Alabama Learner's Permit Practice Test 2026
The Alabama knowledge exam is the written test you pass to get a Stage I learner license from ALEA. It covers traffic laws, road signs and safe driving from the Alabama Driver License Manual. These practice questions cover Alabama's own rules first, then general US rules and signs.
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Entidade responsável: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Driver License Division. Idade mínima: 15. Taxa: $5 knowledge exam fee (license fee is extra). Pratique aqui gratuitamente com 205 perguntas, cada uma com a resposta e uma explicação. Verificado com fontes oficiais em 10 de outubro de 2026.
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Resposta: D. 15
Alabama issues the Stage I learner license from age 15 after you pass the written knowledge exam.
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Resposta: D. A parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver age 21 or older in the front seat
A Stage I driver must have a parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver age 21 or older (or a licensed driving instructor) beside them in the front seat.
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Resposta: A. At least 6 months
Applicants under 18 must hold the Stage I learner license for at least six months before Stage II.
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Resposta: D. 50 hours
Alabama requires a signed form showing 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice, or proof of an approved driver education course.
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Resposta: A. Midnight to 6 a.m.
Stage II drivers may not drive from midnight to 6 a.m. unless they meet an exception such as driving with a parent or going to or from work.
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Resposta: A. Driving to or from work
Exceptions include driving to or from work, school or religious events, emergencies, and driving with a parent or an approved adult 21 or older.
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Resposta: A. One
A Stage II driver may have no more than one passenger other than parents, legal guardians, or family members.
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Resposta: A. They must not use any handheld communication device while driving
Stage II drivers must not use any handheld communication device while driving.
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Resposta: A. 17
A 17-year-old who has held a Stage II license for at least six months may move to Stage III.
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Resposta: D. The restricted period is extended by six months or until age 18
A violation extends the restricted period by six months or until the driver turns 18.
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Resposta: B. 0.02%
For drivers under 21, the limit is 0.02%. The limit for adults 21 and over is 0.08%.
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Resposta: C. 0.04%
Commercial operators are over the limit at 0.04%. School bus and daycare drivers have a 0.02% limit.
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Resposta: D. 0.02%
Alabama sets a 0.02% limit for school bus and daycare drivers, the same as for drivers under 21.
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Resposta: C. 2
Writing, sending or reading texts, instant messages or email while driving is banned, and each conviction carries 2 points.
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Resposta: C. When the driver is also seen driving improperly, such as swerving or changing lanes without a signal
The hands-free law that took effect in June 2024 applies when a driver holds a device and is also seen driving improperly, such as crossing lanes without signaling.
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Resposta: A. Every occupant, in every seat
The Alabama manual says every occupant, regardless of age, must be restrained.
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Resposta: C. Until at least age 1 or 20 pounds
Alabama requires a rear-facing infant or convertible seat until the child is at least 1 year old or 20 pounds.
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Resposta: A. 6
After a forward-facing seat (until age 5 or 40 pounds), a child must use a booster seat until age 6.
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Resposta: C. 5
Passing a stopped school bus is a 5-point violation in Alabama.
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Resposta: C. 6
Reckless driving is one of the most serious point violations, at 6 points.
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Resposta: D. 5
Speeding 26 mph or more over the limit is 5 points. Speeding 1 to 25 mph over is 2 points.
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Resposta: A. 12 or more
Twelve to 14 points in two years brings a 60-day suspension, and longer suspensions follow at higher totals.
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Resposta: B. Your license is suspended
Driving on Alabama roads means you have agreed to chemical testing (implied consent). Refusing leads to a license suspension.
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Resposta: D. At least 3 feet
Alabama law requires drivers to leave at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist.
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Resposta: C. That they have graduated or are attending school, with limited exceptions
Applicants under 19 must have graduated or be enrolled in school, shown on the school enrollment form, with limited exclusions.
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O que saber antes do exame
- You can get a Stage I learner license at age 15 after passing the written knowledge exam.
- Before Stage II, a teen needs either a signed form showing 50 hours of supervised driving or proof of an approved driver education course.
- Stage II drivers may not drive from midnight to 6 a.m. (with exceptions), may carry only one non-family passenger, and may not use handheld devices.
- The knowledge exam is offered in English and 11 other languages, and oral testing is available.
- Drivers under 21 are over the limit at a BAC of 0.02%; adults are over at 0.08%.
- Twelve or more points in two years leads to a license suspension.
Perguntas frequentes
How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Alabama?
You must be at least 15. You pass the written knowledge exam and get a Stage I learner license.
Who can ride with an Alabama learner driver?
A parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver age 21 or older must sit in the front seat. A licensed driving instructor also qualifies.
How many supervised driving hours does Alabama require?
50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice, signed off on an ALEA form, unless you complete an approved driver education course.
Can I take the Alabama permit test in Spanish?
Yes. The manual lists Spanish and 10 other languages besides English, and oral testing is also available.
When can a Stage II driver in Alabama get a full license?
At 17, after holding the Stage II license for at least six months. Breaking the Stage II rules extends the restricted period.