Avanti Driving - Traffic Laws & Penalties

What happens if I get a ticket while I have a learner's permit?

In Florida your parent or guardian signed for you to get a license. If you refuse to obey traffic laws and drive safely, they can withdraw consent for the provisional license until you turn 18

What is the "Use and Lose" law?

Under the "Use and Lose" law, drivers less than 21 with a BAC of 0.02 or above may lose their license.

What is the fastest way to reach maximum braking capability with ABS?

The fastest way to reach maximum braking capability with, or without, ABS is threshold braking. Do not pump your brakes if you have ABS.

What is implied consent law?

When you operate a motor vehicle on roadways, you have agreed to take a chemical test for alcohol if suspected of drinking and driving under the implied consent law.

Where do you offer lessons?

Avanti Driving School instructs lessons covering North Broward County up to mid-Palm Beach County. But, to give you a general idea on where we instruct - to name a few - in the following cities: Boca Raton, West Boca, Delray Beach, Deerfield, Coconut Creek, Pompano Beach, Coral Springs and Parkland. Avanti Driving School comes to you!

Fully licensed drivers may use a hands-free device (like Bluetooth) for calls, but they can still be stopped and cited for distracted driving. Learner's permit and provisional drivers may not use a cell phone at all.

Why do people choose Avanti over the others?

Avanti Driving School services the Boca Raton and surrounding areas for over 42+ years locally.
Avanti Driving School instructors strive to provide you with the finest professional private driving lessons at the most reasonable rate.
Avanti Driving School has the Highest DMV Road Test Passing Rate for First Time Drivers and individuals required from the Driver License Medical Review Board who are taking an extended Road Test or regular Driver License retest in Delray or surrounding areas.
Avanti Driving School offers refresher driving lessons.
Avanti Driving School specialize in providing private – hands on – behind the wheel – driving lessons on weekdays as well as weekends.
Avanti Driving School provides door to door service and pick up and drop off at your designated place as long as its within our instruction area.
Avanti Driving School provides private driving lessons 7-days a week
With Avanti you can take as many or as little lessons as you'd like. We don't lock you into a series of sessions as some other schools do.
All of our online courses (DETS, TLSAE, TCAC. 4-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-Hr Aggressive Driver Improvement and ~~12-hr~~ ( coming soon Advanced Driver Improvement, CDL A, CDL B, Customized Fleet Training, CDL Endorsements). are the best anywhere, consist 40-60% and has excellent phone and text support! For registered students needing online support, just click here!

Avanti Driving School offers private driving instruction in the following areas (to name a few): Boca Raton, West Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Deerfield Beach, Coconut Creek, Pompano Beach, Coral Springs and Parkland.

Still have questions? Call us at: (561) 338-6400!

What is the number one cause of death for teens?

Car crashes are the number one cause of death for teens primarily due to inexperience and risk taking.

Can I use my cell phone at all while driving if I have a full license?

What should my teen do at a yellow traffic light?

A "flashing" red light is to be obeyed as a "Stop Sign," there by coming to a complete stop at the flashing red light intersection and can continue driving only when it is safe do so.

What should I do at a flashing red light?

At yellow traffic lights, only stop if it's safe to do so and keep in mind there will be other factors involved.

Who is required to wear a seatbelt?

When stopped behind another vehicle, you should be able to see the rear tires of the vehicle in front of you on the ground.

How is following distance determined?

Following distance is determined by counting seconds from when the driver in front of you passes an object until you pass it.

What are some strategies to avoid fatigue while driving?

Making sure your car isn't too warm, switching drivers often, and rolling down the windows are all ways to avoid fatigue.

How can I best limit cell phone distractions while driving?

You can limit cell phone distractions by putting your phone out of reach and on mute.

How should I position my vehicle when stopped behind another car?

All occupants, no matter their age or position in the vehicle. Everyone needs to wear their seatbelt. It's against the law to not wear a seatbelt. If a passenger over 16 isn't wearing a seatbelt and you should get pulled over, the passenger that is not wearing a seatbelt will receive a ticket because it's an offense for them. However, if the passenger is under 16, the driver will receive the ticket because it's your responsibility to enforce the law in your car.

Avanti Driving School FAQs

What courses do you offer?

We offer private driving lessons for all ages in addition to: DETS, TLSAE, TCAC. 4-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-Hr Aggressive Driver Improvement and ~~12-hr~~ ( coming soon Advanced Driver Improvement, CDL A, CDL B, Customized Fleet Training, CDL Endorsements. We also have our own exclusive online 32-hour Drivers Ed program, which is being updated.

Are you state certified?

Yes! Avanti Driving School is state certified since 1983 and have been in this industry since the 70's

How much are lessons?

Unlike other driving schools that try to lock in their clients into a set series of sessions, Avanti Driving School offers all of our clients a variety of choices and options to choose from. Avanti Driving school knows – with over 45+ years experience under our belt – teaching people the life skill task of driving varies from one person to the next and that everyone’s driving instruction needs are different.

Avanti Driving School has single/individual driving instruction lessons which range from $120 – 140 per session and series of lessons starting at $375.00. We also have what we call: the road test review – so you’ll know EXACTLY what is expected of you to perform properly so you can ace the driver license road test exam on your very first try. We also offer road test options!

Where can I get a Florida Driver Handbook?

Florida Driver’s Handbook and exam is only available in: English, Fair warning: the FLDHSMV has a tendency to "change links". If the link is broken, you can click here to go to their main web site.

For your convenience:

Florida CDL Handbook English

Where do you offer lessons?

For Driving Lessons: Avanti Driving School offers individual private driving lessons instruction for teens, adults and seniors as long as they have a valid learners permit or, drivers license. As we all know – we all have – different learning styles and needs and at Avanti Driving school we are aware that not everyone learns the task of driving at the same pace and, that everyone learns how to drive differently. Avanti Driving School instructors are known for their patience and extensive experience in teaching adult drivers, teen drivers and senior drivers feel relaxed and confident when it pertains to Boca Raton city driving and the south Florida roads. Avanti Driving School offers private behind the wheel driving lessons in the following cities (to name a few): Boca Raton, West Boca, Delray Beach, Deerfield, Coconut Creek, Pompano Beach, Coral Springs and Parkland. Avanti Driving School comes to you!

In Regards To Online Courses and support, no one compares to them. Our DETS, TLSAE, TCAC. 4-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-Hr Aggressive Driver Improvement and ~~12-hr~~ ( coming soon Advanced Driver Improvement, CDL A, CDL B, Customized Fleet Training, CDL Endorsements are the BEST courses on the internet. We know Avanti Driving IS the lowest price online traffic and CDL Online driving school - hands down. For registered students needing online support, just click here!

Why do people choose Avanti over the others?

Avanti Driving School services the Boca Raton and surrounding areas for over 45+ years locally.
Avanti Driving School instructors strive to provide you with the finest professional private driving lessons at the most reasonable rate.
Avanti Driving School has the Highest DMV Road Test Passing Rate for First Time Drivers and individuals required from the Driver License Medical Review Board who are taking an extended Road Test or regular Driver License retest in Delray or surrounding areas.
Avanti Driving School offers refresher driving lessons.
Avanti Driving School specialize in providing private – hands on – behind the wheel – driving lessons on weekdays as well as weekends.
Avanti Driving School provides door to door service and pick up and drop off at your designated place as long as its within our instruction area.
Avanti Driving School provides private driving lessons 7-days a week
With Avanti you can take as many or as little lessons as you'd like. We don't lock you into a series of sessions as some other schools do.
All of our online courses (DETS, TLSAE, TCAC. 4-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-hr Basic Driver Improvement, 8-Hr Aggressive Driver Improvement and ~~12-hr~~ ( coming soon Advanced Driver Improvement, CDL A, CDL B, Customized Fleet Training, CDL Endorsements). are the best anywhere, consist 40-60% and has excellent phone and text support!

Still have questions? Call us at: (561) 338-6400!

What Paperwork is required when you're taking the road test or getting your learners permit?

Great question! New documents are required when going to the DMV to obtain a Learner's Permit or a Driver's License:

Proof of Identification ( https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/what-to-bring/ ) bring your birth certificate or United States Passport. If you do not have your original birth certificate (a copy is not acceptable) then you may bring a certified copy of your birth certificate issued by the state you were born in.
Proof of Social Security Number (https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/) bring your original social security card or your W-2 showing your social security number.
Certification of Address (https://www.flhsmv.gov/ddl/address.html ) (2 utility bills or bank statements from 2 different institutions)
Parent/Guardian On-line Permit Test Proctoring Form (Parent Consent Form A) (https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71144.pdf ) which must be signed in the presence of a driver license examiner or notarized if parent or guardian will not be present.
Parental Consent Form – Minor Driver Applicant Form. (Parent Consent Form B). (https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71142.pdf ) If you are under 18 and are not married one parent or legal guardian must sign your license application. Step-parents may not sign unless they have legally adopted you.
Certification of Minor Driving Experience Form (71143) (https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71143.pdf ) for a minor child to obtain a driver license. This form must be completed and signed in the presence of a driver license examiner, or notarized if parent or guardian or other responsible adult over the age of 21 will not be present. This certifies that the minor driver has at least 50 hours of driving experience, of which 10 hours were at night.