Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws Ââ basically, laws for drivers who are minors â allow young drivers to safely gain driving experience under lower-risk conditions before obtaining full driving privileges. These laws outline limits and restrictions for new drivers ages 15, 16 and 17. Floridaâs GDL laws are designed to help teens gradually â and safely â build their skills and experience behind the wheel. It is important for teens and their parents to understand these laws and obey them.REQUIREMENTS FOR MINORS GETTING LEARNERâS LICENSEMust be at least 15 years oldIf under 18 years old, must have a signed/notarized Parental Consent Form (step-parents may not sign unless they have legally adopted the minor child)Proof of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course completionHave taken vision and hearing examsPassed Class E Knowledge TestPrepare for the exam by studying the Official Florida Driver License Handbook50 multiple-choice questions about traffic laws and traffic signs; 40 correct answers (80%) to passREQUIREMENTS FOR MINORS GETTING OPERATORâS LICENSEMust be at least 16 years oldHold Learnerâs license for 12 months or age 18 (whichever comes first)Have driven at least 50 hours with Learnerâs license (10 of which were at night)Provide signed Certification of Minor Driving Experience FormNO moving violation convictions for one year since learnerâs date of issuance (OR may have one moving violation as long as adjudication was withheld)Passed Driving Skills TestThe vehicle used for the driving test must have a current registration and be insured.Note: The minor must provide documents needed to establish proof of identity, proof of social security number and proof of residential address. Please visit GatherGoGet.com for a list of acceptable documents.DRIVING CURFEWS FOR MINORSLicense TypeHoursNote:Learner's LicenseDaylight hours first three months license issued--10pm after three monthsALWAYS accompanied by a licensed driver 21+16 year old with Operator's LicenseNOT between 11pm to 6amUnless driving to or from work OR accompanied by a licensed driver 21+17 year old with Operator's LicenseNOT between 1am to 5amUnless driving to or from work OR accompanied by a licensed driver 21+DRIVING IS A PRIVILEGE â DONâT LOSE ITParents can rescind driver licenseThe parent or guardian who signs the Parental Consent Form can rescind responsibility for the minorâs driving and cancel their license.6+ points within 12 months ââBusiness Purposes Onlyâ for one yearIf the minor receives six points on their driving record within a 12 month period, their driving privileges are automatically restricted to Business Purposes Only for 12 months or until they are 18, whichever happens first. If they receive additional points during this restricted period, the restriction is extended 90 days for each additional point.Zero ToleranceDrivers under the age of 21 with a blood alcohol level of .02% or more will have their license immediately suspended for six months. A second offense will result in a one year suspension. Refusal to submit to testing (first offense) results in a suspension of 12 months; 18 months on a second offense.NO moving violation convictions for one year from Learnerâs License date of issuanceIf the minor receives a moving traffic conviction while they have a Learnerâs License, the one-year period they are required to hold their Learnerâs License will be extended for one year from the date of the conviction or until they are 18 years old, whichever happens first.Must be in compliance with school attendance, or ineligible to obtain or maintain licenseIf the minor is not in compliance with school attendance, their driving privilege can be suspended until proof is provided that they have attended school for 30 consecutive days.Convicted of tobacco possessionIf the minor is convicted for possession of tobacco or nicotine products, their Learnerâs License will be revoked for a minimum of 30 days.PRIVACY STATEMENTDISCLAIME
