TN Dept of Safety - Driver Services Center - Dickson

Description

Operators of larger and more complex vehicles will need to apply for a Commercial Driver License (CDL). These licenses include Class A, B, and C depending upon the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR), and what is being transported. In general, state law defines a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) as any vehicle or combination of vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds. If hazardous materials are transported, or if the vehicle is designed to transport more than fifteen (15) passengers including the driver, or if the vehicle is used as a school bus, a CDL would also be required, regardless of the weight of the vehicle. Drivers who need a CDL should obtain the Commercial Driver License Manual which contains detailed information necessary to prepare for the tests. These manuals are available at all driver license stations. The Temporary Driver License is not available to cover any type of commercial motor vehicle. An applicant for a CDL must be able to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident status in order to qualify for issuance of a Tennessee CDL.

Hours

CDL road skills testing appointments may be made Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. CDL road skills testing is not available at this location. The Dickson location is open Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m. Call or visit the website for details.

Required Documents

Please bring the following documents with you when applying for a CDL license. Valid DOT Medical Card PLEASE NOTE: Employees of a government entity must have a current, valid D.O.T. medical card if making application for a CDL with a HazMat (H), Passenger (P) or School Bus (S) endorsement. Proof of your Social Security Number Tennessee driver's license or ID, or a valid driver license or CDL from another state. Proof of Domicile in Tennessee. Applicants for a CDL or permit will be required to present two proofs of domicile Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status

Eligibility

Visit the website for details.

Fees

Fees vary. Call or visit the website for details.

Intake Procedure

The written CDL test is available at this location, but those needing CDL road skills tests will need to visit one of the 7 locations that can do road skills tests.

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Driver services centers provide vision tests, written tests, and road skills tests to ensure drivers are able to safely operate a vehicle. Testing centers will issue licenses once all requirements have been met.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Proof of U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Resident Status or Proof of authorized stay in the United States Proof of any Name Changes if Different than name on Primary ID Two Proofs of Tennessee Residency with your name and resident address - NO P.O. BOXES (Documents must be current. Must be dated within last 4 months.) A Social Security Number or sworn affidavit if no Social Security number has been issued. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age and do not already have a Class D or PD license, you will also need the Teenage Affidavit/Financial Responsibility form and proof of school attendance/progress. For a Hardship Class H Driver License you will need the documents listed above, as well as: Hardship approval letter noting authorized driving routes and times. This must be the original letter from Tennessee Department of Safety. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age and and wish to have a Class D or PD and a Class M Motorcycle License endorsement, you will need to present the items listed above and: Certification of 50 Hours Behind the Wheel Driving Experience (SF-1256)

Eligibility

Visit the website for complete eligibility requirements.

Fees

Fees vary depending upon the type of license needed. Visit the website for more information.

Intake Procedure

All applicants who need to take a road skills test must call or visit Online Driver Services to schedule it.

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Description

Driver services centers provide vision tests, written tests, and road skills tests to ensure drivers are able to safely operate a vehicle. Testing centers will issue licenses once all requirements have been met.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Proof of U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Resident Status or Proof of authorized stay in the United States Proof of any Name Changes if Different than name on Primary ID Two Proofs of Tennessee Residency with your name and resident address - NO P.O. BOXES (Documents must be current. Must be dated within last 4 months.) A Social Security Number or sworn affidavit if no Social Security number has been issued. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age and do not already have a Class D or PD license, you will also need the Teenage Affidavit/Financial Responsibility form and proof of school attendance/progress. For a Hardship Class H Driver License you will need the documents listed above, as well as: Hardship approval letter noting authorized driving routes and times. This must be the original letter from Tennessee Department of Safety. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age and and wish to have a Class D or PD and a Class M Motorcycle License endorsement, you will need to present the items listed above and: Certification of 50 Hours Behind the Wheel Driving Experience (SF-1256)

Eligibility

Visit the website for complete eligibility requirements.

Fees

Fees vary depending upon the type of license needed. Visit the website for more information.

Intake Procedure

All applicants who need to take a road skills test must call or visit Online Driver Services to schedule it.

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Description

You, or any person authorized by you, may obtain a copy of your driver record (also called a motor vehicle record, or MVR) in person at any of our Driver Services Centers.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

If you want someone else to obtain a copy of your MVR for you, you must submit a notarized statement authorizing that person to obtain the record.

Eligibility

Anyone who wants a copy of their driver record and those who have been authorized to obtain another person's driving record.

Fees

$5.00 if you go to a Driver Service Center and $7.00 if you request it online at https://apps.tn.gov/pmvr/ Fees are subject to change.

Intake Procedure

Go to a Driver Service Center and provide: your name, date of birth, and TN driver license number.

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Tennessee Driver Service Centers will process handgun carry permit applications and renewal applications.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Proof of successful completion of a department-approved handgun safety course within the past twelve months, certified proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency, handgun permit application, photo ID

Eligibility

Any resident of Tennessee who has reached twenty-one (21) years of age, or is at least eighteen (18) years of age and is an honorably discharged or a retired veteran of the United States Armed Forces, or is a member of the United States Armed Forces on active duty status, and includes with the application a certified copy of the applicant's certificate of release or discharge from active duty, DD214 or includes with the application a military identification card as proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military, may apply to the Department of Safety for a handgun permit. If the applicant is not prohibited from purchasing or possessing a firearm in this state pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. §39-17-316 or 39-17-1307(b), 18 U.S.C. 9 (g) or any other state or federal law and the applicant otherwise meets all of the requirements, the Department of Safety shall issue a permit to the applicant.

Fees

Original Permit: 8 year $100.00; Military 8 year $68.00; Lifetime $300.00; Military Lifetime $268.00; Retired Law Enforcement Lifetime $100.00. Renewal Permits: When you renew your permit, the new expiration date will be eight (8) years from the date the renewal permit was issued. Permits expire eight (8) years from the date of issuance. 8 year $50.00; Military $50.00; Upgrade to a Lifetime $200.00; Upgrade to a Lifetime Military $200.00; Retired Law Enforcement upgrade to a Lifetime $100.00. Fees are subject to change.

Intake Procedure

Requirements for Obtaining a Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit Applicant shall submit proof of the successful completion of a department approved Handgun Safety Course within the past twelve (12) months. Call (615) 251-8590 to find out more information on handgun schools, locations and contact information. Provide CERTIFIED PROOF of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency (no photocopies). Submit application at any full service Driver License Service Center location. Applicant is required to present a photo ID to the department at the time of filing the application. Pay non-refundable application fee payable by cash, certified check, or money order. When the application is processed at the driver services center, the applicant will be given instructions on being fingerprinted.

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Driver services centers provide identification licenses for individuals who are not qualified to obtain a driver's license but need a government-issued photo ID. These ID licenses do not allow a person to drive. The first type of ID Only license is an "Expiring Identification License" that may be issued to any person not currently holding a valid driver license who presents positive proof of identification and all other requirements needed to obtain a driver license. The second type is a "permanent identification license" that any person who is intellectually or physically disabled may obtain. In addition to presenting a positive proof of identity, they must submit a certified statement from a licensed doctor stating they are unable to operate a vehicle. Those who qualify for this ID may receive it free of charge. ID licenses issued in this manner do not expire.

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Closing times listed do not always reflect applicants will be accepted up to that time. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day. For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as 5:00 p.m. but taking applicants may be stopped at 3:00 p.m. in order to process applicants by 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Proof of U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Resident Status or Proof of authorized stay in the United States Proof of any Name Changes if Different than name on Primary ID Two Proofs of Tennessee Residency with your name and resident address - NO P.O. BOXES (Documents must be current. Must be dated within last 4 months.) A Social Security Number or sworn affidavit if no Social Security number has been issued. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age, you will also need the Teenage Affidavit/Financial Responsibility form and proof of school attendance/progress. Any applicant who does not have a Social Security Number (SSN) shall complete an affidavit, under penalty of perjury, affirming that the applicant has never been issued a SSN, and must provide one of the following: (a) An original or certified Birth Certificate issued by Tennessee or another state, possession, territory or commonwealth of the USA. (b) Original documentation issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service acceptable to the Department of Safety.

Eligibility

People who do not hold a valid driver license and are able to provide all required documents and people with intellectual or physical disabilities who are unable to operate a vehicle. As a service to Tennessee residents, families with children, including infants, may obtain these identification-only licenses for their children. Children must meet all documentation requirements.

Fees

Fees vary depending upon the type of license needed. Visit the website for more information.

Intake Procedure

Bring all required documents to a Driver Service Center.

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