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Toggle navigation DrivingLaws. Search Term. Information on permits, graduated licenses, and insurance requirements in Arizona for drivers who are under age Graduated Instruction Permit A graduated instruction permit is the first step for a teen to become licensed to drive. Graduated Driver License Class G At age 16, you are eligible to apply for a graduated driver license.
However, this restriction does not apply when: the driver is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and who is sitting in the front seat the driver is driving to or from work and home the driver is driving directly home after a school or religious activity, or driving in an emergency. Parents Responsible for damages a Minor Causes while Driving Under Arizona law, the parent or legal guardian who signs the minor's license application is jointly and severally liable with the minor for any damage the minor causes by negligence or willful misconduct.
Insurance Coverage Requirements In Arizona, all drivers must be covered under liability insurance. Talk to a Lawyer. Need a lawyer? Start here. Practice Area Please select Zip Code. How it Works Briefly tell us about your case Provide your contact information Choose attorneys to contact you.
Get Professional Help. How It Works Briefly tell us about your case Provide your contact information Choose attorneys to contact you. Sales Sales Affiliates Library Trade. If the licensee also has a suspension resulting from a moving civil traffic violation or a moving criminal traffic offense as prescribed by section , the suspensions run consecutively.
A citation issued for violating subsection D of this section shall be dismissed if the licensee to whom the citation was issued produces any of the following evidence to the appropriate court officer on or before the date and time specified on the citation for court appearance and in a manner specified by the court:. A written, notarized letter from the parent or legal guardian of the licensee that the licensee was going to or returning from a sanctioned school sponsored activity, the licensee's place of employment, a sanctioned religious activity or a family emergency.
A written, notarized letter from a representative of the sanctioned school sponsored activity certifying that the licensee was returning from the school activity. A written, notarized letter from the licensee's employer certifying that the licensee was returning from the licensee's place of employment. A written, notarized letter from a representative of the sanctioned religious activity certifying that the licensee was returning from the religious activity. A citation issued for violating subsection E of this section shall be dismissed if the licensee to whom the citation was issued produces a written, notarized letter from the parent or legal guardian of the licensee to the appropriate court officer on or before the date and time specified on the citation for court appearance and in a manner specified by the court that states the passengers in the vehicle with the licensee at the time of the violation were the siblings of the licensee.
The restrictions imposed by subsection D, E or F of this section do not apply beginning on the licensee's eighteenth birthday. Any penalties or restrictions imposed pursuant to subsection H of this section shall be fully satisfied even if the licensee is eighteen years of age or older.
A person who holds a class G driver license may apply for a class D license on or after the person's eighteenth birthday, except that a person whose class G driver license is suspended pursuant to section is not entitled to receive a class D driver license until after the suspension period expires. If a person who is under eighteen years of age and at least sixteen years of age applies for a class M license or a motorcycle endorsement, the department shall not issue the class M license or motorcycle endorsement to the person unless both of the following apply:.
If you are under 18 years of age, the MVD will issue you a class G graduated license instead of a full class D operator driver license. The procedure for exchanging your foreign license for an Arizona class D operator driver license is the same as that for obtaining a new Arizona license unless you are licensed in Germany, Canada or Taiwan.
If you have a valid driver's license from Germany, Taiwan or Canada , your procedure is the same as transferring an out-of-state driver's license. AZ driver's license types How do I apply? How do I schedule my driving test? Knowledge written test Driving road test How do I replace or renew my license? New residents. Time is of the essence?
Tell me more! How Does It Work? If you are an Arizona driver, or would like to become one, you will need an Arizona driver's license. To save you some time, here is a step by step guide that you will need to follow to get, renew or transfer a driver's license in Arizona. Get an instructional permit Allows you to practice driving under supervision. Get a graduated license Allows you to drive unsupervised with restrictions. Get a Full Adult License Allows you to drive with no restrictions.
Types of Driver's Licenses in Arizona For each license type there's a corresponding type of instruction permit. This is the usual kind of driver's license that allows you to drive any vehicle that does not require a motorcycle or commercial license.
These are commercial driver licenses CDL that allow you to operate heavyweight vehicles with gross vehicle weight rating GVWR of 26, pounds or more Class B , vehicles hauling a trailer that is 10, pounds GVWR or more where the combined GVWR is 26, pounds or more Class A , vehicles capable of carrying 16 or more passengers including the driver , or vehicles required to be placarded for hazardous materials Class C.
Class M. It allows you to drive a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle. You must be at least 16 to apply for a motorcycle license. This is your complete plan of action depending on your age:.
How to Apply for Your AZ Instruction Permit An Arizona instruction permit allows you to get driving experience supervised by a driver who is at least 21 years of age and holds a commercial class A, B, or C or driver class D license. This will help you prepare to apply for a class G graduated license at age 16 or The information from your online application will be electronically transmitted by secure connection and stored for use when you visit an office.
There is space for it on the application form. You should provide at least 2 documents from this list. One of which should be from the Primary column. Provide your Social Security Number as well. You may take the written knowledge test at either an MVD office or an authorized third-party driver license location. The third-party office may charge an additional convenience fee. Alternatively you can take the test online at your home.
Your parent must register you for the Permit Test Home and conduct the test for you. Take free practice tests before taking the test. You have three attempts to pass the test within 12 months. You will receive your permit in the mail within 15 days. How to Apply for Your Graduated License Like a regular class D license, a class G graduated license allows you to drive any vehicle that does not require a motorcycle or commercial driver license.
You will be able to drive unsupervised most of the time, but with some restrictions: You may not drive with more than one passenger under the age of 18, unless they are your siblings or your parent or guardian is in the front seat. For the first 6 months, you may not drive between midnight and 5 a. Hold your instruction permit for at least 6 months Complete supervised driving practice Provide one of the following : Written certification at the back of the application form from your parent or guardian that you have had at least 30 hours of supervised driving practice, including at least 10 hours of driving at night.
Proof that you have completed an MVD-approved driver education program. Complete the application form Do it online. Provide your parent or guardian consent There is space for this on the application form. Provide required documentation Provide at least 2 documents form this list.
The documents you choose must verify your identity and date of birth your Arizona residency Legal proof of your name change, if your name differs from that shown on your primary document Proof that your presence in the US is authorized under federal law non-US citizens Pass a road test Do it at either at an MVD office or an authorized third-party office.
Get your temporary card Your temporary card will be issued at the office. However, you can still choose to apply for an instruction permit if you want to get some practice. Start with Step 1 below if you have never held any types of AZ license or hold an AZ instruction permit. The information from your online application will be stored for use when you visit an office.
The documents you choose must verify: your identity and date of birth your Arizona residency Legal proof of your name change, if your name differs from that shown on your primary document Proof that your presence in the US is authorized under federal law non-US citizens. You are required to take the test if you don't hold an instruction permit. Take free practice tests before you go. If you take the road test at an MVD office, schedule an appointment online.
For your road test, bring a qualifying vehicle with license plates, proof of registration and insurance. Teenagers may also use the Permit Test Home service and take the test online.
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