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Alabama Teen Driving Guide

What parents need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Alabama

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Alabama.
1
Enroll in an Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Alabama law requires 30 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in person at an Alabama driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
Alabama-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
2
Pass the Alabama Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring a certified birth certificate, social security card, proof of school enrollment and payment for the required fees.
WHY: This test covers traffic laws, road signs and safe driving practices.
WHERE: Take the test at any ALEA driver license office. Check if appointments are needed.
3
Practice Driving on Alabama Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, and must be competed before taking the driver's license exam.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Alabama learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: Alabama law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time with 10 of these hours being at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the area you live in Alabama to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
DRVN
This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
4
Practice Driving with an Instructor in Alabama
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Alabama learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a licensed Alabama Driving instructor.
DURATION: Alabama law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
5
Take the Alabama Driver's License Exam
WHEN: After your teen has turned 16, held their permit for at least 6 months, completed their driver's education and logged the required amount of driving practice, schedule the driver's license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, proof of school enrollment, completed and signed Graduated Driver License form, two document for identity, registration and proof of insurance for the test vehicle, payment for the fee.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Alabama ALEA driver license office. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage in Alabama for Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer a discount.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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This information includes local places to assist you in completing each of the steps necessary to drive in Alabama.
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Alabaster Albertville Alexander City Andalusia Anniston Arab Athens Atmore Attalla Auburn Bay Minette Bessemer Birmingham Boaz Brewton Calera Chelsea Clanton Cottondale Cullman Daphne Deatsville Decatur Dothan Eight Mile Enterprise Eufaula Fairfield Fairhope Florence Foley Fort Payne Gadsden Gardendale Grand Bay Greenville Gulf Shores Guntersville Haleyville Hanceville Hartselle Harvest Hazel Green Helena Huntsville Irvington Jacksonville Jasper Killen Lanett Leeds Madison Mc Calla Millbrook Mobile Monroeville Montevallo Montgomery Moody Moulton Muscle Shoals New Market Northport Odenville Oneonta Opelika Owens Cross Roads Oxford Ozark Pelham Pell City Phenix City Piedmont Pike Road Pinson Prattville Rainbow City Roanoke Robertsdale Russellville Saraland Scottsboro Selma Semmes Smiths Station Spanish Fort Springville Sylacauga Talladega Tallassee Theodore Toney Troy Trussville Tuscaloosa Tuscumbia Valley Warrior Wetumpka Wilmer

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