When registering a car, you must present a valid
driver's license, current proof of insurance on the vehicle being driven on the
installation, and current vehicle registration. (See vehicle registration
information)
A Florida Operator's License is required 30 days after you
become a permanent resident. If you have a valid license from another
state, you need only take a vision test. The license costs $20
(payable in cash or personal check) and is valid for 6 years. An
original Social Security card and two ID's with full name and date of birth are
required. With tickets or violations, a road signs test and vision
test are required. Handbooks are available at the exam
stations. A complete copy of this handbook is available on the
internet (see topic contacts).
There has been a marked increase in
traffic citations involving family members with regards to failure to have a
Florida driver's license. Although active duty members may not have
to get a FL license,(see the online handbook for exceptions) the family members
are not exempt and must change to a FL license in order to operate a vehicle
here. If you are stopped, and don't have a vaild FL driver's license, you may
receive a criminal traffic charge and may have to appear in court, pay fines and
may get points assessed.
All motorized boats must be titled and
registered. If you reside in Santa Rosa County, you may purchase your
boat license at the County Court House Annex on Hwy 98, West of Navarre about 5
miles.