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Terms Used In Tennessee Code 55-50-313

  • Department: means the department of safety acting directly or through its duly authorized officers and agents. See Tennessee Code 55-50-102
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Minor: means any person who has not attained eighteen (18) years of age. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
  • Motorcycle: means "motorcycle" as defined in §. See Tennessee Code 55-50-102

Notwithstanding another law to the contrary, a minor who has been issued a motorcycle learner’s permit and who has completed a certified motorcycle education course approved by the department may operate a motorcycle without limitations on the distance from the minor’s home if the minor is accompanied by, and under the direct supervision of, a parent or legal guardian who is also operating a motorcycle and who holds a valid Class M license.