Prospective Minnesota drivers will soon have a new option to earn their class D learner’s permit. Beginning October 8, the knowledge test can be taken online at home with a parent, guardian, or adult (21 or older) proctoring the test. The test will also be available at authorized third-party testing locations.
As a result of legislation signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Driver and Vehicle Services division (DPS-DVS) will offer the class D knowledge test online beginning Oct. 8. That means Minnesotans have the option to take the test at home instead of scheduling an appointment to take the test at an open DVS exam station.
DVS is also expanding the in-person options for Minnesotans by developing a statewide network of certified entities like deputy registrars, high school driver education programs, and community organizations that will be certified by DVS to offer proctored class D permit test at their locations.
“Minnesotans, especially those living outside the Twin Cities, have been taking time out of their busy schedules to travel to regional exam stations for testing,” Minnesota Department of Public Safety Driver and Vehicle Services Director Emma Corrie said. “As we consider the colder weather months and continuing COVID concerns, an online knowledge test will allow Minnesotans to take the test at a convenient time in the comfort of their own home. This system will also expand the number of tests DPS-DVS can administer and reduce appointment wait times for those who want to take the test at an open exam station.”
While the class D knowledge test will be available online, other tests are only available at one of 14 regional DVS exam stations. Those knowledge tests include commercial, motorcycle, and DWI, and are available on a walk-in basis.
More information on the new online test is available below –
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