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Driver’s License Classification
- 1/15Minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit is
In Maine, the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit is 15 years old. At this age, teenagers are eligible to begin supervised driving and start gaining practical experience behind the wheel.
If you are a learner permit holder, you must be supervised by
In Maine, permit holders must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 20 years old and has held a license for 2 years. The supervising driver must sit in the front passenger seat at all times.
To obtain a full license, drivers must complete
A passing score on both vision and driving tests is required for full licensure.
First-time drivers under 18 must complete
Driver’s ed is mandatory for teen drivers seeking a license.
Permit holders are prohibited from driving between
New drivers may not drive late at night without specific exemptions.
A restricted or intermediate license limits
New drivers often have restrictions on driving times and number of passengers.
A vision test is required when
Visual acuity must meet minimum standards for safe driving.
A valid Maine driver’s license expires after
Licenses have an expiration date and must be renewed periodically.
Driving without a valid license is considered
Operating a vehicle without a valid license may lead to fines or penalties.
Name or address changes must be reported within
Drivers must update the licensing authority if their contact info changes.
Replacing a lost or stolen license requires
Proof of ID and a replacement fee are needed for reissuance.
New residents must transfer their out-of-state license within
Upon moving, new residents must apply for a local driver’s license.
A driver is license may be suspended for
Accumulating points or certain convictions may result in suspension.
Temporary instruction permits are valid for
These permits allow supervised driving for a set period before full licensure.
The number of points that can trigger license suspension in Maine is
In Maine, accumulating 12 or more demerit points within a 12 month period can lead to license suspension. The point system is designed to monitor and correct repeated unsafe driving behavior.