The Teen License and Its Curfew
N.J.S.A. 39:3-13.4 — 11:01 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., one passenger, and the decals
| Probationary license rule | The detail |
|---|---|
| Probationary license rulePassengers | The detailOnly one besides the driver's dependents, unless a parent or guardian is along or the driver is at least 21 |
| Probationary license ruleHours, under 21 | The detailNo driving between 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., except for an emergency or a bona fide employment or religious reason as the section allows |
| Probationary license rulePhones | The detailNo hand held or hands free wireless device, except in an emergency |
| Probationary license ruleSeat belts | The detailEvery occupant belted |
Who handles this in New Jersey: Essex County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the New Jersey directory.
The decals. The state gives every probationary license holder two removable, reflective decals showing the driver may hold a probationary license, displayed so law enforcement can see them.
The special learner's permit and the penalties for breaking these limits are in other sections not covered here. A particular ticket is a question for a licensed New Jersey attorney.
Sources for this section (1)
- N.J.S.A. 39:3-13.4 — Probationary driver license
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of September 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed New Jersey attorney.