Kentucky teen permit rules

Minimum permit age

15

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Requirements under 18

Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign and accept financial responsibility, plus the school compliance form. Bring the required identity, Social Security and residency documents.

Official source · PDF page 13

Driver’s education

A course is required before the full unrestricted license for drivers issued a permit before age 18; it is not described here as a prerequisite to the permit.

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Handbook and related study

Kentucky Driver Manual · Official handbook

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