2006-09-05 09:14:58 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
no like else able if theri able to drive
2006-09-05 09:21:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
The main factor should be ability, senior citizen or not we all have to go through a test to prove we are capable of handling a motor vehicle. I think the test should be a lot harder than it is now cause too many people that have no clue on what they are doing have a license. As far as when you should no longer drive I think you should be tested every 2 to 3 years after age 60 and if you prove yourself with those tests then every 1 to 2 years after age 70. I also think your physician should be able to send a statement to the DMV as to anything that may be wrong with you that would prevent you from safely operating a motor vehicle at any age and then since you should have the right to prove you can still drive the DMV notify you that you have one month to come in to be retested in order to keep your license. I would also have the exact same extremely difficult (100times more difficult than it is now) driving test for anyone of any age. I also think 1 DUI/DWI conviction should get your license revoked for life.
2006-09-05 16:26:09 · answer #2 · answered by Wilkow Conservative 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be no cut-off age, but there should be mandatory testing after age 60. I also think that drivers licenses should not be handed out so easily at age 16. I am very proud of the states that are going to more temporary licensing until age 18. You get into too many accidents or get caught driving drunk in some states, you won't drive until you're 21.
2006-09-05 16:18:13 · answer #3 · answered by Robby216 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
My dad scared me half to death...tail-gater-- at the age of 40. Age should be a deciding factor though. One young lady said in an answer, "what stage of senility matters". Phooey! I know some seniors who could out work and think better and darn sure are better drivers than than young people at 20. Look at the stats.
I see nothing wrong with folks at 65 needing to go in and being retested every couple of years. Eyesight and health start playing in to the problems that seniors have.
Should have seen my father driving at 80!!
2006-09-05 16:31:26 · answer #4 · answered by SNOOP 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thats a dificult question to answer since not all seniors are created equal in regards to their mental health. We have to remember that it is generally their last bit of independence. To take it away is making them totally dependent on others and in their mind a chore.
I think we need to take to look whats the right thing to do. Doctors need to advise families when they believe their patient should not be driving. BMV testers need to be honest in the evaluation of seniors that take driving tests for renewal. And families who know them the best just have to do what needs to be done. It's all about accountability...
We aren't doing them any favors by letting them drive when they become impaired physically or mentaly.
2006-09-05 16:38:12 · answer #5 · answered by westfield47130 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately if we designate an age that you have to undergo driving testing there would be an age discrimination law suit.
The only way I see around this is for all people to undergo a driving ability test every few years.
If that is what it takes to get the old farts that can't drive anymore off the road, I would be for it.
2006-09-05 16:27:38 · answer #6 · answered by sprcpt 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Senior Citizens make up one of the largest voting blocs in this country. Any political party that targets their right to drive has a death wish.
2006-09-05 16:22:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Boy - you talk about the haters - but look at the way these young kids come out hatin' if you talk about old drivers. Girls should not be allowed to drive until after college. If they don't go to college - then let them drive. Old people should be tested at age 65 and older. But - really everyone should have to pass a written test with at least 95% of questions right every 5 years.
2006-09-05 16:20:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
age is not the problem, how do they see, how do they perform? my husband has Alzheimer and passed the driving test. We spilled the beans about his mental state and THEN they revoked his license and I am still in the dog house because he feels I was responsible. I did not want people to be killed.
2006-09-05 16:21:22 · answer #9 · answered by antiekmama 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There shouldn't be a "set age". My father lost his mind at around 75, but my mother was a sharp as a tack until the day she died.
It all depends upon the individual.
2006-09-05 16:20:39 · answer #10 · answered by s2scrm 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-05 16:19:50 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋