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West Virginia Graduated License Law

Level I Instruction Permit

Age 15 - 17

Requirements

  • Knowledge test.
  • Application signed by both parents, surviving parent, single parent having custody or legal guardian.
  • Current school enrollment form.

Restrictions

  • Licensed driver 21 or over in front seat.
  • May only drive between 5:00 am & 11:00 pm.
  • Safety belts in accordance with state law.
  • Zero alcohol tolerance

Level II Intermediate License

Age 16 - 17

Requirements

  • Road skills test.
  • Held Permit minimum 6 months.
  • Clear record for previous 6 months.
  • 30 hour supervised practice certification form completed and certified by parent/legal guardian or Driver Education Card.
  • Application signed by both parents, surviving parent, single parent having custody or legal guardian.
  • Current school enrollment form.

Restrictions

  • May drive without supervising adult between 5:00 am and 11:00 pm.
  • Licensed driver 21 or over in front seat between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am.
  • Safety belts in accordance with state law.
  • Maximum 3 passengers under 19 (family members exempt).
  • Zero alcohol tolerance.

Driver’s License

Age 17+

Requirements (Under 21)

  • Held Intermediate License minimum 1 year.
  • Clear record for previous 1 year (excludes headlamp violation and improper backing violation).
  • Under 18, application signed by both parents.
  • Current school enrollment form.

Requirements (21+)

  • Zero alcohol tolerance.
  • All occupants must use safety belts in accordance with state law.