A graduated driver licensing program is a policy that states that teens should be given the right to drive gradually. This program usually consists of multiple stages that new drivers must go through before obtaining full driving privileges.
Here are the typical stages of a graduated driver licensing program:
1. **Learner's Permit Stage**: In this stage, new drivers are required to complete a driver's education course and pass a written test to obtain a learner's permit. During this stage, they must always be accompanied by a licensed adult while driving.
2. **Intermediate Stage**: After gaining some experience with a learner's permit, drivers progress to the intermediate stage. During this stage, there may be restrictions such as limits on nighttime driving or the number of passengers allowed in the car.
3. **Full License Stage**: Once the driver successfully completes the intermediate stage, they are granted a full driver's license without any restrictions.
These programs are designed to help new drivers gain experience gradually, reducing the likelihood of accidents and promoting safe driving habits.
