They actually listened and cleared the path for the new contactless test protocols and honestly I am just sitting here in shock feeling totally wiped out but so relieved. It feels weird knowing I won't have to keep checking the DMV site every single morning but I really hope they …
July 13, 2020
Final supporters
On March 18th 2020, the State of North Carolina moved to suspend all driving tests to combat the spread of COVID-19. Although this contributed to an effective slowing of the spread, it created immense backlog above the usual sustained load on the DMV offices. Thousands of citizens seeking licenses had their appointments cancelled. As the state moves into Phase 2 of reopening, a change needs to be made in order to allow essential transportation to drivers working in retail or other essential services, and also to prevent the further buildup of demand for DMV road test appointments.
Several states have made decisions to ease the buildup. Over 15 states have already opened road tests fully. Georgia and Wisconsin have allowed drivers to forgo their driving tests. Although this decision accomplishes the goal of easing backlog, it spurs debate over whether untested drivers should be allowed on the roads.
However, there is a plan that would allow driving tests to be carried out while still adhering to social distancing guidelines. On an appointment-only basis, the following should be allowed to occur as a part of Phase 2:
1) Define a predetermined route for the driving test.
2) Position the driver and an adult over 21 in their immediate family in their own vehicle. Have the instructor in a separate car positioned behind the driver and parent.
3) The parent of the driver places a phone call to the instructor in the car behind them. The call will be set to speakerphone at both ends.
4) The instructor gives the driver the signal to begin driving the predetermined route.
5) As the student drives, the instructor follows to observe and evaluate driving skills.
6) The instructor gives the driver prompts and directions as required through the phone.
7) Proceed through the entirety of the route, arriving back at the DMV office.
This plan is a feasible option to resume driving tests in Phase 2 as it properly assesses a student's driving skills without ever breaching the six-foot social distancing radius which is impossible in a traditional driving tests. It will effectively ease the backlog created by months of closure without allowing unqualified drivers on the road. Measures such as wearing masks and disinfecting cars could further limit any possibility of a spread. Florida along with multiple Canadian provinces have already adopted this plan for resuming road tests.
This petition collects signatures to urge North Carolina government to allow DMV modified road tests to reopen on an appointment-only basis. Your signature will allow for people to be able to travel to the businesses that make up the backbone of our economy, along with reducing the stress of demand upon the overbooked DMVs once appointments eventually open after months of closure. Your consideration and support of this proposal is very much appreciated; please sign and share!
Updates
May 25, 2020
I just checked the page and we hit five hundred signatures which is honestly way more than I expected when I started typing this out in a total panic at my kitchen table. It feels like people actually want this to happen and not just me staring at the DMV website wishing for a slot to open up. Reading through what everyone is saying about their own canceled tests makes me realize how many of us are stuck in this weird waiting game right now.
Reached 500 supporters
May 23, 2020
Reached 100 supporters
May 22, 2020
121 Comments
This is creating lost opportunities for our teens. My son had plans of doing community outreach this summer and with parents at work we are unable to drive him. Please consider an alternative as it causing numerous hardships on families.
It is ridiculous, people have to get their drivers license so they can work. Please figure out a way to accommodate all these kids that need their license. Maybe a sign off since they have all had so many hours or a set up where the dmv sets up the criteria and the parents go through the track ...
Georgia is now doing road testing that is touchless. They are standing outside of the car giving commands. I have written every person I know in the governors office to no avail.
It's time to let these teenagers get their license. They have 60 hours of supervised driving, I don't think a 15 minute driving test with a DMV person is going to make that big a difference.
Wow! Driving is essential. As more families are impacted financially by covid, children may have to help by getting jobs themselves and will need a way to get there.
He needs to reinstate the road test! He is the most moronic governor I have encountered!
These teens have lost enough they deserve to get their license
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They actually listened and cleared the path for the new contactless test protocols and honestly I am just sitting here in shock feeling totally wiped out but so relieved. It feels weird knowing I won't have to keep checking the DMV site every single morning but I really hope they …
July 13, 2020
Final supporters
On March 18th 2020, the State of North Carolina moved to suspend all driving tests to combat the spread of COVID-19. Although this contributed to an effective slowing of the spread, it created immense backlog above the usual sustained load on the DMV offices. Thousands of citizens seeking licenses had their appointments cancelled. As the state moves into Phase 2 of reopening, a change needs to be made in order to allow essential transportation to drivers working in retail or other essential services, and also to prevent the further buildup of demand for DMV road test appointments.
Several states have made decisions to ease the buildup. Over 15 states have already opened road tests fully. Georgia and Wisconsin have allowed drivers to forgo their driving tests. Although this decision accomplishes the goal of easing backlog, it spurs debate over whether untested drivers should be allowed on the roads.
However, there is a plan that would allow driving tests to be carried out while still adhering to social distancing guidelines. On an appointment-only basis, the following should be allowed to occur as a part of Phase 2:
1) Define a predetermined route for the driving test.
2) Position the driver and an adult over 21 in their immediate family in their own vehicle. Have the instructor in a separate car positioned behind the driver and parent.
3) The parent of the driver places a phone call to the instructor in the car behind them. The call will be set to speakerphone at both ends.
4) The instructor gives the driver the signal to begin driving the predetermined route.
5) As the student drives, the instructor follows to observe and evaluate driving skills.
6) The instructor gives the driver prompts and directions as required through the phone.
7) Proceed through the entirety of the route, arriving back at the DMV office.
This plan is a feasible option to resume driving tests in Phase 2 as it properly assesses a student's driving skills without ever breaching the six-foot social distancing radius which is impossible in a traditional driving tests. It will effectively ease the backlog created by months of closure without allowing unqualified drivers on the road. Measures such as wearing masks and disinfecting cars could further limit any possibility of a spread. Florida along with multiple Canadian provinces have already adopted this plan for resuming road tests.
This petition collects signatures to urge North Carolina government to allow DMV modified road tests to reopen on an appointment-only basis. Your signature will allow for people to be able to travel to the businesses that make up the backbone of our economy, along with reducing the stress of demand upon the overbooked DMVs once appointments eventually open after months of closure. Your consideration and support of this proposal is very much appreciated; please sign and share!
Updates
May 25, 2020
I just checked the page and we hit five hundred signatures which is honestly way more than I expected when I started typing this out in a total panic at my kitchen table. It feels like people actually want this to happen and not just me staring at the DMV website wishing for a slot to open up. Reading through what everyone is saying about their own canceled tests makes me realize how many of us are stuck in this weird waiting game right now.
Reached 500 supporters
May 23, 2020
Reached 100 supporters
May 22, 2020
121 Comments
I have addressed this several times to Governor Cooper’s office with no response. Afraid of the backlog that has been created will make it hard to social distance when the test reopens. My son has been waiting two months and was hoping to get his license to work this summer.
This is creating lost opportunities for our teens. My son had plans of doing community outreach this summer and with parents at work we are unable to drive him. Please consider an alternative as it causing numerous hardships on families.
It is ridiculous, people have to get their drivers license so they can work. Please figure out a way to accommodate all these kids that need their license. Maybe a sign off since they have all had so many hours or a set up where the dmv sets up the criteria and the parents go through the track ...
Georgia is now doing road testing that is touchless. They are standing outside of the car giving commands. I have written every person I know in the governors office to no avail.
It's time to let these teenagers get their license. They have 60 hours of supervised driving, I don't think a 15 minute driving test with a DMV person is going to make that big a difference.
Wow! Driving is essential. As more families are impacted financially by covid, children may have to help by getting jobs themselves and will need a way to get there.
He needs to reinstate the road test! He is the most moronic governor I have encountered!
These teens have lost enough they deserve to get their license
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I have addressed this several times to Governor Cooper’s office with no response. Afraid of the backlog that has been created will make it hard to social distance when the test reopens. My son has been waiting two months and was hoping to get his license to work this summer.