Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 51, June 17, 2024
Part 7410.4540 - KNOWLEDGE TEST ADMINISTRATIONSubpart 1.Uniform practices.The commissioner shall practice the same testing procedures at all examination sites.
Subp. 2.Application identification required.All applicants must present identification before taking a knowledge test as required in part 7410.4300.
Subp. 3.Classroom completion required for minor.A. Before taking a knowledge test, all previously unlicensed applicants under the age of 18 must provide proof to the commissioner of having completed the classroom phase of a department-approved driver's education program.B. Proof of having completed the classroom course is satisfied by presenting a fully completed, department-authorized certificate of enrollment, with the signature of an authorized official of a department-approved or -licensed driver's education program, or presenting proof of completion in an electronic format specified by the commissioner.C. If the applicant completed driver's education in another state, an official letter or written or electronically transmitted form attesting to completion of training comparable to Minnesota's requirements and verified by a public, private, or commercial school authority is acceptable proof of completion.D. If an applicant under the age of 18 already has a permit from another state, the knowledge test may be taken to convert the permit to a Minnesota permit and proof of completion of both the required classroom and behind-the-wheel training must be presented to the commissioner before the road test may be taken.E. After passing the knowledge test, applicants who are required or desire to obtain an instruction permit shall apply as required by Minnesota Statutes, section 171.06.Statutory Authority: MS s 14.06; 171.04; 171.13; 171.165; 299A.01