Public Safety

See state law. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-1.4 Miss. Code Ann. § 45-1-3

1. In all cases, a one (1) week or more waiting period is required when an applicant fails a road test. 2. In case of second (2nd) failure, applicant must wait a minimum of one (1) week or a maximum of three (3) weeks. 3. In case of a third (3rd) failure, applicant must wait thir…

1. Examiner will check applicant's vehicle's horn, lights, brakes, tag, and inspection sticker. 2. If vehicle does not pass inspection, allow the person to get it repaired or return in another vehicle the same day for the road test. 3. Give the applicant the reason he/she failed …

1. Students who have a one year driver license and need a duplicate do not need an education form unless it is within two months of expiration for age eighteen (18) and two (2) weeks before expiration for ages seventeen (17) and under. 2. Anyone with a valid driver license may br…

1. Any individual that comes into a driver license station applying for a CDL permit or commercial license MUST have a valid Mississippi license. If they do not have a valid Mississippi license, they are NOT eligible to apply. 2. Before any tests are administered, first check the…

The attached booklet outlines the policies and procedures to be used for the issuance of a farm waiver CDL - Class B Restricted. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-10.10 Miss. Code Ann. §§ 45-1-3 and 63-1-201

Applicants who operate vehicles described in Miss. Code Ann. § 63-1-78 shall be exempt from the skills test upon providing proof of a safe driving record and sworn statement from an employer stating that the applicant has two (2) years' experience operating a vehicle which is equ…

1. Effective January 19, 1995, a Commercial Driver License (CDL) may be issued or renewed for individuals who meet the present vision requirements for a non-commercial driver. The CDL must be restricted to Intrastate Driving, Restriction F. 2. From and after July 29, 1996, no new…

1. The State of Mississippi, Department of Public Safety, is mandated by federal law to develop and implement a subsystem of the driver license system called the "Problem Driver Pointer System" (PDPS). This system will allow us to send "interactive" inquiries to the National Driv…

Driver License Employees are not permitted to teach CDL outside of the department. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-10.14 Miss. Code Ann. §§ 45-1-3 and 63-1-201

The Commissioner of Public Safety shall suspend the commercial driver's license of a person for such period under the Federal Motor Carriers Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986 (CMVSA) and regulations adopted pursuant thereto, if the person is determined to have committed a violatio…

1. Any applicant between the ages of seventeen (17) and twenty-one (21) can only be issued a commercial license with a restriction "F" (in-state only). 2. Any applicant between the ages of seventeen (17) and twenty-one (21) cannot be issued a HAZ/MAT endorsement. Notes 31 Miss. C…

Monthly report sheets are no longer required with the implementation of the On Line Scheduler. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-10.17 Miss. Code Ann. §§ 45-1-3 and 63-1-201

1. When applicants come in to take CDL written test, they are allowed to test for three (3) consecutive days. If after the third day they fail again, they are required to wait for seven (7) days before they may re-test. 2. There are no waiting periods for applicants scheduling CD…

1. All applicants renewing or applying for a insulin dependent commercial driver license must first obtain an application package from the Department of Public Safety. 2. Once the package is completely filled out and received at Headquarters, it will be reviewed. Once eligibility…

1. The purpose of the Security and Privacy Requirements is to make all employees who use the National Driving Record aware of the controls that are necessary to ensure that NDR information is obtained and used as prescribed by Federal law. The request and receipt of NDR informati…

1. Renewal Procedures:a. Any applicant renewing an existing Mississippi Commercial License bearing the HAZ/MAT endorsement must submit to a security threat assessment. After applicant has passed the appropriate written test:i. Go through "UPDLIC" and remove the HAZ/MAT score and …

1. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety will require a $250.00 fee per student that attends any certification class given by the Department of Public Safety. As of January 1, 2005, all Third Party Testers will be required to pay a $100.00 fee for the renewal of their Instr…

If a CDL Holder has his or her license suspended for failure to pay child support payments, that CDL Holder shall have a period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of the license suspension, as noticed by the Department of Public Safety, in order to obtain reinstatement of t…

1. An OI or SI (for commercial license) inquiry must be done for all first time original drivers (this includes out-of-state drivers). 2. If the status from OI or SI inquiry shows anything but VAL', do not issue the license, both CDL and non CDL. Write down each state and corresp…

1. You are required to call the Driver Records Dept. (or wherever you are designated to call) in order to inquire on your applicants. Those assisting you will need the following information from you in order to complete the inquiry: Full name, date of birth and Social Security Nu…

1. Anyone coming in to renew or obtain a first time commercial license are to be asked if they have missing/false limbs or joints and if they are a diabetic. Every applicant must sign a CDL Certification form. The following procedures are to be adhered to: 2. If renewing and they…

1. If an individual from another state is obtaining a Mississippi Commercial Driver License: a. You will need to issue them a Mississippi Commercial Driver License, you will need to bring all information from the CDLIS using the exact information that is on CDLIS. DO NOT issue an…

1. If a person who holds a CDL license wishes to downgrade to an operator license or Class D license, you must first check the person's current record on the computer to determine if the person's current status is valid. If the current status is valid, follow departmental procedu…

1. Miss. Code Ann. § 63-1-75, Subsection (o), defines gross vehicle weight rating as meaning the value specified by the manufacturer as the maximum loaded weight of a single or a combination (articulated) vehicle, or registered gross weight, whichever is greater. The gross vehicl…

There will be a $2.00 photo fee in addition to the regular $10.00 fee currently charged for a commercial driver license learner's permit. A hard copy learner's permit will be issued to replace the current paper learner's permit. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-10.9 Miss. Code Ann. §§ 4…

1. See that driver license offices are properly equipped and supplied. 2. See that regional supervisors are informed of manpower needs. 3. See that all deposits for receipts collected are made according to State Statute (on the first working day following the collection of said f…

Voter Registration Forms will be handled as follows: 1. The examiner will ask each applicant, eighteen (18) years or older, if they would like to register to vote. 2. The examiner will make sure that the appropriate box is marked and that the application is properly completed. 3.…

All driver licenses and identification cards issued by the Department of Public Safety shall be of the same format. The name and address and all other personal information appearing on the license or identification card shall be in black print. No license shall denote place of em…

The Department of Public Safety shall suspend the driving privileges of an operator based on the following points accumulated within a three (3) year period: 15-29 points : Warning 30-39 points : Probation 40-44 points : 30-day suspension 45-49 points : 60-day suspension 50+ poin…

1. When an applicant comes in to take a test, you MUST first check to see if they have already been entered into the ADLTS system. This procedure is done by using the "search edit applicant". 2. When entering an applicant into the ADLTS system, you must enter both a driver licens…

1. Pursuant to House Bill 506, which amended Mississippi Code Section 97-37-7, the Gun Permits Division of Driver Services shall recognize individuals that have received advanced training in weapons handling and Mississippi laws relative to concealed carry with an enhanced endors…

In order for an individual that has received a license suspension under the State of Mississippi's Implied Consent Laws to be eligible for reinstatement, they must provide to the Department, in addition to other requirements at law, proof of financial responsibility in the form o…

All DL-4 form's (application) for driver license must be stamped LPDE if the applicant attends drivers' education and is fourteen (14) years old. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-2.1 Miss. Code Ann. § 45-1-3

1. It shall be the responsibility of the District Supervisor to go to the approved schools to administer the learner's permit test to the driver education students. 2. A driver education class should have a minimum of twenty (20) students before tests are given at a school. 3. If…

1. Please incorporate the enclosed memorandum from the State Department of Education Supervisor for the Driver Education Programs into your Driver Services Policy Manual. 2. Please do not deviate from these procedures. 3. Fact Sheet: a. Any driver license issued to an applicant u…

Will Accept any Valid Learner's Permit Subject to Restrictions Mandated by the Issuing State: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York (not valid in New York City), Oh…

Will Accept any Valid Learner's Permit Subject to Restrictions Mandated by the Issuing State as Long as a Person is At Least 15 Years or More of Age: 1. 15 Years of Age - Idaho and Minnesota 2. 15+ Years of Age - Colorado and Missouri (15 + 6 months) - Maryland (15 + 9 Months) - …

Will Accept any Valid Learner's Permit Subject to Restrictions Mandated by the Issuing State as Long as a Person is At Least 16 Years of Age: Alaska, California (good for 10 days only), Connecticut (must have a licensed driver with him who has had a license for at least four year…

Will Accept any Valid Learner's Permit Subject to Restrictions Mandated by the Issuing State as Long as the Other State Accepts Theirs (Reciprocity): Rhode Island and South Dakota. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-2.15 Miss. Code Ann. § 45-1-3

Arizona, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Hawaii, New Hampshire, South Carolina, Vermont, and Washington. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-2.16 Miss. Code Ann. § 45-1-3

There will be a $2.00 photo fee in addition to the $1.00 fee currently charged for a regular driver license learner's permit. A hard copy learner's permit will be issued to replace the current learner's permit. Notes 31 Miss. Code. R. 1-2.17 Miss. Code Ann. § 45-1-3

Any person at least fourteen (14) years of age may obtain a learner's permit if they are enrolled in a certified driver education program. The permit can only be used as an instructional permit for operating the driver education car only. When the applicant reaches the age of fif…

There are two types of permits issued by the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol, the regular Temporary Permit and the Driver Education Temporary Permit. The regular Temporary Permit is mandatory under Miss. Code Ann. § 63-1-21 amended. Anyone fifteen (15) years of age or older who…

1. The applicant must be at least fifteen (15) years old. 2. The applicant must first obtain an application for Mississippi Driver License (Form DL-4). This form must be printed in ink (preferably black) or typed. 3. Applicants less than seventeen (17) years of age must have this…

1. Miss. Code Ann. § 37-25-7, provides for a temporary permit issued to certain students for the purpose of driver education. a. Requirements for obtaining the driver education temporary permits: i. The student must be at least fourteen (14) years of age. ii. The student must mee…

1. Each student making application for either type of temporary permit should be taught by the Mississippi Driver Manual and should be thoroughly familiar with its contents prior to permit test date. 2. The instructor should check each student's application for completeness again…