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If you are a new driver, aged 15 - 18 years, moving to NC and have a learner permit or any type of license, what should you do?

a) See the DMV website for specific guidance.
b) Contact your local driver license office to determine which type of license or permit you are eligible to apply for.
c) Continue using the permit or license you have until it is time to apply for a new one.

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As a new driver aged 15-18 moving to NC, you should contact the local driver license office to understand your eligibility for transferring your learner permit or license. Update your address on your license, and fulfill civic duties like voter registration. Be aware of legal age requirements for various activities.

Step-by-step explanation:

If you are a new driver, aged 15 - 18 years, moving to North Carolina (NC) and have a learner permit or any type of license, the best course of action would be to contact your local driver license office to determine which type of license or permit you are eligible to apply for. Each state has its own rules and regulations regarding driver licensing, and a permit or license from another state may not be automatically transferable to NC.

NC's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides specific guidance for new residents which include taking a written test, a road sign recognition test, and potentially a driving skills test, even if you currently hold a valid learner permit or driver's license from another state. Moreover, under North Carolina law, you must obtain a NC driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in the state.

It's important to update your driver license information to reflect your new address when you move. Still keeping in mind requirements for legal practices such as registering to vote, which often involves presenting valid state identification. Moreover, it's useful to be aware of the various legal discriminations by the government based on age and other factors when obtaining government-issued documents and meeting other civic responsibilities.

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