Connecticut DMV Practice Test 2024

The implied consent law in Connecticut says that by getting behind the wheel, you have already given consent (i.e. answered "yes") to allow a blood, breath, or urine test if requested by a law enforcement officer. Refusing a police breath/chemical test is a serious offense and will result in license suspension.

Operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.08 or more is illegal and counts as DUI in Connecticut. You can also be convicted if you are "driving under the influence" of alcohol or drugs, even when your BAC is below the legal limit. The penalty for a first-time conviction is a fine of up to $1,000, up to 6 months in jail, and a license suspension for 45 days.

Drivers under 21 face stricter rules than older drivers in Connecticut and may be convicted of a DUI with a blood alcohol concentration of .02 or higher.

High beam headlights will temporarily blind other drivers if used the wrong way. In Connecticut, you are required to dim your light to low beam if (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or (2) within 300 feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction.

High beam headlights will temporarily blind other drivers if used the wrong way. In Connecticut, you are required to dim your light to low beam if (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or (2) within 300 feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction.

In Connecticut, you must use your headlights between (1) 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise, (2) when visibility is less than 500 feet, and (3) when in conditions of insufficient light. Also, you're required to dim your lights to low beam when (1) within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and (2) within 300 feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction.

Hazard light use is permitted while driving in Connecticut unless otherwise posted

The Connecticut move-over-law is designed to protect emergency personnel and workers. If approaching a stationary or slow-moving emergency response vehicle with flashing lights, including utility- and maintenance vehicles and tow trucks, you must slow down to a safe and prudent speed and vacate the lane closest to the stopped vehicle, if possible. If changing lanes is unsafe or not possible, make sure your speed is safe and prudent for the conditions.

You should always maintain a following distance of at least 4 seconds to the vehicle in front of you according to the "four-second rule" used in Connecticut. In bad conditions and at higher speeds, you should consider increasing the following distance to 5-6 seconds so you have time to safely stop if necessary. On slippery roads, it may be necessary to increase the following distance even more.

In Connecticut, the standard speed limit in residential areas and central business districts is 25 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.

If the turn can be made safely, you may turn right on a red light in Connecticut after coming to a complete stop and yielding to any pedestrians/vehicles lawfully proceeding through the intersection. Look for signs that prohibit the turn.

As there’s a steady stream of oncoming traffic, you risk blinding them if you use high beams.

Intense and high winds, especially crosswinds, can be dangerous. Large vehicles such as light/high trailers and campers are more affected due to their larger bodies. If you feel that the winds are very strong, slow down to give yourself more time to react.

Be extra careful when driving on viaducts, bridges or open streches of road as they are hot spots for strong winds.

As a driver, you share the roads with drivers of cars and other vehicles, and every person has a place to get to and wants to arrive safely - be courteous and drive with care.

Changing lanes without checking the blind spot is a common cause of side-swipe accidents. To avoid an accident, always signal, check your mirrors and the blind spot before changing lanes.

Always be ready for the unexpected. Some drivers don’t respect the right-of-way, so you may have to yield even if you have the right-of-way. For that reason, it’s important that you slow down enough when approaching an intersection so you can stop if necessary.

Remember that you must never stop on the road in extreme fog - if you decide to stop,  do so COMPLETELY away from traffic. 

Drivers may have to use hand signals if the vehicle’s signals are broken or not working properly. 

This hand signal means that the driver is about to turn right.

Breathing is the first thing you need to check if you notice that a person is unconscious. Look and listen for breathing, look for chest movements, and feel for breath on your cheek.

When driving downhill, selecting a lower gear gives increased engine braking. By engine braking, you prevent overheating the brakes.

By using neutral gear, you will pick up speed as your vehicle doesn’t engine brake at all. If you don’t let the engine share the work, you risk overheating your brakes which can be very dangerous.