ART OF DRIVING

TEEN-PARENT DRIVING CONTRACT

As a newly licensed driver I understand that driving is a privilege and a serious responsibility. As the parent of a teen driver I realize how critical my involvement and supervision is to the welfare of my teen and others. Therefore, together we promise to abide by the following agreement.

Teens & Parents:

____ I will obey all traffic laws/signs and observe speed limits

____ I will always wear a seat belt and insist that all passengers do the same

____ I will not use a cell phone while driving

____ I will reduce/eliminate distractions to the best of my ability

____ I will never use drugs/alcohol and drive nor ride with anyone who has

____ I will always keep my hands on the wheel and eyes on the road

Teens:

____I will maintain a _______GPA

____I will limit the number of passengers to ____ for ___months

____I will know and follow the GDL laws of my state

____I will observe my curfew of _______ and call home if I encounter a problem

____I will not drive someone else’s car or let anyone drive mine

We have decided upon the follow consequences for failure to abide by this contact:

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TEEN: I promise to follow the rules of this contract and accept the consequences if I fail to do so. I understand the risks of being a teen driver and promise to act responsibly. I will do everything in my power to keep myself, my passengers, and others on the road safe.

Signed_____________________________ Date _______________________

PARENT: I promise to do everything in my power to assist my teen in being a responsible, safe driver. I will take an active role in monitoring situations that could possibly put my teen or others at risk. I will model the behaviors I want my teen to emulate.

Signed____________________________ Date______________________