During the GDL program, how many passengers are permitted if they are not family members?

During the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program in Delaware, restrictions are placed on the number of passengers a new driver can have in their vehicle to enhance safety until they gain more driving experience. A new driver is allowed to have one passenger in the vehicle who is not a family member. This rule is designed to minimize distractions and risks associated with having multiple passengers in the car, particularly for novice drivers who are still developing their skills.

Family members are exceptions to this rule, allowing for additional passengers, but it is the limit on non-family passengers that is critical to the GDL restrictions. As such, the correct answer reflects the cautious approach taken to ensure that new drivers can focus on the road and their driving responsibilities without the added distractions of several non-family passengers.