Additional Promises: I agree to the following restrictions, but understand that these restrictions will be modified by my parents as I get more driving experience and demonstrate that I am a responsible driver. For the next _______ months I will not drive after _______ p.m. For the next _______ months I will not transport more than _______ teen passengers (unless I am supervised by a responsible adult) For the next _______ months I will not adjust the stereo or other electronic devices or the air conditioning / heater while the vehicle is moving For the next _______ months I will not drive in bad weather I understand that I am not permitted to drive to off-limit locations or on roads and highways as listed here: ____________________________________________________ Additional restrictions: _______________________________________________________ I agree to follow all the rules and restrictions in this contract.  I understand that my parents will impose penalties (see below), including removal of my driving privileges, if I violate the contract.  I also understand that my parents will allow me greater driving privileges as I demonstrate that I am always a safe and responsible driver. Penalties for contract violations Drove after drinking alcohol or using drugs -  No driving for _______ months Got ticket for speeding or moving violation - No driving for _______ months Drove after night driving curfew - No driving for _______ weeks/months Drove too many passengers - No driving for _______ weeks/months Broke promise about seat belts (self or others) - No driving for ______ weeks/months Drove on a road or to an area that is off‐limits - No driving for ______ weeks/months Signatures Driver: _______________________________________ Date: ________________ Parent (or guardian): ____________________________ Date: ________________ Parent (or guardian): ____________________________ Date: ________________
 Parent‐Teen Driving Agreement  from the American Academy of Pediatrics “Parent‐Teen Driving Agreement” I, _______________________________, will drive carefully and cautiously and will be courteous to other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians at all times.   I promise that I will obey all the rules of the road. Always wear a seat belt and make all my passengers buckle up Obey all traffic lights, stop signs, other street signs, and road markings Stay within the speed limit and drive safely Never use the car to race or to try to impress others Never give rides to hitchhikers   I promise that I will make sure I can stay focused on driving. Drive with both hands on the wheel Never eat, drink, or use a cell phone to talk or text messages while I drive Drive only when I am alert and in emotional control Call my parents for a ride home if I am impaired in any way that interferes with my ability to drive safely Never use earphones to listen to mp3 players or other electronic devices while I drive I promise that I will respect laws about drugs and alcohol. Drive only when I am alcohol and drug free Never allow any alcohol or illegal drugs in the car Be a passenger only with drivers who are alcohol and drug free I promise that I will be a responsible driver. Drive only when I have permission to use the car and I will not let anyone else drive the car unless I have permission Drive someone else's car only if I have parental permission Pay for all traffic citations or parking tickets Complete my family responsibilities and maintain good grades at school as listed here:_____________________________________________________________________ Contribute to the costs of gasoline, maintenance, and insurance as listed here: ____________________________________________________________________
Driving Agreements One   of   the   more   effective   ways   to   deal   with   Rules   and   Consequences   is   to   draw   up   a Driving   Agreement   with   the   Novice   Driver.      There   are   many   examples   available   on various    websites    -    select    and    adapt    an    agreement    that    suits    your    own    family    and situation.      Whatever   you   choose,   keep   your   agreement   clear,   concise   and   enforceable   - “Say what you mean, mean what you say, and do what you say you’re going to do.” Following   is   one   example   of   a   Driving   Agreement.      There   are   a   number   of   links   to   Driving Agreements on the Extra Resources page of this site