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What restrictions apply to new and teen drivers with a WA drivers license? Washington

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Drivers Permit and License Restrictions for Washington Teens

If you're a teen who is younger than 18 years old you'll be required to abide by the following driver license restrictions:

  • For the first six months of holding your drivers license, no passengers younger than 20 can ride with you unless they're immediate family.
  • For the second six months of holding your drivers license, you cannot carry more than three passengers younger than 20 unless they're immediate family.
  • For the first 12 months, no driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. unless you're accompanied by another licensed driver who is 25 or older. This restriction is waived if you must drive for agricultural job purposes under the direction of a farmer.
  • No use of wireless devices while driving. This includes talking on a cell phone and receiving or sending text messages. This restriction is waived only in emergency situations.
The WA DOL will extend the term of your restrictions until you turn 18 and send a warning letter to your parent of guardian if:

  • You're caught violating any of your license restrictions.
  • You're caught violating any rules of the road.
  • If you're involved in a car accident.
If you're caught a second time, your license will be suspended for six months or until you turn 18 (whichever comes first). A third violation will result in mandatory driver license suspension until you reach 18 years old. 

Learners Permit Restrictions

If you hold driving permit you may only drive while accompanied in the front seat by another driver who has held a drivers license for a minimum of five years.

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