As of March 1, 2010 applicants 18-24 must complete an approved Adult Driver Education course and a driving skills test to receive a Texas Drivers License.

In accordance with State Law all Teen Driver Educationstudents applying for a driver’s license must continue into phase two of the Texas Graduated Driver License Program (this is not the same as the phase two course in Teen Driver Education). This program was introduced into legislation in 2001 and later revised in 2009. The requirements amended for Phase Two GDL became effective September 1, 2009.

This phase restricts the driving privileges of minors during the first years of holding their license. To qualify for the issuance of this license a student must have already held their learners permit for a minimum of six months, must be at least 16 years of age, and have already satisfactorily completed both phases of the Teen Driver’s Education Program (Classroom and In-Car instruction). Note that completion paperwork and certificates will be available for pick up the Wednesday after the student’s final driving test with Street Smart Driving School. These documents MUST be retrieved in person. Parents also must complete the Parent Guide 20 hours prior to the student becoming eligible to receive their license. Other restrictions included in the Provisional License are as follows:

Only one other passenger under the age of 21 (who is not a family member) may accompany the driver with vehicle is being operated

Person may not operate vehicle from 12 – 5 am (exceptions with employment, school-related business, and emergencies)

No wireless devices may be used during operation of the vehicle (except in an emergency)

Other requirements are as follows:

DE-964 certificate (showing completion of Driver Education)
Present proof of identity and social security number
Verification of Attendance and Enrollment in School (TEA form GEA-043R93)
Proof of Texas vehicle registration and liability insurance (if you own a vehicle)
Parental authorization signature
Payment of required fees
Pass written and vision examinations
Completion of required forms available at DPS office

For more information and questions you may visit www.txdps.state.tx.us