you are requesting. In addition, endorsements require additional testing.

For more information: Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Application

Your Massachusetts ID card is valid for five years. Once the active period is about to conclude, you must renew your credentials at a local RMV office or online.

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You can apply for ID card documentation at any RMV location in Massachusetts. Bring cash, a check or a money order to cover the $25 fee.

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A parent or legal guardian is authorized to sign your drivers permit application if you are under 18. If their signature is not present on the Class D, M, or D/M License and ID Card Application, it will not be accepted.

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