Questions on Real Exam
35
Section 14 of DL-7C
Minimum to Pass
28 Correct
80% passing threshold
Practice Questions
35
Full module coverage
Test Order
Step 1 of 4
Must be passed first
📌 What This Test Covers — Texas DL-7C Section 14
Handbook
Texas DL-7C Section 14
Testing Agency
Texas DPS (not DMV)
CLP Fee
$25
CLP Validity
180 Days
BAC Limit in CMV
0.04%
Retest Wait
24 Hours
Critical 2026 update: As of June 1, 2026, all Texas CDL tests are in English only — Spanish eliminated. The Special Requirements test is unique to Texas and has no equivalent in any other state. Study Section 14 of the DL-7C before taking this practice test.
What the Texas CDL Special Requirements Test Covers
The real Texas CDL Special Requirements exam has 20 questions, and you need 16 correct (80%) to pass. Topics tested include:
- CDL classes and application process
- CLP fees, validity, and renewal
- ELDT requirements
- Medical certification
- Drug and alcohol testing and the Clearinghouse
- Disqualifying offenses and out-of-service rules
- Skills test format, order, and locations
- Military CDL waiver
- Required documents
- Hours of service and electronic logging devices
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Texas CDL Special Requirements Practice Questions
Texas CDL Special Requirements — Complete Study Guide
The Special Requirements test is the first CDL knowledge exam you will take at any Texas DPS driver license office. It covers Section 14 of the Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Handbook (DL-7C) — a section dedicated entirely to Texas-specific commercial vehicle laws, DPS procedures, and federal regulations that apply in Texas.
⚠ Must Be Taken First: Texas DPS requires the Special Requirements test to be passed before any other CDL knowledge test on the same day. If you fail it, you cannot take General Knowledge, Air Brakes, or Combination Vehicles until you come back another day (after the 24-hour waiting period).
What the Special Requirements Test Covers
Section 14 of the DL-7C covers the following topic areas — all tested on the Special Requirements exam:
- CDL Application Process — How to apply at a Texas DPS office, required documents, the CDL-1 application form, and the $25 CLP fee.
- CLP Rules — The Texas CLP is valid for 180 days (not 12 months like Colorado). It can be renewed once, up to 30 days before expiration. The 14-day minimum hold before skills testing applies in Texas as in all states.
- CDL Classes — Class A (GCWR 26,001+ lbs with towed vehicle over 10,000 lbs GVWR), Class B (single vehicle 26,001+ lbs), and Class C (16+ passengers or hazmat placards required).
- Age Requirements — Minimum age 18 for intrastate (within Texas) operation. Minimum age 21 for interstate (across state lines), hazardous materials requiring placards, or passenger transport across state lines.
- Disqualifying Offenses — First DUI conviction in a CMV: 1-year disqualification. Second conviction: lifetime. Using a CMV in a drug felony: lifetime disqualification. Two serious traffic violations within 3 years: 60-day disqualification.
- Alcohol Rules — BAC limit is 0.04% in a CMV (half the standard 0.08%). Operation is prohibited within 4 hours of consuming any alcohol. A 24-hour out-of-service order applies for a BAC at or above 0.04%.
- Hours of Service — Property carriers: maximum 11 hours driving after 10 consecutive hours off duty. The 14-hour rule applies. 30-minute break required after 8 cumulative driving hours. 60/70-hour weekly limits apply.
- ELDT Requirements — Entry-Level Driver Training must be completed at an FMCSA-registered provider before the CDL skills test. Not required before knowledge tests or the CLP.
- Medical Certification — Non-excepted interstate drivers must keep a current DOT Medical Examiner Certificate on file with Texas DPS. Maximum 2-year certification for healthy drivers.
- Drug and Alcohol Testing — Pre-employment testing required before any safety-sensitive function. FMCSA Clearinghouse registration required for all CDL drivers. Positive test triggers the return-to-duty process.
Key Numbers to Memorize
35
Test questions
28
Correct to pass (80%)
$25
CLP fee at DPS
180
Days CLP is valid
0.04%
BAC limit in CMV
4 hrs
No alcohol before CMV
24 hrs
Retest waiting period
14 days
Min CLP hold before skills test
1 year
CDL suspension — 1st DUI in CMV
29
DPS skills testing sites
11 hrs
Max daily driving
14 hrs
On-duty window limit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Texas CDL Special Requirements test?
The Special Requirements test is a Texas-only CDL knowledge exam based on Section 14 of the Texas CDL Handbook (DL-7C). It has 35 questions and requires a score of 80 percent (28 correct) to pass. No other state has this test — it is exclusive to Texas and must be taken first before any other CDL knowledge exam at the DPS office.
Why must the Special Requirements test be taken first in Texas?
Texas DPS policy requires the Special Requirements test to be completed and passed before any other CDL knowledge test. This is unique to Texas. If you fail the Special Requirements test, you cannot take the General Knowledge, Air Brakes, or Combination Vehicles test on the same day. You must wait 24 hours and return.
Is the Texas Special Requirements test available in Spanish?
No. As of June 1, 2026, all Texas CDL knowledge tests including Special Requirements are administered in English only. Spanish-language CDL testing was permanently eliminated on this date to comply with federal FMCSA requirements that all CDL drivers demonstrate English language proficiency.
What happens if I fail the Texas Special Requirements test?
You must wait 24 hours before retaking it. Your application stays active for 90 days. If you do not pass all required tests within that window or after three attempts, you must reapply and pay the $25 fee again. Because this test must be taken first, failing it ends all testing for that day.
Do I need to study the Texas DL-7C handbook before taking this practice test?
Yes. Read Section 14 of the Texas DL-7C handbook at least once before taking this practice test. The practice questions include full rationale explaining why each answer is correct — which helps reinforce your handbook reading rather than replace it.