Illinois Permit Practice Test 5 (2026)
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From the official handbook, 2026, Sections 3, 5, 6, 7, 11, 13 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the SOS. Illinois Rules of the Road (DSD A 112)
Question 1 of 20
May an opened bottle of alcohol ride in the passenger area of your car?
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Answer: No
Drinking in a vehicle is illegal for driver and passengers (except chartered buses, motor homes and limousines).
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Question 2 of 20
How long does a driver have to report a crash in Illinois?
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Answer: 30 minutes
If no officer is at the scene, report to the nearest police station; in rural areas, the sheriff or State Police.
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Question 3 of 20
A 19-year-old is convicted of two moving violations within 24 months. What happens?
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Answer: At least a 30-day suspension
A driver remedial course may be required to get the license back.
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Question 4 of 20
After a DUI conviction, how long must you file Financial Responsibility Insurance?
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Answer: Three years
You also need an alcohol/drug evaluation, treatment or education and a hearing.
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Question 5 of 20
How many court supervisions for serious traffic offenses can a driver under 21 receive?
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Answer: One
To get court supervision, the driver must attend traffic safety school.
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Question 6 of 20
What happens after a fourth DUI conviction in Illinois?
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Question 7 of 20
What happens if you renew your registration more than a month late?
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Question 8 of 20
What is the minimum revocation for a second DUI conviction within 20 years?
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Question 9 of 20
How long is a Temporary Registration Permit (TRP) valid?
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Question 10 of 20
What does a first DUI conviction bring in Illinois?
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Answer: At least a one-year revocation
A second conviction within 20 years: five years; third: 10 years; fourth: lifetime.
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Question 11 of 20
After a DUI arrest, how long does the officer's temporary receipt let you drive?
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Question 12 of 20
Under statutory summary suspension, what happens if your chemical test shows a BAC of .08% or more?
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Answer: Your driving privileges are suspended for six months
Refusing the test brings a one-year suspension instead.
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Question 13 of 20
A first offender refuses chemical testing after a DUI arrest. How long is the suspension?
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Answer: One year
A second offender who refuses is suspended for three years.
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Question 14 of 20
Why is it dangerous to take a cold medicine and have one drink before driving?
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Answer: Mixing even small amounts of alcohol with drugs is very dangerous
Antihistamines, cold remedies and pain relievers can impair driving.
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Question 15 of 20
Is it legal to lend your car to a friend you know is impaired?
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Answer: No; it is illegal
Providing alcohol to someone under 21 can also cost you your license.
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Question 16 of 20
The fog is too dense to see. What should you do?
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Answer: Pull off the road and stop; do not creep along at 5-10 mph
Stay within the limits of your vision.
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Question 17 of 20
A stand-up electric scooter (under 100 pounds, max 10 mph): what is the minimum age to ride one?
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Answer: 18 or older
These scooters are limited to 10 mph and carry one person.
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Question 18 of 20
A vehicle is coming head-on in your lane. What should you do?
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Answer: Slow down, pull right and sound the horn
Going right avoids meeting the other driver if they correct.
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Question 19 of 20
What should you do when refueling?
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Answer: Shut off the engine and stay with the pump
Never smoke around gas pumps.
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Question 20 of 20
Driving in fog, what should you do with cruise control?
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Answer: Turn it off and increase following distance
Use dim headlights or fog lights; if the fog is too dense, pull off and stop.
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