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Driver's License Types and Endorsements

Most Michigan drivers will only need an operator license to drive passenger vehicles.  However professions such as taxi driver, school bus driver, or commercial truck driver will require a chauffeur license and special endorsements.  Persons who operate a moped must be licensed as an operator, chauffeur, or obtain a moped license.

 

In addition to the operator or chauffeur license, a person must obtain special endorsements to operate a motorcycle, a recreational double, commercial motor vehicles such as tankers, semi-tractor trailer combinations, or carry hazardous materials. A seasonal restricted commercial driver license is available for persons working in farm-related service industries. Farmers may obtain a farmer endorsement to operate certain types of vehicles. Minors may obtain a minor restricted license for farming operations.  

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