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Everything important from the Alabama Driver Manual — organized for the exam
Memorize these numbers first. Alabama ALEA test questions are frequently built around specific distances, speeds, BAC levels, and time periods. These come up constantly.
Road signs are tested heavily. Know each sign's shape, color, and meaning. The real test often shows a sign description and asks what it means.
| Shape | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Octagon (8-sided) | STOP — always and only | Stop sign |
| Triangle (pointing down) | YIELD — give right of way | Yield sign |
| Diamond | WARNING — hazard ahead | Curve, pedestrian, deer |
| Pentagon (5-sided) | SCHOOL ZONE | School crossing |
| Pennant (triangle right) | NO PASSING ZONE | No-passing pennant |
| Round (circle) | RAILROAD CROSSING advance warning | RR crossing sign |
| Rectangle (vertical) | REGULATORY — rules you must follow | Speed limit, turn restrictions |
| Rectangle (horizontal) | GUIDE or INFORMATION | Street name, mile marker |
| X-shaped crossbuck | RAILROAD CROSSING — treat like yield | Railroad crossbuck |
| Color | Category | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Red | Regulatory — STOP / PROHIBIT | Stop, yield, do not enter, wrong way, no-turn circles |
| Yellow | WARNING | General hazard warnings — curves, hills, intersections, animals |
| Orange | WORK ZONE / CONSTRUCTION | Construction ahead, road crew, slow down and drive with care. Reduce speed in work zones and be prepared to stop suddenly (Ch. 5) |
| Green | GUIDE / DIRECTIONAL | Highway exits, distances, direction, mile markers |
| Blue | SERVICES | Gas, food, lodging, hospital, rest area |
| Brown | RECREATION / CULTURAL | Parks, campgrounds, historical sites, scenic areas |
| White | REGULATORY | Speed limits, lane rules, turn restrictions |
| Fluorescent Yellow-Green | WARNING — pedestrian / school / bike | School zones, crosswalks, bike lanes |
| Fluorescent Pink | INCIDENT MANAGEMENT | Crash clean-up, debris removal, temporary traffic control |
Right of way is the #1 failure topic on the ALEA knowledge test. Master every scenario below — these questions will be on your exam.
| Signal | What You Must Do |
|---|---|
| Solid GREEN | Proceed — but yield to traffic already in intersection |
| Solid YELLOW | Prepare to stop if safe; proceed only if stopping would be dangerous |
| Solid RED | Stop completely; may turn right on red after stop and yield (unless posted) |
| GREEN ARROW | Protected turn — oncoming traffic must stop. You may turn in the arrow's direction, but still yield to vehicles and pedestrians already in the intersection. |
| YELLOW ARROW | Protected turn is ending — prepare to yield or stop |
| Flashing YELLOW ARROW | Unprotected turn — you MAY turn but MUST yield to oncoming and pedestrians |
| Flashing RED | Treat exactly like a STOP sign — stop, yield, proceed when safe |
| Flashing YELLOW | Caution — slow down and proceed carefully. Do not need to stop. |
| RED + GREEN ARROW | Stop for through traffic; turn in direction of arrow only |
| Signal NOT working | Treat as ALL-WAY STOP — all traffic stops |
DUI questions appear on virtually every ALEA knowledge test. Know the BAC levels, implied consent law, and penalties. Alabama uses "DUI" (Driving Under the Influence).
| Situation | Consequence |
|---|---|
| BAC of 0.08%+ (driver 21+) | DUI — 1st: $600–$2,100 fine, up to 1 year jail, 90-day suspension. 2nd (within 10 yrs): mandatory 48 hrs or 20 days community service, $1,100–$5,100, 1-year revocation. 3rd: mandatory 60-day jail (no suspension), $2,100–$10,100, 3-year revocation. 4th+: Class C felony (Ch. 4). |
| BAC test result 0.08%+ (21+) — admin | Officer takes license immediately. You receive a temporary permit valid for 30 days. Case reviewed by ALEA. Refusing a chemical test results in driver license suspension under the Implied Consent Law (Ch. 4). |
| Test refusal — Implied Consent | Driver license suspended upon refusal. Subsequent refusals result in longer suspensions. A refusal can still be used as evidence in the DUI case. Alabama's Implied Consent Law applies to all drivers on public highways (Ch. 4). |
| BAC — 0.02% or more (under 21) | DUI violation — Alabama applies the standard DUI statute to under-21 drivers with BAC 0.02%+. Commercial driver limit: 0.04%. School bus and daycare: 0.02%. Same DUI penalties apply (Ch. 4). |
| 4th+ DUI conviction | Class C felony — $4,100–$10,100 fine, 5-year license revocation, imprisonment 1 year 1 day to 10 years. Cannot be charged as misdemeanor (Ch. 4). |
| Accident causing death while DUI | Manslaughter or homicide resulting from operating a vehicle while impaired requires mandatory license revocation. Felony charges apply (Ch. 2). |
School bus rules are heavily tested. In Alabama, you must stop for a school bus from EITHER direction when its red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended. Stop at least 20 feet from the bus. You are NOT required to stop when on a divided highway with four or more lanes and the bus is stopped in the opposing roadway, or if the bus is stopped in a loading zone where pedestrians are not permitted to cross. All other situations require stopping (Ch. 6).
| Location | Minimum Clearance |
|---|---|
| Fire hydrant | 15 feet — do not park within 15 ft of a fire hydrant (Ch. 3) |
| Traffic control device (stop sign, yield sign, flashing signal) | 30 feet — do not park within 30 ft of the approach to any traffic control device (Ch. 5) |
| Crosswalk at intersection | 20 feet — do not park within 20 ft of a crosswalk at an intersection (Ch. 5) |
| Railroad crossing | 50 feet — do not park within 50 ft of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing (Ch. 3) |
| In front of any driveway | Always prohibited — do not block any driveway, public or private (Ch. 3) |
| Driveway entrance (public or private) | Not in front of — always prohibited |
| Accessible (handicapped) space | Never — also do not park on the diagonal access lines (Ch. 5) |
| Inside an intersection or on a crosswalk | Never — always illegal |
| Handicapped space (without placard) | Never park here |
| Bridge, overpass, or tunnel | Never — always prohibited (Ch. 5) |
| No Stopping zone | Never stop here, for any reason |
| No Parking zone | No parking — may stop to load/unload |
The rule: always turn wheels so that if the car rolls, it rolls away from traffic or is caught by the curb.
| Situation | Turn Wheels | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Facing DOWNHILL, WITH curb | RIGHT (into curb) | Car rolls into curb and stops |
| Facing DOWNHILL, NO curb | RIGHT (away from road) | Car rolls away from traffic |
| Facing UPHILL, WITH curb | LEFT (away from curb) | Car rolls back, caught by curb |
| Facing UPHILL, NO curb | RIGHT (away from road) | Car rolls away from traffic |
GDL questions appear on many tests. Know Alabama's Graduated Driver Licensing rules — minimum ages, supervisor requirements, curfew restrictions, and passenger limits all appear regularly on the ALEA exam.
| Equipment | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Headlights (on) | Sunset to sunrise, and any time you cannot see clearly ahead for 500 feet, or when windshield wipers are in use due to weather (intermittent use excepted). Low beams required within 500 feet of oncoming / 200 feet when following (Ch. 7). |
| High beams (dim) | Dim within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle. Use low beams when following within 200 feet of another vehicle. High beams illuminate up to 350 feet under normal conditions. Use low beams in fog, heavy rain, sleet, snow (Ch. 7) |
| Horn | Use when needed to prevent a crash. Do NOT use to express anger, greet friends, or encourage others to move. Avoid around blind pedestrians and animal-drawn vehicles (Ch. 6) |
| Turn signals | Signal continuously during the last 100 feet before turning — Alabama uses one single standard for all speeds (Ch. 6) |
| Tinted windows | Only the upper 6 inches of the front windshield may be tinted. Passenger cars (sedans, coupes, station wagons): all side and rear windows must allow at least 32% light transmission. SUVs, trucks, vans: front-seat side windows must also allow 32%; darker tint permitted behind the driver (Ch. 6). |
| TVs / video screens visible to driver | Prohibited while vehicle is in motion (navigation is excepted) |
| Muffler | Must prevent excessive or unusual noise |
| Brakes | Must have two separate braking systems: a foot brake and a parking/emergency brake. Both must be in good working order. If your brake pedal sinks to the floor, try pumping it to build pressure before using the parking brake (Ch. 7, 9). |
| Wipers | Must adequately clean the windshield when used |
| Tail lights / rear reflector | At least one red tail light visible from 500 feet |
| Tires | Must be properly inflated, have good tread, and be free of breaks, cuts, and decay. Use the penny test: if Lincoln's head is covered by tread, depth is safe. Keep tires free of damage (Ch. 2) |
| Hazard lights | For use when parked/stopped in an emergency — not while driving normally |
| Seat belts & child restraints | All occupants regardless of age must be restrained. Child restraint law (Ch. 3): Rear-facing until at least 1 year old or 20 lbs. Forward-facing seat until at least 5 years old or 40 lbs. Booster seat until 6 years old. Seat belt until 15 years old. Violators receive points on driving record plus a fine. |
A proven 4-phase approach that builds real understanding — not just memorization. Work through each phase at your own pace, and you'll walk into the ALEA office ready to pass on your first try.
| Your Score | Status | What to Do Next |
|---|---|---|
| Under 75% | Needs more work | Go back to Phase 3 — run Weak Spots mode on your wrong answers. Re-read the Study Guide for those topics. Then try the simulator again. |
| 75% – 89% | Almost there | Run Weak Spots on what you missed, then take the simulator again. You're close — one more round should get you there. |
| 90%+ | Ready! 🎉 | Run the simulator one more time to confirm. Score 90%+ twice → you are ready for the real test. |
Before you walk into the Alabama Department of Public Safety (ALEA) office:
30 questions · need 80% (about 24 correct) · you can miss up to 6 and still pass
The official handbook from the Alabama Department of Public Safety (ALEA) — the single source of truth for the written test.
Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024) · Published by Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)
Download Official Manual →Source: ALEA · Free download
We've distilled the official manual into 12 focused study sections. Every number, rule, and fact verified against the handbook. Click any topic to start studying.
The Alabama ALEA knowledge test is approximately 30 questions with a single combined score. You must score at least 80% to pass. Contact ALEA at 334-676-6000 to confirm the exact current question count.
DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. Alabama uses DUI, and the legal BAC limit is 0.08% for drivers 21 and over and 0.02% for drivers under 21 (under-21 DUI rule).
Alabama uses the 2-second rule for following distance. Pick a fixed object; when the car ahead passes it, count 'one thousand one, one thousand two.' Reaching the same object before finishing means you're too close. In bad weather or poor road conditions, increase to 4–5 seconds. The 2-second rule applies at any speed (Alabama Driver Manual, Ch. 4).
You can apply for a Alabama Learner's Permit at age 15. The permit must be held for at least 6 months AND you must be at least 17 years old before taking the road test for a Class D license.
Yes, this practice site is completely free. Every question is verified against the Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024).
On Alabama highways you can dial *HP (*47) on a mobile phone to reach the Alabama Highway Patrol for emergency assistance.
Alabama is one of the few states where the licensing agency is not called the "DMV" at all — it's the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Driver License Division, a combined law enforcement and licensing authority. The knowledge test is called the ALEA knowledge test, and understanding that distinction matters because the real test references ALEA by name. Alabama also has a Hands-Free Law effective June 2024 that works differently from most states: it's specifically triggered when a driver is observed swerving or crossing lanes without signaling while holding a wireless device — not simply for being seen with a phone. Fines run $50, $100, and $150 for first, second, and third offenses within a 24-month period, plus 1, 2, and 3 driver record points.
Alabama uses DUI (Driving Under the Influence) with a 0.08% BAC threshold for drivers 21 and over, 0.02% for drivers under 21, 0.04% for commercial drivers, and 0.02% for school bus and daycare drivers. The penalty escalation is steep: a first offense brings a $600–$2,100 fine, up to 1 year in jail, and a 90-day suspension. The second offense within 10 years requires a mandatory minimum of 48 hours in jail or 20 days of community service plus a 1-year revocation. A third offense carries a 60-day mandatory jail sentence (which cannot be probated or suspended) and a 3-year revocation. A fourth conviction is a Class C felony with a 5-year revocation and up to 10 years in prison. Every fact is verified against the Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024) published by ALEA.
Alabama's Graduated Driver Licensing program has features that distinguish it from neighboring states. A 15-year-old can obtain a Learner License, but must be accompanied by a person 21 or older who is licensed — not just any adult. At 16, any licensed driver can supervise. To earn a full license, you must hold the learner license for at least 6 months and be at least 17 years old. Under GDL restrictions, newly licensed 16-year-olds may not drive between midnight and 6 AM (with limited exceptions), and may carry no more than 1 non-family passenger — a restriction reduced from four in 2010. Violations extend the GDL period by 6 months or until age 18.
This free practice test is verified against the Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024) and is built for anyone testing at ALEA driver license offices in Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Auburn, Decatur, Dothan, Gadsden, Florence, Anniston, and every other Alabama location. The ALEA knowledge test fee is $5.00 — no checks accepted. Free practice here, no signup, no paywall.
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