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DMV Commissioner’s Advisory Committee on Teen Safe Driving

Teen-Parent Driver Agreement

Teen-Parent Driving Agreements are a proven way to raise

awareness of the dangers of teen driving and reduce a

teen driver’s crash risk. Motor vehicle crashes remain the

#1 killer of teens. This Agreement spells out safety risks

and what happens if the teen driver violates his/her

obligations. Complete and sign this Agreement when your

teen obtains a learner’s permit, and review it again when

your teen obtains a license.

Safety Risks

(check-off after discussing)

 Driving is especially dangerous for teens because the

human brain does not fully develop its ability to assess

risk and danger or control impulse until we reach our

mid-20s. Teen driver training cannot overcome this

condition.

 Passing a training course and obtaining a driver’s license

means that a teen is only a beginner; it does not mean

that a teen is a safe driver.

 Failure to follow state driving laws can cause injury,

death, damage to property, and can result in criminal

and civil penalties.

 Speeding, reckless driving, alcohol or drug use, not using

seat belts, illegal or distracting electronic devices, illegal

passengers, and/or driving while fatigued risk the life of

the driver, passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians.

Supervising Adult’s Obligations

(to be initialed)

I am a role model, and I will teach safe driving habits

and be a safe, responsible driver at all times. I will obey

all traffic laws, always wear my seat belt, never drink

and drive, and not use illegal or distracting electronic

devices.

I will, at any time and for any reason, give my teen a

ride to avoid a dangerous driving or other situation. I

agree that a call from my teen to provide a ride will not

count as a violation of this Agreement.

Tips for Supervising Adults

Is your teen ready to drive?

Connecticut allows 16 year olds to obtain a learners permit,

but an adult must decide if a teen is ready to drive. Some

teens are not. Connecticut allows parents to block teens from

getting a license.

Understand the dangers of texting and cell phones.

Texting is a major cause of motor vehicle crashes. Texting

takes the driver’s eyes off the road and eliminates the time

needed to avoid a crash. Teen drivers should not use any

illegal or distracting electronic device.

At least 100 hours on the road before solo driving.

Connecticut law requires a minimum of 40 hours of supervised

driving practice prior to getting a license. It is recommended

that a teen have at least 100 hours of supervised driving

practice before getting a license and driving solo.

Teen-Parent Driver Agreement - Connecticut Dmv Commissioner'S Advisory Committee On Teen Safe Driving

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