offers three forms of restricted licenses: the Traffic Education Learner’s License for student drivers, the First-Year Restricted Licenses for young drivers, and a probationary license for Montana drivers who have had their driver’s license suspended or revoked.

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What is a restricted license in Montana?

There are three types of restricted licenses in Montana:

Traffic Education Learner’s Licenses: New drivers as young as 14 and a half can apply to drive while supervised, provided they meet certain requirements.

First-Year Restricted License: After holding a Traffic Education Learner’s License for one year, teens may apply to drive unsupervised under specific conditions.

Probationary license: Drivers who have had their license revoked or suspended may apply to drive with specified restrictions.

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How to get a Montana Traffic Education Learner’s License

To obtain a

Montana Traffic Education Learner’s License

, you must be:

At least 14 and a half years old and enrolled in a state-approved driver's education program OR

At least 15 years old and have completed a state-approved driver’s education program

All applicants must also pass a driver’s license test and be deemed mentally and physically fit to drive.

Restrictions on a Montana Traffic Education Learner’s License

If you hold a Montana Traffic Education Learner’s License, the state has specific requirements about how much you drive, when you drive, and who else can be in the car while you drive.

During this period you must:

Drive only while supervised by a licensed parent, guardian, or adult over the age of 18

Drive at least 50 hours, ten of which must be at night

Ensure all passengers are wearing a seat belt

Not commit any traffic, alcohol, or drug violations

Traffic Education Learner’s Licenses are valid for one year.

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How to get a First-Year Restricted License

After holding a Traffic Education Learner’s License for six months, teens are eligible to apply for a

First-Year Restricted License

. When applying for a First-Year Restricted License, teens must provide the following documents:

Proof of identity

Proof of Montana residency

Proof of authorized presence

A completed Graduated Driver Licensing Parent/Guardian Certification form

As with the learner’s license, all applicants must be deemed mentally and physically fit to drive.

Restrictions on a First-Year Restricted License

Drivers with First-Year Restricted Licenses still have limits on when and with whom they are allowed to drive.

If you have a First-Year Restricted License you must:

Ensure all passengers are wearing a seatbelt.

Only drive between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m., unless there is an emergency, you have your parent’s consent, or you’re driving for work-, farm-, or school-related activities.

Not have more than one non-related passenger under 18 years old unless you’re under the supervision of a licensed driver over the age of 18. This restriction is only applicable for the first six months after your license is issued.

Not have more than three non-related passengers under 18 years old unless you’re under the supervision of a licensed driver over the age of 18. This restriction is applicable for the second six-month period after your license is issued.

After 12 months, drivers holding First-Year Restricted Licenses will be automatically upgraded to Full Privilege Driver’s Licenses.

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How to get a Montana probationary license

Getting your driver’s license suspended or revoked can be a tremendous pain, especially in a spacious and sparsely populated state like Montana. It’s a harsh punishment, one that Montana doesn’t issue lightly.

Getting a license reinstated

once it's been revoked is similarly time-consuming.

Typically, you will only have your driver’s license suspended or revoked if you commit numerous, serious traffic infractions. However, if you do have your license suspended or revoked, you may still be able to drive with a probationary license.

To be eligible for a Montana probationary license, you must enroll and continue to participate in a Driver Rehabilitation Program. If you lost your license for a drug- or alcohol-related offense, a judge must recommend issuing you a probationary license while you complete a state-approved alcohol or drug testing program.

Restrictions on a Montana probationary license

While you hold a

Montana probationary license

, you are not allowed to engage in recreational driving or commercial driving. You may only drive your car between your place of residence and the following locations:

Your regular place of employment

A school or educational institution in which you are currently enrolled

A location, business, or establishment for the purpose of maintaining a household

A chemical dependency assessment, education, or treatment program

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