A message from Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson

Greetings,
Learning to drive marks an important milestone in a young person’s life, one that will undoubtedly raise questions for you and your teen driver. The Supervised Driving Guide is your handbook for coaching your teen on driving safely and responsibly.
The goal of Graduated Driver Licensing is to increase privileges gradually as teens gain experience behind the wheel. This will allow your teen to drive cautiously and with accountability, keeping them out of harm’s way to the extent possible.
To advance to the Level 2 Intermediate License, your teen must complete a minimum of 50 hours of practice driving time, including at least 10 hours at night. You or another licensed adult age 21 or older are required to accompany and supervise your teen from the front seat of the vehicle during on-the-road practice sessions. This may seem overwhelming at first, but with the assistance of this guide and the included driving log to track hours, your confidence as a driving mentor will grow.
As a parent or guardian, this is another opportunity to teach your teen important skills they will use throughout their life. The Supervised Driving Guide will provide you with valuable information and tips so the time you spend together on the road will be instructive and beneficial.
For more information, materials and tips on navigating the Graduated Driver Licensing process, visit Michigan.gov/NewDrivers.

Sincerely,

Jocelyn Benson

Michigan Secretary of State