Transportation
Getting Your Driver's License
One option to getting around on your own is to get your driver's license. To be eligible you must complete a valid driver's training program approved by the state Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), and prove identity and date of birth with appropriate forms. If applicable, you must complete a written knowledge test over information in the manual, pass a vision screening test, if less than 18-years old you must have an appropriate family member sign a financial responsibility agreement.
On or after July 1, 2010, drivers who successfully complete an approved driver education program must be at least 16 years and 180 days old to obtain a driver's license. Drivers who have not successfully completed an approved driver education program must be at least 16 years and 270 days old to obtain a driver’s license on or after July 1, 2010.
You must hold an Indiana learner’s permit for 180 days to obtain a driver’s license on or after July 1, 2010.
If you apply for a driver’s license on or after July 1, 2010, you must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice with a licensed instructor, a licensed driver who is at least 25 years old, or a spouse who is at least 21 years old. At least 10 hours of supervised driving practice must be nighttime driving.
Description of Programs / Services
The BMV does not offer a driver's education class, but does offer the written and driving test. The test can be read
aloud if you call ahead and schedule a time. If assistive technology is needed to operate a car, Margaret Mary Hospital
works with the Batesville BMV to set up at time for the student to take the driving test with the modifications needed.
Call the occupational therapy department at 812-934-6512 to coordinate use of the equipment.
Contact Information
Lawrenceburg BMV (812-537-3033)
108 Front Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Batesville BMV (812-934-3247)
1132 Tekulve Court, Ste. 3
Batesville, IN 47006
Cost for Services
Learner Permit - $9.00; Driver's License (valid for six years) - $21.00
Other Relevant Information
Three forms of identification are needed. Visit Bureau of Motor Vehicles
(BMV) to access the list or call 317-233-6000. At this site you can print a copy of the Driver's Education Manual (in
different languages), look up local BMV directions and hours, and learn answers to any questions you may have related to
obtaining a driver's license in Indiana.
