Motor Vehicle Law Latest Questions with
Correct Answers
What is the NCGS Chapter for Motor Vehicle Laws?
Chapter 20.
Most motor vehicle offenses are ____________________ .
Infractions.
What is an infraction?
A noncriminal violation of the law not punishable by imprisonment. Only punishable by
monetary penalty.
What is the only exception LEOs can use for taking a person before a magistrate for an
infraction?
If a non-resident is from a state that is not part of the Non-resident Violator Compact, or the non-
resident refuses to sign the citation, then they may be taken to a magistrate to get a bond.
The Non-Resident Violator Compact includes what locations?
44 states and the District of Colombia.
What driving offense is not covered under the Non-Resident Violator Compact?
Offenses that require mandatory revocation of a person's driver license.
What does DMV stand for?
DIVISION of Motor Vehicles.
,[Remember, there is NOT a "Department" of Motor Vehicles. It is DIVISION. This may be a
test question.]
Define "Operator"
A person in actual physical control of a vehicle which is in motion or which as the engine
running.
Define "Vehicle"
a. Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn
upon a highway, except devices moved by human power or used exclusively upon fixed rails or
tracks.
b. Does not apply to horse and electric personal assistive mobility devices.
Define "Moped"
a) Has 2 or 3 wheels.
b) Has a motor.
c) Cannot go over 30 MPH on a level surface.
d) Is considered a "vehicle" but not a "motor vehicle".
Define "motor vehicle"
,Every vehicle which is self-propelled and every vehicle designed to run upon the highways
which is pulled by a self-propelled vehicle. Except as specifically provided otherwise, this term
shall not include mopeds and electric assisted bicycles.
What defines a "highway/street"?
Open to the use of the public as a matter of right for vehicular traffic.
Are "private roads" a "highway"?
No. Private roads are not streets or highways for motor vehicle laws because they are not open
"as a matter of right."
What is a Private Vehicular Area (PVA)?
The area used by the public for vehicular traffic at any time, including by way of illustration and
not limitation, any drive, driveway, road, roadway, street, alley, or parking lot upon the grounds
and premises.
What is a "driver license"?
a. Any driver's license or any other license or permit to operate a motor vehicle issued under or
granted by the laws of this State including:
i. Any temporary or learner's permit.
ii. The privilege of any person to drive a motor vehicle whether or not such person hold a valid
license; and
iii. Any non-resident's operating privilege.
What is the charge for a NC driver having their license revoked?
DWLR.
, What is the charge for a non-resident having their out of state license revoked, and then
being pulled over in NC?
NOL.
What is a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP)?
After getting a license revoked, drivers may be able to go to court to get a Limited Driving
Privilege (LDP).
What must a person do if operating a motor vehicle, and then they are lawfully stopped by
a LEO?
If in charge of a motor vehicle and driving on a street or highway, that operator MUST produce
their license when asked by an officer in uniform [GS 20-29].
What was that statute that mandates showing your ID to law enforcement for a lawful
vehicle stop?
GS 20-29.
GS 20-29 applies in what situations?
Driving a MOTOR VEHICLE and on a STREET or HIGHWAY.
What is a "driving certificate"?
Allows driving for 20 days while DMV determines whether to renew a license.
What is an "instruction permit"?
Allows a person under 18 to drive in a driver education program.
Correct Answers
What is the NCGS Chapter for Motor Vehicle Laws?
Chapter 20.
Most motor vehicle offenses are ____________________ .
Infractions.
What is an infraction?
A noncriminal violation of the law not punishable by imprisonment. Only punishable by
monetary penalty.
What is the only exception LEOs can use for taking a person before a magistrate for an
infraction?
If a non-resident is from a state that is not part of the Non-resident Violator Compact, or the non-
resident refuses to sign the citation, then they may be taken to a magistrate to get a bond.
The Non-Resident Violator Compact includes what locations?
44 states and the District of Colombia.
What driving offense is not covered under the Non-Resident Violator Compact?
Offenses that require mandatory revocation of a person's driver license.
What does DMV stand for?
DIVISION of Motor Vehicles.
,[Remember, there is NOT a "Department" of Motor Vehicles. It is DIVISION. This may be a
test question.]
Define "Operator"
A person in actual physical control of a vehicle which is in motion or which as the engine
running.
Define "Vehicle"
a. Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn
upon a highway, except devices moved by human power or used exclusively upon fixed rails or
tracks.
b. Does not apply to horse and electric personal assistive mobility devices.
Define "Moped"
a) Has 2 or 3 wheels.
b) Has a motor.
c) Cannot go over 30 MPH on a level surface.
d) Is considered a "vehicle" but not a "motor vehicle".
Define "motor vehicle"
,Every vehicle which is self-propelled and every vehicle designed to run upon the highways
which is pulled by a self-propelled vehicle. Except as specifically provided otherwise, this term
shall not include mopeds and electric assisted bicycles.
What defines a "highway/street"?
Open to the use of the public as a matter of right for vehicular traffic.
Are "private roads" a "highway"?
No. Private roads are not streets or highways for motor vehicle laws because they are not open
"as a matter of right."
What is a Private Vehicular Area (PVA)?
The area used by the public for vehicular traffic at any time, including by way of illustration and
not limitation, any drive, driveway, road, roadway, street, alley, or parking lot upon the grounds
and premises.
What is a "driver license"?
a. Any driver's license or any other license or permit to operate a motor vehicle issued under or
granted by the laws of this State including:
i. Any temporary or learner's permit.
ii. The privilege of any person to drive a motor vehicle whether or not such person hold a valid
license; and
iii. Any non-resident's operating privilege.
What is the charge for a NC driver having their license revoked?
DWLR.
, What is the charge for a non-resident having their out of state license revoked, and then
being pulled over in NC?
NOL.
What is a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP)?
After getting a license revoked, drivers may be able to go to court to get a Limited Driving
Privilege (LDP).
What must a person do if operating a motor vehicle, and then they are lawfully stopped by
a LEO?
If in charge of a motor vehicle and driving on a street or highway, that operator MUST produce
their license when asked by an officer in uniform [GS 20-29].
What was that statute that mandates showing your ID to law enforcement for a lawful
vehicle stop?
GS 20-29.
GS 20-29 applies in what situations?
Driving a MOTOR VEHICLE and on a STREET or HIGHWAY.
What is a "driving certificate"?
Allows driving for 20 days while DMV determines whether to renew a license.
What is an "instruction permit"?
Allows a person under 18 to drive in a driver education program.
