Practice question

What must individuals holding an out of state license do to be issued a New Hampshire driver license?

  1. Retain their out of state license
  2. Turn in their out of state license
  3. Submit an application for a New Hampshire license
  4. Pay a fee to the DMV

Answer: B — Turn in their out of state license

To be issued a New Hampshire driver license, individuals holding an out-of-state license must turn in their out-of-state license. This requirement is in place to ensure that drivers have only one valid license at a time, helping to maintain a clearer and more accountable system of driver identification and regulation. By surrendering their out-of-state license, individuals are effectively signaling their intention to become a legal resident of New Hampshire and abide by its driving regulations. While individuals must also submit an application for a New Hampshire license and pay the applicable fee to the DMV, simply retaining their out-of-state license or keeping it while applying for a new one is not permitted. This process helps prevent issues such as dual licensing and difficulties in establishing responsibility and accountability on the road.

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