New Residents Under 18
If you've moved to Ohio, are under 18, already have a license, are considered to be a "resident" (see above section for qualifications), and wish to drive, you'll need to get an Ohio driver license. Here's how.
For starters, you will need to provide proof that you've had at least six months of driving experience. Then, you'll need to complete an affidavit that documents that you've had at least 50 hours of driving, 10 of which were at night.
You'll also need to provide proof that that you've completed a driver education course that meets Ohio's standards. Just bring your original driver training certificate of completion and your out-of-state license to an license examination agency to see if the course you took qualifies.
Also, make sure to bring along a co-signer (parent or legal guardian) with you. If everything checks out fine, you can proceed to the testing phase.
Then pick up the Digest of Ohio Motor Laws handbook at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch or, even more convenient, just download it.
After you've studies the material, go to a license examination agency. Bring along two documents to prove your identity and Social Security number. You don't need an appointment.
You will be asked to pass a written test and a vision test. There is no charge for these tests. If you pass both tests, you will then have 10 days to go to a BMV branch office and get your license.
The fees for your license will vary.
If you're new to Ohio, under 18, and don't have a license but would like to get one, just follow the procedures in the last section.
Long-term Residents Over 18
If you're not a new resident of Ohio and are over 18, or even if you are a new resident who is over 18 but doesn't have a license from your previous state, follow these procedures.
Start by studying the Digest of Ohio Motor Laws handbook, which you can pick up at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch or simply download.
When you're ready to be tested, return to the branch. Bring along two documents to prove your identity and Social Security number. If everything checks out, you will be given a temporary permit packet. Be careful with the packet; if you should lose or damage it anywhere along the way to getting a license, you'll have to start all over. The cost of the packet is $22.
The packet will not give you the right to start driving; you'll have to pass the written and vision test first. To do this, proceed to a driver's license exam station with your packet. No appointment is necessary. While there, you will be asked to pass a written test and a vision test. There is no charge for these tests.
When you feel that you are ready to take the next step of passing the maneuverability and driving test, make an appointment with the exam station (you may also make an appointment online). Make sure to bring all packet materials with you to the test.
If you pass both tests, you will be given a completion certificate from your examiner. Take that within 10 days to a license agency to get your driver license. The fees for your license will vary.
Long-term Residents Under 18
If you're between 15 1/2 and 18, you will need to follow the same procedures as described in the section above, but with a few added details.
When you apply for your packet, you will need to bring along a parent or legal guardian, who will co-sign your application.
Also, before attempting to pass the road skills test, you will need to show proof that you've completed a driver education course that consists of at least 24 hours of classroom driving instruction and eight hours of driving with a certified instuctor. You'll also need to bring along a completed affadavit stating that you have at least 50 hours of driving experience, with at least 10 of these being at night.
Restrictions on who you are permitted to drive with vary by age and time of day.
Driver licenses are generally good for four years and will expire on your birthday. However, if you are under 21, they will expire on your 21st birthday, regardless of when you received it.
2007-01-13 11:53:17
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answered by cubcowboysgirl 5
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The criminal driving age in a lot of international locations is eighteen. attempt to take a seem on the information. Are there more suitable or a lot less injuries in those international locations? maximum injuries contain both very youthful or very old people it truly is why i trust that 18 is a good age to commence driving, and that persons over 70 must have a health examine each and each year with a view to maintain their license.
2016-10-31 00:46:39
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answered by ? 4
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No, it hasn't been, but the number of required driving hours with a permit, has been raised. Which you'll have to have documentation to prove.
2007-01-13 10:53:01
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answered by Following the compass 2
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not that i heard of, i live in florida, but the age is usually 16 for license 15 for permit
2007-01-13 10:49:23
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answered by Anonymous
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