I was wonder what are the laws for driving when you have epilespy and how control do you have to be. What do have to do first. do I have to pass a eye test what is involed in getting your permit. so many question. Its been over a year since my last seizure so now what i want to be able to get a job and get around better. what you think would I legal be allowed to do this
2006-09-24 18:48:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/
Driver Information by State
Every state regulates driver's license eligibility of persons with certain medical conditions. The most common requirement for people with epilepsy is that they be seizure free for a specific period of time and submit a physician's evaluation of their ability to drive safely. Another common requirement is the periodic submission of medical reports, in some states for a specified period of time and in others for as long as the person remains licensed.
2006-09-24 18:59:52 · answer #1 · answered by Leather M 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my mother has epilepsy and since the medication controlled her seizures she was allowed to have a license. I'm not sure if there is a certain amount of time you have to wait between episodes to prove you are well enough to drive though. Hopefully you will not have anymore and can be independent, something we all need. My mother hasn't had one seizure in over 10 years, I hope you will have the same luck.
2006-09-24 18:53:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Florida it is one year seizure free as determined by your doctor. It may be different in other states. The Medical community is beginning to say that if your seizure free for 2 years you might want to try weening off your medicine as seizures often do not return if they have been suppressed for a that long... Good luck whatever happens... But I will say that I had a neighbor who was having seizures and he did not report them. Finally he careened into a car loaded with teenagers. It was horrible, and eventually he committed suicide while he awaited his trial for vehicular manslaughter.
2006-09-24 19:06:58 · answer #3 · answered by a_gyno_guy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a roommate who had epilepsy she was told that if she went a year with out a seizure she would get her license back. Unfortunately she did not reach the 1 yr mark. If the opportunity was offered to her I don't see why it wouldn't be to you.
2006-09-24 18:53:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you had a license already , then all you need is for your doctor to write a letter stating you have been seizure free for a year .and you shouldn't have a problem .if you have never had a license then you will do eye , driving and written tests also.
2006-09-24 20:37:53 · answer #5 · answered by sindi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may vary by state, but in California, I think you must be seizure-free for three years. It is worthwhile, however, to call the local DMV and find out.
2006-09-24 18:57:03 · answer #6 · answered by auntb93again 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends upon the STATE---go find out
Each one is different
But most require some sort of testing by your Dr and
then submitting this to your DOT along with proof of GOOD insurance
CHECK
2006-09-24 19:00:18 · answer #7 · answered by KR 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
touch that states motorcar branch...yet regularly they're going to deny all of us it incredibly is stilll having them and not below comprehensive administration....yet while theyve been below administration for a undeniable quantity of time they're going to difficulty a license..yet you're able to envision with the particular state first..
2016-10-01 08:18:00 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Um... i'm guessing your an illigal immigrant, judging by your lack of understanding of the English language.
So, yeah, getting a drivers liscense shouldn't be a problem at all. Go for it.
2006-09-24 18:51:27 · answer #9 · answered by Edanomel 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Should be no problem.
2006-09-24 19:00:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋