Adhering to the law will make roadways in St. Mary’s County and in Maryland safer for drivers, passengers, bicyclists, horse-and-buggy operators and pedestrians.
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Driving Under 15 Prohibited
Sec. 16-304. Causing or permitting unauthorized minor to drive: A person may not cause his child or ward under the age of 15 to drive a motor vehicle on any highway.
The fine for causing or knowingly permitting a child or ward under 15 to drive a motor vehicle on a highway is $290 and five points assessed on a driver’s license.
