Licensing Requirements for Teens, Graduated Driver License Laws and Driving Curfews

GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSING (GDL) LAWS allow teen 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 through 17. Florida’s GDL laws are designed to help teens gradually and safely build their skills and experience behind the wheel. It is important for teens and their parents to understand these laws and obey them.

ALWAYS accompanied by a licensed driver 21+
Must hold for a minimum of 12 months or until 18th birthday, whichever comes first.
Required 50 hours of supervised driving, 10 of which must be at night.

322.1615(1) – Minimum age of 15 required for learner’s license

322.161(1)(a) – Minimum duration to hold a learner’s license

322.05(1) – Minimum age of 16 for Class E license

322.05(2)(a) – Learner license required for 12 months

322.05(3) – Required supervised driving for 50 hours, 10 at night

322.16(2) – Nighttime driving restrictions for 16

322.16(3) – Nighttime driving restrictions for 17

Florida Teen Drivers

Licensing Requirements for Teens, Graduated Driver License Laws and Driving Curfews
Class E Knowledge Exam & Driving Skills Test
Required Forms for Teens
Traffic Laws for Florida Teens
Resources for Teens and Parents
Youthful Driver Monitoring Service
Driving Safety Program for Schools
Frequently Asked Questions