Teen drivers may only make up five percent of all licensed drivers, but they are responsible for 13 percent of all fatal car crashes. Furthermore, this population is more likely to die in an auto accident than any other age group. For these reasons, new rules for teen drivers will go into effect in Ohio on Wednesday, July 1. If you or someone you love has been injured by a negligent teenage driver, contact our injury lawyers for a free consultation.
New Teen Driving Restrictions
The new law that places stricter restrictions on teen driving goes into effect July 1, 2015. Under the new law, probationary drivers under the age of 18 will have the following restrictions for the first 12 months after receiving their license:- No driving between midnight and 6 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
- No use of a mobile device while driving
- No more than one non-family member may be in the car while a teen is driving
- All passengers must wear seatbelts at all times
