O no! Somebody called the Po-Po… because you weren’t old enough to drive a golf cart down the street. So How Old Do You Have to Be to Drive a Golf Cart?

The answer: It varies by state. But we created a quick easy to read table with the best know information from all 50 states DMV’s website.

While the legal age to drive a golf cart on the street varies from state to state, in most states, the minimum age is 14 years old. However, there are some states where the age is 16 or even 18.

Here’s How Old You Need To Be To Drive A Golf Cart On The Road

All 50 States’ Age Requirements Table

State	Minimum Age
Alabama	18
Alaska	16
Arizona	Varies by city or town
Arkansas	14
California	13
Colorado	14
Connecticut	16
Delaware	14
Florida	14
Georgia	12 (with adult)
Hawaii	16
Idaho	Varies by city or town
Illinois	18
Indiana	16
Iowa	18
Kansas	13
Kentucky	16
Louisiana	15
Maine	14
Maryland	12 (with adult)
Massachusetts	16
Michigan	16
Minnesota	16
Mississippi	15
Missouri	16
Montana	14
Nebraska	Varies by city or town
Nevada	Varies by city or town
New Hampshire	13 (with safety certificate)
New Jersey	18
New Mexico	15
New York	14
North Carolina	16
North Dakota	16
Ohio	16
Oklahoma	16
Oregon	16
Pennsylvania	16
Rhode Island	16
South Carolina	16
South Dakota	14
Tennessee	16
Texas	14
Utah	14
Vermont	16
Virginia	16
Washington	16
West Virginia	16
Wisconsin	16
Wyoming	14

It is important to note that the above ages are strictly the minimum ages. Some states may have higher age requirements, or they may have other restrictions on who can drive a golf cart. For example, several states require golf cart drivers to have a valid state driver’s license.

If you are planning to drive a golf cart, it is always the best and recommended practice to check with your local authorities to find out the specific rules and regulations that apply in your area.