What is a Parent-Teen Driving Agreement?

A: A parent-teen driving agreement is a helpful tool that can assist you in keeping your teen accountable for his or her actions when behind the wheel of a vehicle.

These agreements can be customized to your teen's driving situation and may include rules such as:

• I will always wear a seatbelt.
• I will not use my cell phone when I'm behind the wheel.
• I will not allow more than one passenger in my vehicle.
• I will not drive between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• I will not pick up hitchhikers.

The rules that are important to you and your teen driver may be customized to your individual situation. The important thing to remember is that this is an agreement to help your teens drive in a safer manner and be accountable for their actions. If they follow the agreement, they may earn more freedom within his car, such as the ability to give rides to friends. However, if they break the rules of the agreement, they may lose driving privileges.

Keep in mind that parent-teen driving agreements are not the ideal answer to each and every driving situation. Always make sure you agree on a way to keep your teen safe that works for both of you.

If your teen has been injured in a Houston car crash, he or she may be eligible to seek compensation. Contact a Houston car crash lawyer at Denena & Points to learn more about your rights after an accident.