I hate DMV's, even way back 20 years ago when I got my learner's permit. Back then, you had to get there right as the doors opened, just to take the written test. I was grateful that I could take a driver's ed course in high school, and the instructor was able to certify you for your license without having to take the driving test at the DMV. You were handed a waiver, and when presented, you got your license.
About two years ago, I was in need of upgrading to a Class D license, which was needed for pulling anything over 8,000 pounds, if I recall. I was applying for a job at Fed Ex and this was a requirement. Well, the DMV in West Palm was crowded, and you could not get an appointment for two weeks! You could walk in, but there was no way in Hell that you were going to get in and out of there in no time. So, I went home, and I looked to see what other offices could get me in. It turned out Pahokee, Florida (yes, that place near Belle Glade, in the middle of nowhere!) has a DMV, and were not booked at all! So, I drove 50 miles out there after making a same day appointment. It turned out, the laws had changed, and a class E license was fine for working for a company like Fed Ex! I was pissed! But, at least I learned that in the future, if I need to go to the DMV, I can always go out to that nasty town.
About two years ago, I was in need of upgrading to a Class D license, which was needed for pulling anything over 8,000 pounds, if I recall. I was applying for a job at Fed Ex and this was a requirement. Well, the DMV in West Palm was crowded, and you could not get an appointment for two weeks! You could walk in, but there was no way in Hell that you were going to get in and out of there in no time. So, I went home, and I looked to see what other offices could get me in. It turned out Pahokee, Florida (yes, that place near Belle Glade, in the middle of nowhere!) has a DMV, and were not booked at all! So, I drove 50 miles out there after making a same day appointment. It turned out, the laws had changed, and a class E license was fine for working for a company like Fed Ex! I was pissed! But, at least I learned that in the future, if I need to go to the DMV, I can always go out to that nasty town.
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