In Michigan, teens under the age of 18 who want to learn to drive must complete driver education as part of the in the Graduated Driver Licensing system (GDL). Driver education is offered through state-certified, independently owned, driver education businesses (providers).
Under GDL, teens must complete two segments of driver education instruction and meet the requirements for each of the three licensing levels. Driving privileges are increased at each new licensing level.
- Driver education – Segment 2 consists of a minimum of six hours of classroom instruction. A score of at least 70% on the Segment 2 state exam is required to pass the course. Teens must log at least 30 hours of supervised driving time (including a minimum of two hours of nighttime driving) and have had their Level 1 License for at least three consecutive months before they can take Segment 2.
- Driving skills test must be passed before the Level 2 License can be issued. Driving skills tests are given by independent driver testing businesses.
- Level 2 Intermediate License allows teens to drive without supervision but places specific driving restrictions related to late night driving and passengers. Teens cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., may only have one passenger, and cannot use a cell phone while driving except in emergencies.
- Note: A parent or legal guardian can hold a teen at their current licensing level (GDL 1 or GDL 2) or cancel their GDL license at any time before their 18th birthday. To request a hold or cancellation of their teens’ GDL license, the parent or legal guardian needs to schedule a visit at a Secretary of State office.
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