20 questions from the Official Florida Driver License Handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. Under what condition may a driver safely drive to the left of the center line on the roadway?
Answer: To overtake a bicycle or pedestrian. The handbook allows driving left of center specifically to overtake bicycles, non-motorized vehicles, electric bicycles, or pedestrians.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 51: “Drivers may safely and briefly drive to the left of center on the roadway to overtake a bicycle, other non-motorized vehicle, an electric bicycle, or a pedestrian.”
2. What should a driver do when approaching a pedestrian hybrid beacon with a yellow flashing light?
Answer: Slow down. The handbook instructs drivers to slow down when approaching a pedestrian hybrid beacon with a yellow flashing light.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 63: “If there is a yellow flashing light, slow down, because this light indicates that a pedestrian has activated the push button.”
3. From which side of the vehicle must hand signals be given?
Answer: From the left side of the vehicle. The handbook specifies that hand signals are required to be given from the left side of the vehicle.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 77: “Hand signals must be given from the left side of the vehicle.”
4. What specific action does the handbook recommend for older drivers who find it difficult to turn their head to check blind spots?
Answer: Consider getting a larger side mirror. The handbook advises using a larger side mirror to compensate for limited head rotation when checking blind spots.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 41: “If you have difficulty turning your head to check blind spots, consider getting a larger side mirror;”
5. If another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you, what is the recommended action according to the handbook?
Answer: Slow down and let them pass. The handbook instructs drivers to remain calm, create distance, and slow down to let the other driver pass, rather than engaging in confrontation.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 44: “If another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you, remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them as possible. Slow down and let them pass.”
6. What is the maximum percentage of light reflection allowed for side window tint?
Answer: 25%. The handbook states that side windows may not reflect more than 25% of the light.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 46: “May not be composed of, covered by, or treated with any material which has a mirrored appearance or reflects more than 25% of the light (side windows) or more than 35% of the light (rear window).”
7. Which visual guides does the handbook recommend using when driving in low visibility conditions?
Answer: The right edge of the road or edge lines and center lines. The handbook specifies using road edges and lane markings as guides to maintain orientation in poor visibility.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 79: “Use the right edge of the road or edge lines and center lines as visual guides.”
8. According to the handbook, how far in advance must you activate your turn signal before making a turn?
Answer: At least 100 feet before making your turn. The handbook states the minimum distance required for signaling before a turn is 100 feet.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 77: “You must give a turn signal at least 100 feet BEFORE making your turn.”
9. Under HB 965, what requirement for reinstating suspended driving privileges is removed beginning October 1, 2023?
Answer: The requirement to obtain noncancelable coverage for at least six months. The handbook states that the mandate for six months of noncancelable insurance coverage is eliminated for license reinstatements starting on this date.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 5: “Beginning October 1, 2023, the requirement that persons seeking to reinstate suspended or revoked driving privileges must obtain noncancelable coverage for at least six months will be removed.”
10. What is one of the two main causes of drowsy driving listed in the handbook?
Answer: Driving at times of the day when you would normally be sleeping. The handbook identifies driving during normal sleeping hours as a primary cause of drowsiness, distinct from other driving conditions.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 43: “The two main causes of drowsy driving are lack of quality/quantity of sleep and driving at times of the day when you would normally be sleeping.”
11. What is the required action if you are found at fault in a crash where anyone was injured and transported to a medical treatment facility?
Answer: Attend a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course. The handbook mandates attending a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course in this specific scenario.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 37: “If you are found at fault in a crash where anyone was injured and transported to a medical treatment facility, or it is your second collision in a two-year period, you will be required by law to attend a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course.”
12. What is the minimum visibility distance required for the white light on the front of a bicycle between sunset and sunrise?
Answer: 500 feet. The handbook mandates that the front white light must be visible from a distance of 500 feet.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 90: “Between sunset and sunrise, bicyclists must have a white light visible from 500 feet on the front of their bicycle”
13. Under SB 1718, when does transporting an individual into the state become a second-degree felony rather than a third-degree felony?
Answer: If the person transports a minor. The statute elevates the offense to a second-degree felony specifically when the person being transported is a minor.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 5: “It also enhances the offense to a second-degree felony if a person: ◆ Transports a minor into the state in violation of this section;”
14. According to the handbook, what specific action should older drivers take regarding their medications?
Answer: Ask the doctor or pharmacist how medications affect driving. The handbook instructs older drivers to consult their healthcare providers about how their medications impact their ability to drive safely.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 41: “Ask the doctor or pharmacist how medications—especially when taken in combination with other medications—affect driving;”
15. According to the handbook, what is the minimum rearview distance required for side mirrors if a vehicle's rear window is non-transparent?
Answer: 200 feet. The handbook states that side mirrors must provide a rearview of at least 200 feet when the rear window is not transparent.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 67: “If the rear window is covered by or treated with any material that makes it non-transparent, the vehicle must be equipped with side mirrors on both sides that allow the driver a rearview of at least 200 feet.”
16. Under what specific condition must a driver under 21 years old complete a Traffic Law Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course to reinstate their license on a hardship basis?
Answer: If they receive a notice of suspension for driving with a Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) of .02 to .05. The handbook states that drivers under 21 with a BAL between .02 and .05 must take the TLSAE course for hardship reinstatement.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 25: “If you are under 21 years old and receive a notice of suspension for driving with a Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) of .02 to .05, you must complete a TLSAE course in order to reinstate your driver license on a hardship basis.”
17. Within what distance of an intersection, bridge, viaduct, tunnel, or railroad crossing are you prohibited from passing?
Answer: 100 feet. The handbook lists 100 feet as the specific distance requirement for these locations when determining passing restrictions.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 75: “◆ within 100 feet of an intersection, bridge, viaduct, tunnel, or railroad crossing;”
18. Why should you not completely rely on cameras or alarms when checking behind your vehicle?
Answer: They do not always detect small children and animals. The handbook advises against total reliance on these devices because they may fail to detect small children and animals.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 67: “Don’t completely rely on cameras/alarms; they don’t always detect small children and animals.”
19. What is the minimum distance you must maintain behind a fire truck responding to an emergency?
Answer: 500 feet. The handbook sets the legal minimum following distance behind an emergency vehicle responding to a call at 500 feet.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 70: “It's against the law to follow a fire truck responding to an emergency closer than 500 feet.”
20. If a driver elects to attend a basic driver improvement course for a non-criminal traffic citation, what percentage reduction toward the civil penalty will they receive?
Answer: 18 percent. The handbook states that the reduction amount is 18 percent.
Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 25: “An individual who elects to attend a basic driver improvement course for a non-criminal traffic citation will receive an 18 percent reduction toward the civil penalty.”