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Young driver licensing systems in the U.S.

North Dakota

To get a learners license you must:
Have a minimum age of 14
Before getting a license or restricted license you must:
Have a mandatory holding period of <16: 12 months; 16: 6 months or until age 18, whichever comes first
Have a minimum supervised driving time of <16: 50 hours; ≥ 16: none
Have a minimum age of 16; 15 for a parent requested restricted license
Restrictions during intermediate or restricted license stage:
Nighttime restrictions The holder of a restricted license may only drive a car belonging to a parent or guardian and may not drive between the later of sunset or 9pm and 5am
Passenger restrictions

(family members excepted unless otherwise noted)
none
Minimum age at which restrictions may be lifted:
Nighttime restrictions 16
Passenger restrictions none

 

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