Delaware: Points and your driving record — Part 1 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “Which of these is included in the manual's definition of "convicted"?” · “How many convictions for reckless driving in 12 consecutive months are a mandatory revocation?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Delaware Driver Manual" (July 2026), Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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Which of these is included in the manual's definition of "convicted"?
- Being given a verbal warning by an officer
- Forfeiture of a bail bond
- Being stopped at a checkpoint
- Having a parking notice dismissed
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Correct answer: Forfeiture of a bail bond
Convicted means found guilty in court of a violation of the motor vehicle laws, forfeiture of bail bond, or a plea of guilty.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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According to the manual, driving is:
- A privilege, not a right
- A right of every adult resident
- A right once a license is issued
- A right after one year without violations
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Correct answer: A privilege, not a right
The manual states that driving is a privilege, not a right, granted only as long as you drive safely and obey the rules.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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How does the manual describe a suspension of a license?
- A cancellation of your driving privilege
- A permanent loss of your learner's permit
- A temporary removal of your driving privilege
- A warning that has no effect on driving
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Correct answer: A temporary removal of your driving privilege
Suspension of a license is a temporary removal of your driving privilege.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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How does the manual describe a revocation of a license?
- A temporary removal of your driving privilege
- A cancellation of your driving privilege
- A written warning from the Division
- A change in your license class
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Correct answer: A cancellation of your driving privilege
Revocation of a license is a cancellation of your driving privilege.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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Before reinstating a suspended or revoked license, what may you be required to complete?
- Only a hearing test
- A defensive driving course in another state
- A tour of a DMV office
- Knowledge, road, and eye screening
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Correct answer: Knowledge, road, and eye screening
You may be required to complete all driver license knowledge, road, and eye screening before reinstating your license.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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What will the Division do if a Delaware resident is convicted in another state of a violation that would be grounds for suspension in Delaware?
- Suspend or revoke the Delaware license
- Ignore it because it happened elsewhere
- Only send a letter to the other state
- Reduce the points on the record
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Correct answer: Suspend or revoke the Delaware license
The Division will suspend or revoke the license of a Delaware resident convicted of such a violation in another state.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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Which convictions does a Delaware driving record include?
- Only convictions committed in the state of Delaware
- Only convictions from the last twelve months
- All convictions, even those committed in other states
- Only convictions for alcohol-related offenses
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Correct answer: All convictions, even those committed in other states
The driving record includes all convictions, even those committed in other states.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 44 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 44)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Failing to answer a court summons in any state
- Racing (speed exhibition) on a public road
- Loaning a driver license to another person
- Hit-and-run driving involving death or injury
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Correct answer: Hit-and-run driving involving death or injury
Hit-and-run driving involving death or injury to another person is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Fleeing from an officer after a signal to stop
- Issuing a non-collectible payment to the Division
- Driving a vehicle without the consent of its owner
- Turfing, causing destruction to grass or property
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Correct answer: Fleeing from an officer after a signal to stop
Attempting to flee from a police officer after a visual or audible signal to stop is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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How many convictions for reckless driving in 12 consecutive months are a mandatory revocation?
- One
- Two
- Three
- Five
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Correct answer: Three
Three convictions for reckless driving in a period of 12 consecutive months is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Issuing a non-collectible payment to the Division
- Contributing to the death of anyone by operating a vehicle
- Failing to answer a court summons in any state
- Loaning a driver license to another person
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Correct answer: Contributing to the death of anyone by operating a vehicle
Contributing to the death of anyone by operating a vehicle is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Issuing a non-collectible payment to the Division
- Driving a vehicle without the consent of its owner
- Racing (speed exhibition) on a public road
- Assault in which a death occurs from operating a vehicle
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Correct answer: Assault in which a death occurs from operating a vehicle
The crime of assault in which a death occurs from operating a vehicle is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Using a motor vehicle in committing any serious crime
- Failing to answer a court summons in any state
- Driving a vehicle without the consent of its owner
- Turfing, causing destruction to grass or property
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Correct answer: Using a motor vehicle in committing any serious crime
Using a motor vehicle in committing any serious crime is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Which of these is a mandatory revocation of a Delaware driver license?
- Issuing a non-collectible payment to the Division
- Racing (speed exhibition) on a public road
- Making a false statement or using fraudulent information
- Loaning a driver license to another person
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Correct answer: Making a false statement or using fraudulent information
Making a false statement or using fraudulent information is a mandatory revocation.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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What happens if you post a bond after being arrested for a cause of mandatory revocation and you do not appear in court?
- Your bond is returned and the case is dismissed
- Your license is suspended for 30 days only
- Your license is kept but you receive a fine
- Your license is revoked as if you had been convicted
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Correct answer: Your license is revoked as if you had been convicted
The license shall be revoked just as if you had been convicted.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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For how long may a license be revoked when a driver is declared a habitual offender?
- Up to five years
- Up to one year
- Up to two years
- Up to ten years
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Correct answer: Up to five years
A habitual offender's license may be revoked for up to five years.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Are work or hardship licenses issued to a person convicted of being a habitual offender?
- Yes, after 90 days
- Yes, a work license only
- No, neither is issued
- Yes, a hardship license only
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Correct answer: No, neither is issued
No work or hardship licenses are issued to those convicted of being a habitual offender.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Any combination of how many of the listed offenses in a five year period may convict you as a habitual offender?
- Two
- Three
- Four
- Six
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Correct answer: Three
Any combination of three of the listed offenses in a five year period may convict you as a habitual offender.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)
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Any combination of the listed offenses and lesser offenses, such as speeding, that result in how many convictions in three years may convict you as a habitual offender?
- 5 convictions
- 7 convictions
- 15 convictions
- 10 convictions
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Correct answer: 10 convictions
Ten convictions in three years from the listed and lesser offenses may convict you as a habitual offender.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 45 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 45)