Driving Restrictions for Teenagers in Michigan
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The 16-year-old driving curfew in Michigan is 10 pm to 5 am. Exceptions include driving with a parent, legal guardian, or driver over 21, or for work and authorized activities.
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Level two license holders in Michigan are limited to only one passenger under 21, unless accompanied by a family member under 21 or supervised by an authorized adult over 21.
Michigan Graduated Licensing System
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Applicants for a level two license must be 16 years old, provide 50 hours of supervised driving time, and hold a level one license for six months with a clean record.
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Level two license holders cannot drive between 10 pm and 5 am except for specific reasons like work, school, or religious events.
Driver License Penalties and DUI in Michigan
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Breaking license restrictions in Michigan can result in fines up to $500, up to 90 days in jail, or both. Two points are added to the offender’s driving record.
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DUI Offenses: The maximum penalty for a first DUI offense in Michigan includes fines, fees, jail time, and license suspension. The legal BAC limit is 0.08%.
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A DUI offense stays on a Michigan driving record for 10 years from the date of conviction.
Curfew Restrictions and Exceptions for Youth in Ohio
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In Ohio, the curfew for teen drivers under 18 is between midnight and 6 am, with exceptions for work, school, religious events, or medical emergencies.
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Unless traveling for specific purposes, 16- and 17-year-old drivers in Michigan are not allowed to drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Additional Information
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Anyone with a Michigan license can drive a moped, while teens 15 years old without a license can apply for a moped license under certain conditions.
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Michigan’s laws include restrictions on permits and license rules to ensure safe driving practices, especially for teenage drivers.