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Connecticut DMV
Practice Test 2026

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25
Questions on exam
80%
To pass
20
Correct answers

CT · Handbook data

Key Connecticut rules at a glance

Extracted directly from the official DMV handbook. Values left blank aren't explicitly stated in the handbook.

Under-21 BAC limit
0.02%
Teen curfew
11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. unless for employment, school, religious activities, medical, or Safe Ride Program
Teen passenger limit
first 6 months: NO passengers except instructor/parent/legal guardian/qualified 20+ adult; months 7-12: only immediate family additional passengers
Cell phone (teen)
16/17-year-old drivers: no cell phone (even hands-free) or mobile electronic device while driving
Right turn on red
allowed after full stop and check for oncoming traffic and pedestrians, unless prohibited sign
Move-over law
yes - 'Move Over Law' requires drivers to slow below posted speed limit when any vehicle is pulled over on highway
Child seat
Under 2 or <30 lbs: rear-facing; 2-4 or 30-39 lbs: rear or forward-facing; 5-7 or 40-59 lbs: forward-facing or booster (lap-and-shoulder belt); 8-15 (60+ lbs): restraint or seat belt

Notable Connecticut-specific rules

  • 16/17 drivers cannot transport passengers on motorcycle for 6 months after endorsement
  • Failed BAC test (.08+) results in 45-day suspension and ignition interlock for 6+ months
  • Volunteer fire/EMS exempt from teen passenger/curfew restrictions while on duty

Chapter 1 Obtaining a License (pp.4-9), Restrictions for 16/17 (p.8), Seat Belt Laws (pp.12-13), Cell Phone Laws (p.13), Alcohol and the Law (p.33), Move Over Law section

About the Connecticut DMV test

The Connecticut DMV written knowledge test has 25 questions. You need to answer 20 correctly (80%) to pass and get your CT driver's license or learner's permit.

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Connecticut DMV test FAQ

CT-specific

What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Connecticut?

Connecticut has a zero-tolerance law for drivers under 21; the BAC limit is 0.02%, meaning any measurable amount of alcohol can result in a DUI charge.

CT-specific

What are the passenger restrictions for Connecticut teen drivers on a graduated license?

During the first 6 months, drivers under 18 may carry only one passenger under age 20 who is not a member of their immediate family.

CT-specific

What are the nighttime driving restrictions for Connecticut junior drivers?

Connecticut drivers under 18 may not operate a motor vehicle between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM unless driving to or from a school event, employment, or religious activity with proper documentation.

How many questions are on the Connecticut DMV test?

The Connecticut DMV written test has 25 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, and state-specific rules.

What score do I need to pass the CT DMV test?

You need to answer 20 questions correctly, which is 80%. Our practice tests match this exact format.

Is the Connecticut DMV practice test free?

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