Location of Issuance, National Driver Register, Out-of-State Permit Holders, Requirements for Obtaining a Permit/License, Kentucky state laws, etc.

Effective May 18, 2009, a CDL permit/license can not be issued until the applicant has provided a copy of the CDL application to the Division of Driver Licensing and DDL has posted the application to the driver’s record.

The goal of Graduated Driver License Law is to curb the overall number of crashes involving teenage drivers, especially the high number of deadly crashes with teen involvement.

The goal of State Traffic School is to provide an educational program which renews a driver’s outlook regarding traffic safety and to instill a positive attitude toward highway and traffic safety by encouraging an understanding and recognition of personal driving behaviors which will result in a reduced number of deaths and injuries related to vehicular crashes and moving hazardous violations.

DWI/DUI is an abbreviation of driving while under the influence of intoxicants (alcohol) or of any substance or substances which impair driving ability. Other substances can include illegal drugs, prescription drugs, inhalants such as glue, gasoline, spray paint etc., and/or over the counter medications. Kentucky's DUI law has an "Illegal Per Se" provision. "Illegal Per Se" (On the face of or by itself) means it is illegal to drive with a blood or breath alcohol content of 0.08 or higher.

To be eligible to apply for a Kentucky Operator’s License, Motorcycle License, or Moped License, you must have reached your sixteenth birthday, and your driving privilege must not have been withdrawn in this state or any other state. You will begin the process in the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office in your county of residence.

All traffic laws and regulations apply equally to passenger car and motorcycle operators. To qualify for a motorcycle operator’s license, you must learn the information contained throughout this manual. Many motorcycle dealers have free literature on riding tips, which may also be helpful to you. In this manual, emphasis will be on motorcycle.