2010 PA 268 was signed into law on December 14, 2010, and will take effect on March 30, 2011. The law will amend the Michigan Vehicle Code in the following ways:

1. Prohibit a driver with a Level 2 graduated driver’s license (GDL) from operating a motor vehicle carrying more than one passenger who is under 21 years of age, unless: a. passengers are members of the driver’s immediate family, or b. travel is to or from school or a school-sanctioned event.

2. In addition, the nighttime restriction has been extended to 10:00 p.m. from the original midnight starting time. The new nighttime restriction is from 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. Both of these restrictions remain for the duration of the Level 2 graduated driver’s license.

The sanctions for violating these new provisions are: A civil infraction is entered and 2 points are added to the driving record. Notice of the civil infraction shall be sent to a designated parent or guardian. GDL Level 2 period is extended for 12 months. A driver reexamination will be scheduled with possible license suspension and additional restrictions imposed.