The Graduated Licensing System
The new Graduated Licensing System commenced with the introduction of new alcohol interlock laws on 1 January 2007.
This is the first of three stages of the new system that will be fully implemented by July 2008.
The second stage was implemented in July 2007 which will include learner drivers being required to obtain at least 120 hours of driving experience before they can apply for a probationary licence. There will also be tighter restrictions imposed on probationary drivers when driving high powered vehicles.
The final stage in July 2008 will be the introduction of a two stage probationary licence comprising a one year P1 probationary licence, and a three year P2 probationary licence.
The aim of the new Graduated Licensing System is to reduce the deaths and serious injuries of young Victorians on our roads by making them safer and better drivers.
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