Driver's License
Illinois will honor most state licenses and
different state tags if they are kept up-to-date. This includes
family member's licenses. A driver's licenses is $10.00 for a period
of four years with an examination if a family member needs a
license.
Vehicle Registration
Once your vehicle is
registered with the State of Illinois, you may re-register it through the Scott
Credit Union or Union Planters Bank on base. All vehicles belonging
to Illinois state residents must be registered. Military members
stationed at Scott do not have to register their automobiles in Illinois as long
as their home state registration remains valid. Registration fees can
be paid for at any local licensing bureau or bank.
Child Restraints and
Seat Belts
Missouri and Illinois have laws requiring the use of seat belts
and child restraint seats.
Helmets
The State of Illinois does not
require helmets but they are required on base and in the State of
Missouri. MILITARY MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR HELMETS AT ALL TIMES
WHEN OPERATING A MOTORCYCLE (on or off base).
Motor Vehicles with Tinted
Windows
Vehicles are not allowed to have tinted windows on the front
windshield or front side windows. A six inch strip of tinting is
allowed along the entire length at the top of the front windshield.
Teens
and Driving
If you are 15 to 17 years old, you may receive your instruction
permit only if you are enrolled in an approved driver education
class. The instruction permit is valid for 24 months and must be held
for at least three months prior to obtaining a driver's license when you are 16
years of age or older. If you are 17 years and 9 months of age or
older, you may apply for an instruction permit without taking driver's education
course.