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What is the driving age in West Virginia?

My wife and I have incredibly busy schedules and chauffeuring our teenager around is getting harder and harder. We can’t wait for them to get their license. What is the legal driving age in West Virginia?

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Pat Roache · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A licensed teenager can ease some strain on your family’s schedule, but take note that you’ll probably have to be involved quite a bit during the early stages.
That said, the driving age in
West Virginia
allows residents to pursue a Level 1 instructional permit at the age of 15. Let’s break down the steps from there.
All new WV drivers under the age of 18 must be attending school to apply for their
learner’s permit
. This step often requires the most parental involvement. They can graduate to a higher level of license at the following ages:
  • 16 years old: Level 2 intermediate license
  • 17 years old: Level 3 full license
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