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Texas Drivers Quick Guide
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Texas Teen Drivers
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14-17 years old and reside in the state of Texas
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ALL Texas Teens are required to complete a Teen Driver's Education Course in order to obtain their Texas Driver's License ​​
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Texas Learner's Permit and Driver's License must be obtained through the office of Department of Public Safety (DPS) ​
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Ready to apply for your Learner's Permit or Driver's License? Make sure to schedule an appointment with DPS: ​
Forms and Documents
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DPS Forms
Adult (18+ years old) Driver License Application
Form DL-14A
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Teen (16- 18 years old) Driver License Application
Form DL-14B
List of Acceptable Forms of IDs for DPS
Appointments:
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Driving Logs
Texas 30-Hour Driving Log​
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Required for Teen Drivers who are enrolled in a Teen Driver's Ed Course
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To be completed by Teen Driver with a valid Learner's License
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Driving Hours to be done with any adult (21+ years old) who has a valid Texas Driver's License
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Must be submitted to DPS at the time of Driver's License application
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10 Driving Hours must be done at night
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Does NOT count towards required Behind-the-Wheel driving hours to be completed during Teen Driver's Ed
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14-Hour Behind-The-Wheel Log
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For Teen Drivers who are enrolled in a Parent-taught Teen Driver's Ed Course
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Supplied by TDLR to complete 7 hrs Driving + 7 hrs Observation with parent instructor
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Must be submitted to DPS at the time of Driver License Application
Texas Driver's Handbook
Driver Education textbook supplied by the Texas Department of Public Safety