Minnesota Driver Handbook
Official driver handbook content, organized by chapter.
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Minnesota permit-test facts: Questions: The Minnesota Class D written-test sources reviewed do not state a question count.; To pass: 80%; Minimum age: 15; ages 15-18 must complete the required classroom instruction and be enrolled in behind-the-wheel instruction.; Fee: $29.50 Class D instruction permit valid for 2 years; Re-takes: One written test per day; after two consecutive failures, $10 is charged for the third and each subsequent knowledge test.; Official handbook: Minnesota Driver's Manual.
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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | The Minnesota Class D written-test sources reviewed do not state a question count. | Not stated on the cited official page |
| To pass | 80% | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15; ages 15-18 must complete the required classroom instruction and be enrolled in behind-the-wheel instruction. | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $29.50 Class D instruction permit valid for 2 years | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | One written test per day; after two consecutive failures, $10 is charged for the third and each subsequent knowledge test. | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Minnesota Driver's Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
5 chapters
Driving Safely
Safe driving in Minnesota 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.