Did You Know?
Little Known Facts About Ohio's Automobile Laws

1.>  In Ohio, a "restricted" driver's license may be issued to a person who is 14 or 15 years of age upon proof of hardship to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles. Therefore, in Ohio, under certain circumstances a 14-year-old can legally drive a car.

2.>  In Ohio, you must be 18 years of age to obtain a driver's license. However, it is possible for a 16- or 17-year-old to obtain a probationary license. The minor's parents or guardians must sign the application for the probationary license. But beware: if you sign an application for someone under 18 to obtain a probational driver's license, then any negligence of the minor while driving the motor vehicle may be imputed to you. In other words, you can become liable with the minor for any damages caused by the minor's negligence or misconduct.

3.>  In addition to licenses and permits for the operation of motor vehicles, the License Bureau can also issue identification cards to any person who is 18 years of age or older, is a resident of the state of Ohio, and is not a licensed driver in any jurisdiction. Therefore, if you are over 18 years old, and not a licensed driver, and need and need a picture identification card, you can obtain one from the License Bureau.

4.>  Any person in Ohio who has been charged with traffic points for violating the safety laws may, under some circumstances, enroll in a course of remedial driving instruction and have two points subtracted from his driving record.