Ohio Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws

Driving teens to drive safely

There's a lot to learn when your teen's just starting out on the road. Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws are designed to equip young drivers with the skills and experience required when earning an official license. Car crashes are the number one killer of teens in the nation¹, but you can help lower your teen driver's risk by educating them on the importance of GDL laws and safe driving.

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Ohio Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws

Minimum age

15 years and 6 months old

Learner stage duration

6 months

Required supervised driving hours

50 hours, 10 of which must be at night

Nighttime driving restriction

During the first 12 months: 12 a.m. to 6 a.m.
After 12 months: 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.

Passenger restriction
(family members are exempt unless otherwise noted)

No more than 1 passenger first 12 months

Minimum age for full-privilege driving

12 months licensed and 17 years old

Learn more about Ohio licensing requirements, teen driving in Ohio and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's GDL laws.

On the road to safer driving

In addition to GDL laws, you play a role in your teen's driving safety too. It's important to consider car safety features if shopping for a vehicle for your new driver. Check out vehicle safety ratings and features from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to take a closer look.

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GDL requirements provided for informational purposes only. State requirements vary by state and may change from time to time. Check with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety if you have questions about current state requirements.

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²Further restrictions or details may apply. Please visit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for more information.