If you are under 21 years old or have never had a driver license, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) requires that you complete a period of supervised driving before getting a basic driver license. As a result, the MVC’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) program introduces driving privileges in several phases.
No driving between the hours of 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult driver who is at least 21 years of age and who has a valid Jersey driver license and a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
Parents, guardians and/or dependents are permitted as passengers.
Maximum of one additional passenger is permitted unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
No cellular or other devices, hands-held or hands-free.
No driving between the hours of 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult driver who is at least 21 years of age and who has a valid Jersey driver license and a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
Parents, guardians and/or dependents are permitted as passengers.
Maximum of one additional passenger is permitted unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
If you are 21 years of age or older there are no passenger or hour restrictions
No cellular or other devices, hands-held or hands-free.
No driving between the hours of 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
You must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult driver who is at least 21 years of age and who has a valid Jersey driver license and a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
Parents, guardians and/or dependents are permitted as passengers.
Maximum of one additional passenger is permitted unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
No cellular or other devices, hands-held or hands-free.
Seat belts required to be worn at all times.
GDL Exemptions
Restricted drivers are eligible for hours-related exemptions for employment or religious reasons.
Drivers must have documentation on letterhead signed by the employer, organization or religious institution setting forth the reasons for this request. These documents should include the signature, title, address and telephone number of designated official.
If you have any questions concerning the New Jersey Young Driver’s Program, please contact our office at 732-747-1844. Thank you.
