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Arkansas Teen Driving Guide

What parents need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Arkansas

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Arkansas.
1
Enroll in an Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Arkansas law requires 30 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in person at an Arkansas driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
Arkansas-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
2
Pass the Arkansas Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 14 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring proof of Social Security number, legal residence, identity and payment for the fee. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
WHY: This test covers knowledge of Arkansas traffic laws, road signs, markings, and safe driving practices. Your teen must also pass a vision exam.
WHERE: Take the test at any Arkansas State Police testing office. Make sure to schedule an appointment in advance.
3
Practice Driving on Arkansas Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, and must be competed before taking the driver's license exam.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Arkansas learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: Arkansas does not require a specific amount of hours be completed, just the completion of a 6 month supervised period.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the area you live in Arkansas to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
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This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
4
Practice Driving with an Instructor in Arkansas
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Arkansas learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a licensed Arkansas Driving instructor.
DURATION: Arkansas law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
5
Take the Arkansas Driver's License Exam
WHEN: After your teen has held their permit for at least 6 months, schedule the driving test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, birth certificate, vehicle registration and insurance, completed Financial Responsibility Acceptance Form, and payment for the fees.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Arkansas State Police Driver Services Testing Center. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage in Arkansas for Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer a discount.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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This information includes local places to assist you in completing each of the steps necessary to drive in Arkansas.
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Alexander Alma Arkadelphia Ashdown Atkins Austin Bald Knob Batesville Beebe Bella Vista Benton Bentonville Berryville Blytheville Bono Booneville Bryant Cabot Camden Centerton Clarksville Clinton Conway Crossett Dardanelle De Queen Dover Dumas El Dorado Elkins Eureka Springs Farmington Fayetteville Forrest City Fort Smith Gentry Gravette Green Forest Greenbrier Greenwood Hamburg Harrisburg Harrison Heber Springs Hensley Hope Hot Springs National Park Hot Springs Village Huntsville Jacksonville Jonesboro Judsonia Lavaca Little Rock Lonoke Lowell Mabelvale Magnolia Malvern Marion Maumelle Mena Monticello Morrilton Mountain Home Mountain View Nashville Newport North Little Rock Osceola Ozark Paragould Paris Pea Ridge Pine Bluff Pocahontas Prairie Grove Rison Rogers Russellville Searcy Sheridan Sherwood Siloam Springs Springdale Star City Stuttgart Texarkana Trumann Van Buren Vilonia Waldron Walnut Ridge Ward Warren West Fork West Helena West Memphis White Hall Wynne

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