Graduated Drivers Licensing for Teens
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| A snapshot of the law – to get a learner's permit, or as a new driver you must: -- Get a Learner's permit at 16 unless;
-- Permit must be held for one year prior to licensure. -- 50 hours practice driving, 10 of which must be at night. -- Cell phone may not be used while driving on learner's permit. -- While under 18 only 1 passenger in the front seat and back seat is limited to the same number as seat belts available. All passengers must be in seat belts. -- While under 18, carry no passengers under 21 until licensed for 6 months. -- No more than one passenger under 21 in vehicle, until licensed for 1 year (exception: immediate family members) |
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