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INTERESTED IN AN EXCITING CAREERAS A STATE TROOPER?

To find out if you qualify to be one of the veryspecial people associated with DPS, contact thenearest Texas Department of Public SafetyO ffice for details or visit our website at

www.txdps.state.tx.us

.The Texas Department of Public Safety is anequal opportunity employer.

REPORT SMOKING VEHICLES

To report a smoking vehicle, visit:

www.smokingvehicle.org

or call toll free1-800-453-SMOG (7664)

STRANDED MOTORIST – NEED HELP?CALL1-800-525-5555

INTRODUCTION

This handbook has two main purposes: (1) to help you qualify for a Texas DriverLicense and (2) to help you become a safer driver.The information herein is notintended to be an official legal reference to Texas traffic laws. It is intended onlyto explain in everyday language those laws and driving practices and procedureswhich you need most often when driving in Texas. If you have a court case orother reason to know the actual language of the traffic laws, refer to the TexasTransportation Code and criminal laws in the Texas Penal Code. If you are apply-ing for a Commercial Driver License (CDL) you must study the Commercial DriverLicense Handbook. The Commercial Driver License Handbook is a differenthandbook than the one you are now reading.Persons interested in driving motorcycles and mopeds should obtain and studythe Motorcycle Handbook. All handbooks are distributed by your local DriverLicense Office(s) or can be viewed on the DPS website in PDF format.Don’t throw this handbook away after you pass your tests. Study it for referenceand keep up-to-date. To keep up-to-date with all law changes, get a new copyevery two years after the Texas Legislature has met.Questions or comments concerning this book should be sent to:DRIVER LICENSE DIVISIONTEXAS DEPARTMENTOF PUBLIC SAFETYP. O. Box 4087AUSTIN, TX 78773-0300If you have any other questions or need additional information contact your localDrivers License Office or visit our website at

www.txdps.state.tx.us

. Refer toAppendix C of this book to locate a Drivers License Office in your area of Texas.The Texas Department of Public Safety does not discriminate because of race,color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

ADA Accommodation

Persons needing accommodation under the provisions of the Americans WithDisabilities Act (ADA) should contact personnel on duty at their local DriverLicense Office. The DPS strives to accommodate all citizens who come to ourfacilities for any purpose. Persons in need of assistance who fail to receiveaccommodation may have grounds for a grievance. DPSG r i e v a n c eProcedures may be found in the Texas Administrative Code, Title 37 §1.41 orat the DPS website

www.txdps.state.tx.us.

CUSTOMER SERVICE (512) 424-2600

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Don’t MessWith Texas

UP TO$2,000 FINEFOR LITTERING

TO REPORT AN EMERGENCY IN YOUR AREA: Dial 911

If 911 is not available, dial your local Police Department orCounty Sheriffs’ Office. You may also dial the Texas Departmentof Public Safety. (Toll-Free 1-800-525-5555)

To Report Information OnMissing Persons Contact:

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYBOX 4087 AUSTIN TX 78773-0422

MISSING PERSONSCLEARINGHOUSE1-800-346-3243

(EN TEXAS)

1-800-599-SHOP(7467)

http://www.tdi.state.tx.us

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1-800-799-MAPP(6277)

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Dear Fellow Texan:Traffic safety is the primary responsibility of all highway users.Texans have traditionally accepted this responsibility by practicingsafe and courteous driving behavior.The Texas highway system is one of the most extensive highwaysystems in the nation where Texas drivers log over 187 billion trav-el miles annually. For several years, traffic fatalities were on thedecline. However, in recent years traffic fatalities have been on theincrease. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Speeding are two pri-mary contributors to this increase. The use of safety belts by alldrivers is extremely important in helping to reduce fatalities andinjuries.The responsibility for traffic safety begins with the individual driv-er. Make a personal commitment to traffic safety by carefully study-ing this handbook and striving to develop safe driving habits.Thomas A. Davis, Jr., DirectorTexas Department of Public Safety