Pennsylvania Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws

Laws that help teens learn safe driving skills

When your teen starts to drive, safety is the first priority. Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws help protect your new driver while they're learning good habits. By implementing requirements like learner's permits, these laws help your teen build important skills and experience to be a successful—and safe—driver.

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Pennsylvania Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws

Minimum age

16 years old

Learner stage duration

6 months

Required supervised driving hours

65 hours, 10 of which must be at night and 5 of which must be during inclement weather

Nighttime driving restriction

11 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Passenger restriction
(family members are exempt unless otherwise noted)

No more than 1 passenger under 18 years old during the first 6 months; thereafter, no more than 3 passengers

Minimum age for full-privilege driving

12 months licensed and 17 ½ years old or 18 years old (whichever comes first)

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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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