What are the restrictions for an Alabama driver’s permit or driver’s license?
Learner’s License – Fifteen Year Olds – Fifteen year olds may obtain a restricted Learner’s License for the purpose of learning to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle. The examination for the license is taken from information in the Alabama Driver’s Manual. Upon satisfactory completion of the required examination, the applicant will be issued a regular Alabama driver license with a “Y” restriction. The “Y” restriction indicates that the holder may operate a motor vehicle while accompanied by a person who is 21 years of age or older and, who is duly licensed in this state or a licensed or certified driving instructor occupying the seat beside the operator. This Learner’s License is valid for four years. Learner’s license – Sixteen Year Olds – Any person 16 years of age or older who, except for his lack of Instruction In operating a motor vehicle, would otherwise be qualified to obtain a driver license, may obtain a Learner’s License upon satisfactory completion of the require
