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What restrictions apply to new and teen drivers with an IN drivers license? Indiana

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Drivers License Restrictions for IN Teens

All teen drivers younger than 18 who upgrade from a learners permit to a driver license will face the following driving restrictions:

  • For the first 180 days after receiving your drivers license you will need to have a licensed driver sitting next to you in the front seat who is 25 or older – 21 or older if it's a parent or guardian – in order to drive with passengers.
  • For the first 180 days you cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. After 180 days the restrictions change to: no driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. Saturday and Sunday; no driving after 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; no driving before 5 a.m. Monday through Friday. Restrictions are lifted if you're accompanied by another Indiana licensed driver who is 25 or older or a parent, guardian or stepparent who is 21 or older. In addition, you'll also be exempt if you're driving for work, school, or religious purposes.
  • No cell phone use, unless for emergency.

Driving Permit Restrictions

There are also driving restrictions for teen drivers with learner permits. These are more obvious and include:

  • If you're younger than 18 you can only drive while the front seat passenger side is occupied by a parent, guardian, stepparent, or other relative who is at least 21 years old and holds a valid drivers license.  
  • If you're 18 or older you can only drive while accompanied by another licensed driver, regardless of age.
Failing to adhere to these restrictions could significantly delay your quest for an Indiana drivers license. For questions about driving restrictions and regulations as they relate to your license or drivers permit, contact your local BMV office.

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