Teen

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Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) programs allow young drivers to safely gain driving experience before obtaining full driving privileges. Most programs include three stages:
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 	<li><strong>Learner Stage:</strong> supervised driving, cumulating with a driving test;</li>
 	<li><strong>Intermediate Stage:</strong> limiting unsupervised driving in high risk situations; and</li>
 	<li><strong>Full Privilege Stage:</strong> a standard driver’s license. During the 1990s, many states began enacting GDL laws. The programs and types of restrictions vary from state to state. Below are some highlights:</li>
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During the 1990s, many states began enacting GDL laws. The programs and types of restrictions vary from state to state. Below are some highlights:
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 	<li><strong>Cell Phones/Texting: </strong>37 states and D.C. ban all cell phone use by novice drivers. (See <a href="https://www.ghsa.org/state-laws/issues/distracted%20driving">GHSA’s Cell Phone laws page</a> for more information.)</li>
 	<li><strong>Nighttime Driving Restriction: </strong>All states except Vermont restrict nighttime driving during the intermediate stage.</li>
 	<li><strong>Passenger Restriction: </strong>47 states and D.C. restrict the number of passengers during the intermediate stage.</li>
 	<li><strong>Novice Driver Decal:</strong> New Jersey is the only state with a measure requiring those younger than 21 without full-privilege licenses to display a decal on their vehicle identifying them as new drivers.</li>
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NOTE: GHSA does not compile any additional data on GDL laws other than what is presented here. For more information, consult the appropriate <a href="https://www.ghsa.org/about/shsos">State Highway Safety Office</a>.
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<blockquote><strong>You have more influence on your teen than you may think. Be a good example and get involved in their driving habits from the beginning, and stay involved for the duration of their teen years.</strong></blockquote>
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Set driving ground rules with your teen and explain the consequences for breaking them; then get it in writing using a contract like the <span style="color: #008000;"><strong><a style="color: #008000;" href="https://www.cdc.gov/MotorVehicleSafety/pdf/Driving_Contract-a.pdf">Parent-Teen Driving Contract</a></strong></span> (PDF, 1.55 MB). Most importantly: Enforce the rules.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]
<h3>What Can I Do to Keep My Teen Driver Safe on the Road?</h3>
<strong>Get Involved</strong>
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 	<li>Know and understand your <a href="https://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/bystate/index.html">State’s GDL law</a>.</li>
 	<li>Share important driving tips in these fact sheets for novice drivers with your teenager.</li>
 	<li>Set ground rules and consequences for your teen driver, and get it in writing.</li>
 	<li>Be a role model – practice safe driving habits every time you drive.</li>
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