A 3-minute lesson from the Indiana course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
A learner's permit lets you practice driving before you apply for a license. You can apply at any BMV branch. What you need depends on whether you are 16 yet.
Age 16 or older: to get a permit you must
Present Appendix A documents proving identity, lawful status, Social Security number, and Indiana residency
The Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment must be dated no earlier than three weeks before the class starts. The online certificate of completion for theoretical training is not accepted.
If you can't pass the screening you may need more evaluation. Even with a doctor's letter, Driver Ability may require more testing, and your credential may not be released that day.
You're 15 and your driver ed class starts in two weeks. Bring the school's Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment, not your online theory certificate, plus your identity, lawful status, SSN, and residency documents. Expect a vision screening and a knowledge exam.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
At minimum, how old must you be to apply for a learner's permit without being enrolled in driver education?
14 years of age
16 years of age
15 years of age
18 years of age
Answer: 16 years of age
If you are 16 years of age or older, you may apply for a learner's permit by meeting the standard requirements.
An applicant under 16 applying for a learner's permit must present which document?
A Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment
An online theory course completion certificate
A log of 50 supervised driving hours
A report card showing school enrollment
Answer: A Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment
Applicants under 16 must show enrollment with a BMV-licensed behind-the-wheel provider by presenting a Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment; the online theory certificate is not accepted.