Proposed Louisiana law could require drivers to retake written test
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SHREVEPORT, Louisiana (KTBS) — A proposed bill could change how drivers across Louisiana renew their licenses.
House Bill 777 would require most drivers take and pass a written knowledge exam every eight years in order to renew a standard license. The test would include questions on traffic laws, road signs and newer concerns like distracted driving.
Drivers would need to score at least 80% to pass.
“I think it’s ridiculous. I think it would be more rational to take the road test than the written test,” said one Shreveport driver.
Mark Ludke, owner of Mark’s Driving Academy, says knowing the rules does not always translate to safer driving.
“I’d rather have them every eight years do a driving test than a knowledge test because even though they might know the laws that doesn’t mean they’re going to go out on the road and follow them,” said Ludke.
Drivers who fail would get multiple attempts and could receive a temporary license while they retake the test. The law would apply to all drivers, regardless of age.
If passed, the law would not go into effect until 2028 while the Louisiana OMV prepares information campaigns to make drivers aware of the change.
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