Washington D.C. Driver Handbook
Official driver handbook content, organized by chapter.
Direct answer
Washington D.C. permit-test facts: Questions: Not stated in the reviewed official source.; To pass: A passing knowledge-test result is required; numeric threshold not stated.; Minimum age: 16 years old for a learner permit; Fee: $20 learner permit fee; Re-takes: If the passing result is not used within 14 business days, the applicant must retest; ordinary failed-test wait/attempt limit is not stated; Official handbook: DC DMV Driver Manual.
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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | Not stated in the reviewed official source. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| To pass | A passing knowledge-test result is required; numeric threshold not stated. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| Minimum age | 16 years old for a learner permit | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $20 learner permit fee | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | If the passing result is not used within 14 business days, the applicant must retest; ordinary failed-test wait/attempt limit is not stated | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | DC DMV Driver Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
5 chapters
Driving Safely
Safe driving in Washington D.C. means giving the road your full attention at all times. Wear your seatbelt on every trip — buckling up is the single most effective way to survive a crash — and make sure your passengers are buckled too.
Put your phone away while driving. Texting and handheld phone use are leading causes of crashes, and stricter limits usually apply to drivers with a learner permit.
Keep both hands on the wheel and scan 10–15 seconds ahead so you have time to react to hazards.