North Carolina · North Carolina General Statutes — Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles

N.C.G.S. (Motor Vehicles) § 20-11: Issuance of limited learner's permit and provisional drivers license to person who is less than 18 years old

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What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes a graduated licensing process for drivers under 18, requiring driver education, written tests, and a high school diploma or equivalent. It defines three privilege levels with specific restrictions on supervising drivers, driving hours, and mobile phone use.

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