By Song • December 2, 2019
Becoming a licensed driver is a milestone that every teenager eagerly anticipates. This is an exciting time for parents, too. After all, there is nothing better than seeing your teen experience new things and take on more responsibilities.
But of course, the thought of your teen getting behind the wheel of a car might be nerve-wracking as well. Parents are experienced drivers, so they know far too well about the dangers that their teens will face on the road.
This is certainly a cause for concern, but fortunately, a parent-teen driving contract can help parents get peace of mind.
Signing a driving contract may seem over-the-top, but it can benefit both parents and teens by:
Asking your teenager to sign this contract is the perfect way to start a conversation about safe driving . This conversation will open the door so you can continue to communicate with your teen about staying safe on the road.
Having a contract will also help parents and teens avoid arguments in the future. This contract clearly outlines your expectations and the penalties that your teen could face for failing to live up to them. It’s all in writing. This means if your teens violate the contract, there’s no way for them to argue that they didn’t realize they were breaking the rules.
They also can’t argue that the punishment doesn’t fit their crime since they signed off on the contract, which clearly outlines the penalties they will face for breaking the rules.
Teens aren’t the only ones who are agreeing to abide by certain rules by signing this contract. Some of the terms of the agreement apply solely to parents.
These terms are designed to hold parents accountable and ensure that they play a role in helping their teens become safe drivers. Because ultimately, teens will not learn how to drive responsibly unless their parents are good teachers .
Don’t think of this as a formal contract; you can’t take each other to court for violating one of the rules. Instead, think of this agreement as a promise that you and your teen must keep to one another.
By keeping this promise, you and your teen can strengthen your relationship, support one another, and most importantly, stay safe on the road !
Printable Teen-Parent Driving Contract
I, ______ agree to obey the following rules:
Obeying the Law
I understand that being a responsible driver means obeying the law.
I will:
I will not:
Distracted Driving
I am aware of the dangers of distracted driving and pledge to stay alert when behind the wheel.
I will:
I will not:
Taking Responsibility
I know the importance of respecting my parents’ rules and taking responsibility for my actions.
I will:
I will not:
Penalties
I acknowledge that failing to comply with the rules in this contract will lead to consequences, including the loss of driving privileges.
Violation:
Parking ticket
Speeding ticket/Moving violation
Driving the vehicle past curfew
Having too many passengers in the vehicle
Not wearing a seatbelt
Allowing someone else to drive the vehicle
Failing to properly maintain the vehicle
Driving while distracted
Driving the car while intoxicated
Other violations: _____
Length of Driving Suspension:
____ day(s)
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____ day(s)
____ day(s)
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If I violate the terms of the contract, I will lose my driving privileges. In the event this happens, I agree to give the keys to my car to my parents immediately. I also agree to refrain from using the vehicle until I have regained my driving privileges.
Parents/Guardians
As the parent/guardian of __________, I pledge to:
Be a good role model by practicing safe driving.
By signing below, I agree to keep these promises to ______.
Teens
By signing below, I agree to follow the rules and accept the penalties outlined in this contract.
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