This bill amends the existing law regarding the driving privileges of individuals aged 14 to 18 who hold a special minors restricted driver's license. Under current regulations, these licensees are permitted to drive unsupervised to specific locations, such as school, work, or a service station, but are limited to a maximum distance of 25 miles. The bill introduces a provision that allows licensees enrolled in accredited nonpublic schools to exceed this 25-mile limit if they obtain a distance waiver. The waiver application must be submitted by the licensee's parent or guardian to the chief school administrator or superintendent of the school, who can approve the application and provide a tangible copy of the waiver to the licensee.

Additionally, the bill includes a new subsection that outlines the process for obtaining the distance waiver, emphasizing that the licensee must carry a copy of the waiver while driving. This change aims to provide greater flexibility for students attending nonpublic schools, allowing them to travel longer distances without supervision, provided they adhere to the waiver requirements. Violations of the special minors restricted license restrictions remain classified as simple misdemeanors, with associated penalties including fines and license suspensions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.194