{"id":31977,"date":"2023-05-20T18:05:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-20T18:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/?p=31977"},"modified":"2023-08-20T14:27:17","modified_gmt":"2023-08-20T14:27:17","slug":"commercial-learners-permit-clp-how-to-obtain-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/en\/commercial-learners-permit-clp-how-to-obtain-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit (CLP)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31977\" class=\"elementor elementor-31977\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3aa10d10 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3aa10d10\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column 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.elementor-toc__list-item{counter-increment:item}ol.elementor-toc__list-wrapper .elementor-toc__list-item-text-wrapper:before{content:counters(item,\".\") \". \"}<\/style>\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__body\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b078646 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1b078646\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.13.2 - 11-05-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<h3>What is a Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit &#8211; CLP<\/h3><p><strong>A Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit (CLP) is a license that allows you to practice driving a <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/commercial-motor-vehicle-cmv\/\">commercial vehicle<\/a> on public roads with a qualified CDL holder in the vehicle with you.<\/strong> CLP is often the first step to obtaining a Commercial Driver&#8217;s License (CDL), which is required to drive <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/commercial-motor-vehicle-cmv\/\">commercial motor vehicles (CMVs)<\/a> such as semi-trucks, passenger buses, or hazardous material vehicles. Next, let&#8217;s take a look at the process of obtaining a CLP.<br \/><em>You can listen to this article at the bottom of the page.<br \/>You will find CLP and CDL Fees in each state at the end of this article.<\/em><\/p><h3>How to Get Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit CLP<\/h3><p>The process of obtaining a CLP in the USA varies slightly from state to state, but generally, the steps include:<\/p><h3>Meet the Basic Requirements<\/h3><p>The age requirement is 18 years old to apply for a CLP for intrastate driving (within a state) and at least 21 for interstate driving (between states). Additionally, you must possess a valid non-commercial driver&#8217;s license and have a clean <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/motor-vehicle-record-mvr-report\/\">driving record<\/a>.<\/p><h3>Obtain a DOT Medical Card<\/h3><p>Commercial drivers are required to have a <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/department-of-transportation-dot\/\">Department of Transportation (DOT)<\/a> medical card. This demonstrates that you have passed the DOT physical examination and are physically capable of safely driving a commercial vehicle<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/dot-physical\/\">Learn more about DOT Physical.<\/a><\/p><h3>Study for the Exam<\/h3><p>Each state has its own <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/cdl-manual-what-is-it-and-where-to-get-it\/\">Commercial Driver&#8217;s Manual<\/a>, which covers the information you&#8217;ll need to know for the written test. This includes topics such as vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, safe driving practices, and specific rules for buses and trucks.<\/p><h3>Pass the Written Test\u00a0<\/h3><p>The written test (knowledge test) covers the information in the Commercial Driver&#8217;s Manual. Depending on the specific CDL class and endorsements you are seeking, additional written tests may be required. You must pass these tests to receive your CLP.<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/driving-tests.org\/cdl-practice-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You can practice your tests on driving-tests.org<\/a><\/p><h3>Obtain Your Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit<\/h3><p>Once you pass your written tests, you can apply for your CLP at your local DMV. The permit typically lasts for 180 days and can be renewed once before you must take the skills test for the CDL.<\/p><h3>Practice Driving and Additional Testing<\/h3><p>After obtaining your CLP, you&#8217;ll be allowed to practice on public roads under the supervision of a CDL holder. After you&#8217;ve gained enough experience, you can schedule a CDL skills test (road test) at the <a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/department-of-motor-vehicles-dmv\/\">DMV<\/a>. This includes a vehicle inspection test, basic controls test, and road test.<\/p><h3>Upgrade to a Full Commercial Driver&#8217;s License (CDL)<\/h3><p>After passing the skills tests, you can trade in your CLP for a full CDL.<\/p><p>Please note that rules and requirements can vary from state to state, so be sure to check the specific requirements in your location.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/truckers.wiki\/commercial-drivers-license-cdl-how-to-obtain-it\/\">Want to know how to obtain your CDL? 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href=\"https:\/\/www.alea.gov\/dps\/driver-license\/document-requirements-and-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alabama<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$66<\/td>\n<td>$36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"alaska\" href=\"http:\/\/doa.alaska.gov\/dmv\/akol\/fees.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alaska<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$120<\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"arizona\" href=\"https:\/\/azdot.gov\/motor-vehicles\/driver-services\/commercial-driver-license\/license-information\/fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arizona<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"arkansas\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dfa.arkansas.gov\/driver-services\/license-id-and-permits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arkansas<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$42<\/td>\n<td>$50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"california\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/driver-licenses-identification-cards\/licensing-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">California<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$85<\/td>\n<td>$39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"colorado\" href=\"https:\/\/www.colorado.gov\/pacific\/dmv\/dmv-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colorado<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$17.08<\/td>\n<td>$18.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"connecticut\" href=\"https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/DMV\/Fees\/Fees\/Fees-for-Drivers-Licenses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Connecticut<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$70<\/td>\n<td>$20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"delaware\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.de.gov\/Common\/DMVFees\/index.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delaware<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$48<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"d.c.\" href=\"https:\/\/dmv.dc.gov\/book\/vehicle-registration-fees\/driver-license-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">D.C.<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$117<\/td>\n<td>$78<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"florida\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flhsmv.gov\/fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$75<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"gerogia\" href=\"https:\/\/dds.georgia.gov\/your-georgia-drivers-license\/fees-and-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Georgia<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$32<\/td>\n<td>$10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"hawaii\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaiicounty.gov\/departments\/finance\/vehicle-registration-licensing\/commercial-driver-licensing-general-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hawaii<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$5<\/td>\n<td>$30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"idaho\" href=\"https:\/\/itd.idaho.gov\/itddmv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Idaho<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$40<\/td>\n<td>$29<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"illinois\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ilsos.gov\/departments\/drivers\/drivers_license\/CDL\/cdl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Illinois<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$60<\/td>\n<td>$50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"indiana\" href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/bmv\/files\/Fee_Chart.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indiana<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$35<\/td>\n<td>$17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"iowa\" href=\"https:\/\/iowadot.gov\/mvd\/cdl\/Commercial-learners-permit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Iowa<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$8<\/td>\n<td>$12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"kansas\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ksrevenue.org\/pdf\/cdlhandbook.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kansas<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$26<\/td>\n<td>$13<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"kentucky\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.ky.gov\/Docs\/PricingforTypicalCDLs.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kentucky<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$45<\/td>\n<td>$14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"louisiana\" href=\"https:\/\/www.expresslane.org\/Pages\/faqs\/cdl_q12.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Louisiana<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$61.50<\/td>\n<td>$20.25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"maine\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/sos\/bmv\/licenses\/fees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maine<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$59<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"maryland\" href=\"https:\/\/mva.maryland.gov\/Documents\/VR-316.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maryland<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$50<\/td>\n<td>$90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"massachusetts\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/doc\/rmv-schedule-of-fees\/download?_ga=2.15554806.1914726448.1594222471-1789250924.1594222471\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Massachusetts<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$75<\/td>\n<td>$30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/sos\/license-id\/license-and-id\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Michigan<\/u><\/a><\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"minnesota\" href=\"https:\/\/dps.mn.gov\/divisions\/dvs\/Pages\/drivers-license-fees.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Minnesota<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$50.25<\/td>\n<td>$10.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"mississippi\" href=\"https:\/\/www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov\/Drivers\/Driver_Service_Fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mississippi<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$55<\/td>\n<td>$16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"missouri\" href=\"http:\/\/missouri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missouri<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$26<\/td>\n<td>$16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"montana\" href=\"https:\/\/dojmt.gov\/driving\/commercial-driver-licensing\/#commerciallicensefees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montana<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$41.72<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"nebraska\" href=\"https:\/\/dmv.nebraska.gov\/cdl\/cdl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nebraska<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$60<\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"nevada\" href=\"https:\/\/dmvnv.com\/dlfees.htm#cdl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nevada<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$141.25<\/td>\n<td>$57<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"new hampshire\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nh.gov\/safety\/divisions\/dmv\/driver-licensing\/apply\/fees.htm#cdlfees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Hampshire<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$60<\/td>\n<td>$20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"new jersey\" href=\"https:\/\/www.state.nj.us\/mvc\/license\/licfees.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Jersey<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$42<\/td>\n<td>$125<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"new mexico\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mvd.newmexico.gov\/what-is-the-fee-for-a-commercial-drivers-license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Mexico<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$18<\/td>\n<td>$10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"new york\" href=\"https:\/\/dmv.ny.gov\/get-cdl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$164.50<\/td>\n<td>$10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"north carolina\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncdot.gov\/dmv\/license-id\/driver-licenses\/Pages\/licenses-fees.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">North Carolina<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$21.50<\/td>\n<td>$21.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"north dakota\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dot.nd.gov\/divisions\/driverslicense\/fees.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">North Dakota<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmv.ohio.gov\/doc-fees.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Ohio<\/u><\/a><\/td>\n<td>$43.50<\/td>\n<td>$28.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/oklahoma.gov\/content\/dam\/ok\/en\/dps\/docs\/fees.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Oklahoma<\/u><\/a><\/td>\n<td>$56.50<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"oregon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oregon.gov\/ODOT\/DMV\/Pages\/Fees\/CDL.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oregon<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$75<\/td>\n<td>$23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"pennsylvania\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.pa.gov\/Information-Centers\/Payment\/pages\/payments-and-fees-page.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pennsylvania<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$86.50<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"rhode island\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dmv.ri.gov\/forms\/fee\/index.php?category=License%28CDL%29&amp;button=Search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rhode Island<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$92.50<\/td>\n<td>$72.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"south carolina\" href=\"http:\/\/scdmvonline.com\/Driver-Services\/Commercial-Licenses\/Getting-Your-First-CDL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Carolina<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<td>$2.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"south dakota\" href=\"https:\/\/dps.sd.gov\/driver-licensing\/south-dakota-licensing-information\/fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Dakota<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$33<\/td>\n<td>$28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"tennessee\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tn.gov\/safety\/driver-services\/dllicensefees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tennessee<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$70<\/td>\n<td>$14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"texas\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dps.texas.gov\/DriverLicense\/fees.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Texas<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$97<\/td>\n<td>$25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"utah\" href=\"https:\/\/dld.utah.gov\/cdl-original-renewal-duplicate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Utah<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$52<\/td>\n<td>$19<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"vermont\" href=\"https:\/\/dmv.vermont.gov\/sites\/dmv\/files\/documents\/VN-111-CDL_Driver_Manual_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vermont<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$60<\/td>\n<td>$15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"virginia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.virginia.gov\/drivers\/#applyingcdl.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virginia<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$64<\/td>\n<td>$3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"washington\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.wa.gov\/driverslicense\/fees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Washington<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$27<\/td>\n<td>$40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"west virginia\" href=\"https:\/\/transportation.wv.gov\/DMV\/DMVFormSearch\/DMV-CDL-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Virginia<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$26.25<\/td>\n<td>$7.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><u><a title=\"wisconsin\" href=\"https:\/\/wisconsindot.gov\/Pages\/dmv\/teen-driver\/teen-hw-aply\/driver-fees.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wisconsin<\/a><\/u><\/td>\n<td>$74<\/td>\n<td>$30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dot.state.wy.us\/files\/live\/sites\/wydot\/files\/shared\/Driver_Services\/Help%20Documents%20and%20Manuals\/Driver%20License%20Fee%20Update.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Wyoming<\/u><\/a><\/td>\n<td>$55<\/td>\n<td>$45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"tmnf_excerpt\"><p>Table of Contents What is a Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit &#8211; CLP A Commercial Learner&#8217;s Permit (CLP) is a license that allows you to practice driving a commercial vehicle on public roads with a qualified CDL holder in the vehicle with you. 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