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3. Obtaining Your License/ID Card

• 3.1. Learner's Driver License
• 3.2. Class E License
• 3.3. License Renewal
• 3.4. License Replacement
• 3.5. Motorcycle Only License
• 3.6. Motorcycle Also License
• 3.7. Identification Cards
• 3.8. Change of Address
• 3.9. Name Changes
• 3.10. Non-Immigrants
• 3.11. Veterans

A person who holds a Learner's license must be accompanied by a licensed driver, 21 years of age or older, who occupies the front passenger seat closest to the right of the driver. Drivers can only drive during daylight hours the first three months from the original issue date and must be accompanied by a person 21 years of age or older, holding a valid driver license, occupying the front passenger seat.

After the first three months, drivers may operate a vehicle from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with a person 21 years of age or older, holding a valid driver license, occupying the front passenger seat. Drivers with a Learner's license are ineligible for a motorcycle endorsement.

Requirements

• Be at least 15 years old
• Pass vision and Class E Knowledge test
• Have the signature of one parent (or guardian) on the parent consent form, if under age 18
• Completion of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course. See sections 2.7 and 9.1
• Primary identification, proof of social security number and proof of residential address
• Must be in compliance with school attendance, if under 18
• Provide two documents with their proof of address. See section 2.5

3.1.1 - Parental Monitoring

Parents can monitor their minor child's driving using our Parental Access of Minor Driving History and Driver License and ID Card Tracking System. These resources can be accessed on our web site at https://services.flhsmv.gov/DLCheck/.

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