If a person is under 18, when does his provisional license expire?

A provisional driver’s license for individuals under the age of 18 in Texas expires on the next birthday following the issuance of the license. This policy supports the state's goal of gradually allowing young drivers to gain experience while still under certain restrictions. The provision helps ensure continued safe driving practices as these young individuals transition toward a standard license.

The expiration tied to their birthday encourages a structured timeline for obtaining a more permanent license as the individual matures and gains more experience behind the wheel. This encourages consistent reevaluation of a young driver’s readiness to progress to the next stage of driving privilege.

Other timeframes such as a specific month or a set period after issuance do not accurately reflect the intentions of the licensing system, which aims to consider the individual’s age and maturity level in connection with driving privileges.