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 You have time…

does not go into effect until October 1, 2020.

Your current Illinois driver’s license or ID card (DL/ID) will be accepted at airports,
military bases and secure federal facilities until Oct. 1, 2020. Beginning spring 2019,
we are providing you with the choice either to obtain a REAL ID card or to keep a
standard card. Take time to know your options.

You DO NOT NEED a REAL ID if: You NEED a REAL ID if:

• You have a valid U.S. passport or • You do not have a valid U.S. passport or
passport card; or passport card; AND
• You do not use airplanes as a mode of • You use airplanes as a mode of
domestic transportation; or domestic transportation; or
• You do not visit military bases; or • You visit military bases; or Join the registry:
• You do not visit secure federal facilities. • You visit secure federal facilities.

Action Standard REAL ID Visit

DL/ID DL/ID LifeGoesOn.com
Driving (DL only) YES YES

Using for general

Complete and mail
identification purposes YES YES a registration card
Boarding a domestic flight
(U.S.) after Oct. 1, 2020 NO YES
Call 800-210-2106
Entering a military base or
secure federal facility after NO YES
Oct. 1, 2020
Visit any
For additional information: Driver Services facility
833-503-4074
or visit:
REALID.ilsos.gov
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 A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR
ILLINOIS DRIVERS

Motorists who know the rules of the road and practice defensive driving are key to
making our roadways safer for everyone. The Illinois Rules of the Road manual is
your guide to being a responsible and skilled driver.

The Rules of the Road Review Course is designed to give drivers — especially
senior citizens — the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a dri-
ver’s license. The Review Course combines an explanation of the driving exam
with a practice written exam. The questions and information in the Rules of the
Road Review Course are provided only to help you measure your knowledge of
driving skills and Illinois traffic laws. Participants will not be graded on their answers
on the practice exam.

Along with a thorough review of the Illinois Rules of the Road manual, the Review
Course is a valuable tool in refreshing your knowledge of Illinois driving laws, traffic
signs and practical driving skills. I commend you for taking this step in improving
your driving skills and helping to make Illinois roadways safer for all motorists.

Beginning Oct. 1, 2020, the federal government will require your driver’s license or
ID card (DL/ID) to be REAL ID compliant for use as identification to board a domes-
tic flight or to enter a military base or a secure federal facility. Not every person
needs a REAL ID card, which is why we offer you a choice. You decide if you need
a REAL ID or standard DL/ID. More information is available on the following page.

Jesse White
Secretary of State

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 OBTAINING AN ILLINOIS DRIVER’S LICENSE
OR ID CARD
NEW LICENSE, NEW FEATURES
The Secretary of State’s office implemented a new process for issuing Illinois driver’s licenses/ID
cards. Under the new process, customers at Secretary of State Driver Services facilities are no
longer immediately issued a new permanent driver’s license/ ID card at the end of the
application process. After fraud checks have been conducted to ensure an individual’s identity, a
high quality, secure driver’s license/ID card is printed at a central facility and sent via U.S. mail within
15 business days to the address on the card.

At the facilities, customers receive a temporary secure paper driver’s license or ID card, which is valid
for 90 days. In addition, the facility employee returns the old driver’s license/ID card back to the
customer after punching a hole in it.

NEW FEATURES ON THE ILLINOIS DRIVER’S LICENSE
As part of the new central issuance process, the Secretary of State has introduced a redesigned
driver’s license/ID card. The redesigned card contains enhanced security features to safeguard an
individual’s personal information. This new process and redesign help prevent counterfeit production
and better protect individuals from identity theft.

REAL ID
The Secretary of State’s office implemented a new option to obtain a REAL ID or keep the standard
card you currently hold. Your current driver’s license/ID card (DL/ID) will be accepted at airports,
military bases and federal facilities until Oct.1, 2020. You do NOT need a REAL ID if you have a valid
U.S. passport or passport card OR you do NOT use airplanes as a mode of domestic transportation.
If you choose to obtain a REAL ID, you should be aware that the application process is different than
the process for a standard DL/ID.

In order to obtain a REAL ID, you must visit your nearest Driver Services facility and take your
photo and any required exams.

You must also provide the following:

• Proof of identity — (example, certified birth certificate or valid U.S. passport). If your current
name is different than the name on your birth certificate, you need to supply supporting name
change documents such as a certified marriage certificate or a certified divorce decree.
• Proof of full Social Security number — (example, Social Security card or pay stub).
• Proof of current residency — TWO documents (example, bank statement, or electric or gas bill).
• Proof of signature — (example, credit card or current Illinois driver’s license).

You may also visit REALID.ilsos.gov and use the interactive document checklist on the website. This
checklist is designed to help ensure you bring in all of the federally required documents. After review
and verification of documents, your new permanent REAL ID card will be mailed to you within 15
business days.
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 NO NEED TO REPLACE IMMEDIATELY
Residents with a valid driver’s license/ID card are not required to obtain the redesigned card immedi-
ately. Existing cards remain valid until their date of expiration. For at least four years, there will be more
than one valid driver's license/ID card until the old design format is phased out.

There are no changes to driver’s license/ID card fees. In addition, there are no procedural changes to
the Safe Driver Renewal program.

YOUR ADDRESS MATTERS
With the new process of central issuance of a driver’s license/ID card, it is critical that cus-
tomers keep an updated address with the Secretary of State. State law requires that residents noti-
fy the Secretary of State of an address change within 10 days.
Individuals who have not received their permanent card after 15 business days, may check the
status at: cyberdriveillinois.com.
EARLY RENEWAL
• Any driver ages 21-86 may renew his/her driver’s license up to one year before the license expires.
• Any driver ages 87 and older may renew up to six months before his/her license expires.

VISION SCREENING
Your vision will be screened to determine if you see well enough to drive. In place of this screening, you
may submit a Vision Specialist Report (see pages 25-26) completed by a licensed optometrist, ophthal-
mologist or physician dated within six months of your facility visit. Forms are available at your local Driver
Services facility or at www.cyberdriveillinois.com. If you need to wear glasses or contact lenses, a restric-
tion will be noted on your license. You must always wear your glasses or contact lenses when you drive.

WRITTEN EXAM
The written exam consists of 35 questions, 15 of which will address traffic sign identification and the
remaining 20 will either be multiple-choice or true-false questions.

DRIVING EXAM
All new drivers and drivers age 75 and older must take a driving exam to demonstrate driving ability.
You must provide a vehicle that is licensed and properly equipped for the driver’s license classification
you are seeking. You must show proof of vehicle insurance inside the Driver Services facility. During
the driving exam, which will allow you to drive passenger vehicles, you will be graded on your ability
to do the following:
• Start the vehicle • Back the vehicle • Turn about • Park uphill
• Start uphill • Park downhill • Start downhill • Control your vehicle
• Proper speed usage • Proper lane usage

ORGAN/TISSUE DONOR REGISTRY

During the driver’s license application/renewal process you will be asked if you wish to join the Illinois
Organ/Tissue Donor Registry. A person’s decision to be an organ/tissue donor is legally binding. Additional
witnesses or family consent is not required for donation to occur. See back inside cover for more information
on registering to be a donor.
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 DRIVING EXAMINATION
The driving exam is a demonstration of a driver’s everyday driving skills. After the exam, the driver will
be informed of any corrections that need to be made.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Illinois law requires all drivers and passengers to wear safety belts, regardless of where they sit in a
vehicle. Only those individuals with a physician’s statement on letterhead are exempt. The physician’s
statement must be kept with the driver at all times.

The driving examination will allow you to demonstrate your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
You must provide a vehicle that is licensed and properly equipped for the driver’s license classification
you are seeking. The vehicle must be driven to the Driver Services facility by someone with a valid dri-
ver’s license or permit. No one but the examiner will be with you during the exam.

Proof of insurance must be shown before the driving exam is administered. Before starting the driving
exam, check your mirrors, adjust your vehicle’s seat and fasten your safety belt.

THE EXAMINER
The driving examiner will sit beside you and observe your driving skills. It is normal for you to be a little
nervous. Remember that the examiner is a passenger and has no indication of your driving ability.

It is possible that you may have acquired some potentially unsafe driving practices, even though you
may have been driving for years with no moving violations or accidents. Perhaps there are some new
laws you are not observing. The purpose of the driving exam is to identify those mistakes so you may
correct them.

The examiner will grade your driving using a list of driving maneuvers. The examiner will follow a test
route approved by the Secretary of State’s office. Although the test route may cover unfamiliar roads,
it is important to remember that a driver’s license gives you the right to drive on all roads.

The examiner will not trick you. If you do not understand his or her instructions, please ask for an
explanation.

At the completion of your driving exam, the examiner will give you the results. Please keep in mind
that the examiner is only an observer and has the responsibility to inform you of any mistakes. You are
encouraged to correct those mistakes, not only for your own safety but also for the safety of others.

DRIVING EXAM GRADING

You will be graded on your ability to perform the following driving skills. You will automatically fail the exam
if you violate any traffic law or commit any dangerous action while taking the exam.

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 USING TURN SIGNALS
Illinois law requires the use of turn signals. It is not a choice. Turn signals are required BEFORE:
• turning any corner, even if no one is coming;
• turning into any driveway, parking lot or parking space;
• changing lanes of traffic;
• AND AFTER passing another vehicle; and
• pulling over to or pulling away from any curb.

LEAVING A PARKING LOT OR DRIVEWAY

Illinois law states that you must stop before entering any street from a driveway, parking lot or alley. If
you are leaving the parking lot at the Driver Services facility, you must stop before entering the street.
There may or may not be a stop sign present.

STOPPING
Stop behind the white line or crosswalk. If there is no white line or crosswalk, stop before entering the
intersection. Rolling stops are automatic failures on the driving examination.

TURNING A CORNER
When turning a corner from a two-way street onto another two-way street, stay in your own lane and
then turn into the lane in which you will be driving. Do not cut corners.

HILL PARKING
Signal toward the side of the road where you wish to park. Stop your vehicle parallel to the road,
within 12 inches of the curb or road edge.
If you park on a street with curbing and your vehicle is heading downhill, you must turn the front wheels
toward the curb. If you park your vehicle headed uphill, you must turn the front wheels away from the
curb. If you park on a street without curbing
and your vehicle is heading downhill or
uphill, you must turn the wheels toward the
side of the road on which you are parked. In Downhill Uphill Uphill
either situation, you must set the parking with With or
brake and put the gear selector in “Park.” Curb Curb Downhill
Without
When leaving the curb, release your parking Curb
brake, turn the wheels from the side of the
road and use your turn signal. Look for Turn Wheels Turn Wheels Turn Wheels
to Curb from Curb to Right
oncoming traffic. When it is safe, pull slowly
onto the street.
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 TURN-ABOUT
You will be asked to turn your vehicle around by turning left into an alley,
roadway or driveway. Be sure to signal before turning. When you back out,
stop before entering the sidewalk, street or highway. Yield to pedestrians
and all vehicles. When backing, check all rearview mirrors and look over
your right shoulder. When backing to the right, make sure not to back over
the center line.

ONE-WAY TURNS
When turning onto a one-way street, turn into the
first lane you come to. After you have completed
your turn, you may turn on your turn signal again,
look back and, when it is safe, move into the other
lane.

MULTIPLE-LANE TURNS
When making a left turn onto a multi-lane street, you must turn into the
inside lane (left-hand lane). After you have completed your turn into the
inside lane and it is safe to do so, you may turn on your signal light and
move into the right-hand lane.
When making a right turn into a multi-lane street, you must turn into the
first lane you come to (right-hand lane). After you have completed your
turn into the right-hand lane and it is safe to do so, you may turn on your
signal light and move into the left-hand lane.

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 BACKING VEHICLE
You will be asked to back your vehicle for a short distance. Check first to see if it is clear. Look over your
right shoulder if possible. If not, inform the examiner that because of a physical condition you cannot. If
you cannot see all the way in back by looking, use your rearview mirror as well as your side mirrors. Back
up as straight as you can. Do not weave back and forth.

OTHER POINTS THAT WILL BE CHECKED

• DRIVING SPEED — Observe all speed limit signs. Do not drive too slowly. (Example: The speed
limit is 30 mph and a driver is going 15 mph, holding up traffic and causing an unsafe situation.
Driving too slow can be just as dangerous as speeding under normal traffic conditions.)
• CENTER LINES — Do not weave back and forth across the center line. Stay in your traffic lane. If
there is no center line, do not drive down the middle of the street or road.
• RIGHT OF WAY — Observe yield signs: When approaching a yield sign, slow down and check for
traffic. Stop if you need to. Approaching an intersection: when a green light appears, be sure the
intersection is clear of vehicles and people before moving your car. If there are no signs or traffic
control signals and two vehicles arrive at the same time, the car on the right has the right of way.

FOLLOWING THE EXAM

When you return to the Driver Services facility, the examiner will discuss your test results. If you do not
pass the driving exam, listen carefully to hear which driving skills you need to correct.

You may take the driving exam again if you did not pass. If you should fail to pass the drive exam after
six attempts, the examiner will provide you with a Medical Report to be filled out by your doctor. If after
several attempts you are still having difficulty, ask the examiner how to obtain an instruction permit after
your driver’s license expires.

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 WRITTEN EXAM — TRAFFIC SIGN IDENTIFICATION
Place the correct number in the space below each of the signs on the following page.

1. Winding Road Ahead

2. Crossroad
3. Divided Highway
4. Do Not Enter
5. Downgrade
6. Merge
7. No Passing Zone
8. No Right Turn
9. No U-Turn
10. Pedestrian Crossing
11. Persons with Disabilities Parking
12. Railroad Warning
13. Reduction in Lanes
14. Road Construction/Maintenance Area
15. School Zone and Crossing
16. Side Road
17. Slippery When Wet
18. Slow-Moving Vehicle
19. Stop
20. Stop Sign Ahead
21. Traffic Signal Ahead
22. Two-Way Traffic
23. Warning of a Change in Direction or Narrowing of Roadway
24. Yield Right of Way
(Answers on page 31.)

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TRAFFIC SIGN IDENTIFICATION

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 PEDESTRIANS
Drivers and pedestrians both are responsible for traffic safety. Drivers should always be prepared to
yield the right of way and should not drive unnecessarily close to pedestrians.

TUNNEL AND PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS

A pedestrian tunnel or pedestrian crossing bridge should be used when available.

ROADWAYS
Pedestrians must not walk on a roadway unless there is no sidewalk or shoulder next to it. Under these
conditions, pedestrians should always walk as close to the outside edge of the road as possible. In
two-way traffic, pedestrians should walk facing oncoming traffic. If a highway does not have a sidewalk
but has a shoulder, pedestrians should always walk on the shoulder as far from the roadway as pos-
sible. Pedestrians should not walk on a roadway when under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

PEDESTRIANS WITH DISABILITIES

When approaching a pedestrian with a disability who is utilizing a guide dog, a white cane, a wheelchair
or other assistive device on a sidewalk or roadway, the pedestrian has the right of way and is granted
the same rights as any pedestrian.

JOGGERS/WALKERS
Joggers/walkers should use jogging paths when provided. On public roads, joggers/walkers should try to
select wide roads with good shoulders. They should face oncoming traffic and remember to look and listen
for cars. At night or any time visibility is poor, joggers/walkers should be in well-lighted areas and wear
reflective clothing.

MOTORCYCLES
Motorcycle riders have the same rights and responsibilities as other roadway users. Because of their
size and vulnerability in a crash, it is important to pay special attention to motorcycles.

BICYCLES
On most roadways, bicyclists (including those on electric bikes) have the same rights and responsibili-
ties as other roadway users. The following are important laws and safety tips regarding bicyclists:
• Bicyclists are prohibited on limited-access highways, expressways and certain other marked road-
ways.
• Bicyclists are required to travel in the same direction as vehicles.
• Bicyclists should travel just to the right of faster moving traffic. However, certain hazards such as
rough surfaces, debris, drainage grates or a narrow traffic lane may require bike riders to move
toward the center of the lane.
• Drivers must yield the right of way to a bicyclist just as they would to another vehicle.
• When passing a bicyclist, motorists must do so slowly and leave at least 3 feet of passing space.

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• Crowding or threatening a bicyclist is prohibited.
• A motorist should not park or drive in marked bicycle lanes.
• When following bicyclists, give them plenty of room and be prepared to stop quickly. Use extra cau-
tion during rainy and icy weather. At night do not use high beams when you see an oncoming bicycle
rider.
• After parking and before opening vehicle doors, a motorist should first check for bicyclists.
• When a motorist is turning left and there is a bicyclist entering the intersection from the opposite
direction, the driver should wait for the bicyclist to pass before making the turn. Also, if a motorist is
sharing the left-turn lane with a bicyclist, stay behind them until they have safely completed their turn.
• If a motorist is turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, let the bicyclist go through the
intersection first before making a right turn. Remember to always signal when turning.
• Low-speed electric or gas bicycles must have a motor of less than 1 horsepower and must be oper-
ated by a person who is at least age 16.
• Low-speed electric and gas bicycles may only be driven on streets and may not exceed 20 mph.
They may not be driven on sidewalks.
• Low-speed and electric bicycles must follow all laws applicable to bicyclists.

For more information, an Illinois Bicycle Rules of the Road booklet is available at your local Driver
Services facility or at www.cyberdriveillinois.com.

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 WRITTEN EXAM — SAMPLE QUESTIONS
Place an “x” next to the correct answer.
1. Cellphone use while driving is permitted as 7. When on a two-lane roadway, drivers must
long as the driver is using a hands-free stop their vehicle if approaching a stopped
device. school bus with its red warning lights flashing
■ True ■ False and stop signal arm extended.
■ True ■ False
2. Illinois law requires children under age 8 to
be secured by a restraining system or seat 8. When an authorized vehicle using its sirens
belt when traveling in a motor vehicle. and flashing lights approaches a vehicle,
■ a. Anywhere in the vehicle. the driver should pull to the right-hand edge
■ b. In the front seat only. of the roadway and wait for the emergency
■ c. In the back seat only. vehicle to pass.
■ d. Never, this is not a law. ■ True ■ False

3. A parent or legal guardian may request that 9. Your driving privileges will be suspended
the driver’s license of a minor be canceled if you are convicted of illegally passing a
at any time prior to age 18. stopped school bus.
■ True ■ False ■ True ■ False

4. When passing another vehicle, a driver 10. A driver may pass another vehicle by driv-
should wait until the entire car being passed ing on the shoulder of the road.
is visible in the rearview mirror before turn- ■ True ■ False
ing back into the right-hand lane.
■ True ■ False 11. It is permissible to make a right turn against
a red signal light after stopping and yielding
5. After making a complete stop and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians.
to traffic or pedestrians within the intersec- ■ True ■ False
tion, it is permissible for drivers on a one-
way street to turn left at a red light onto 12. A driver must give the right- or left-turn sig-
another one-way street that moves traffic to nal when changing lanes.
the left. ■ True ■ False
■ True ■ False
13. In urban areas, drivers moving out of an
6. How should a driver proceed if within an alley, building, private road or driveway do
intersection waiting to make a left turn and not need to come to a complete stop before
the traffic signal light turns red? entering the roadway if the roadway is clear
■ a. Wait in the intersection until the light of traffic.
turns green. ■ True ■ False
■ b. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete
the turn. 14. For what distance should a continuous turn
■ c. Make sure it is clear, then back up signal be given when making a left or right
from the intersection. turn in a business or residential district?
■ a. Not less than 50 feet before turning.
■ b. Not less than 75 feet before turning.
■ c. Not less than 100 feet before turning.

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15. When waiting at an intersection and the traf- 22. When parked, drivers may open car doors
fic signal light turns green, a driver should on the side on which traffic is moving only
look to the left and then right before pro- when it can be done safely and without
ceeding into the intersection. interfering with traffic.
■ True ■ False ■ True ■ False

16. What should drivers do when approaching 23. It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-
a construction area? way roadway within 100 feet of an intersec-
■ a. Increase their speed to get out of the tion or railroad crossing.
way quickly. ■ True ■ False
■ b. Slow down, stop all wireless tele-
phone communications and yield the 24. Only vehicles displaying special plates or
right of way. parking placards for persons with disabili-
■ c. Honk their horn several times to alert ties may park in spaces reserved for them
individuals working in the area of their by an official PARKING FOR PERSONS
presence. WITH DISABILITIES sign.
■ True ■ False
17. Drivers are not required to yield to pedestri-
ans in a crosswalk. 25. Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not
■ True ■ False break into the line of a funeral procession.
■ True ■ False
18. It is permissible for anyone to wear a head-
set while driving. 26. When a motorist is turning right and a bicy-
■ True ■ False clist is approaching on the right, the
motorist must allow the bicyclist to go
19. Speed should be reduced below the posted through the intersection first before making
speed limit for which of the following rea- the turn.
sons: ■ True ■ False
■ a. Driver is driving in unfavorable weath-
er conditions. 27. A driver does not need to allow as much
distance when following a motorcycle as
■ b. Driver is approaching and crossing an
when following a car.
intersection.
■ True ■ False
■ c. Both of the above.
28. Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full
20. Slow vehicles should use the right-hand
width of a traffic lane; therefore, a driver
lane except when passing or making a left
should pass a motorcycle the same way as
turn.
passing another vehicle.
■ True ■ False
■ True ■ False
21. When must a driver slow down for a school
29. When following a vehicle at night it is impor-
zone?
tant to dim your high beams.
■ a. On school days between 7 a.m. and 4
■ True ■ False
p.m. when children are present and
signs are posted.
30. When approaching a disabled pedestrian
■ b. On weekends.
using a guide dog, white cane or other
■ c. Only during recess. assistive device, a driver should yield the
right of way.
■ True ■ False
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31. If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentra- 39. If you are involved in a traffic crash, you
tion of .08 percent or more, an individual’s should stop your vehicle in a safe, well-light-
driving privileges will be suspended for at ed public place that does not obstruct traffic,
least six months. if able to do so.
■ True ■ False ■ True ■ False

32. Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal 40. Driving privileges may be revoked for giv-
motor vehicle crashes. ing false information to the Secretary of
■ True ■ False State’s office.
■ True ■ False
33. What is the only effective way to remove
alcohol from the body? 41. What should a driver do when approaching
■ a. Strong coffee. a traffic control signal that is not in opera-
■ b. Time. tion?
■ c. Cold shower. ■ a. Come to a full stop and yield the right
of way before entering the intersec-
34. If a driver is arrested for DUI and refuses to tion.
submit to testing, driving privileges will be ■ b. If the intersection is clear, the driver
suspended for 12 months. does not need to stop.
■ True ■ False ■ c. Drive quickly through the intersection
to get out of the way of other vehicles.
35. A driver whose license has been revoked
as a result of DUI must meet several 42. If a traffic light shows both a red light and a
requirements, including an evaluation for green arrow at the same time, a driver may
alcohol and drug problems and paying a not turn in the direction of the arrow until
reinstatement fee, to regain his/her license. the red light has changed.
■ True ■ False ■ True ■ False

36. It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive 43. Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway
with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their marked with a single solid yellow line on
system. their side of the center line.
■ True ■ False ■ True ■ False

37. Regardless of fault, a crash report must be 44. A railroad crossing sign should be treated
filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash the same as a yield sign.
involves death, bodily injury or property ■ True ■ False
damage of more than $1,500 (or more than
$500 if a vehicle is uninsured). 45. All vehicles are required to stop within how
■ True ■ False many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad
crossing when a train is approaching?
38. Before a driver can regain driving privileges ■ a. between 15 and 50 feet.
after losing them for failure to pay for dam- ■ b. between 5 and 10 feet.
ages caused by a crash, the driver must file ■ c. 10 feet.
proof of financial responsibility with the
Secretary of State’s office. 46. When approaching a railroad crossing that
■ True ■ False has no warning signals (such as electric
flashing lights or gates), a driver should
look, listen and slow down.
■ True ■ False
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47. After a train clears a crossing that has 55. Drivers who become stranded in blizzard con-
flashing signals, drivers may proceed after ditions should remain in their vehicles.
checking for a second train on another ■ True ■ False
track and the lights have stopped flashing.
■ True ■ False 56. When experiencing a tire blowout, the driv-
er should immediately apply the brakes and
48. If moving with a stream of vehicles across a quickly pull off the side of the road.
railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track ■ True ■ False
for a short period of time.
■ True ■ False 57. If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should
apply the brakes and steer in the opposite
49. The road surface of a bridge may be dan- direction of the skid.
gerous in winter due to becoming icy while ■ True ■ False
the rest of the roadway remains clear.
■ True ■ False 58. Illinois law requires that headlights be on
when atmospheric conditions require the
50. When driving in fog a driver should turn on use of windshield wipers.
the high-beam headlights to increase the ■ True ■ False
field of vision.
■ True ■ False 59. After being pulled over by law enforcement,
a driver should immediately exit the vehicle
51. Most rear-end collisions are caused by the and quickly approach the officer’s squad car.
vehicle in back following too closely. ■ True ■ False
■ True ■ False
60. Within how many feet is a driver required to
52. The three-second rule helps the driver dim the highbeams before meeting another
determine a safe following distance. vehicle?
■ True ■ False ■ a. 250 feet.
■ b. 400 feet.
53. If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydro- ■ c. 500 feet.
plane), the driver should quickly apply the
brakes. 61. Taillights are not required to be illuminated
■ True ■ False after dark.
■ True ■ False
54. If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off
the pavement, a driver should ease off the 62. Your car must have a horn that can be
accelerator, allow the vehicle to slow down heard from a distance of 200 feet.
and gently steer back onto the pavement. ■ True ■ False
■ True ■ False

(Answers on page 31.)

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 PARKING PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
The Office of the Secretary of State issues Persons with Disabilities license plates and parking plac-
ards to those who qualify under the Illinois Vehicle Code’s definition for persons with disabilities and
the Illinois Identification Card Act.

APPLICATION
To receive Persons with Disabilities license plates or a parking placard, an application must be com-
pleted by the applicant and his/her physician. A licensed physician must certify on the application that
the applicant has one of the qualifying disabilities. The application also must include the applicant’s
date of birth, gender and driver’s license or state ID card number.
Applications are available from your local Driver Services facility or by contacting: Persons with
Disabilities License Plates/Placard Unit, 501 S. Second St., Rm. 541, Springfield, IL 62756.
Applications also are available at www.cyberdriveillinois.com.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES LICENSE PLATES

Persons with permanent disabilities may obtain disability plates for vehicles titled in their name. An
immediate family member residing in the same household may obtain one set of plates if the qualifying
person with disabilities does not own a vehicle and must rely on someone else for transportation. If a
person does not meet the above criteria, he/she is only eligible for a permanent parking placard.
Corporations, school districts and special education cooperatives that trans-
port persons with disabilities also are eligible for disability plates; however, if
the corporation transports passengers for compensation, the plates are not
allowed.

PARKING PLACARDS
The Secretary of State’s office also issues parking placards free to persons with disabilities. There are
four different types of placards (see below).

METER-EXEMPT PERMANENT TEMPORARY ORGANIZATION

PERMANENT
Placards are BLUE Placards are RED and Placards are GREEN
Placards are YELLOW- and issued to persons valid for the length of and issued to organiza-
AND-GRAY STRIPED with permanent dis- time indicated by the tions that transport per-
and issued to persons abilities. Holders are certifying physician, not sons with disabilities.
with a permanent dis- NOT exempt from pay- to exceed six months if The placard expires in
ability. Holders are ing parking meter fees. issued by the Secretary April 2022.
exempt from paying The placard expires on of State and 90 days if
parking meter fees. The the holder’s birthdate issued by a local munic-
placard expires in 2022 in 2022. ipality.
of the month punched.

IMPORTANT: The authorized holder of disability plates and/or a parking placard must be
present and must enter or exit the vehicle at the time parking privileges are being used.

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JESSE WHITE
Secretary of State • State of Illinois

Persons with Disabilities Certification for Parking Placard/License Plates

NOTE TO ALL DISABILITY LICENSE PLATE OWNERS: If you have a disability license plate, you must execute this certification and renew your disability
parking placard.
DIRECTIONS: Both sides of this document must be signed and completed. Applicants complete the appropriate section (Part 1 for applicant or Part 4 for fam-
ily members driving a person with disabilities). The applicant’s physician, advanced practice nurse, optometrist, chiropractor or physician’s assistant MUST
complete Part 2. If the applicant is also applying for meter-exempt parking, his or her physician, advanced practice nurse, chiropractor or physi-
cian’s assistant must also complete Part 3.
PART 1: Applicant Information
I hereby certify that I meet the definition of a person with a disability as provided in 625 ILCS 5/1-159.1, and I certify that my physical condition entitles me to the
issuance of a Persons with Disabilities Parking Placard/License Plates. By affixing my signature below, I understand that the parking placard/license plates may
not be used unless I am the driver or passenger of the vehicle.
WARNING: Misuse of a parking placard/plates or making a false application may result in revocation of your placard/plates, a 12-month suspen-
sion or revocation of your driver’s license and a fine of up to $1,000.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Person with Disability* Male/Female* Date of Birth*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address* City, State, ZIP Code*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address if Different From Above
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Daytime Telephone Number* Disability Parking Placard # (if any) Disability License Plate # (if any)
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Military Veteran? Yes/No* Email Address Today’s Date*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Person with Disability* Illinois Driver’s License or Illinois ID Card # of Person with Disability*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
*Required Information

PART 2: Medical Eligibility Standards and Medical Professional Certification

As a licensed physician, advanced practice nurse, chiropractor, optometrist or physician’s assistant, I certify the individual named in Part 1 has a condition that
constitutes him/her as a person with disabilities as defined in statute due to a diagnosis of: ____________________________________________________
Length of Disability: (check one)
 Permanent disability
 Temporary disability; the duration of this disability is________________________________________________ (maximum 6 months)
Check all that apply (must check at least one):
_____ Patient is restricted by a lung disease to such a degree that the person’s forced (respiratory) expiratory volume (FEV) is one second, when measured
by spirometry, is less than one liter.
_____ Patient uses a portable oxygen device.
_____ Patient has a Class III or Class IV cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association.
_____ Patient cannot walk without the assistance of a wheelchair, walker, crutch, brace, and other prosthetic device or without the assistance of another
person.
_____ Patient is severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological, oncological or orthopedic condition.
_____ Patient cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest because of one of the above five conditions.
_____ Patient is missing a hand or arm or has permanently lost the use of a hand or arm.
Medical Professional Certification
As the medical professional(s) executing this document and verifying the nature of the applicant’s disability, I understand that making a false rep-
resentation of a person’s disability for the purposes of obtaining any type of disabled parking placard or plates may result in a suspension or rev-
ocation of my driver’s license and a fine of up to $1,000.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Medical Professional’s Printed Name* Specialty* Office Telephone Number*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address* City, State, ZIP Code*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Medical Professional’s Signature* State Professional License Number* Today’s Date*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Collaborating Supervising Physician (if signed above by Supervising Physician State Professional License Number*
Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant)*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
*Required Information

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JESSE WHITE Secretary of State • State of Illinois

PART 3: Medical Eligibility for Meter-Exempt Parking and Physician’s Certification

The meter-exempt parking certification must be completed only when the applicant qualifies for meter-exempt parking. To qualify, the applicant must have
a valid Illinois driver’s license (if applicable), have an ambulatory disability described in Part 2 and also have one of the following conditions listed below.
Economic need is not a consideration for meter-exempt parking.

I hereby certify _________________________________________ , who has Illinois Driver’s License Number_____________________________

(Name of Person with Disability)
(if applicable) as listed in Part 1 of this application is also eligible for meter-exempt parking as provided by statute due to the following PERMANENT medical
condition or disability:

Check all that apply:

_____ The patient cannot manage, manipulate, or insert coins, or obtain tickets or tokens in parking meters or ticket machines in parking lots due to the
lack of fine motor control of BOTH hands.
_____ The patient cannot reach above his/her head to a height of 42 inches from the ground due to a lack of finger, hand or upper-extremity strength or
mobility.
_____ The patient cannot approach a parking meter due to his/her use of a wheelchair or other device for mobility.
_____ The patient cannot walk more than 20 feet due to an orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular or lung condition in which the degree of debilitation is
so severe that it almost completely impedes the ability to walk.
_____ The patient is under 18 years of age and incapable of driving.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Physician, Chiropractor, Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant* Today’s Date*
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Collaborating/Supervising Physician* State Professional License Number*
(if signed above by Advance Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant)
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
*Required Information

PART 4: For Parent, Legal Guardian or Immediate Family Member Only:

As a parent, legal guardian or immediate family member residing in the household of the disabled individual named in Part 1, I hereby apply for:
 Disability License Plates  Meter-Exempt Disability Parking Placard
 Temporary Parking Placard  Permanent Parking Placard
The disabled individual owns no motor vehicles, and I have primary responsibility for his\her mode of transportation. By affixing my signature below, I
understand that the disability license plates or meter-exempt parking placard may not be used unless I am transporting the disabled individual in the vehi-
cle.
WARNING: Any misuse of the disability license plates or meter-exempt parking placard may result in revocation of the plates or placard, a 12-month
suspension or revocation of your driver’s license and a fine of up to $1,000.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent, Legal Guardian or Immediate Family Member Name* Relationship to Person with Disability*

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address* City, State, ZIP Code*

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address if Different From Above

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent, Legal Guardian or Immediate Family Member Name* Illinois Driver’s License Number of Parent, Legal Guardian or Family Member*

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Daytime Telephone Number* Today’s Date*

_________________________________________________________________________________________________
*Required Information

Temporary Disabled Parking Placard applications may be taken to any Secretary of State facility or mailed to the following
address. Permanent Disabled Parking Placard applications must be mailed to: Secretary of State, Persons with Disabilities
License Plates/Placard Unit, 501 S. Second St., Rm. 541, Springfield, IL 62756.

FOR SECRETARY OF STATE OFFICE USE ONLY

Parking Placard Number: ______________________________________ Expiration Date: _____________________________________________

Issued By: __________________________________________________ Issue Date: _________________________________________________

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 DRIVER ANALYSIS DIVISION
Office of the Secretary of State 2701 S. DIRKSEN PARKWAY
SPRINGFIELD, IL 62723

Driver Services Department 217-782-7246

www.cyberdriveillinois.com

Medical Report
Please see guidelines at www.cyberdriveillinois.com, search for Medical/Vision Conditions for completion of form.

SECTION I — To be completed by driver. (Please print or type.)

Name:___________________________________________________ Driver’s License Number: _________________________________

Last First Middle

Street Address: ________________________________________ Date of Birth: _______________________ Gender: ■ Male ■ Female

Month Day Year

City: ___________________________________________________________________________ ZIP Code: ________________________

Agreement/Release of Information
I agree to remain under the care of my physician and follow the treatment exactly as prescribed. I hereby authorize and request my physician
to release information regarding my medical condition to the Illinois Secretary of State, and to report any change in the status of my condition
that would impair my ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. I understand that failure to abide by the conditions set forth in this agreement
are grounds for the Secretary of State to deny or cancel my driving privileges. This report shall remain valid for three months (90 days).

__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Signature of Individual Date of Signature

SECTION II MEDICAL HEALTH — To be completed by MD/DO and/or medical professional (NP/PA).

DATE OF COMPLETION OF MEDICAL HEALTH SECTION II: _____________________________________

1. Required: In your professional opinion, is this individual MEDICALLY FIT to safely operate a motor vehicle? YES ■ NO ■
2. Conditions: Yes or No required for each condition listed.
(a) Cardiovascular YES ■ NO ■ (provide condition)_______________________________________________
(b) Neurological YES ■ NO ■ (provide condition)_______________________________________________
(c) Musculoskeletal YES ■ NO ■ (provide condition)_______________________________________________
(d) Respiratory YES ■ NO ■ (provide condition)_______________________________________________
(e) Seizure YES ■ NO ■ (provide condition)_______________________________________________
(f) Diabetes YES ■ NO ■
(g) Dizzy/Fainting Spell YES ■ NO ■
(h) Alcohol/Drug Abuse YES ■ NO ■
(i) Other Medical Condition(s) (provide condition)_______________________________________________
*For mental health disorders, please refer to Section III-Mental Health.
3. List all current medications. (If medications are listed, a condition must be disclosed above in Question #2.) _____________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. ■ No medications prescribed.
5. Required: Current Status of Condition:
(A) Controlled ■ (B) Not Controlled: will not affect driving ■ (C) Not Controlled: may affect driving ■
(If Not Controlled is marked, you must provide details, which may include pertinent clinical information, i.e., test results, lab
values.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(continued on back)
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 PATIENT’S NAME: ________________________________________________

6. Required: In the past six months, has the driver’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle been impaired (due to any reason) or has
driver experienced an attack of unconsciousness? YES ■ NO ■ Date of Attack: ___________________
(If YES, you must provide details, which may include pertinent clinical information.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
7. Date of last impaired ability to safely operate a motor vehicle or attack of unconsciousness. Date: ___________________
(You must provide details, which may include pertinent clinical information.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SECTION III MENTAL HEALTH — To be completed ONLY if driver has a Mental Health Disorder marked “YES” by MD/DO and/or medical
professional (NP/PA).
Mental Health Disorder: YES ■ NO ■
DATE OF COMPLETION OF MENTAL HEALTH SECTION III: _____________________________________
1. Required: In your professional opinion, is this individual MENTALLY FIT to safely operate a motor vehicle? YES ■ NO ■
2. Mental Health Disorder Diagnosis/Condition(s): _____________________________________________________________________
3. List all current mental health medications. (If medications are listed, a condition must be disclosed above in Question #2.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. ■ No medications prescribed.
5. (A) Controlled ■ (B) Not Controlled: will not affect driving ■ (C) Not Controlled: may affect driving ■
(If Not Controlled is marked, you must provide details, which may include pertinent clinical information, i.e., test results, lab values.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SECTION IV — Additional information, special restrictions, etc.

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SECTION V — MD/DO and/or medical professional (NP/PA) — Failure to provide license information will result in return of form to
the driver.

(Unacceptable Signatures: Chiropractors, Podiatrists, Residents, Fellows, Interns, RN’s, LPN’s, Co-signatures)

MEDICAL:

______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
Provider Name (PRINTED) Medical Provider’s Address (PRINTED/STAMPED)

______________________________________________________ ( )
_______________________________________________________
Professional License Number/State License Issued Telephone Number

______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
Provider’s SIGNATURE — Date of Completion ■ MD ■ DO ■ NP ■ PA Provider’s Specialty

MENTAL:

______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
Provider Name (PRINTED) Medical Provider’s Address (PRINTED/STAMPED)

______________________________________________________ ( )
_______________________________________________________
Professional License Number/State License Issued Telephone Number

______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
Provider’s SIGNATURE — Date of Completion ■ MD ■ DO ■ NP ■ PA Provider’s Specialty

PLEASE MAINTAIN A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS.

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 VISION SPECIALIST REPORT DRIVER FACILITY CONTROL #
Secretary of State
I. APPLICANT INFORMATION/TO BE FILLED OUT BY APPLICANT PLEASE PRINT State of Illinois
Name Last First Middle Driver’s License Number

Street Address Birth Date Gender

❏ M ❏ F
Month Day Year

City County ZIP Code

Telescopic Readings On Reverse

I authorize release of the report of this examination to the Secretary of State, Driver Services Department, Springfield, IL, for confidential use on my
driving record. This report is valid for six (6) months from the examination date below.

___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________
Applicant Signature Telephone Number (Telescopic Lens Wearer Only)

II. ACUITY SECTION

READINGS THAT INDICATE A PLUS (+) OR MINUS (-) ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. (example: 20/40-1 or 20/100+2)

Vision Specialist Examination Certification Specialist – Check All Applicable Items:

Acuity Both Right Left
■ Daylight Driving Only
With correction 20/ 20/ 20/ ■ Left and Right Outside Rearview Mirrors
■ Applicant Would Not Accept Correction
Without correction 20/ 20/ 20/

Secretary of State Minimum Visual Screening Standards – Acuity FOR SECRETARY OF STATE USE ONLY
Acuity: No restrictions = 20/40 binocular (without corrective lenses) REVIEW HOST FOR: ■ Peripheral Reading
Daylight driving only = 20/41 to 20/70 (with best correction binocular) _______________
Failure = 20/71 or less (binocular) ■ Acuity Reading (Initials)
Left and right outside rearview mirror ≥ 20/100 (monocular)

III. PERIPHERAL SECTION

Minimum Visual Screening Standards—Peripheral

Peripheral: – Monocular = 70° temporal and 35° nasal Vision Specialist Examination Certification
(105° total field)
– Binocular = 140° total temporal field Left Eye Right Eye Total Field of
Temporal Reading Temporal Reading Vision*
+ =
_______________° _______________° _______________°
(140° or greater – qualification with no
restrictions. If 139° or less see below.)
* If the total field of vision above equals less than 140°, the applicant may still be able to qualify for a driver’s license with restrictions. Screen each eye individually
by finding a temporal and a nasal reading. At least one eye must have a minimum temporal reading of 70° and a minimum nasal reading of 35° for a total of 105°
to qualify with a restriction of both a left and a right outside rearview mirror. If neither eye has at least 70° temporal and 35° nasal, the applicant is not
qualified to be licensed to drive in Illinois.
Complete only if applicant received less than 140° total field of vision above:
Left Eye Right Eye
Temporal Nasal Total Temporal Nasal Total
+ = + =
_____________° _____________° _____________° _____________° _____________° _____________°
IV. FOLLOWUP REQUIREMENTS
Specialist check all applicable items: 2. ❏ Corrective lens(es) were accepted, checked and approved.
1. ❏ OPINION - Required ONLY if driver is currently canceled due to a Date: ___________________________
previous vision report indicating driver is NOT visually safe to operate 3. ❏ Condition deteriorating and/or warrants monitoring (please explain)
a motor vehicle. ______________________________________________________
❏ In my professional opinion, this individual is NOT visually fit to If Question 3 is marked, recommendation for re-examination MUST be
safely operate a motor vehicle. indicated below:
❏ In my professional opinion, this individual is visually fit to safely ❏ 3 months ❏ 6 months ❏ 12 months ❏ Other
operate a motor vehicle.
V. MEDICAL PROVIDER
I certify that I have examined the eyes of the above-named individual and that a true record of my examination appears hereon.

Date of Examination:________________________Provider’s Signature (Stamped signatures unacceptable): ___________________________________________

Professional License Number and State License Issued: ___________________________________________________________________ MD/DO ■ OD ■
Business Address: _______________________________________________ City/ZIP Code: ___________________________________________________
Telephone Number: ______________________________________________

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 This Side to be Completed for Prescription Mounted Telescopic Lens Wearers ONLY.
Sections I, IV and V (front) and the following sections must be completed for prescription spectacle mounted telescopic lens wearers.
Applicants who qualify to drive with the use of a prescription telescopic lens arrangement are restricted to driving during daylight
hours only, unless otherwise indicated, and are eligible for a Class “D” driver’s license only.

VI. TELESCOPIC ACUITY SECTION:

READINGS THAT INDICATE A PLUS (+) OR MINUS (-) ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. (example: 20/40-1 or 20/100+2)
Vision Specialist Examination Certification (all readings below must be completed)

Secretary of State Minimum Visual Screening Standards – Acuity Acuity Both Right Left
– Central acuity through the telescopic lens must be ≥ 20/40
Through carrier lenses 20/ 20/ 20/
– Central acuity through the carrier must be ≥ 20/100
– Left and right outside rearview mirror ≥ 20/100 Through telescopic lenses 20/ 20/ 20/
(monocular vision through telescopic lenses) Without correction 20/ 20/ 20/

VII. TELESCOPIC PERIPHERAL SECTION:

Minimum Visual Screening Standards—Peripheral

Peripheral: – Monocular = 70° temporal and 35° nasal Vision Specialist Examination Certification
(105° total field)
– Binocular = 140° total temporal field Left Eye Right Eye Total Field of
Temporal Reading Temporal Reading Vision*
+ =
_______________° _______________° _______________°
(140° or greater – qualification with no
restrictions. If 139° or less see below.)
* If the total field of vision above equals less than 140°, the applicant may still be able to qualify for a driver’s license with restrictions. Screen each eye individually
by finding a temporal and a nasal reading. At least one eye must have a minimum temporal reading of 70° and a minimum nasal reading of 35° for a total of 105°
to qualify with a restriction of both a left and a right outside rearview mirror. If neither eye has at least 70° temporal and 35° nasal, the applicant is not
qualified to be licensed to drive in Illinois.
Complete only if applicant received less than 140° total field of vision above:
Left Eye Right Eye
Temporal Nasal Total Temporal Nasal Total
+ = + =
_____________° _____________° _____________° _____________° _____________° _____________°

VIII. TELESCOPIC APPLICANT ISSUED AND RECEIVED LENS ARRANGEMENT

In your professional opinion, is there any indication that the applicant MAY NOT be capable of
safely operating a motor vehicle? ■ Yes ■ No
• The patient has been fitted for a prescription spectacle-mounted telescopic lens arrangement and has had this arrangement in his/her
possession for at least 60 days prior to the application date: ■ Yes ■ No
• Date applicant received telescopic lens arrangement: __________________________________________________________________________________
• Power of telescopic lens arrangement: (Telescopic lens(es) may not exceed 3X wide angle or 2.2X standard)
Power reading: __________________ ■ Wide ■ Standard
• The patient is safe to operate a motor vehicle during nighttime hours while using a telescopic lens arrangement: ■ Yes ■ No
(Only applicable to drivers who meet the standards to be granted nighttime privileges as per Title 92, Section 1030.75 of the Illinois Administrative Code.)
Additional comments or restrictions: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

IX. TELESCOPIC REQUIREMENTS

Has the patient completed all the following requirements AFTER the 60-day period of the new/current prescription? ■ Yes ■ No

• The patient has clinically demonstrated the ability to locate stationery objects within the telescopic field by aligning the object directly below the telescopic lens
and moving the head down and the eyes up simultaneously.
• The patient has clinically demonstrated the ability to locate a moving object in a large field of vision by anticipating future movement, so that by moving the
head and eyes in a coordinated fashion, he/she is able to locate the moving object within the telescopic field.
• The patient has clinically demonstrated the ability to remember what has been observed after a brief exposure, with the duration of the exposure progressively
diminished to simulate reduced observation time while driving.
• The patient has experienced levels of illumination, which may be encountered during inclement weather or when driving from daylight into areas of shadow or
artificial light, and the patient has clinically demonstrated the ability to successfully adjust to such changes.
• The patient has experienced walking and riding as a passenger in a motor vehicle so that he/she has a practical experience of motion while objects are chang-
ing position.

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REVIEW OF THE MOST COMMON LAWS NOT OBEYED
• Using a cellphone while driving, unless using a hands-free device.
• Wearing your safety belt.
• Coming to a complete stop at stop signs (no rolling).
• Coming to a complete stop when you are leaving your driveway, parking lot or an alley or
BEFORE you enter the street.
• Stopping BEHIND the crosswalk at a stop sign or traffic sign.
• Slowing down when you see a yield sign.
• Curbing your tires when you park on any hill.
• Using your turn signals when you pull OVER to any curb and when you pull AWAY from any
curb.
• Not backing over the center line of the street when leaving your driveway and backing to the
right.
• Turning into the inside lane when you complete a left turn into a multi-lane street or road.
• Observing ALL legal speed limits: school zone—20 mph, on school days when children are
present; city areas—30 mph, unless otherwise posted; alleys—15 mph; interstate highways—
65-70 mph, where posted; most other highways—55 mph.
• Staying on your own side of a street or highway that has no center line marked — not driving
down the middle of the street.
• Scott’s Law
Scott’s Law was passed in 2002 in honor of Scott Gillen of the Chicago Fire Department,
who was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting at a crash on a busy Chicago
expressway. Scott’s Law states:
• When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle using visual signals, yield, change to
a lane away from the emergency vehicle, and proceed with caution. If a lane change is not
possible, reduce speed and proceed with caution.
Construction Zones
• When approaching or entering a highway construction or maintenance area, slow down,
yield to any authorized vehicles or workers in the area, change to a lane away from the
workers, and proceed with caution. If a lane change is not possible, reduce speed and pro-
ceed with caution.
Penalties for Offenses
• Fines up to $10,000.
• 90-day to two-year driver’s license suspension.

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• Emergency Vehicles
• When being approached by an emergency vehicle using audible and visual signals, imme-
diately pull to the right side of the road and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass. If
stopped at an intersection with two-way traffic, remain stopped until the emergency vehicle
passes.
• Funeral Processions
Motorists encountering a funeral procession must:
• Yield the right of way to all vehicles in the procession.
• Not drive between vehicles in an organized funeral procession, except when required to do
so by a law enforcement officer.
• Not join a funeral procession for the purpose of securing the right of way.
• Not attempt to pass any vehicle in an organized funeral procession, except where a pass-
ing lane has been specifically provided.

“Emergency personnel, construction workers and motorists in

funeral processions deserve our utmost respect and consideration
on the road. We need to be responsible, law-abiding motorists
and yield the right of way to all emergency vehicles, slow down in
construction zones and use good judgment and respect when
encountering funeral processions. Be a cautious and considerate
driver and observe all traffic safety laws when sharing the road
with others.”
— Secretary of State
Jesse White

Motorists are required to stop and yield (rather than slow down or stop if need be)
to pedestrians in a crosswalk where there are no traffic signals.

To find the nearest Secretary of State facility in your area, visit

www.cyberdriveillinois.com or call:
Toll Free: 800-252-8980 / Chicago Area: 312-793-1010

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 ANSWER KEY FOR WORKBOOK SAMPLE TESTS
TRAFFIC SIGN IDENTIFICATION SECTION:

(a) 19 (b) 1 (c) 8 (d) 24

(e) 15 (f) 23 (g) 12 (h) 7
(i) 11 (j) 3 (k) 2 (l) 17
(m) 5 (n) 6 (o) 10 (p) 14
(q) 4 (r) 9 (s) 21 (t) 18
(u) 16 (v) 22 (w) 13 (x) 20

WRITTEN EXAM SECTION:

1. True 23. False 45. a
2. a 24. True 46. True
3. True 25. True 47. True
4. True 26. True 48. False
5. True 27. False 49. True
6. b 28. True 50. False
7. True 29. True 51. True
8. True 30. True 52. True
9. True 31. True 53. False
10. False 32. True 54. True
11. True 33. b 55. True
12. True 34. True 56. False
13. False 35. True 57. False
14. c 36. True 58. True
15. True 37. True 59. False
16. b 38. True 60. c
17. False 39. True 61. False
18. False 40. True 62. True
19. c 41. a
20. True 42. False
21. a 43. False
22. True 44. True

Thank you for participating in the Secretary of State Rules of the Road Review Course. The
office strives to expedite seniors, persons with disabilities and expectant mothers while vis-
iting a Driver Services facility. Depending on the facility, this may be an automated or man-
ual process. If you need additional assistance, please do not hesitate to contact a Driver
Services employee at the facility you are visiting.

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 DRIVER SERVICES FACILITIES AND HOURS
For information on holiday facility closings, please visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com and select the “Find Your Nearest Facility” link

DOWNSTATE FACILITIES *Freeport ...................... 1054 N. Riverside, Ste. C Ottawa ....................................... 404 Stevenson Rd.
Tues. ........................................ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Galena ................................ 987 Galena Square Dr. Paris ........................................... 714 Grandview St.
Wed. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. *Galesburg ..................................... 1066 E. Losey *Pekin .............................................. 200 S. 2nd St.
Sat.............................................. 7:30 a.m. to Noon Gibson City ................................ 304 W. Second St. Peoria .................................... 3311 N. Sterling Ave.
Aledo ....................................... 706 South E. 3rd St. Granite City .................................... 1810 Edison St. Pinckneyville .......................................... 404 S. First
Anna ......................................... 101A Transcraft Dr. Greenville .......................................... 321 S. 2nd St. Pittsfield ........................................ 202 W. Jefferson
Beardstown ..................................... 103 W. 15th St. Harrisburg ............................ 350 Seright St., Ste. C *Pontiac ........................................... 507 Crane St.
*Belleville ........................................... 400 W. Main Havana .............................. 210 S. Prairie Ridge Dr. Princeton ........................... 225 Backbone Rd. East
Belvidere .................. 425 Southtowne Dr., Ste. 200 *Hillsboro ..................................... 2010 School St. Quincy ............................................ 2512 Locust St.
Benton ............................................ 812 N. Main St. Hoopeston ....................................... 825 W. Elm St. Rantoul ....................................... 421 S. Murray Rd.
*Bethalto/E. Alton ......... 20 Terminal Dr., Ste. 103 *Jacksonville .................... 901 W. Morton, Ste. 13 *Roanoke .................................... 106 W. Broad St.
*Bloomington ............................... 1510 W. Market ........................Lincoln Square Shopping Ctr. *Robinson ................................... 1411 E. Main St.
Bradley .................................................... 1111 Blatt *Jerseyville .................................. 710 County Rd. *Rockford Central ............................ 3720 E. State
Cairo ..................................................... 216 10th St. Kewanee ......................................... 715 Tenney St. Salem .................................... 1375 W. Whittaker St.
Canton ............................................ 1015 W. Locust Lacon ................................................ 127 Prairie St. Shelbyville .................................... 311 N. Cedar St.
*Carbondale ............... 2516 W. Murphysboro Rd. LaSalle ................................................ 536 Third St. *Sparta .................................... 202 W. Jackson St.
Carlinville ................................ 120 Carlinville Plaza Lawrenceville ................................... 406 N. 15th St. *Springfield (No Cycle Drive... 316 N. Klein St.
*Carmi .......................................... 1128 W. Oak St. Lincoln ........................................ 2200 N. Kickapoo *Sterling ........................................ 1224 W. 4th St.
Carthage ..................................... 130 Buchanan St. *Macomb ........................................... 466 Deer Rd. Streator ............................... 201 Danny’s Dr., Ste. 6
Centralia ....................................... 418 S. Poplar St. Marion ..................................... 1905 Rendleman St. Taylorville ............................................ 1400 E. Park
Chadwick ............................................ 236 Main St. *Mattoon ............................. 2020 Charleston Ave. Tuscola ............................................ 211 S. Main St.
*Champaign ....................... 2012 Round Bard Rd. McLeansboro ................. 1105 E. Randolph St. 101 Vandalia .................... 13 Old Capitol Shopping Ctr.
Charleston ............................................ 1010 “E” St. Mendota ........................................... 108 E. 12th St. Vienna ................................................... 400 E. Vine
Clinton ............................................ 1255 IL-54 East *Metropolis .................................. 1112 W. 10th St. Waterloo .......................................... 1335 Jamie Ln.
Danville/Tilton ..................................... #5 Southgate Moline/Silvis .......................... 2001 Fifth St., Ste. 10 Watseka ...................................... 123 W. Walnut St.
*Decatur .............................. 3149 N. Woodford St. Monmouth ....................................... 330 N. Main St. Wyoming ......................................... 111 E. Williams
DeKalb .................................... 1360 Oakwood Ave. Monticello ......................................... 1205 Bear Ln.
Dixon .......................................... 925 S. Peoria Ave. *Morris ....................................... 425 East Route 6
E. St. Louis .................................... 8750 Church Ln. Mt. Carmel ................................. 219 W. Second St. Mon. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
*Edwardsville ............................... 1502A Troy Rd. Mt. Vernon ....................................... 320 E. Main St. Rockford (CDL) ........................... 4734 Baxter Rd.
*Effingham ................................. 444 S. Willow St. *Nashville ............................ 480 N. Kaskaskia St. Springfield ........................... 2701 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
*Fairfield ................................. 307 N. Market Ave. Olney ............................................. 1302 S. West St. (CDL & Cycle Drives)
Flora ............................................ 847 E. North Ave. Oregon ............................................ 1302 Pines Rd.

*CDL Written Test only

CHICAGO/METRO AREA FACILITIES COMMERCIAL TRUCK/BUS CENTERS EXPRESS FACILITIES

No CDL Written or Drives CDL Written Exams Available Anytime Vision Screening Only
Mon., Tues., Thur., Fri. ........... 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDL Drives By Appointment Only Tues. - Fri. ............................... 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wed. ................................... 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tues. ........................................ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon
Bridgeview ................................... 7358 W. 87th St. Wed. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chicago Diversey Exp. ............... 4642 W. Diversey
Chicago Hts. ................................ 570 W. 209th St. Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon Lockport Exp. ............................. 1029-31 E. 9th St.
Chicago North ......................... 5401 N. Elston Ave. Bradley ................................................... 1111 Blatt
Chicago South ........................ 9901 S. ML King Dr. Charleston ...................................... 1010 “E” Street Mon. - Fri. ..................................... 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Deerfield (No Cycle Drives).. 405 Lake Cook Rd., A6-9 Danville/Tilton .................................... #5 Southgate Orland Park .................................. 14700 S. Ravinia
Schaumburg ................................. 1227 E. Golf Rd. DeKalb ................................... 1360 Oakwood Ave.
Mon. - Fri. ................................ 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
E. St. Louis ................................ 8750 Church Lane Wheaton .......................................... 128 W. Liberty
Marion .................................... 1905 Rendleman St.
Tues. - Fri. ............................... 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Moline/Silvis .......................... 2001 Fifth St., Ste. 10 Wed., Thurs., Fri. ......................... 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon Morris ....................................... 2413 Sycamore Dr. Roscoe ............................................ 10631 Main St.
Aurora ........................................ 339 E. Indian Trail Olney ............................................ 1302 S. West St.
Chicago West ................... 5301 W. Lexington Ave. Peoria ............................................ 3311 N. Sterling Mon. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Des Plaines ......................................... 1470 Lee St. Princeton ........................... 225 Backbone Rd. East Chicago Loop .............. 69 W. Washington Pedway
Elgin ............................................... 595 S. State St. Quincy ........................................... 2512 Locust St.
Joliet ................................................ 201 Joyce Rd. Rantoul ....................................... 421 S. Murray Rd. Tues. ........................................ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Lake Zurich (CDL Written) .......... 951 S. Rand Rd. Salem ................................... 1375 W. Whittaker St. Wed. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lombard ...................................... 837 S. Westmore Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon
Melrose Park ...................... 1903 N. Mannheim Rd. Mon. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rockford Express ......................... 3214 Auburn St.
Midlothian .............................. 14434 S. Pulaski Rd. Rockford ..................................... 4734 Baxter Rd.
Naperville ........................ 931 W. 75th St., Ste. 161 SPECIAL SITES
Springfield ........................... 2701 S. Dirksen Pkwy.
Waukegan ............................ 617 S. Green Bay Rd. Elk Grove Village .......................... 650 Roppolo Dr. No Road Exams – No CDL Written
Woodstock ............................ 428 W. Eastwood Dr. South Holland ................................ 41 W. 162nd St. Mon. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Chicago Central .......................... 100 W. Randolph
Tues. - Fri. ............................... 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Lower Level)
Tues. ........................................ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sat. ................................................. 8 a.m. to Noon
Wed. - Fri. ..................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. West Chicago ................................ 1280 Powis Rd.
Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Plano (CDL Written) ...................... 236 Mitchell Dr. www.cyberdriveillinois.com
Tues. - Fri. ............................... 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Toll Free: 800-252-8980
Sat. ........................................... 7:30 a.m. to Noon Chicago Area: 312-793-1010
Lake Zurich (No Drives) .............. 951 S. Rand Rd.
(Form DLRNLB – Rev. 04/03/2019)

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