i was just curious to know if it legal for a person to be able to drive with an amputated arm? what about an amputated right leg?
2007-06-15 11:36:13 · 7 answers · asked by Victoria 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
i dont want to check with my local DMV
2007-06-15 11:40:06 · update #1
Well, I don't work for the DMV, but there are a couple of assumptions one could make, simply by understanding the rules that we all have to follow.
Regarding the amputated leg...As long as the car is automatic, you're only supposed to use one foot anyway, so I would be hard pressed to believe there is a law against it. I see no reason why a single-leg amputee would not be exactly as safe behind the wheel as the rest of us.
Regarding the amputated arm...That one is a little tougher. Again, you'd need the car to be automatic, so that there's no shifting involved. Also, it would be critical that the vehicle always have functioning turn signals, etc. However, there is a "guideline" that says to keep both hands on the wheel. I think there is more risk with an amputated arm than there is with an amputated leg, but I don't believe there is a law against it.
Additionally, there are lots of ways that cars can be modified to suit their owners. I have a cousin who was born with a birth defect, in that his arm bones and muscles never developed. He has a special attachment in the foot-well, that allows him to steer with one foot, while using the other for the gas & brake pedals. I think it certainly could be done, and done safely.
2007-06-15 11:49:17 · answer #1 · answered by abfabmom1 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you aren't willing to check with your dmv, how are we supposed to help you? We have no idea where you are. Laws can differ. Basically, it you have an amputation, you will likely have a restriction on your licence as to the type of vehicle you can drive. An amputated right leg could restrict you to a vehicle with hand controls, or more likely a pedal conversion installed, depending on the capabilities or your left leg. Repeat, check with your local dmv!
2007-06-15 11:46:37 · answer #2 · answered by Fred C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Assuming you have enough arm left to be able to work the controls, you can drive if you have amputated arms, though some places might require a medical assessment before they allow you to.
With amputated legs, you'll either need automatic transmission (if it's just one leg) or hand controls with auto trans (if it's both legs)
2007-06-15 11:58:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure it's legal. There are probably thousands of amputees that hold valid licenses and are able to operate their vehicles (I would assume with either auxiliary controls such as spinner knobs and/or repositioned pedals). How would you expect all the Iraq veterans get to where they're going? Surely you don't expect them all to be passengers for the rest of their lives, do you?
2007-06-15 11:43:39 · answer #4 · answered by Kiffin # 1 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The rental company gave your employer a copy of the rental contract. The terms of the contract are all there in plain English (including the envelope the contract came in). Read the contract and see what the restrictions are! Every company is different, I tend to agree with you though ... it's probably a contract violation to have a 19 year old additional driver!
2016-05-21 04:26:23 · answer #5 · answered by josefa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes its legal. People with half a brain drive all the time!!!
2007-06-15 11:44:42 · answer #6 · answered by professorc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with your local DMV
2007-06-15 11:39:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋