In the Netherlands, the driving licence can be obtained at the age of 17, however the drivers are supervised. When three serious offenses are committed within five years of a license being issued to a new driver, the holder will have their license revoked and must undergo the examination process again to reobtain their license.
The offenses include
- Tailgating
- Exceeding the speed limit by at least 30 km/h (19 mph)
- Drunk driving (blood alcohol content of 0.2 per mille or above)
- Death or injury by dangerous driving
A moped can be driven by persons aged 16 or over who are in possession of a moped license (Category AM), which can be obtained after sitting a computerised theory test. Practical training or an examination are not required. Holders of an automobile license are allowed to drive a moped without any additional documents or testing.
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