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Graduated Licensing Program [GLP] was designed to help new
drivers gain driving experience in a controlled, lower-risk
environment and gain privileges as they become more
skilful. Learner or “L” drivers are limited to two passengers:
the licensed adult supervisor and one other person. Novice or
“N” drivers are limited to one passenger unless they are driving
with a supervisor 25 years or older with a valid driver's
license or unless the passengers are immediate family members.
Versions of graduated licensing are in effect in several
Canadian provinces, most U.S. states, New Zealand, and
Australia. Studies in all these jurisdictions reportedly suggest
that the programs are resulting in crash reductions ranging from
10 to 30 percent and that passenger restrictions are essential
components of the program. Commonly cited statistics are that
crash risk for teenage drivers increases incrementally by number
of passengers. With three or more passengers,