Reexamination Skim

The Vehicle Code allows DMV to investigate and reexamine every driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle safely. A physical or mental condition or poor driver’s record can be the basis for a reexamination, not a driver’s age. Drivers with a physical or mental condition can be referred to DMV by a physician, law enforcement, or family member by submitting a completed Request for Driver Reexamination (DS 699) form.

Cognitive disorders, such as dementia, seizure disorder, brain tumor, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, or vertigo, present a significant challenge to safe driving. Individuals suffering from these conditions may lose their ability to drive safely.

DMV may do the following:

• Request medical information from you or your physician.
• Conduct an in-person or over the telephone reexamination.
• Require you to take a knowledge, vision, or driving test(s).
• Issue you a limited term driver’s license.
• Immediately suspend or revoke your driving privilege if your physical or mental condition presents an immediate threat to public safety.
• Take no action against your driving privilege.