North Carolina Teen Driver's Licensing Guide

In North Carolina, teens can apply for a limited learner's permit at age 15. They must have completed a state-approved driver education course and passed a vision test, demonstrating readiness for supervised driving practice.

NC uses a three-tiered Graduated Licensing System for new drivers. After holding a learner's permit for 12 months, teens can advance to a limited provisional license, then to a full provisional license upon meeting age and experience requirements.

Permit holders must complete 60 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night. A parent or guardian must log these hours in a driving log, which must be submitted to the DMV before advancing to the next licensing stage.

Permit holders face several restrictions: they can only drive with a supervising adult and must follow a 9 p.m. curfew. Any traffic violations can delay the progression to the next licensing stage, underscoring the importance of safe driving habits.

Adding a teen driver to an insurance policy can significantly increase premiums. However, many insurance companies offer discounts for completing driver's education or maintaining good grades, which can help offset the cost.

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