Arkansas teen permit
Arkansas teen graduated-license rules
Arkansas divides teen driving into learner, intermediate and unrestricted stages, gradually expanding privileges as age and clean-driving requirements are met.
- 14–15learner stage
- 16–17intermediate stage
- 18regular unrestricted stage
Learner stage: ages 14–15
The learner drives with a licensed adult age 21 or older.
Intermediate stage: ages 16–17
Progression depends on the prior driving period and clean-record requirements, while teen restrictions continue to apply.
Teen GDL limits distractions and risk
Arkansas' GDL program includes nighttime, cell-phone and passenger restrictions for teen drivers.
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Official sources
- Arkansas State Police — Driver Examination
- Arkansas DFA — Learner's and Intermediate License
- Arkansas DFA — Graduated Licenses
- Arkansas DFA — Non-Commercial Information
- Arkansas DFA — Age Waiver
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