16 Year Old Teen Auto Insurance Quote in Colorado
Reader’s Question:
My 16 year old daughter is purchasing a vehicle from a private seller in Colorado. The seller said she has heard that it is illegal to sell to a teenager. Is this true?
Helen
Arvada, CO
Your 16-year-old daughter should be able to buy a car Colorado. But, a parent or legal guardian will probably have to co-own the car until she turns 18-years-old. Until she turns 18, she is a minor. Minors are not permitted to enter a legally binding contract on their own. After your daughter turns 18, she will be able to buy any car on her own. If she buys the car, she has a regular driver’s license, and needs car insurance, depending the state which she resides.
Your daughter may be able to enter her zip code, hit the ‘new quote’ button, so she can obtain a car insurance quote. Also, she will also be able to buy her policy immediately too online!!!
Can I Drive My Car Alone With Just a Learners Permit?
Reader’s Question:
What would the penalty be if I drive alone in the state of Virginia with just a learner’s permit?
Alan
Thank you for asking, Alan.
According to the Virginia driver’s manual, a minor may only be permitted to drive if he is accompanied by a a licensed driver of at least 21 years of age. A driver accompanying you may be 18 years of age if if she or he is your legal guardian.
Your legal guardian accompanying you and monitoring your ability to drive a vehicle must be legally permitted to drive and holds a valid driver’s license.
It is worth 3 points in Virginia and would stay on your driving record for 3 years for the learner’s permit violation.
According to Virginia state law, a Class 2 misdemeanor may have a penalty of confinement to jail for up to six months and a fine of $1000.
You will need to contact the court in the ticket that you received to verify and check what the penalties you would be facing. You may also get an advised from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles regarding the penalties associated with the violation.
Goodluck!
MariCAR
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