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RE SOU RCE G UIDE F O R TEEN D RI VERS
THE TIME HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!
You’ve been counting the days and it probably seems like you’ve been waiting forever to get your permit and begin driving. You’re now officially on your way to having a license, and you know what that means: Freedom! But wait, before you jump behind the wheel, there are quite a few things you need to know. For example, did you know that there are special laws for drivers under the age of 18? What about car maintenance and the cost of car insurance? Would you know what to do if you were stopped by the police or if you had a flat tire? While getting your license is an big step toward independence, you need to remember that driving is an adult privilege, and doing everything you can to become a skilled, responsible and safe driver is extremely important - to you, your passengers and all those who you’ll meet on the road. Motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of death for people ages 16-24. The first year of unsupervised driving is the most dangerous due to lack of experience. However, motor vehicle crashes are the most preventable cause of teen fatalities. That’s why we created this workbook, to provide you with some important information before you begin driving unsupervised. Remember, even when you start driving on your own, there are still many things you need to learn. There is no substitute for experience. Inside you’ll find some helpful tools for beginning your journey to licensed driving in New York State. We encourage you to review this information with your parents and have open discussions about the material included; be sure to pay special attention to the section about Graduated Driver Licensing law and the Agreement between Parent/Guardian and Teen.

Teen Resource Guide

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