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Teen Driving Requirements in Hawaii: Hours, Laws & GDL Guide

Hawaii requires 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 at night, before teens can earn a provisional license at age 16. The state enforces nighttime and passenger restrictions until the driver turns 17, with exceptions for work, school, and emergencies.

Hawaii GDL Requirements at a Glance

Total Supervised Hours

50h

Including 10h at night

Minimum Permit Age

15 years 6 months

Holding period: 6 months

Provisional License Age

16

Full license: 17

Hawaii Teen Driving Restrictions

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Nighttime Restriction

No driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. for drivers under 17.

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Passenger Restriction

No more than one passenger under 18 who is not a family member for drivers under 17.

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Phone Restriction

No handheld cell phone use while driving for all drivers under 18.

How DashLog Helps Families in Hawaii

Meeting Hawaii's 50 hours of supervised driving practice can feel overwhelming — especially when you're also juggling school schedules, extracurriculars, and work. DashLog makes it simple by automatically tracking every supervised drive your teen completes. Start a session, drive, and DashLog logs the date, time, duration, and whether it was a daytime or nighttime drive — all mapped against Hawaii's specific GDL requirements.

Parents in Hawaii get real-time progress dashboards showing exactly how many of the required 50 hours their teen has completed, including a breakdown of 10 hours at night hours. DashLog sends milestone alerts when your teen hits 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of their required hours — so you always know where you stand without manually counting on a paper log. Plus, live location tracking during drives gives parents peace of mind without micromanaging.

When it's time to visit the Hawaii DMV, DashLog generates a clean, DMV-ready driving log report that documents every session with dates, times, and total hours. No more scrambling to find a crumpled paper log the night before the test. DashLog is free during our beta — join thousands of Hawaii families already tracking their teen's progress.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hawaii Teen Driving

How many supervised hours does Hawaii require for teen drivers?

Hawaii requires 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including at least 10 hours at night, before a teen can take the road test.

What age can my teen get a permit in Hawaii?

Hawaii teens can apply for a learner's permit at age 15 years and 6 months after passing the written test.

What are Hawaii's nighttime restrictions for teen drivers?

Hawaii prohibits drivers under 17 from driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless for work, school, or emergencies.

Does Hawaii restrict passengers for teen drivers?

Yes. Drivers under 17 can carry only one non-family passenger under 18 in Hawaii.

When do Hawaii teen driving restrictions end?

Hawaii's nighttime and passenger restrictions are lifted when the driver turns 17.

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