The commonwealth is offering several written permit test appointments at 20 testing locations for 15-year-olds who can now earn driver’s permits under House Bill 15.
Kentucky State Police said more than 1,500 appointments will be available online beginning at 1 p.m. on May 9 for young drivers to accelerate the process. Appointments will take place on May 17.
“Since House Bill 15 went into effect with an emergency clause, Team Kentucky has been working to develop solutions to meet the increased demand,” Gov. Andy Beshear said. “I appreciate everyone who has worked to host these events and make it easier for Kentuckians to obtain their permit.”
Kentucky State Police encourages people to do the following before arriving for the written permit test:
Bring all required documentation to the appointment so the permit test can be administered. Necessary documents include proof of identity such as a birth certificate (not a photocopy), proof of social security and a school compliance verification form. See Drive.ky.gov for full list and more info.
Study the Kentucky driver manual here. If an applicant does not pass the written test, they can schedule another appointment on the website.
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Beshear signed House Bill 15 on March 15, allowing 15-year-olds to obtain a permit. The available appointments also follow a “Skip the Line” initiative as crowds have flooded licensing offices across Louisville and other commonwealth areas.
This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Kentucky to offer 1,500 written appointments for 15-year-old drivers