1. Permit (at least age 16) We recommend our Driver Ed Kit - Behind The Wheel Version to use during the Permit stage. Shows the parent how to teach collision-free driving habits and provides unique teaching tools (mirrors, checklists, videos, audio instruction series, etc.).
2. Provisional Privileges Phase (ages 16 - 17) - Must have held Permit at least 180 days (6 months). Must take 4-hour Graduated Licensing class within one year of receiving Provisional License.
3. Regular License (at least age 18).

Permit holders must operate with a licensed driver at least 21 years old.

Permit holders under 21 years of age cannot drive between midnight and 6:00 A.M.

Permit holders under 21 years of age must drive on a permit for at least 180 days.

A parent or guardian may withdraw their approval at any time for drivers under age 18.

The Driver Examiner will enroll new drivers after they:

• pass the driving skills test (The motor vehicle you use for testing must be properly registered and proof of liability insurance is required),
• or submit proof of a high school driver education course for graduation credit, or
• or submit proof of a Transportation Cabinet approved private driving school.

A parent or guardian may withdraw their approval at any time for drivers under age 18.

New drivers age 16 or 17 receiving a license must complete a highway safety education course within one year of obtaining a driver license. This course may be a 4-hour course given by the Transportation Cabinet in your county. There is no charge for this course.

High school driver education class, or Transportation Cabinet approved private driving school courses are also acceptable, in place of the Cabinet’s 4-hour course.

Persons under the age of 21 must hold the instruction permit at least 180 days before applying for an operator’s license.

Persons 21 years old and over must hold their instruction permit at least 30 days.