Maryland Driver Handbook
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Maryland Driver Handbook
Official Resource
Mirrored from the copy MD MVA publishes. Copyright remains with MD MVA; we host it only to speed up mobile reading.
Testing at a Glance for Maryland
Once you've read the handbook, here's what to expect at the MD MVA knowledge test.
25
85%
20 min
Free / bundled
Documents You'll Need When You Take the Maryland Test
Proof of identity (birth certificate, U.S. passport, Permanent Resident card, or Certificate of Naturalization) and proof of Social Security number. Applicants under 16 must also bring a School Verification form (DL-300) or Parental Verification form (DL-300A).
Maryland-Specific Rules Covered in This Handbook
Rules unique to Maryland that MD MVA weights heavily in the knowledge test — you'll see these in the handbook chapters.
- gavel MD Rookie Driver Graduated Licensing System (GLS)
- gavel Learner's permit ban on ALL cell phone use, including hands-free (except 911)
- gavel MD handheld phone and texting ban for all drivers
- gavel MD Move Over Law covers police, tow, utility, CHART, and any vehicle with hazard lights
- gavel Supervising driver must be 21+ with 3+ years of experience in the front passenger seat
After You Pass: Maryland License Renewal
8 years
$64
Up to 1 year before expiration
More Maryland Driving Resources
Maryland Handbook FAQ
Is this the official Maryland driver handbook?
Yes. The copy above is the same document MD MVA publishes on its official website — we mirror it for faster mobile loading. Copyright stays with MD MVA.
What documents does MD MVA require when I show up for the test?
Proof of identity (birth certificate, U.S. passport, Permanent Resident card, or Certificate of Naturalization) and proof of Social Security number. Applicants under 16 must also bring a School Verification form (DL-300) or Parental Verification form (DL-300A).
How is the Maryland knowledge test administered after I finish reading?
Computer at any full-service MVA office.
Do I have to read the whole Maryland handbook to pass the test?
The MD MVA test has 25 questions and you need 21 correct (85%) to pass. All questions come from the handbook, but strategic readers focus on Signs, Right-of-Way, and Signaling first — those chapters carry the most test weight.
How current is this Maryland handbook version?
MD MVA reissues the handbook when state law changes. The edition and page count above are read from the file we host; check the agency site if you need certainty that you have the newest one.
Where do I actually take the Maryland test after reading the handbook?
At any MD MVA location. Use our /dmv-near-me/md finder for the nearest office with address, hours, and phone.
Is the Maryland driver handbook free to download?
Yes. MD MVA publishes it free as a PDF. If a website is charging to "download" the handbook, it's a scam — the state's official version is always free.
Can I read the Maryland handbook on my phone?
Yes. The PDF opens in the reader above and works on mobile — handy for study sessions away from a desk.