All 50 states and DC

How old do you have to be to get a learner’s permit?

A learner’s permit comes at 14 in Alaska, Arkansas, Kansas, North Dakota and South Dakota and at 16 in 8 states. The most common age is 15, in 25 states. New Hampshire issues no learner’s permit at all. Find your state in the table.

By state

Find your state.

Each state’s row as its own documents state it. The age is the youngest anyone can hold the first permit. A dash means the state’s current handbook on hand doesn’t give it.

How old you have to be to get a learner’s permit, by state
StateLearner’s permit ageWhat the state calls itNext license stage
Alabama15Learner license16, Driver License
Alaska14Instruction permit16, provisional Class D license
Arizona15 and a halfInstruction permit16, graduated driver license
Arkansas14Instruction permit16, Intermediate License
California15 and a halfInstruction permit16, driver’s license
ColoradoNot publishedInstruction permit16, driver license
Connecticut16Learner’s permitNot published
Delaware16Learner’s permitNot published
District of Columbia16Learner permit16 and a half, provisional driver license
Florida15Learner’s license16, Driver License
Georgia15Class c instructional permit16, Class D Provisional License
Hawaii15 and a halfInstruction permit16, provisional license
Idaho14 and a halfDriver training permit15, driver’s license
Illinois15Instruction permit16, Initial Licensing Phase
Indiana15Learner’s permit16, probationary driver’s license
IowaNot publishedInstruction permitNot published
Kansas14Instruction permit15, Restricted License
Kentucky15Instruction permit17, intermediate license
Louisiana15Learner’s permit16, intermediate license
Maine15Learner’s permit16, Driver's License
Maryland15 and 9 monthsLearner’s instructional permitNot published
Massachusetts16Learner’s permit16 and a half, Junior Operator’s License
Michigan14 and 9 monthsLevel 1 learner’s license16, Level 2 Intermediate License
Minnesota15Instruction permit16, provisional license
Mississippi15Learner’s permit16, Regular Driver’s License
Missouri15Instruction permit16, Intermediate License
Montana14 and a halfNon-commercial learner permitNot published
Nebraska15Learner’s permit16, Provisional Operator’s Permit
Nevada15 and a halfInstruction permit16, driver’s license
New HampshireNo learner’s permit. From 15 and a half you can learn to drive with a parent, guardian or licensed adult 25 or olderNone16, Youth Operator license
New Jersey16Special learner permit17, Probationary License
New Mexico15Instructional permit15 and a half, provisional license
New York16Learner permitNot published
North Carolina15Limited learner permit16, Level Two Limited Provisional License
North Dakota14Instruction permit15, restricted Class D operator’s license
Ohio15 and a halfTemporary instruction permit identification cardNot published
Oklahoma15Learner permit16, Class D Intermediate License
Oregon15Instruction permit16, driver license
Pennsylvania16Learner’s permit16, Class C driver’s license
Rhode Island16Limited learner permitNot published
South Carolina15Beginner’s permit15 and a half, conditional license
South Dakota14Instruction permit14, Restricted Minor’s Permit
Tennessee15Learner permit16, Intermediate Restricted License
Texas15Learner license16, provisional license
Utah15Learner permit16, regular Class D license
Vermont15Learner’s permit16, Junior Driver’s License
VirginiaNot publishedLearner’s permitNot published
Washington15Instruction permit16, intermediate driver license
West Virginia15Instruction permit16, Level 2 GDL intermediate driver’s license
Wisconsin15Instruction permit16, probationary license
Wyoming15Instruction permit16, intermediate license

The age is the youngest anyone can hold the first permit. A dash means the state’s current handbook on hand doesn’t give it. Each state’s own sentence is in the sources below.

Checked against each state’s handbook, agency pages and rules on October 29, 2026. The documents’ own sentences are below the table. How we check facts

By age

From 14 to 16.

The youngest age for a first permit, as each state’s handbook states it. The share of the 51 jurisdictions at each age, then the states.

14

5 states give a permit at 14

14 and a half

2 states give a permit at 14 and a half

14 and 9 months

1 state gives a permit at 14 and 9 months

15 and a half

5 states give a permit at 15 and a half

15 and 9 months

1 state gives a permit at 15 and 9 months

No learner’s permit

1 state issues no learner’s permit

Not published

3 states publish no age in the documents on hand

Questions

Good to know before you apply.

Can you get a permit at 14?

Yes, in 8 states: Alaska at 14, Arkansas at 14, Kansas at 14, North Dakota at 14, South Dakota at 14, Idaho at 14 and a half, Montana at 14 and a half, Michigan at 14 and 9 months. Everywhere else you wait until 15 or later.

What states give a permit at 16?

8 states: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. Everywhere else the age is lower, down to 14.

What is a learner’s permit called in each state?

Most states call it an instruction permit (20) or a learner’s permit (11). The table gives each state’s own name, as its handbook writes it, and the sentence it comes from.

Which states don’t publish the age?

Colorado, Iowa and Virginia: their current handbook on hand gives no age for the first permit, so the table shows a dash rather than guessing.

Sources

Where each age comes from.

Open a state to read the sentences of its handbook or agency pages that give its age and the next stage, each with a link to the document.

Alabama

15 · 16, Driver License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Any person 15 years of age may obtain a restricted Learner License for the purpose of learn - ing to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle.”

Alabama Driver Manual, page 11

At 16, after 6 months on the learner license, you can take the road test for a driver license.

“DRIVER LICENSE - Any person 16 years of age but under 18 years of age who has held a Learner License (to include a comparable license issued by another state) for six months or until their 18th birthday and has developed the necessary skills to safely operate a motor vehicle may present himself to his local driver license examiner for the road test.”

Alabama Driver Manual, page 12

Under 18, you can’t apply for an unrestricted license until 17, after 6 months on the learner license.

“A person under the age of 18 may not apply for an unrestricted driver license until that person has held a learner license for at least a six-month period with no violations of the restrictions. (Must be 17.)”

Alabama Driver Manual, page 86
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Alaska

14 · 16, provisional Class D license

The youngest you can be is 14.

“If you are 14 years of age or older, you may obtain the permit which is valid for two years.”

Alaska Driver Manual, page 8

The manual calls it an instruction permit.

“An instruction permit is required for everyone learning to drive on a street or highway.”

Alaska Driver Manual, page 8

At 16 or 17, you need 6 months on the instruction permit before a provisional Class D license.

“If you are 16 or 17, you must have a valid instruction permit for 6 months before the DMV can issue you a provisional Class D license.”

Alaska Driver Manual, page 8

A license can be issued at 16.

“A license may be issued to an applicant who is at least 16 years of age.”

Alaska Driver Manual, page 9
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Arizona

15 and a half · 16, graduated driver license

The youngest you can be is 15 and a half.

“If you are at least 15 years and 6 months of age you may be issued a graduated and/or a motorcycle instruction permit.”

Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide, page 12

The graduated driver license is for ages 16 to 18.

“A graduated driver license is issued to an applicant who is at least 16, but less than 18, years of age and is valid to operate any vehicle that does not require a motorcycle or commercial license.”

Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide, page 12
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Arkansas

14 · 16, Intermediate License

The youngest you can be is 14.

“To apply for an Instruction Permit, the applicant must be at least 14 years old.”

Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, page 15

The intermediate license is for ages 16 to 18.

“Intermediate License- This license is a restricted license issued to people between the ages of 16 and 18.”

Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, page 15

Between 14 and 16 you can hold a learner’s license, still driving with a licensed adult.

“Learner’s License- This is a restricted license issued to people between the ages of 14 and 16.”

Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, page 15
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California

15 and a half · 16, driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 15 and a half.

“If you are under 18 years old, you will also need to: • Be at least 15½ years old.”

California Driver’s Handbook, page 9

The handbook calls it an instruction permit.

“To apply for a Class C instruction permit: 1. Complete a Driver’s License & ID Card Application.”

California Driver’s Handbook, page 8

Under 18, you must be at least 16 to get your driver’s license.

“If you are under 18 years old, you will also need to: • Be at least 16 years old.”

California Driver’s Handbook, page 9

Under 18, your driver’s license is marked provisional.

“When you are under 18 years old, your driver’s license will have the word provisional.”

California Driver’s Handbook, page 10
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Colorado

16, driver license

The handbook calls it an instruction permit.

“An instruction permit allows limited driving privileges for people learning to drive.”

Colorado Driver Handbook, page 4

You must be 16 or older with a valid driver license to drive in Colorado.

“Anyone who operates a motor vehicle, motor-driven cycle or moped on Colorado’s public streets and highways must be 16 or older and have a valid driver license.”

Colorado Driver Handbook, page 4

Minors hold the instruction permit 12 months and log 50 hours before applying for a driver license.

“Application for driver license: Colorado law requires minors to have an instruction permit for 12 months before applying for a driver license and to submit a completed and signed driving log showing 50 hours of driving experience (10 of which must have been at night).”

Colorado Driver Handbook, page 5
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Connecticut

16

The youngest you can be is 16.

“To obtain a learner’s permit: • You must be at least 16 years of age.”

Connecticut Driver’s Manual, page 7

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“You must pass a knowledge test before you receive your learner’s permit.”

Connecticut Driver’s Manual, page 7
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Delaware

16

The youngest you can be is 16.

“GDL: Level One Learner’s Permit Applicant’s eligibility requirements: 1 . Must be at least 16 years old and less than 18 years old”

Delaware Driver Manual, page 28

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“The purpose of the learner’s permit is to enable you to drive the class of motor vehicle for which you want a driver license.”

Delaware Driver Manual, page 30
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District of Columbia

16 · 16 and a half, provisional driver license

The youngest you can be is 16.

“To obtain a learner permit you must be at least 16 years old, pass the knowledge test and vision screening.”

District of Columbia Driver Manual, page 14

You can get a provisional driver license at 16 years and 6 months.

“To obtain a provisional driver license you must be at least 16 years, 6 months old.”

District of Columbia Driver Manual, page 14

The full license with conditions covers ages 17 to 18.

“Full license with conditions between the ages of 17 – 18 years old”

District of Columbia Driver Manual, page 15
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Florida

15 · 16, Driver License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Requirements for Class E Learner’s & Driver License Learner’s License 1. Be at least 15 years old.”

Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 16

You can get a Class E driver license at 16 after the vision, knowledge and driving skill tests.

“Driver License 1. Be at least 16 years old. 2. Completion of TLSAE Course*. 3. Provide required identification. 4. Pass Vision, Class E Knowledge, and Driving Skill exams.”

Official Florida Driver License Handbook, page 16
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Georgia

15 · 16, Class D Provisional License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Upon reaching age 15, or anytime thereafter, you may apply for a Class C”

Georgia Drivers’ Manual, page 9

The manual calls it a class c instructional permit.

“If you would like more information related to a ClassC Instructional Permit (CP) Knowledge test, please see page 12.”

Georgia Drivers’ Manual, page 10

At 16, after a year and a day on the instructional permit, you can apply for a Class D provisional license.

“Obtaining a Class D Provisional License Upon reaching the age of 16, and after having held a valid instructional permit for one year and one day, you may apply for your Class D license.”

Georgia Drivers’ Manual, page 9
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Hawaii

15 and a half · 16, provisional license

The youngest you can be is 15 and a half.

“The minimum age to acquire an instruction permit is 15 1/2 years.”

Hawaii Driver’s Manual, page 13

The provisional license starts at 16.

“The minimum age to obtain a provisional license is 16 years.”

Hawaii Driver’s Manual, page 13

A class 3 driver’s license needs you to be 17.

“Driver’s License (class 3) – To get a class 3 license, you must be at least 17 years old.”

Hawaii Driver’s Manual, page 12
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Idaho

14 and a half · 15, driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 14 and a half.

“Driver Training Permits (DT) allow anyone 14 1/2 and under 17 years of age to attend any public school or private driver training program.”

Idaho Driver’s Handbook, page 15

You can be licensed at 15. Under 17 you must finish driver training and the GDL program first.

“Anyone operating a motor vehicle on public highways in Idaho must have a valid driver’s license. You can be licensed in Idaho when you are 15 years of age. However, if you are under 17 years of age, you must first successfully complete an approved driver’s training program and the graduated driver’s license program.”

Idaho Driver’s Handbook, page 3
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Illinois

15 · 16, Initial Licensing Phase

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If you are age 15-17, you may receive an instruction permit with acceptable proof from the authorized driver education provider.”

Illinois Rules of the Road, page 19

The initial licensing phase covers drivers aged 16 to 17.

“Initial Licensing Phase — Drivers Ages 16-17”

Illinois Rules of the Road, page 21
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Indiana

15 · 16, probationary driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If you are under 16 years of age, you must meet the following requirements to obtain a learner’s permit: • Be at least 15 years of age and show proof of your enrollment in a BMV licensed Behind-the-wheel training provider”

Indiana Driver’s Manual, page 8

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“A learner’s permit allows an Indiana resident to practice driving before applying for a driver’s license.”

Indiana Driver’s Manual, page 8

You can get a driver’s license at 16 with driver education, or at 16 years and 270 days without it.

“• You must be at least 16 years old with completion of a BMV licensed driver education program • You must be at least 16 years and 270 days of age without completion of a BMV licensed driver education program”

Indiana Driver’s Manual, page 14

Under 18, a probationary driver’s license needs 50 hours of supervised practice.

“If you are applying for a probationary driver’s license and are under 18 years of age, you must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice with:”

Indiana Driver’s Manual, page 14
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Iowa

Not published

The manual calls it an instruction permit.

“Drivers under the age of 18 with an instruction permit, intermediate license, or special minor restricted license are prohibited from making and receiving calls and talking on the phone while driving”

Iowa Driver’s License Manual, page 36
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Kansas

14 · 15, Restricted License

The youngest you can be is 14.

“Instruction Permits • Class C or M Instruction Permit: 14 years of age or older”

Kansas Driving Handbook, page 9

The restricted license starts at 15.

“Restricted License --- K.S.A. 8-2,101 • Minimum age of 15”

Kansas Driving Handbook, page 12

The unrestricted driver’s license starts at 17.

“Unrestricted Driver’s License — K.S.A. 8-235d • Minimum age 17”

Kansas Driving Handbook, page 13
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Kentucky

15 · 17, intermediate license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Drivers must be at least 15 years of age to take the vision and written knowledge tests and apply for a permit.”

Kentucky Driver Manual, page 13

The manual calls it an instruction permit.

“For all other license classes, the next step is to secure an instruction permit.”

Kentucky Driver Manual, page 12

The handbook says you apply for the intermediate license after 180 days on the permit and reaching 17.

“After holding the permit for 180 days and reaching age 17 the driver may schedule an appointment with the Kentucky State Police Driver Testing Branch to apply for their intermediate license.”

Kentucky Driver Manual, page 14
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Louisiana

15 · 16, intermediate license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“STAGE 1: LEARNER’S PERMIT 1. Must be a minimum of fifteen (15) years of age.”

Louisiana Class D & E Driver’s Guide, page 12

The guide calls it a learner’s permit.

“Class E - Minimum fifteen (15) years of age for a learner’s permit; must complete all stages of the Graduated Licensing Program.”

Louisiana Class D & E Driver’s Guide, page 9

The intermediate license starts at 16.

“STAGE 2: INTERMEDIATE LICENSE 1. Must have completed STAGE 1. 2. Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age.”

Louisiana Class D & E Driver’s Guide, page 12

A full license needs you to be 17 and pass the vision, knowledge and road skills tests.

“You must be at least 17 years of age and you must pass the vision, knowledge (written) test and road skills test to be issued a full license.”

Louisiana OMV, new licenses page
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Maine

15 · 16, Driver's License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“You must be at least 15 years of age.”

Maine Driver’s License Manual, page 7

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“To obtain a learner's permit you must successfully complete a driver knowledge written examination.”

Maine Driver’s License Manual, page 7

You can get a driver’s license at 16 with driver education, or at 18 without it.

“How Do You Obtain A Driver's License? • Be at least 16 years of age and have completed an approved driver education course. • Be at least 18 years of age if you have not completed an approved driver education course.”

Maine Driver’s License Manual, page 8

Your first license is provisional for 2 years if you’re under 21.

“The first license issued to a new applicant under 21 years of age is provisional for a period of two years but only one year for persons at least 21 years of age or older when receiving that first license.”

Maine Driver’s License Manual, page 9
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Maryland

15 and 9 months

The youngest you can be is 15 and 9 months.

“Applicants younger than 25: • Must be at least 1 5 years and 9 months old.”

Maryland Driver’s Manual, page 9

The manual calls it a learner’s instructional permit.

“The amount of time you must have a Learner’s Instructional Permit before you are eligible for a Provisional License depends on your age.”

Maryland Driver’s Manual, page 9
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Massachusetts

16 · 16 and a half, Junior Operator’s License

The youngest you can be is 16.

“You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Class D or M learner’s permit.”

Massachusetts Driver’s Manual, page 23

You can get a Class D driver’s license at 16½ after 6 months on the permit and driver education.

“You can obtain a learner's permit at age 16, but you may not receive a Class D or a Class M driver's license until you are at least 16 1/2 and have had your permit in good standing for six consecutive months and have completed a driver education training program approved by the RMV.”

Massachusetts Driver’s Manual, page 11

Between 16½ and 18 you hold a Junior Operator’s License.

“Any motor vehicle operator or motorcyclist between the ages of 16 1/2 and 18 is considered a Junior Operator. The Junior Operator Law has several requirements and restrictions that significantly affect the operation of a motor vehicle by a person who has a Junior Operator’s License (JOL).”

Massachusetts Driver’s Manual, page 17
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Michigan

14 and 9 months · 16, Level 2 Intermediate License

The youngest you can be is 14 and 9 months.

“GDL Level 1 Learner’s License: To apply, you must be at least 14 years, 9 months old, visit a Secretary of State office with your parent or legal guardian”

What Every Driver Must Know, page 18

The Level 2 Intermediate License starts at 16, after 6 months on Level 1.

“GDL Level 2 Intermediate License: To apply, you must be at least age 16 and have held your Level 1 Learner’s License for at least 6 months.”

What Every Driver Must Know, page 19

The Level 3 Full License starts at 17 after 6 months on Level 2.

“GDL Level 3 Full License: To be eligible, you must be at least age 17 and have held the Level 2 Intermediate License for at least six months.”

What Every Driver Must Know, page 19
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Minnesota

15 · 16, provisional license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“To qualify and obtain an instruction permit, you must: ■ Be at least 15 years old.”

Minnesota Driver’s Manual, page 16

You can get a provisional license at 16.

“To qualify for your provisional license, you must: ■ Be at least 16 years old.”

Minnesota Driver’s Manual, page 17
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Mississippi

15 · 16, Regular Driver’s License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“You must be at least fifteen years old to apply for a Regular Learner’s Permit.”

Mississippi Driver’s License Manual, page 13

You can get the regular driver’s license at 16 after a year on the learner’s permit.

“You have reached the age of sixteen and have held a Learner’s Permit for one year.”

Mississippi Driver’s License Manual, page 15

You hold the learner’s permit for a year before upgrading to a regular driver’s license.

“You must hold the Learner’s Permit for one year before you can upgrade to a Regular Driver’s License.”

Mississippi Driver’s License Manual, page 13
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Missouri

15 · 16, Intermediate License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Instruction Permit — Eligible Age: 15 This is the first step in Missouri’s Graduated Driver License Program for young drivers.”

Missouri Driver Guide, page 5

The intermediate license starts at 16.

“Intermediate License (Class F) — Eligible Age: 16 This is the second step in Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) program for young drivers.”

Missouri Driver Guide, page 6

The full driver license starts at 18.

“Full Driver License (Class F) — Eligible Age: 18 This is the basic driver license, also called an operator license.”

Missouri Driver Guide, page 6
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Montana

14 and a half

The youngest you can be is 14 and a half.

“A NCLP may be issued to any person who is at least 14 ½ years of age”

Montana Driver Manual, page 12

The manual calls it a non-commercial learner permit.

“A teenager may obtain a NCLP as early as 14 ½ years old only if he/she is participating in or has successfully completed a state-approved traffic education program (online courses are not approved).”

Montana Driver Manual, page 18
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Nebraska

15 · 16, Provisional Operator’s Permit

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Minimum Age: 15. May apply 60 days before 15th birthday, issuance must be on or after 15th birthday.”

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, page 11

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“Learner's Permit – Type LPD This permit is issued to allow a person to legally practice driving”

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, page 11

The Provisional Operator’s Permit lets you drive unsupervised from 6 a.m. to midnight.

“The Provisional Operator’s Permit allows an individual to operate a motor vehicle unsupervised in Nebraska from 6 a.m. to 12 midnight.”

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, page 12

The minimum age is 16, and you can apply 60 days before your 16th birthday.

“Minimum Age: 16. May apply 60 days before 16th birthday, issuance must be on or after 16th birthday.”

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, page 12

The Class O operator’s license needs 12 months on the provisional permit and age 17.

“Class O Operator’s License 1. Has held your Provisional Operator’s Permit for at least 12 months, 2. Is at least 17 years old, and”

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, page 22
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Nevada

15 and a half · 16, driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 15 and a half.

“To obtain an instruction permit, you must: • Be at least 15½ years old;”

Nevada Driver’s Handbook, page 15

You must be at least 16 to get a Nevada license.

“You must also be at least 16 years old and provide proof of your full legal name, age, Social Security Number if one has been issued to you, and Nevada residency.”

Nevada Driver’s Handbook, page 6

If you get your driver’s license at 16 or 17, you can’t carry passengers under 18 for 6 months.

“Applicants who are 16 or 17 years old when they receive their driver’s license will not be allowed to carry passengers under the age of 18 (except for immediate family members) for the first 6 months they drive per NRS 483.2523.”

Nevada Driver’s Handbook, page 15
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New Hampshire

No learner’s permit. From 15 and a half you can learn to drive with a parent, guardian or licensed adult 25 or older · 16, Youth Operator license

There’s no learner’s permit. From 15 and a half you can learn to drive with a parent, guardian or licensed adult 25 or older.

“New Hampshire does not issue permits to learn to drive; however, New Hampshire law allows a person at least 15 ½ years of age, who does not possess a driver’s license, to drive a motor vehicle while being taught to drive, when accompanied by a parent; legal guardian; or a responsible adult who is 25 years of age or older, and who is a licensed driver.”

New Hampshire Driver’s Manual, page 8

From 16 until 21 you get a Youth Operator license.

“Youth Operator license holders: Any person 16 years of age or older and under the age of 21 will be issued a Youth Operator license.”

New Hampshire Driver’s Manual, page 10
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New Jersey

16 · 17, Probationary License

The youngest you can be is 16.

“STEP 1 Get a Special Learner Permit • • Must be at least 16 years old”

New Jersey Driver Manual, page 17

The probationary license starts at 17, after 6 months of supervised driving and the road test.

“STEP 3 Get a Probationary License • Must have completed six months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements • Must pass the MVC’s road test • Must be at least 17 years old”

New Jersey Driver Manual, page 17

The basic driver license starts at 18 after a year of unsupervised probationary driving.

“STEP 5 Get the Basic Driver License • Must be at least 18 years old • Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving with probationary driver license restrictions • Must pay required fee”

New Jersey Driver Manual, page 17
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New Mexico

15 · 15 and a half, provisional license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“The minimum age for an instructional permit is 15 years of age.”

New Mexico Driver Manual, page 4

The manual calls it an instructional permit.

“To obtain an instructional permit you must be at least 15 years of age and pass the knowledge test and vision test.”

New Mexico Driver Manual, page 4

You can get a provisional license at 15 years and 6 months after 6 months on the instructional permit.

“The minimum age to receive a provisional license is 15 years and 6 months if the driver has held an instructional permit for 6 months.”

New Mexico Driver Manual, page 4
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New York

16

The youngest you can be is 16.

“Students who are at least age 16 can bring their receipt and completed forms to any state or county motor vehicle office to apply for a learner permit.”

New York State Driver’s Manual, page 11

The manual calls it a learner permit.

“When you pass the vision and written tests and pay your fees, your learner permit will be issued and you can start to learn to drive.”

New York State Driver’s Manual, page 11
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North Carolina

15 · 16, Level Two Limited Provisional License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“You must be at least 15 years old but less than 18 years old and reside in North Carolina.”

North Carolina Driver Handbook, page 14

The handbook calls it a limited learner permit.

“Limited Learner Permit If you are at least 15 years of age and have completed an approved driver education course that meets North Carolina requirements”

North Carolina Driver Handbook, page 14

The Level Two limited provisional license is for ages 16 to 18.

“Level Two Limited Provisional License • Drivers must be at least 16 years old, but less than 18.”

North Carolina Driver Handbook, page 15

At 18 you can upgrade to a regular Class C license online.

“At age 18, eligible drivers may upgrade to a regular Class C license online.”

North Carolina Driver Handbook, page 15
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North Dakota

14 · 15, restricted Class D operator’s license

The youngest you can be is 14.

“All applicants must be at least 14 years of age.”

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, page 7

The manual calls it an instruction permit.

“Individuals who are 14 or 15 years old must hold the instruction permit for 12 months or to the age of 16, whichever comes first, but no less than six months”

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, page 7

After the road test, a 15-year-old gets a restricted Class D operator’s license.

“Upon successful completion of the road test, a 15 year old will be issued a restricted Class D operator’s license.”

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, page 10

At 16 it becomes an unrestricted license.

“At age 16 the restricted Class D Operator’s License transitions to an unrestricted license.”

North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual, page 10
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Ohio

15 and a half

The youngest you can be is 15 and a half.

“At age 15 years and six months, you meet the minimum age requirement to complete the vision screening and knowledge test.”

Ohio Driver Manual, page 2

The manual calls it a temporary instruction permit identification card.

“Once you successfully complete the vision screening and knowledge test, visit a Deputy Registrar License Agency within 60 days to purchase a TIPIC.”

Ohio Driver Manual, page 3
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Oklahoma

15 · 16, Class D Intermediate License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Class D Learner Permit 15 You must be taking or have passed an approved driver education course and show a completed driver education certificate”

Oklahoma Driver Manual, page 6

The manual calls it a learner permit.

“A Learner Permit is valid only while a licensed driver, 21 or older, sits beside the driver.”

Oklahoma Driver Manual, page 6

The Class D intermediate license starts at 16 with driver education, or 16½ without it.

“Class D Intermediate License 16 16 ½ 16 – Cars, vans, trucks under 26,001 lbs. (GVWR), recreational vehicles, fire trucks. Must show completion certificate from an approved driver education course. 16 1/2 – Driver education completion not required.”

Oklahoma Driver Manual, page 6
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Oregon

15 · 16, driver license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Be at least 15 years of age to apply for an instruction permit.”

Oregon Driver Manual, page 97

You can apply for a license at 16.

“Be at least 16 years of age to apply for a license.”

Oregon Driver Manual, page 97

Under 18, you need 6 months on the permit before applying for a driver license.

“You must have held a permit for at least 6 months if you are under 18 years of age and applying for a driver license.”

Oregon Driver Manual, page 13
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Pennsylvania

16 · 16, Class C driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 16.

“You cannot apply for your permit before your 16th birthday.”

Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual, page 5

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“After passing the Knowledge Test, the examiner will give you a learner’s permit, which is valid for one (1) year.”

Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual, page 6

A Class C driver’s license can be issued at 16.

“CLASS C (minimum age 16): A Class C driver’s license will be issued to persons 16 years of age or older, who have demonstrated their qualifications to operate any vehicles, except those requiring a Class M qualification, and who do not meet the definitions of Class A or Class B.”

Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual, page 8

Your junior driver’s license becomes a regular driver’s license at 18.

“Your junior driver’s license will automatically become a regular driver’s license when you turn 18 years of age.”

Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual, page 8
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Rhode Island

16

The youngest you can be is 16.

“Although you cannot obtain a Limited Learner Permit from the DMV until you are sixteen (16), you are eligible to register for a driver education class”

Rhode Island Driver’s Manual, page 10
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South Carolina

15 · 15 and a half, conditional license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If you have never had a driver’s license, you must start with a beginner’s permit. • You must be at least 15 years old.”

South Carolina Driver’s License Manual, page 8

The manual calls it a beginner’s permit.

“If you have never had a driver’s license, you must start with a beginner’s permit.”

South Carolina Driver’s License Manual, page 8

You can get a conditional license at 15½.

“Conditional License for a 15-year-old If you are at least 15 ½, but less than 16, and have met the requirements listed in this section, you are eligible for a conditional license.”

South Carolina Driver’s License Manual, page 11

At 16 you’re eligible for a special restricted license.

“If you are 16, but less than 17, have met the requirements listed in this section, and have passed your vision and skills test, or if you are 16 and have a conditional license, you are eligible for a special restricted license.”

South Carolina Driver’s License Manual, page 12
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South Dakota

14 · 14, Restricted Minor’s Permit

The youngest you can be is 14.

“To obtain an Instruction Permit, you must be at least 14 years of age and pass the vision and knowledge tests.”

South Dakota Driver License Manual, page 8

The Restricted Minor’s Permit starts at 14 after the instruction permit and the driving test.

“Restricted Minor’s Permit - To obtain a Restricted Minor’s Permit, you must be at least 14 years of age, complete the requirements of the Instruction Permit, pass the driving test, and not have been convicted of a traffic violation during the six months prior to application for the Restricted Minor’s Permit.”

South Dakota Driver License Manual, page 8

The Operator’s License starts at 16.

“Operator’s License - To obtain an Operator’s License, you must be at least 16 years of age and must have passed the vision, knowledge and driving tests.”

South Dakota Driver License Manual, page 8
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Tennessee

15 · 16, Intermediate Restricted License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“To obtain a Class PD license, you must have reached the age of 15 and pass the written knowledge test and vision screening for a class D license.”

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, page 17

The manual calls it a learner permit.

“Class PD - Learner Permit Instructional permits are issued with another class of license, indicating the class of vehicle which the operator is legally entitled to drive.”

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, page 17

The Intermediate Restricted License starts at 16 with the road test.

“First Level - Intermediate Restricted License • You must be 16 years old and pass the driving skills test, also known as the road test.”

Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, page 28
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Texas

15 · 16, provisional license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“Table 1: Learner License Minimum Age Fee* Expiration 15 with driver education”

Texas Driver Handbook, page 7

The handbook calls it a learner license.

“A learner license, also known as an instruction permit, allows a student driver to legally practice driving when accompanied by a licensed driver.”

Texas Driver Handbook, page 7

A provisional license is for ages 16 to 18.

“A provisional license is a driver license issued to persons 16 to 18 years of age that has the Phase Two GDL driving restrictions applied.”

Texas Driver Handbook, page 9
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Utah

15 · 16, regular Class D license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“The entry-level learner permit is valid for 18 months and entitles you to drive a regular motor vehi- cle if: • You have reached a minimum age of 15.”

Utah Driver Handbook, page 17

The handbook calls it a learner permit.

“The written knowledge test scores for an entry-level learner permit are valid for 18 months.”

Utah Driver Handbook, page 17

You can get a regular Class D license at 16.

“To obtain an original regular Class D license, you must be at least 16 years of age.”

Utah Driver Handbook, page 20
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Vermont

15 · 16, Junior Driver’s License

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If you are a Vermont resident and want to drive in Vermont, you will have to get a Vermont Learner’s Permit. You must be at least 15 years old to take the test.”

Vermont Driver’s Manual, page 13

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“If you are a Vermont resident and want to drive in Vermont, you will have to get a Vermont Learner’s Permit.”

Vermont Driver’s Manual, page 13

A Junior Driver’s License is issued at 16 or 17.

“A Junior Driver’s License is issued to persons 16 or 17 years old who pass the required examination.”

Vermont Driver’s Manual, page 14
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Virginia

Not published

The manual calls it a learner’s permit.

“Applicants age 18 or older must hold the learner’s permit for 60 days prior to the first road skills test”

Virginia Driver’s Manual, page 6
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Washington

15 · 16, intermediate driver license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If you are enrolling in a driver training course You can apply for your permit as early as 15 years old.”

Washington Driver Guide, page 25

The guide calls it an instruction permit.

“Before applying for an instruction permit, you need to have a WDL number.”

Washington Driver Guide, page 25

At 16 and 17 you go through the instruction permit and then the intermediate driver license.

“Washington teens ages 16 and 17 move through two restricted phases of licensing before being granted an unrestricted driver license: 1) the instruction permit and 2) the intermediate driver license.”

Washington Driver Guide, page 28

Your first driver license needs 6 months on the permit and age 16.

“To get your first driver license, you must: • Have your instruction permit for at least 6 months. • Be at least 16 years old and a Washington resident.”

Washington Driver Guide, page 26
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West Virginia

15 · 16, Level 2 GDL intermediate driver’s license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“You must be at least 15 years of age.”

West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook, page 19

The handbook calls it an instruction permit.

“The Level 1 GDL instruction permit allows you to learn how to operate a motor vehicle with a licensed adult driver over the age of 21.”

West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook, page 19

Between 16 and 18, after Level 1, you can get a Level 2 GDL intermediate driver’s license.

“If you are between the ages of 16 and 18 and have completed all the requirements of the Level 1 GDL instruction permit, you will be eligible for a Level 2 GDL intermediate driver’s license.”

West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook, page 20

A Level 3 GDL needs 12 months without a conviction on Level 2 and age 17.

“To be eligible for a Level 3 GDL, you must have completed 12 months of conviction-free driving under a Level 2 GDL, be at least 17 years old, and have successfully completed all requirements.”

West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook, page 22
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Wisconsin

15 · 16, probationary license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“If under 18 years old: In addition to passing the knowledge test, highway signs test, vision screening and being at least 15 years old, you must be enrolled in a driver education program, including the behind-the-wheel portion.”

Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook, page 9

The handbook calls it an instruction permit.

“The instruction permit is required for someone to practice driving before taking the road test.”

Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook, page 9

Your first license is a probationary license, at 16 or older.

“The first license you will receive after passing your skills/driving test at the DMV is a probationary license. You must be at least 16 years old.”

Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook, page 10
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Wyoming

15 · 16, intermediate license

The youngest you can be is 15.

“An instruction permit may be obtained at 15.”

Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual, page 7

At 16 you can get an intermediate license with limited driving privileges.

“At 16 an applicant may obtain limited driving privileges by acquiring an intermediate license.”

Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual, page 7

Full privileges come at 17, or at 16½ with driver education and 6 months on the intermediate license.

“For full driving privileges, an applicant must be at least 17, or be 16-1/2 and have completed an approved driver education course and held an intermediate license for six months.”

Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual, page 7
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