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however, all efforts are made to keep information accurate .  \nTATE REEVES  \nGOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI  \nOperating a vehicle is an exciting privilege that should be taken seriously. Learning and following the rules of the road are the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from harm while traveling the roadways of our great state.  \nEach year, thousands of motorists are injured or lose their lives. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents. Like I tell my girls as I teach them to drive, your focus should be on the road-do not text and drive. Keep yourself and others safe by learning, understanding, and obeying the traffic laws outlined in this manual.  \nMake certain that you and your passengers buckle up your seat belts every time you travel in a motor vehicle. Seat belts have proven to save lives. Buckle up; it is the law. Also, take special care in school zones and when sharing the road with bicyclists.  \nI wish you the best as you prepare to become a licensed, responsible driver. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety and the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol strive for “Courtesy, Service, and Safety,”and stand ready to assist you in any way.  \nSEAN TINDELL  \nMISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSIONER  \nCongratulations on taking the first step towards becoming a licensed driver in Mississippi. In this manual, you will find the rules that govern the operation of motor vehicles on our roadways. This manual will also help you prepare for the required examination.  \nAs a licensed driver, you will be able to travel freely and enjoy our great state and nation. However, driving is a privilege and should be taken very seriously. Lives are saved each day when drivers follow the rules of the road and practice safe driving habits. We encourage you to learn and obey the rules outlined in this manual.  \nThe Mississippi Department of Public Safety and the Mississippi Highway Patrol are committed to making your driving experience as safe as possible. We are here to assist if you have trouble on the roadways. If you need additional information, [please visit our website at www.dps.ms.gov](please visit our website at www.dps.ms.gov).  \n| \u003Cbr>Keep Mississippi Beautiful!\u003Cbr>Mississippi is one of the most beautiful states in the nation. Show pride in that beauty. Never toss litter from your vehicle, let trash blow out of your vehicle, or dump garbage on the roadside. Any person found guilty of littering on Mississippi’s roads, highways, interstates, or within their rights-of-way shall be fined. This offense is easily preventable: Keep a trash bag in your vehicle and dispose of your trash\u003Cbr>responsibly. |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| FEES FOR ORIGINAL & RENEWAL LICENSES Regular License, Class R —4 year—\u003Cbr>—8 year— $24.00\u003Cbr>$47.00 Regular License, Class R (driver under 21 years old) —4 year— $24.00 Learner’s Permit $7.00 Commercial License, Class D —4 year— $29.00 —8 year— $57.00 Identification Card —4 year— $17.00 —8 year— $33.00 Motorcycle Endorsement —4 year— $5.00 —8 year— $10.00 | OTHER FEES Duplicate License $11.00 Late Fee $1.00\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>FEE PAYMENT\u003Cbr>All offices accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.\u003Cbr>Credit/debit cards must be Visa/ MasterCard. NO CHECKS. |\n\nContents  \nLICENSE REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 10  \nMILITARY PERSONNEL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS ................................................................................................................. 12  \nTYPES OF LICENSES & PERMITS ...","cbCaiiFaov6JTilT","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiFaov6JTilT","pdf",6817075,92,"English","# License Requirements\n## Military Personnel and College Students\n## Types of Licenses & Permits\n## Regular Learner’s Permit\n## Regular Driver’s License (Class R)\n## Application Requirements\n## The Examination\n## Common Terms\n## Vehicle Equipment\n## Squatted Vehicle Law\n## Safe Driving Basics\n## Before You Drive\n## Pavement Markings","[{\"question\":\"What is the manual’s main goal for new drivers?\",\"answer\":\"It guides readers in learning and following traffic laws and safe driving habits while preparing for the required examination.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the manual address distracted driving?\",\"answer\":\"It warns that distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents and stresses focusing on the road and not texting while driving.\"},{\"question\":\"What safety habits does the manual emphasize?\",\"answer\":\"It emphasizes buckling seat belts every time and taking special care in school zones and when sharing the road with bicyclists.\"}]","Mississippi Driver’s License Manual - Revised December 2024 | PDF",232]