Chapter 1 · Lesson 6 of 21
Liability withdrawal and probationary licenses
3 min read · Obtaining a New Credential
Explanation
An adult who signed for a minor’s financial liability may withdraw it. A written withdrawal cancels the minor’s learner’s permit or driver’s license. To obtain an amended learner’s permit, the minor needs a new person to sign for financial liability.
A driver’s license held by someone under age 21 is considered a probationary driver’s license.
Example
An adult files the written request to cancel financial liability. The minor’s permit is canceled and the minor must apply for an amended permit with a new signer.
Common mistake
Assuming withdrawal only removes the adult’s responsibility. It also cancels the minor’s permit or license.
What the manual says
A written request to withdraw financial liability will cancel the minor’s learner’s permit or driver’s license
If you are under the age of 21, your driver’s license is considered a “probationary” driver’s license.
Sources
- Manual p. 8
“A written request to withdraw financial liability will cancel the minor's learner's permit or driver's license”
- Manual p. 8
“If your financial liability has been canceled, you must apply for an amended learner's permit with a new person to sign for financial liability.”
- Manual p. 8
“If you are under the age of 21, your driver's license is considered a "probationary" driver's license.”
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