Minnesota permit test: laws, points & insurance

Points systems, suspensions, insurance, registration and other legal duties. 9 questions.

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What kind of insurance must Minnesota vehicle owners carry to drive on public roads?

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Sample laws, points & insurance questions

  1. What kind of insurance must Minnesota vehicle owners carry to drive on public roads?

    • A Collision and comprehensive insurance
    • B No-fault and liability insurance
    • C Uninsured motorist insurance only
    • D Liability insurance only
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    B. No-fault and liability insurance

    Minnesota is a no-fault state. Owners must carry both no-fault and liability insurance and keep proof of it in the vehicle at all times.

    Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, page 43

  2. If you are convicted of operating an uninsured vehicle in Minnesota, what is the maximum criminal penalty?

    • A A $300 fine and no jail time
    • B A $5,000 fine and up to one year in jail
    • C A $680 fine and up to 30 days in jail
    • D A $1,000 fine and up to 90 days in jail
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    D. A $1,000 fine and up to 90 days in jail

    Driving an uninsured vehicle can bring a fine of up to $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail. Your driving privileges and registration can also be revoked.

    Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, page 43

  3. After a crash, an officer asks for your insurance information, but you do not have it with you. How long do you have to provide it?

    • A 24 hours
    • B 10 days
    • C 72 hours
    • D 30 days
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    C. 72 hours

    At a crash, give your insurer's name and agent to the investigating officer. If you do not have the information with you, you must provide it within 72 hours.

    Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, page 42

  4. You are in a minor crash that damages only the two vehicles. No one is hurt. Must you notify law enforcement?

    • A Yes, if damage is over $500
    • B Yes, but only if it happened on a highway
    • C No, property-damage-only crashes do not require it
    • D Yes, within 24 hours
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    C. No, property-damage-only crashes do not require it

    If a crash causes only property damage, the manual says you do not need to notify law enforcement. You must still stop, exchange information and inform the owner of any other damaged property.

    Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, page 42