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Level 2 Intermediate License

Now is a good time to develop a Parent-Teen Safe Driving Contract with your teen, setting the limits for acceptable and safe driving behavior. A sample contract is available at: Michigan.gov/TeenDriver. By showing an interest in your teen’s progress, asking positive questions and emphasizing the importance of courtesy and good driving skills, you will help your teen become a safe and responsible driver.

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Learn More About Level 2 Intermediate License

See Timeline Process

  • Overveiw

    Requirements

    • Teen is at least 16 years old
    • Meet physical and medical licensing standards
    • Possessed a Level 1 License for six months
    • Completed Segment 1 and 2 of an approved driver education program
    • Passed a driving skills test and presented a skills test certificate
    • Must present proof of legal presence. (Proof of a Social Security number, identity and Michigan residency will also be required if it was not provided at Level 1.)
    • Completed a minimum of 50 hours of supervised driving time, including 10 hours at night
    • Must be violation and suspension free, and have no at-fault crashes during the 90 days prior to applying for the Level 2 License
    • Have a parent or legal guardian sign the application and certify the minimum 50 hours of behind-the-wheel driving experience.

    Availability

    • Obtain Level 2 License at a Secretary of State branch office (a fee is required)

    Restrictions

    • Prohibited from using a cell phone while driving
    • Shall not operate a motor vehicle between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. except when: driving to or from or in the course of employment; driving to or from an authorized activity; or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or a licensed driver 21 years of age or older designated by the parent or legal guardian.
    • Shall not operate a motor vehicle at any time with more than 1 passenger in the vehicle who is less than 21 years of age except: when the additional passengers are immediate family members; when driving to or from or in the course of employment; while going to or from an authorized activity; or when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or a licensed driver 21 years of age or older designated by the parent or legal guardian.

    Parent Option

    • Parent/guardian has the option of requesting in writing that the teen driver remain at Level 2 and not automatically advance to Level 3 at age 17. Request must be made at least 30 days before teen’s 17th birthday.

  • Points to Remember

    • To obtain a Level 2 License your teen must:
      – Be at least 16 years old.
      – Have parental permission.
      – Have completed Segment 1 and Segment 2 of the driver education course.
      – Have completed a minimum of 50 hours of behind-the-wheel experience, of which at least 10 hours must include driving at night.
      – Have held a Level 1 License for at least six months.
      – Be violation and suspension free, and have no at-fault crashes during the 90 days prior to applying for a Level 2 License.
    • Bring the following to the Secretary of State branch office when applying for the Level 2 License:
      – The Level 1 License.
      – The Segment 2 Certificate of Completion.
      – The Driving Skills Test Certificate.
      – Provide the following: a) Social Security card, b) original or certified copy of birth certificate or legal presence documentation, c) identity verification and d) two items of Michigan residency. Visit Michigan. gov/TeenDriver for the list of acceptable documentation.
      – Cash, check or money order to pay the fee for the Level 2 License. Secretary of State branch offices also accept Discover and MasterCard, and Visa at the counter. A nominal service fee is charged.