Free Virginia DMV Practice Test 2026 (VA)

Question 1

Children should ride in a child safety seat facing the rear of the vehicle from birth to at least 2 years of age.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 2

The first time you are convicted of violating the child restraint law, you will be:

Accepted Answer

Fined $50.

Answer

Fined $250.

Answer

Imprisoned for 6 months.

Answer

Given a written warning.

Question 3

It is legal to transport children under age 16 in the bed of a pickup truck.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 4

A driver transporting anyone younger than age 18 must ensure that the passenger:

Accepted Answer

Is properly secured in a safety belt, booster seat, or child safety seat no matter where the child is seated in the vehicle.

Answer

Is properly secured in the front seat with airbags turned on.

Answer

Is properly secured in a safety belt, booster seat, or child safety seat in the front seat of the vehicle.

Answer

Is unbelted.

Question 5

If the use of a safety belt is not reasonable due to the driver's or passenger's physical or medical condition, a waiver of the seatbelt requirement may be granted by:

Accepted Answer

A licensed physician.

Answer

The parents of the driver if the driver is under 18.

Answer

Employees of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Answer

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.

Question 6

A driver transporting anyone younger than age 18 must ensure that the passenger is properly secured in a safety belt, booster seat or child safety seat no matter where the child is seated in the vehicle.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 7

The safest place for a child is in your lap.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 8

Under Virginia law, the driver and all front seat passengers must wear safety belts.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 9

If you are over age 18 and you receive 24 demerit points within 24 months, DMV will suspend your driving privilege for 90 days and require that you complete a driver improvement clinic.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 10

The court may suspend or revoke your driving privilege if you are convicted of:

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Reckless or aggressive driving.

Answer

Operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver's license.

Answer

Failing to pay for gas.

Question 11

If you are convicted of a demerit point traffic violation committed while under age 18, DMV will require that you complete a driver improvement clinic.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 12

Your privilege to drive has been withdrawn temporarily if your license has been:

Accepted Answer

Suspended.

Answer

Stolen.

Answer

Revoked.

Answer

Reinstated.

Question 13

If your license has been revoked, that means that your privilege to drive has been terminated.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 14

Conviction of any DUI offense involving a juvenile passenger in the vehicle at the time of the offense carries an additional 30 day mandatory jail term.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 15

Legally, drivers age 21 or older are considered to be driving under the influence (DUI) if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is .02 percent.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 16

The court may suspend or revoke your driving privilege if you are convicted of reckless or aggressive driving.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 17

The passenger area includes any areas within a driver's reach, including an unlocked glove compartment.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 18

If you are over age 18 and you receive 18 demerit points within 12 months, DMV will revoke your driving privilege forever.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 19

A third conviction while under age 18 will result in your driving privilege being revoked for 10 years.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

Question 20

The court or DMV will suspend or revoke your privilege to drive if you are convicted of:

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI).

Answer

Making a false statement to DMV.

Answer

Taking a driver's license exam for another person, or appearing for another person to renew a license.

Question 21

Who is responsible for making sure that drivers are able to safely operate motor vehicles?

Accepted Answer

DMV.

Answer

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Answer

Licensed physicians.

Answer

Parents or guardians of children under 18.

Question 22

If your BAC is .08 percent or higher while you are driving and law enforcement charges you with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs or refusing a breath test, your driving privilege will be automatically suspended:

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

For seven days, for a first offense.

Answer

For 60 days or until you go to trial, whichever comes first, for a second offense.

Answer

Until the trial, for a third DUI offense.

Question 23

You may be charged with drinking while operating a motor vehicle if:

Accepted Answer

You have an open container of alcohol in the passenger area, the contents have been partially removed, and you show signs that you have been drinking.

Answer

Your passengers are visibly intoxicated.

Answer

You drive slower than the speed limit.

Answer

You have unopened containers of alcohol in the trunk of the vehicle.

Question 24

If you refuse a breath test, your driving privilege will be automatically suspended.

Accepted Answer

True.

Answer

False.

Question 25

If your license is suspended, you can still drive to and from work.

Accepted Answer

False.

Answer

True.

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