Ohio Driver's Handbook, Section 12: Purchase Your Driver License
Getting the license, co-signer responsibility, renewal and the probationary restrictions for drivers under 18.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, web, January 26, 2024. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Ohio Driver Manual (Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws)
Key rules
- First year under 18: no driving from midnight to 6 a.m. (exceptions for work, school or religious events) and no more than one non-family passenger. handbook
- After the first year, until 18: no driving from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. handbook
- Licenses of drivers under 21 expire on the 21st birthday; there is no grace period after expiration. handbook