I'm 17 years old and already a college student...I'm an international student and new to the United States. I'm in Florida and got my learner's permit last december....it says on the permit that i have to wait until my 18th birthday for me to drive without a licensed adult...Now, im having problem coz my parents have a very busy schedule and they coudn't get me to school and pick me up on time. Furthermore, our place is in the suburbs so there's no public buses or taxis...really difficult situation. The school is only 2 miles from home....so it is possible if could have a consideration to drive from school 2 work only on a learner's permit?
2007-02-04 12:08:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
The short answer is, no.
Read on for a longer answer: The purpose of a learner's permit is to let you get experience driving under the coaching of an experienced driver before you can drive independently.
Thus you can only drive with a licensed driver (there may be an age requirement, too) in the front seat beside you (back seat doesn't count--the idea is that they're teaching you to drive!).
Call the local police department of Department of Motor Vehicles and ask what the requirement are for getting a full license. Okay, you have to be 18. But you might also have to have had a learner's permit for a certain amount of time, have taken a driving course, or have practiced driving a certain number of hours.
In the meantime, consider a bicycle with a rear basket for your books (if you have a front basket, the weight of your books could make it harder to steer). Be sure to get a good lock and scope out the bike racks or other solid things to lock it to at your school.
Have you considered walking? It's a good way to get exercise.
Friends? Most people wouldn't mind making a special trip of only two miles.
What if you were in an accident in which there were injuries? Maybe it's not even your fault. You could be deported. It's not worth it!
2007-02-04 13:02:08 · answer #1 · answered by Maryfrances 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No for learner's permit. But if you are 17, most states would let you take the final driver's test by now and then you would have a permanent license. Ask what age for Florida.
2007-02-04 12:21:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think your parents ought to pay a little more attention to you.well i don`t mean to get you in trouble,but if you think you can drive according to the regulations and not attract the attention of the police you can probably do it .Just make sure you never go to fast and always use your blinker,even if you have to turn into a driveway or parking lot.I just can```t understand how your parents schedule could be that much more important.
2007-02-04 12:28:39 · answer #3 · answered by Heike P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easiest thing to do is purchase a bicycle, it will cost you maybe $100 for a basic one. Think of the benefits: exercise, "free" transport to and from school, and good for the environment too :)
2007-02-04 14:02:37 · answer #4 · answered by Daremo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They won't change state law just for you, so either take a bus, ride with a friend, or change your class schedule around so your parents will be able to go with you when you leave.
2007-02-04 12:22:29 · answer #5 · answered by Andrew F 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about your situation but i always said u only need a license if you do something wrong or if you drive through a license check (that was a fun night)
2007-02-04 13:09:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
no way, buddy. either wait for your license or hitch rides...
2007-02-04 12:25:44 · answer #7 · answered by HONDALUVA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHAT DOES THE BOOK SAY!!!
2007-02-04 12:17:21 · answer #8 · answered by know it all 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋