The famous “L” that we see in some cars indicates that the person driving has just gotten his driver’s license, so being a “novice” on the road he must carry that identifying sign, but how long do you have to carry the license? What is a new driver in the car?
How long you should wear the L for new driver in the car
The fact of l carrying an L hanging on the car is not a trivial matter. It is a clear indication that the person who drives does not have the same experience as the rest of the drivers, so when they see said signs they should have more consideration with that new driver.
The fact that an “L” is the identifying sign for all those drivers who have just got their driving license comes from English and specifically from the word “Learner” whose translation is “Apprentice”, but for how long? Should the L hang on the car?
As established in the General Vehicle Regulations , in its Annex XI, approved by Royal Decree 2822 of December 23, 1998, specifically indicates that “the V-13 sign, on the new driver, is to indicate that the vehicle is being driven by a person with a driving license that is less than one year old. ‘
In other words, anyone who has just obtained a driving license must carry the identification plate V-13, which is represented by an “L” for a period of one year. Once that period has passed, you should remove it and no longer wear it.
Where should the L for novice driver be placed?
As recommended, the Novice Driver L should be worn where it is easily visible to other drivers . In this way, what is always recommended is that it be placed at the rear of the car, at the height of the rear windshield and inside the car attached to the glass with suction cups.
In the case of driving a motorcycle , a three-wheeled vehicle or if you are driving a car with reduced mobility, you only have to stick it on a visible side of the rear of the vehicle.
The sign must be homologated (any L-shaped sticker or that you draw it yourself will not be worth it) and the fact of not wearing it for the indicated time may incur penalties and fines of up to € 100 , since it is considered an infraction mild. On the other hand, they can also fine us if we wear the L in an area that is not very visible and be careful to wear it longer than the established year because if we go over that time they can also fine us.
