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Hawaii DMV Cheat Sheet: Key Numbers

The numbers people mix up most often, on one page. Print it or save it as a PDF and review it before your test.

Learner's permit and teen license rules by state

Learner's permit from age
15½ years old
Hold the permit at least
6 months
Night limit for new drivers from
11 p.m.

Drunk driving laws by state: BAC limits

Drivers 21+
0.08%
Under 21
0.02%

Parking distances by state

Wheels from the curb
12 inches

School bus, move over and bicycle passing laws by state

Passing a bicyclist
3 feet
Bus on the other side of a divided highway
Do not have to stop, but should watch for children
Stopped emergency vehicle
Move out of the lane next to it if safe, or slow down

Car seat and booster seat laws by state

Car seat until at least
4 years old

License renewal, insurance and points by state

Report a new address within
30 days
Minimum liability insurance
$20/$40/$10 (thousand)
Crash must be reported if damage is
$3,000

Every number is the answer to one of our practice questions and matches a quote from the official handbook. Rules change — check the latest handbook before your test.

Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual. Checked October 17, 2026.