What are provisional license holders under 18 prohibited from doing while driving without special permission?

Provisional license holders under 18 are subject to certain restrictions to ensure their safety and the safety of others on the road. One significant restriction is that they are prohibited from driving between midnight and 5:00 am without special permission. This rule is in place because late-night driving can be more dangerous due to decreased visibility, increased fatigue, and a higher likelihood of encountering impaired or reckless drivers. By limiting driving during these hours, the law aims to reduce the risk of accidents for inexperienced drivers.

While using a cellphone while driving is generally discouraged due to its potential to distract the driver, the specific regulation about cellphone use does not apply exclusively to provisional license holders. Similarly, restrictions regarding the number of passengers a provisional driver can have and the requirement of a supervising driver are also important, but the direct prohibition on driving at specific late-night hours is a primary focus of provisional licensing restrictions.