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What is the driving age in Rhode Island?

My son is about to enter high school and wants to get a learner’s permit. But we just moved to Rhode Island, and I don’t know the state’s license requirements just yet. What’s the driving age in Rhode Island?

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Mariza Morin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
What an exciting time in your son’s life! The driving age in
Rhode Island
is 16 years old for a limited instruction permit.
Your son will need to follow these steps:
  • Complete a 33-hour driver education course
  • Pass the written exam
  • Bring required documents to any local DMV branch location to get a learner’s permit
  • Complete a minimum of 50 hours of driving experience (including 10 hours at night) with a supervising driver
  • Pass the road test at least six months after getting the permit
  • Apply for a limited provisional license
Once your son turns 18 years old, he may then renew his provisional license on his birthday to obtain a full operator’s license. However, if he’s between 17 and 18 and has held his limited provisional license for 12 months, he may also get his full license then.
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