New Jersey teen drivers and parents, did you hear about the new teen driver's license rules?
As of February 1, 2025, teen drivers in NJ will need to log some serious practice time behind the wheel before getting their probationary license. We're talking 50 hours total, with 10 of those hours happening after dark. This new requirement impacts all NJ teen drivers applying for their license.
What's the deal for NJ Teen Drivers?
This new law is all about making our roads safer for NJ teen drivers and everyone else. More practice means better-prepared drivers, and that's good news for everyone. If you're an NJ teen driver under 21 and got your learner's permit (either a special learner's permit or an examination permit) on or after February 1, 2025, this new rule applies to you. This change is specifically for NJ teen drivers navigating the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program.
How do NJ Teen Drivers prove it?
You'll need to fill out a Certification of Supervised Driving Form. Your parent, guardian, or whoever's supervising your driving needs to sign it, saying you've completed those 50 hours. While you can use a driving log (like the one in the Share the Keys Resource Guide) to keep track, you must submit the signed certification form. Just a heads up: the NJMVC won't accept driving logs or any other forms. This is a crucial step for NJ teen drivers to get their license.
When do NJ Teen Drivers submit the form?
Since you have to wait six months after getting your permit to take your road test, the NJMVC won't start accepting these certification forms until August 1, 2025. Don't rush to send it in before then! This timeline is important for all NJ teen drivers planning to get their licenses.
Who's affected among NJ Teen Drivers?
This new 50-hour rule is only for NJ teen drivers under 21 who got their permits on or after February 1, 2025. If you got your permit before that date, you're all good – the new rule doesn't apply to you. And if you're 21 or older when you get your permit, you're also exempt.
Why the change for NJ Teen Drivers?
Governor Murphy signed this new law back in January 2024. It's all about making sure young drivers, including NJ teen drivers, have enough experience before hitting the road on their own.
Want to learn more about driving as an NJ Teen Driver?
Check out the NJMVC website for all the details on New Jersey's Graduated Driver License (GDL) program, including this new practice driving requirement. Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc/license/firstlic.htm to find the general GDL and the GDL requirements for those under 17. This is the best resource for NJ teen drivers and their parents.
Source: NJ Department of Motor Vehicle Press Release
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