Alabama DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Correct answer: Three years

Applicants never licensed in Alabama, or whose Alabama license expired over three years ago, must pass the driver examination.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – License Requirements

Correct answer: 15

Any person 15 years of age may obtain a restricted learner license after passing the exam.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – The Learner License and Restricted License

Correct answer: $50 fine and 1 point

First conviction: $50 and 1 point; second: $100 and 2 points; third: $150 and 3 points within 24 months.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – Alabama's Hands-Free Law

Correct answer: At least 100 feet

At least 100 feet before making the turn, signal your intentions and continue until ready to turn.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Rules for Turns

Correct answer: Before entering it

Slow down before entering curves so you can accelerate slightly while rounding them.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Rules for Turns

Correct answer: Three feet

Alabama law requires at least three feet between your vehicle and a person on a bicycle when passing.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Sharing the Road with Bicycles

Correct answer: No closer than 15 feet

Parking is not allowed within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Parking

Correct answer: .08 percent or more

It is unlawful to drive with .08 percent or more alcohol in the blood, or while under the influence.

Source: Chapter 4: The Driver – Drinking and Driving

Correct answer: Only if absolutely necessary, like fire danger

Avoid moving the injured unless it is absolutely necessary, such as threat of fire.

Source: Chapter 4: The Driver – What To Do If You Have a Crash

Correct answer: 750 feet

The round yellow sign with a black X and RR is placed 750 feet before the track.

Source: Chapter 4: The Driver – Railroad Crossings

Correct answer: Alongside the tracks toward the train

Abandon the vehicle and quickly walk alongside the tracks in the direction of the approaching train so debris won't hit you.

Source: Chapter 4: The Driver – Railroad Crossings

Correct answer: The vehicle furthest to the right

When more than one vehicle arrives at the same time, the vehicle furthest to the right goes first.

Source: Chapter 5: Signs, Signals and Road Markings – Regulatory Signs

Correct answer: By broken white lines

When a roadway has two or more lanes for traffic moving in one direction, the lanes are divided by broken white lines, which may be crossed when passing.

Source: Chapter 5: Signs, Signals and Road Markings – Pavement Markings – Lane dividers (Alabama Driver Manual, Nov 2024, PDF p. 54)

Correct answer: 500 feet

You may not cross the center line to pass on a curve or hill where you can't see at least 500 feet.

Source: Chapter 6: Traffic Laws – No Passing Zones

Correct answer: 30 days

A non-resident with a valid license from the state of previous residence may drive without an Alabama license for 30 days after becoming a resident.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – License Requirements

Correct answer: Y

A learner license is a Class D license with a "Y" restriction.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – The Learner License and Restricted License

Correct answer: $150 and 3 points

A third conviction within 24 months is a $150 fine and 3 points.

Source: Chapter 1: Your License to Drive – Alabama's Hands-Free Law

Correct answer: Just right of the center line

Turn from the inside lane, avoid a wide swing, and enter the cross street just to the right of the center line.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Rules for Turns

Correct answer: 30 mph

Statutory limits: 30 mph urban district, 35 unpaved road, 45 county paved road, 55 elsewhere, 65/70 where posted.

Source: Chapter 6: Traffic Laws – Speed Limits

Correct answer: Riders under 16

People on bicycles under age 16 must wear a securely fastened protective helmet on public roadways.

Source: Chapter 3: The Driving Task – Sharing the Road with Bicycles