What hours can a probationary license holder not drive in New Jersey?
During which hours are New Jersey permit and probationary license holders under 21 not allowed to drive?
The answer
Drivers under 21 with a special learner's permit, examination permit or probationary license may not drive between 11:01 p.m. and 5 a.m.
New Jersey's graduated licensing rules apply to drivers under 21 who hold a special learner's permit, an examination permit or a probationary license. The restricted hours are 11:01 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Before May 1, 2010 the examination permit and probationary license restriction started at 12:01 a.m.; the current hours match the special learner's permit hours.
Exceptions
- The sources read list no exceptions to the curfew. Check current MVC guidance for your situation.
Penalty
$100 fine plus court costs and fees for violating a graduated licensing restriction. No motor vehicle points.
Why this rule matters for safety
The curfew limits late-night driving for newer drivers while they build experience; the sources read do not give a specific reason or statistics.
Official sources
- Multi-stage licensing (graduated driver licensing) safety page · NJ Motor Vehicle CommissionRestrictions for permit and probationary drivers; undated page, restrictions effective May 1, 2010.
- Traffic Safety Bulletin 6, GDL Restriction Law (P.L.2009, c.38) · NJ Division of Highway Traffic SafetyCurfew, passenger and wireless device restrictions and the $100 fine; bulletin dated September 2009; law effective May 1, 2010.
Rules checked against these sources on . Laws change. Confirm with the New Jersey agency before you rely on this for a legal matter.
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