We're very happy that you're starting the process of applying for your Newark Ohio learner's permit or first Newark Ohio driver license! Newark Ohio has a graduated driver license program for Newark Ohio drivers ages 15-18, and there are a few things we would like you to know to make sure that applying for your Newark Ohio driving license is as trouble-free an experience as possible. So let's jump right in.
When you turn 15 and a half, you can apply for an Newark Ohio Temporary Instruction Permit, otherwise known as an Newark Ohio Learner’s Permit. With this license, the following restrictions apply:
When you're ready to apply, you’ll need to bring proof of age and identity; your social security number; and a parent/guardian to sign the permit application.
If you’ve got all of the necessary materials, head on down to your local Newark Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) with your parent or guardian and submit your application. Then, you’ll have to take a vision test, as well as a knowledge test. (Relax, you can practice with a sample Newark Ohio knowledge test.) If you pass, then congratulations--you’ve just earned your Newark Ohio Temporary Permit!
Once you’ve held your Newark Ohio Temporary Permit for 6 months and have met a few more requirements, you’ll be ready for the next step in the Newark Ohio Graduated License Program, the Newark Ohio Driver License.
The Newark Ohio Provisional Driver License or Newark Ohio Full Driver License
You can apply for your Newark Ohio Probationary Driver License once you’ve held your Newark Ohio Temporary Instruction Permit for 6 months and have met the following requirements:
- Complete 8 hours of driving instruction
- Complete 24 hours of class instruction in an approved Newark Ohio driver education course
- Practice driving for 50 hours total - 10 of these hours must be at night
- Your parent/guardian will have to certify your documented practice hours
As soon as you satisfy these requirements, head on down to your local Newark Ohio BMV. You’ll have to overcome one final obstacle: the dreaded Newark Ohio road skills test! If you pass, then reward yourself for making it to this point. You’ve just earned your Newark Ohio Probationary Driver License!
Newark Ohio Teen Driver License Restrictions and Penalties
You still have just a little father to go to earn your full Newark Ohio driver's license. Until then, there are a few restrictions for your Newark Ohio Probationary Driver License, depending on your age:
- Newark Ohio teen drivers under 17 can’t carry more than 1 passenger that is not family (unless accompanied by a parent/guardian of course)
- All passengers between the ages of 4 and 15 must be properly restrained
- If you’re 16, you may not drive between the hours of 12AM and 6AM
- If you’re 17, you may not drive between the hours of 1AM and 5AM
- The exception for the driving curfew is in case of: (1) an emergency, (2) driving to/from a school sanctioned activity, and (3) driving to/from your place of employment (must have written documentation from your employer)
On the bright side, once you turn 18, these restrictions are removed. Freedom!
Newark Ohio Drunk Driving, Cell Phone, and Text Messaging Laws
As an Newark Ohio teen driver, there's no bigger threat you'll face than drunk drivers. It’s important for you to learn the Newark Ohio drunk driving laws (and obey them religiously). Like most states, Newark Ohio has a Zero Tolerance Law for underage drinking, and if you are convicted of an Newark Ohio DUI or Newark Ohio DWI, you face additional penalties to those listed below.
Upon your first conviction of an Newark Ohio DUI, you’ll face the following penalties:
- License suspension from 6 months to 3 years
- Or Driver Intervention Program (3 days)
- Newark Ohio License reinstatement fee $450
- Jail 3 days to 6 months
- Fine from $250 to $1,000
And of course, further Newark Ohio DWI and DUI convictions will result in more severe penalties, up and including jail time, Newark Ohio license suspension or even Newark Ohio license revocation. As you can see, it's something we take very seriously - don't do it!
Newark Ohio Auto Insurance Financial Responsibility Laws
Once you finally get your coveted Newark Ohio Learner’s Permit or Newark Ohio Provisional driver’s license, you’re ready to drive--or so you may think. Because accidents happen to even experienced drivers, Newark Ohio drivers are required by law to be covered by liability insurance. The minimum liability insurance coverage is:
- $12,500 bodily injury for one person
- $7,500 for property damage per accident
- $25,000 bodily injury two or more people
It's no joke. If you are in an accident and found to be driving without Newark Ohio mandatory liability insurance, your Newark Ohio license could be suspended for 90 days to 2 years, and you may face Newark Ohio license plate reinstatement fees, as well as other penalties.
Newark Ohio Cell Phone Laws
We acknowledge how important it is for young people to stay in touch with friends, but studies show that cell phone use, especially text messaging, contributes to accidents. Currently, it is illegal for Newark Ohio teen drivers to use cell phones while driving only in Brooklyn, North Olmstead, and Walton Hills. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't be careful elsewhere as well!
Newark Ohio Online Driver Education
Newark Ohio teen drivers are required to take an Newark Ohio approved driver education course. You can find more information on approved Newark Ohio online driver education courses at the Newark Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles search page.