How Old Do I Need To Be To Drive a Car In Virginia?
Reader’s Question:
How old should I be to be able to drive in the state of Virginia?
Albert
Thank you for asking.
You must a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia and should be at least 16 years and 3 months of age before you can obtain a drivers license in Virginia. This is according to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle. If you want to get a learner’s permit, you must be at least 15 years and six months of age.
If you are under 18, you need a written consent from your parents or guardian unless you are married or emancipated. You need to complete a state approved driver’s education program if you are under the age of 19.
If you have never held a license issued by the state of Virginia, or foreign country, Us territory and unable to show proof that you had a license and is 19 years old and older, you must show proof that:
1. you passed an approved driver’s education course
2. you have a Virginia’s learners permit at least 30 days before taking the Department of Motor Vehicle road skill test.
You may call the Department of Motor Vehicle in Virginia to get more information on how to obtain Virginia’s driver’s license or permit.
Goodluck!
MariCAR
Teen Motorcycle Driver With a Learners Permit?
Reader’s Question:
Im a minor. Do I need to have full coverage insurance if I only have a motorcycle permit? I live in Minnesota.
Molly
Nice Question, Molly.
This would actually depend on the state law if you will need to obtain an insurance at this point or wait till you are fully licensed for the motorcycle.
The Office of Traffic Safety in Minnesota notes that all motorcyclists must do the following:
1. needs to have a motorcycle instruction permit or an endorsement
2. register the motorcycle and display the valid license plate
3. carry the liability insurance on their motorcycle and proof of insurance when riding.
4. wear eye protection
So if you are under 18 years of age you must:
1. complete an approved motorcycle rider training course
2. wear a DOT approved helmet
If you are a teen, you will need to contact an insurance agent to know more about when you can be added in your parent’s policy. Some insurance company allow teens to be added the same day she receives the learner’s permit. Other companies require the addition once the teen obtains full or unrestricted license.
You may contact the Department of Motor Vehicle to find out what requires you to have an insurance with a motorcycle permit.
Goodluck!
MariCAR
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