The 4 Phases of the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program
Oklahoma Learner's Permit Requirements
- Must be at least 15 years old
- Must be enrolled in a state-certified driver education course
You can drive only while accompanied by and receiving instruction from either a certified driver education instructor or a public school instructor
Oklahoma Intermediate License Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Must have a valid permit for a minimum of six months
- Must have completed driver ed course and six hours of behind-the-wheel
- Must have logged a minimum of 30 hours of practice driving
- Must have a commercial driving school or parent-taught driver education certificate
You can drive between 5 AM and 10 PM when accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old.
For more information, vist Oklahoma's learner permit website.
Oklahoma Restricted Driver's License Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Must have held a Learner Permit for 180 days
- Must have completed at least 50 hours (10 hours at night) of behind-the-wheel training from a licensed driver at least 21 years old and licensed for at least two years
- Must not have an expired permit
- Must not have ANY traffic convictions from the past 180 days
- Complete the Oklahoma Work Zone Safe Course (if you are under 18) and bring the certificate of completion to your driving test
There are no restrictions if you are driving to and from activities related to school, church, or work or if you are accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old sitting in the front seat. You can drive with one passenger OR only household members OR any passenger if accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old sitting in the front seat.
For more information, vist Oklahoma's learner permit website.
Oklahoma Unrestricted Driver's License Requirements
- Must have taken driver education
- Must have held an Intermediate License for at least six months (180 days)
- Must have no traffic convictions on driving record for at least 180 days
Driving with a Class D driver's license in Oklahoma means you may drive all vehicles or combinations of vehicles except A, B, and C without any restrictions on the time of day or the type or number of passengers you can drive (within legal limits). A Unrestriced Licence does not restrict the hours you can drive or the passengers you may have in your vehicle. This is the final stage of the GDL Program.
For more information, vist Oklahoma's learner permit website.
