Our New Jersey Traffic Court Lawyer Explains Probationary Driver's Licenses and GDL
Understanding the intricacies of New Jersey's traffic laws can be a daunting task, especially for new drivers navigating the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program. As an experienced New Jersey Traffic Court Lawyer, I can explain the essentials of Probationary Driver's Licenses and the GDL process, ensuring you stay informed and compliant on the road.
Graduated Driver License Program Phases
In New Jersey, if a person is under 21 years old or has never had a driver's license, they must complete a period of supervised driving before getting a basic driver's license. The GDL program introduces driving privileges in three phases. The phases to complete the program include:
- Learner's Permit for 16-year-old drivers
- Probationary License for drivers between the ages of 17-21
- Adult First Time Drivers for drivers 21 and older
Each level has restrictions that must be adhered to by the license holder, and failure to do so carries consequences. However, upon completion of all the steps in the program, drivers are awarded an unrestricted basic driver's license.
It is important to obey these restrictions while holding a GDL, as the law is less tolerant of these infractions, and problems can arise if you accumulate more than three points.
Knowing the rules of the road can help. To get more information on New Jersey's traffic laws, download my free book, A Guide to Driving Legally in NJ and Surviving Traffic Court If You Don't.
