Alabama permit test: distracted & drowsy driving
Phone and texting laws, other distractions and fatigue. 5 questions.
Under Alabama's Hands-Free Law that took effect in June 2024, what is the penalty for a first conviction?
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Sample distracted & drowsy driving questions
Under Alabama's Hands-Free Law that took effect in June 2024, what is the penalty for a first conviction?
- A $25 fine and 2 points
- B $100 fine and 2 points
- C $50 fine and 1 point
- D $150 fine and 3 points
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C. $50 fine and 1 point
Alabama's Hands-Free Law, effective June 2024, targets drivers who physically hold a phone or other wireless device while driving. A first conviction brings a $50 fine and 1 point, rising to $100 and 2 points, then $150 and 3 points within 24 months.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 18
Under Alabama's Hands-Free Law, when is physically holding a phone while driving a violation?
- A When the driver is also seen weaving, swerving or changing lanes without signaling
- B Any time the phone is in the driver's hand, even when driving properly
- C Only when a child is in the car
- D Only on interstate highways
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A. When the driver is also seen weaving, swerving or changing lanes without signaling
Alabama's Hands-Free Law makes holding a wireless device a violation when the driver is also observed crossing in and out of a lane without signaling, swerving, or otherwise driving improperly. It replaced the state's older texting-only law. The safest choice is to set up hands-free use before you drive.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 18
Under Alabama's graduated license rules, may a 16-year-old restricted driver use a handheld phone while driving?
- A Yes, if the call is to a parent or guardian
- B Yes, but only while stopped at a red light
- C No, handheld communication devices are banned for them
- D Yes, after holding the license for one month
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C. No, handheld communication devices are banned for them
Drivers in Alabama's restricted (Stage II) license stage may not drive while operating any handheld communication device. Violating this extends the restricted period or can lead to suspension.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 86
What is "highway hypnosis"?
- A Glare from oncoming headlights at night
- B Drowsiness or unawareness caused by the monotony of the road
- C Dizziness from carbon monoxide in the car
- D Confusion caused by too many signs at a busy freeway interchange
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B. Drowsiness or unawareness caused by the monotony of the road
Highway hypnosis is a drowsy, unaware state brought on by the steady sound of the wind, tires and engine on long drives. Fight it by moving your eyes to different areas, reading signs, and taking breaks.
Source: Alabama Driver Manual, page 34