NY State Driver License
Green Light Law
The Driver's License Access and Privacy Act, commonly called the "Green Light law," was enacted on June 17, 2019, and takes effect on December 16, 2019. It allows all New Yorkers age 16 and older to apply for a standard, not for federal purpose, non-commercial driver license or learner permit regardless of their citizenship or lawful status in the United States. See information on how to apply for a learner permit and driver license under New York State's Green Light Law.
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Types of Licenses Available
Resources
- If a Family Member Has Died
- Driver Medical Conditions
- Driving in New York State
- Federal REAL ID
- Military & Veteran Resources
- Motorcycle Safety Awareness Training
- Older Driver Resources
- Resources for Non US Citizens
- Suspensions and Revocations
- Younger Driver Resources
- Commercial Driver Licenses
- NY State Address Confidentiality Program for victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual offense and/or human trafficking