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WYOMING

Driver License Manual

for COMMERCIAL & HEAVY VEHICLES

AAMVA Ver 05

Adapted from the Association of American Motor Vehicle Administrators' Version 05 by the Wyoming Department of Transportation Driver Services Program

September 2017

This material is based upon work supported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under Cooperative Agreement No. DTFH6197-X-00017. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the Author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Table of Contents

WYOMING SPECIFIC CDL INFORMATION ......................................... i.i INTRODUCTION.................................................................................... 1.1 DRIVING SAFELY .................................................................................. 2.1 TRANSPORTING CARGO SAFELY...................................................... 3.1 TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS SAFELY ........................................... 4.1 AIR BRAKES ........................................................................................... 5.1 COMBINATION VEHICLES................................................................... 6.1 DOUBLES AND TRIPLES ...................................................................... 7.1 TANK VEHICLES .................................................................................... 8.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS .................................................................. 9.1 SCHOOL BUS .......................................................................................10.1 VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST .............................................................11.1 BASIC VEHICLE CONTROL SKILLS TEST.........................................12.1 ON ROAD DRIVING............................................................................13.1

WYOMING SPECIFIC CDL INFORMATION

This Section Covers

l CDL Licensing Requirements l Getting your CDL License

2017 Wyoming Commercial Driver License Manual

Drivers of the Following Types of Vehicles Must Have a CDL:

l Those weighing 26,001 or more pounds Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR); or

l Those designed to carry 16 or more passengers (including the driver); or

l Those transporting hazardous materials in quantities requiring placards (regardless of vehicle size.)

CDL Licensing Requirements

Requirements to Drive

To drive any type of vehicle legally in Wyoming, you must have a valid driver license, instruction permit, intermediate license or restricted license. Wyoming licenses are issued by the Driver Services Program of the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT).

Who Does Not Need a Wyoming License?

l Employees of the United States government operating vehicles owned or leased by the U.S. government;

l Members of the Armed Forces stationed in Wyoming, and their dependents, who have a valid license issued by their state of residence;

l Full-time students attending the University of Wyoming or a Wyoming junior college and who have a valid license from another state; and

l Any person licensed by another state which is a Driver License Compact member, unless the person chooses to have a Wyoming driver license. Such an out-ofstate license must be surrendered within one year of residency in Wyoming.

Who Cannot Get a Wyoming CDL?

l Persons under 18 years of age; l Persons whose driving privileges are suspended, can-

celed, denied or revoked in this or any other state. The Problem Driver Pointer System and other electronic systems will be checked on all applicants to verify that their privilege to drive is not withdrawn in this or any other state; l Persons who fail any portion of the required driver license examination(s); l Persons who have been judged legally incompetent; l Persons who are habitual users of alcohol or any controlled substance; l Persons who are in violation of the Immigration Laws of the United States. Some non-citizens of the U.S. may qualify for a license to drive. Immigration documents are required to determine whether or not a legal alien may be licensed. Contact your local examiner for details.

Wyoming's CDL Driver License

Operators of the following types of vehicles are exempt from CDL requirements, but must have a Wyoming Class C license: l Farm and ranch vehicles weighing 39,001 or more

pounds Gross Combination Weight Rating controlled and operated by a farmer or rancher and used in agricultural operations within a 150 air-mile radius of domicile; or l Fire fighting and related emergency equipment weighing 39,001 or more pounds Gross Combination Weight Rating ; or l Military equipment when owned or operated by the U.S. Department of Defense and operated by noncivilian personnel (including National Guard personnel while on active duty); or l Recreational vehicles weighing 39,001 or more pounds Gross Combination Weight Rating used solely as a personal conveyance for recreational and leisure-time pursuits.

Restriction Codes

Restriction codes mean that license holders may only operate a vehicle in certain circumstances or if special provisions are met.

"A" - Automatic transmission

"B" - Corrective Lenses

"C" - Mechanical Aid

"D" - Prosthetic Aid

"E" - No manual transmission - CDL only

"G" - Daylight Driving Only

"I" - Limited others (free form text)

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"J" - Valid W/out Photo and/or Signature

"K" - Intrastate Driving Only - CDL Only

"L" - Vehicle Without Air Brakes - CDL

"M" - Class B Bus - CDL

"N" - Class C Bus - CDL

"O" - No fifth wheel coupling - CDL only

"P" - No passengers - CLP Only

"R" - 4-wheel Recreational Vehicle Only

"T" - No tractor/trailer - CDL only

"V" - Must have variance letter/SPE certificate in possession - CDL only

"X" - No cargo in tank - CLP Only

"Z" - No full airbrake - CDL only

Getting your CDL License

To obtain a Wyoming driver license a person must be of sufficient age, provide legal proof of identification and then pass a written knowledge test, a vision screening and a driving test.

The following is a list of the proof of identification we will accept:

1. Valid U.S. passport or state-certified birth certificate

2. Immigration documents

3. Proof of Social Security Number (W-2 form, IRS tax form, SSN card)

4. Proof of a name change is required if your name is different than what is on your documentation, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, court order, etc.

You are also required to present two forms of proof of Wyoming residency, the following is a sample of what we will accept:

? A current utility bill with your name and residential address on it

? A current rental or lease agreement with your name and residential address on it

? A Wyoming vehicle registration in your name and residential address on it.

When licensees change their addresses, they must notify the department in writing within 10 days of the change. Forms for address changes are available at all exam locations. Licensees may also apply for a new license when they change their name, mailing address or residence. Legal proof of a name change will be required, such as marriage certificates, divorce decrees, or court orders.

Required Tests

To obtain a CDL, applicants are required to complete a series of written knowledge tests and a vision screening. The driver must obtain a CLP (Commercial Learners Permit) which is valid for 180 days. The driver must hold that permit for at least 14 days before skills testing. (Refer to License Services section for what test(s) are required.

Written Tests: All written tests are multiple choice. The passing score for a written test is 80 percent. Applicants who fail one version of a written test may take another version of the test again the same day, however, each version of the test cannot be taken more than once in the same day. The applicant is only required to retake the test they failed. A written test and the issuance of a CLP is required in a number of situations including when:

An applicant has never been previously licensed in the United States, any U.S. territory, Canadian province or Germany;

l The applicant does not have a Wyoming license, an out-of-state driver license or a driving record to surrender;

l A client's driving record indicates that his last license has been expired, suspended or denied for two years or longer (immediately prior to this application), or his privilege to drive has been revoked, cancelled or disqualified;

l The applicant is upgrading the class of his license or adding any endorsements;

l An applicant is removing the air brake restriction "L;" and the applicant is removing the Air Over Hydraulic restriction.

An applicant who possesses a CDL license with a hazmatendorsement "H" will be required to take the hazardousmaterials test upon transferring their out-of-state CDL. Clients with Wyoming CDLs will be required to retake the hazmat test if "test score tracking" does notindicate that test has been passed within the previous two years. Oral testing is available for persons who have difficulty reading or writing.

Vision Screening: A vision reading of 20/40 with both eyes is required to pass the vision screening. If you fail to meet this standard with or without glasses, you may be required to obtain a vision statement from your eye specialist. If you wear contact lenses or glasses during the vision screening, you will be required to wear them at all times while driving. A vision reading of worse than 20/40 (best possible correction) in one eye will result in a "K" restriction for intrastate driving only.

Skills Test: A skills test will consist of a vehicle pretrip inspection, a basic control skills test and an on-the-road skills test. Skills tests are conducted by appointment only.

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The state of Wyoming does not furnish vehicles for the skills testing process. Vehicles for testing must be driven to the test site by a person who holds a vaild driver's license for the class and type of vehicle used for testing.

Applicants are required to furnish vehicles for their skills test that are representative of the class of license for which they are applying. Placarded vehicles are not allowed to be used for skills testing. The vehicle must be legally registered and must meet minimum safety standards. In addition, a skills test will not be administered if there is a firearm in the vehicle.

The fee for a skills test is $80. If you fail to appear for your appointment and you did not call to cancel (you must contact the exam station to cancel within 24 hours of your appointment time) or if you fail your skills test, the $40 fee is forfeited. Should the applicant fail the skills test, he or she must reschedule for another test by contacting the exam station and paying another $80 fee.

Wyoming third-party examiners are allowed to administer the skills test only to their employees and NOT to the general public. Third-party examiners are not allowed to charge a fee for the administration of the skills test. The training and certification process for third-party examiners is provided by WYDOT at no charge.

Applicants for a Wyoming CDL, who hold a valid U.S. Military license, must pass all written tests for the class of license they currently hold.

License Services

First Wyoming License: Issued to all out-of-state license holders, those transferring their out-of-state CDL to a Wyoming CDL and all first-time drivers. Applicants should be prepared to take all phases of the examination, which include a written test, vision screening and skills test. If an applicant is under 18 years of age, a Minor's Release must be signed by a legal parent or legal guardian. The applicant's driving record will be checked through the Problem Driver Pointer System and other electronic systems for any adverse actions. The skills test (if required) will be given in a vehicle of the same class and type as the class of license being applied for.

Renewal: Issued to all applicants who hold a valid Wyoming license. Licensees over 21 years of age may renew within 120 days of expiration. Licensees under 21 years of age may renew within 90 days of expiration. All CDL licensees with the Hazardous Materials endorsement ("H" or "X") are required to appear in person to renew their Wyoming CDL licenses and present their TSA background check paperwork. Applicants must pass a vision screening. A skills test may be required any time at the discretion of the examiner.

Expired License: Persons who let their license expire must apply for a new license. These individuals should

Driver License Fees

Commercial Licenses

Original Wyoming License Renewal Class Change Instruction Permit

$50.00 $40.00 $40.00 $40.00

Non-Commercial Licenses

Original Wyoming License Restricted License Renewal Class Change Renewal of License by Mail Instruction Permit Restricted Instruction Permit Intermediate License

$40.00 $20.00 $30.00 $30.00 $30.00 $40.00 $20.00 $30.00

Other Fees

Motorcycle Endorsement Identification Card CDL Skills Test (by appointment only) Individual Driving Records Record Review Contested Hearing Non CDL Probationary License Reinstatement Fee Reinstatement Fee-Child Support Emancipated Minor Indication

$ 6.00 $10.00 $80.00 $ 5.00 $15.00 $25.00 $50.00 $50.00 $ 5.00 $ 2.00

NOTE: Fees are subject to change.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

For questions or more information, please call 307777-4800 and select option 2, email us at cdl@wyo. gov or visit dot.state.wy.us/. For information concerning Interstate Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation, hazmat placarding, etc., contact the U.S. Department of Transportation in Wyoming at (307) 772-2305. For information about intrastate operation requirements, size and weight limits, CVSA truck inspection requirements, and intrastate hazmat requirements, contact the Wyoming Highway Patrol at (307) 777-4317.

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be prepared to go through all phases of the examination process, which includes the written test(s), vision screening, and skills test. Licensees who have been disqualified or have let their CDL expire for two years or more are required to pass the written knowledge test(s), vision test and be issued a CLP for a minimum of 14 days. The skills test must be taken in a vehicle of the same class and type as the class of license being applied for.

Out-of-State Applicants: CDL holders are required to obtain a Wyoming CDL within 30 days of becoming a resident of Wyoming.

Applicants who wish to add additional endorsements to their CDL are required to pass the specific CDL knowledge and skills tests, and may be required to obtain a CLP.

Licensees who have the Hazardous Materials endorsement on their out-of-state CDL will be required to take the CDL Hazardous Materials written test before issuance of a Wyoming commercial license, and must present their TSA background check certification. Hazmat drivers failing to present a new background check will have their license expiration reduced from four years to the expiration of their current TSA check.

All drivers applying for a CDL must present a valid DOT medical certificate unless they are exempt.

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