2 years
It allows a person to operate a vehicle when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 20 years of age and has held a valid license for 2 years. The accompanying operator must be licensed to drive the class of vehicle(s) being operated.

What is the single most effective thing you can to do avoid being in a crash?

seat belt
Wearing your seat belt is the single most effective thing you can do to reduce your risk of death or injury while driving.

Can you get car insurance with a learner’s permit?

You and your car insurance company can talk about adding your teen driver to your own policy (or having him or her purchase a policy) once they are fully licensed. Again, never assume your teen with a driver’s permit is automatically covered under your policy. Always notify your car insurance provider.

What happens if I get into an accident with a learner’s permit?

Answer: If a teen driver with a learner’s permit gets into an accident, the insurance will likely cover it, but your rates will also likely increase. Insurance usually goes with the car. But it all depends on the car owner’s policy.

Can a learner driver be on an auto policy?

As a learner driver, they may be covered on your auto policy because they are using your vehicle with your permission. Once they get their driver’s license, you’ll likely need to add them as a listed operator on your policy. Keep in mind that the rules on when to add your teen driver to your policy vary by insurer.

Can you get car insurance with a driver’s permit?

You and your car insurance company can talk about adding your teen driver to your own policy (or having him or her purchase a policy) once they are fully licensed. Again, never assume your teen with a driver’s permit is automatically covered under your policy.