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

Missouri requires 40 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night, and a 6-month permit holding period. Teens can get a permit at 15 and an intermediate license at 16. Missouri's nighttime curfew is one of the latest in the nation, starting at 1 a.m.

Missouri GDL Requirements at a Glance

Total Supervised Hours

40h

Including 10h at night

Minimum Permit Age

15

Holding period: 6 months

Provisional License Age

16

Full license: 18

Missouri Teen Driving Restrictions

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Nighttime Restriction

No driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. for the first 6 months.

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Passenger Restriction

No more than one non-family passenger under 19 for the first 6 months.

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Phone Restriction

No texting while driving for drivers under 21.

How DashLog Helps Families in Missouri

Meeting Missouri's 40 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 Missouri's specific GDL requirements.

Parents in Missouri get real-time progress dashboards showing exactly how many of the required 40 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 Missouri 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 Missouri families already tracking their teen's progress.

Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri Teen Driving

How many driving hours does Missouri require?

Missouri requires 40 hours of supervised driving, with at least 10 hours at night. A parent or guardian must certify the completed hours on the affidavit form.

At what age can my teen get a permit in Missouri?

Missouri teens can apply for a learner's permit at age 15 after passing the written knowledge test and vision screening.

What are Missouri's nighttime restrictions for teens?

For the first 6 months with an intermediate license, Missouri teens cannot drive between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. — one of the latest curfew start times in the country.

Does Missouri limit passengers for teen drivers?

Yes. For the first 6 months, Missouri teen drivers can carry only one non-family passenger under 19.

When can a Missouri teen get a full license?

Missouri teens can receive a full, unrestricted license at age 18.

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DashLog tracks every supervised hour against Missouri's GDL requirements — so your teen is ready for the license test.

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