With the new law, Brazilians can obtain a driver's license at 16 years old; new rules for psychological exams, toxicological tests, speed enforcement, and the electronic free flow toll system will be discussed in the Chamber of Deputies.

With the new law, Brazilians can obtain a driver’s license at 16 years old; new rules for psychological exams, toxicological tests, speed enforcement, and the electronic free flow toll system will be discussed in the Chamber of Deputies.

Written by Douglas Avila

Published on 13/04/2026 at 15:09

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Debate on driver’s license at 16 returns to the Chamber’s agenda with a meeting scheduled for Tuesday (15) and reignites discussion on minimum age, traffic safety, and changes to the Brazilian Traffic Code.

The Chamber of Deputies resumes this Wednesday (15) the discussion on lowering the minimum age for the first National Driver’s License (CNH), in a meeting of a special committee analyzing changes to the Brazilian Traffic Code.

The meeting again puts on the agenda the possibility of allowing 16-year-olds to start the licensing process in the country.

The debate occurs within a body that gathers proposals for updating traffic legislation and was included on the agenda at the initiative of the rapporteur, Deputy Aureo Ribeiro (Solidarity-RJ), and the committee’s president, Colonel Meira (PL-PE).

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Review of the Traffic Code expands debate on licensing

The analysis of the minimum age to drive is part of a broader set of changes under study in the Chamber, focused on the Bill 8085/2014 and other attached texts.

In total, there are about 270 proposals that address different points of the legislation, including driver training, enforcement, and medical requirements.

In addition to the possible relaxation of the age requirement, the deputies will also discuss rules for psychological and toxicological exams, speed limits, and the operation of the electronic toll system known as free flow.

The intention is to comprehensively review the Traffic Code, in light of changes in driver behavior and the mobility scenario.

According to Aureo Ribeiro, the debate on the CNH at 16 needs to consider the reality of young people who already drive before the permitted age, often without any training.

For the rapporteur, the discussion can contribute to improving traffic education and reducing risks associated with irregular driving.

Current CNH rule requires legal age and responsibility

Today, Brazilian legislation establishes that the candidate for the CNH must be criminally liable, in addition to being able to read and write and possessing identification documents.

Since criminal liability begins at 18 years, the rule in practice prevents minors from obtaining a license.

Changing this scenario would require a direct amendment to the Brazilian Traffic Code, which involves a broader legal and political debate.

The eventual authorization for 16 and 17-year-olds to drive also raises questions about legal responsibility in cases of traffic violations and crimes.

Similar proposals have been presented in other legislatures but did not advance to final approval.

The return of the topic to the agenda now occurs in a broader context of reviewing the traffic system, which may expand the scope of the discussion.

Maturity and safety come to the center of the discussion

The reduction of the minimum age is not treated merely as a legal issue, but also involves psychological and social aspects.

The committee president, Colonel Meira, has already indicated that the analysis needs to consider the maturity level of young people and their ability to handle risky situations on the road.

During preliminary discussions, experts and representatives from sectors related to driver training expressed concern about possible relaxations.

There are criticisms related to the quality of education in driving schools and the need to maintain strict criteria to prevent unprepared drivers from reaching the streets.

Medical and psychological entities also advocate for the maintenance of evaluations that ensure adequate physical and mental health conditions for drivers.

These points are likely to gain traction in the upcoming committee meetings, especially in light of the topic’s repercussions.

Proposal still depends on approval in Congress

Despite the expectations surrounding the meeting this Tuesday, the proposal to lower the age for obtaining a CNH is still far from becoming a reality.

After the debate in the special committee, any change will need to be approved by the deputies in the Chamber’s plenary and subsequently analyzed by the Senate.

Only after going through all these legislative stages could any potential amendment be sanctioned and come into effect.

Until then, the current requirement remains valid throughout the national territory.

The resumption of the topic highlights a recurring clash between updating the rules and maintaining criteria deemed essential for road safety, in a scenario where Brazilian traffic still faces significant challenges related to accidents and driver training.

Reader, to conclude, a question: do you believe that Brazil should lower the age for obtaining a CNH? Leave your answer in the comments!

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