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Charlestown Indiana Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Charlestown, IN

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Charlestown, Indiana.
1
Enroll in an Indiana Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as they are 15 years old.
DURATION: Indiana 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 a local driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
Driversed.com
Indiana-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Scottsburg High School
500 S Gardner St, Scottsburg, IN 47170
 (812) 752-8927
Website
Directions
2
Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam any time after they turn 15 years old.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring proof of identity, residency, social security card, and payment for the fee. A guardian must also be present to sign the documents.
WHY: This test covers knowledge of the Indiana driver's manual. Your teen must also pass a vision exam.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Indiana BMV location, but note that only some locations provide testing services.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE CHARLESTOWN AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
3
Practice Driving On Indiana 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 Indiana 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: Indiana law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time with 10 of these hours being at night.
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 Indiana to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
DRVN
This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
4
Practice Driving with an Instructor In Indiana
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Indiana 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 Indiana Driving instructor.
DURATION: Indiana law requires 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE CHARLESTOWN, INDIANA AREA:
Scottsburg High School
500 S Gardner St, Scottsburg, IN 47170
 (812) 752-8927
Website
Directions
5
Take the Indiana Driver's License Exam
WHEN: After your teen has turned 16 years 3 months old and complted driver's training, schedule the driver's license test.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, completed supervised driving log, driver's education completion certificate, and a vehicle that is registered and insured.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Indiana BMV location. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In Indiana 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 discounts if you provide a copy of their grade card.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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