Okay, in addition to the learner permit restrictions that apply to everyone, the Graduated License Law places restrictions on drivers under 18 years of age who have a junior learner permit or junior driver license.
Are you here because you failed to comply with these restrictions?
no I'm good...I think
what is my geographic driving region if I'm in Buffalo?
You are in Upstate New York which is defined as any county north of the NYC border.
can my 15 year old cousin drive too with a permit?
Your cousin can not drive in New York State , even if they have a permit or license issued by another state.
does my learner permit allow me to drive in New Jersey?
You might be able to drive outside New York State with your NY State junior learner permit or junior driver license if it is allowed by the laws of the other state.
what about the other way around, can someone who is 17 and has a learner permit from New Jersey drive in New York?