What Your 16-17 Year Old Can and Can’t Do Behind The Wheel With A Learner’s Permit

If you are the parent or guardian of a 16 or 17 year old you are probably deep into negotiations about obtaining a Learner’s Permit. While New Haven auto accidents are a serious risk for teenage drivers, following the rules of the road and the rules of their learner’s permit, and eventual license, can help keep them safe.

In order to get their Connecticut learner’s permit, drivers must successfully pass a 25-question test. One they have it, they must accrue 40 hours behind the wheel before applying for their license.

New permit holders must complete eight hours classroom training including two-hours with their parent/guardian on teen driving laws. During the entire time he or she has their permit, they may only drive with a 20 year or older licensed driver who has had their license for four consecutive years; or a licensed driving instructor.