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Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.017 - Re-examinations (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.22,
					 322.221,
					 322.29
					 FS.
New 11-20-75, Formerly 15A-1.17, Amended 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.018 - Point Determination; Suspensions (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 240.265,
					 322.27,
					 338.239
					 FS.
New 11-20-75, Formerly 15A-1.18, Amended 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.019 - Reinstatement; Hardship

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Any driver whose driver's license has been suspended,
				  revoked, or cancelled for any reason, other than those that are statutorily
				  prohibited, and habitual offenders during the first year of their five year
				  revocation, may apply immediately to the Department for the modification of the
				  order or the reinstatement of a license pursuant to Section
				   322.271, F.S., as
				  follows:
(1) Furnish the Department
				with a completed Application for Administrative Hearing (form HSMV-78306,
				Revised 12/13,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-04157
,
				and herein incorporated by reference), obtained from a Department office, and
				the following:
(a) Driver's license, if in
				applicant's possession.
(b) A list
				of all arrests for traffic violations in this and any other state.
(c) Proof of driver improvement school
				requirements as provided in Section
				 322.271,
				F.S.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0195 - Right of Review

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Any person whose driving privilege has been cancelled,
				  suspended or revoked, may petition the Department for an administrative review
				  to present evidence showing why their driving privilege should not have been
				  cancelled, suspended or revoked. Application for such review shall be made by
				  personal letter specifying the action for which the review is requested, and
				  the documents in the possession of the Department which the licensee requests
				  to review.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 120.57,
					 322.27(1),
					 322.221,
					 322.222
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Amended
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.020 - Duplicate and Replacement Licenses (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.17,
					 322.29
					 FS.
New 11-20-75, Formerly 15A-1.20, Amended 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.021 - Cancellation (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.22
					 FS.
New 11-20-75, Formerly 15A-1.21, Amended 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.023 - Appointments (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.02
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.024 - Temporary Driving Permits (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.07,
					 322.25,
					 322.21,
					 322.28
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.025 - Motorcycle Examinations; Written Knowledge Test; Pre-Test Motorcycle Inspection; On-Cycle Skill Test and Applicant Requirements; Scoring Criteria (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 316.211,
					 322.03,
					 322.12
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.026 - Express Renewal Offices (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.18,
					 322.19
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.027 - Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP) (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 322.13 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.13(1)(b)1., 2. FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.028 - Fraudulent Driver License Applicants (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 322.13,
					 322.212,
					 322.27 FS. Law Implemented
					  322.13(2),
					  322.12,
					  322.27,
					  322.271,
					  322.32,
					  322.33 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.029 - Distribution of Organ Donor Registration Forms (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 732.921(2) FS.
					 Law Implemented 732.915,
					 732.921
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0291 - Organ Donor Registration Form (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 732.921(2) FS.
					 Law Implemented 732.921(1)
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0292 - Funding of an Organ Donor Program (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 732.921,
					 20.05(6) FS.
					 Law Implemented 732.915,
					 732.921
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0293 - Donor Registry (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 732.921 FS. Law Implemented
					 732.915,
					 732.921
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0294 - Donor Identification (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 732.921 FS. Law Implemented
					 732.916,
					 732.921
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0295 - Donor Withdrawal (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 732.921 FS. Law Implemented
					 732.916,
					 732.921
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0296 - Substance Abuse Courses Required for Licensing (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.08,
					 322.095
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 6-3-14.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0297 - School Attendance Required for Licensed Drivers Between 15 - 18 Years of Age (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.09,
					 322.0601
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0298 - Insulin Dependent Diabetics License Issuance (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.141
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-1 - DRIVER LICENSES › Section 15A-1.0299 - Examination, Temporary Driving Permit and Driver's License Denial (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02 FS. Law Implemented
					 322.05,
					 322.12,
					 322.121,
					 322.25
					 FS.
New 12-22-92, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.001 - Proof of Future Financial Responsibility; Upon Conviction

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
A person whose driver's license has been revoked pursuant to
				  Section  322.26 or
				   322.27, F.S., who does not own a
				  motor vehicle, shall not be required to show proof of future financial
				  responsibility under Section
				   324.072, F.S., until such time
				  as the person is eligible for reinstatement and as a condition precedent to the
				  issuance of a driver license, or acquires the ownership of a motor vehicle,
				  whichever occurs first.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.072
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.01, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.002 - Application for Hearing, Procedure

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Any person coming within the purview of Chapter 324, F.S.,
				  whose driver's license or registration and tag may be subject to suspension
				  shall, upon written request to the Department in Tallahassee, Florida, be
				  entitled to an administrative hearing. Upon receipt of a written request for a
				  hearing the Department shall fix the time and place of the hearing and give
				  written notice thereof to the applicant at least fifteen (15) days prior to the
				  date fixed for the hearing, notice thereof to be effective upon
				  mailing.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.051(2)(a)
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.02, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.003 - Stay of Order of Suspension

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Receipt of an application for a hearing by the Department
				  shall automatically defer the entry of any order of suspension pending hearing
				  and final determination by the Department and for an additional thirty (30)
				  days thereafter to permit compliance with Chapter 324, F.S., in the event of an
				  adverse ruling by the Department.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.051(2)(a)
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.03, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.004 - Conduct of Hearing

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) The scope of the hearing shall be limited
				to a determination of whether or not the applicant or the applicant's motor
				vehicle was involved in the accident, whether or not there is a probability of
				a civil judgment being rendered against the applicant for damages as a result
				of the accident, or whether or not the applicant is otherwise exempt from the
				provisions of Chapter 324, F.S.
(2)
				The hearing shall be held at the office of the Department handling the affairs
				of the Department for the county in which the applicant resides, or at a
				location reasonably adjacent thereto.
(3) All hearings shall be open to the
				public.
(4) The Department shall
				allow any party to the hearing to appear in person and with counsel, to be
				present during the giving of all evidence, to have a reasonable opportunity to
				inspect all documentary and other evidence and to examine and cross-examine
				witnesses, to present supporting evidence, and to have subpoenas issued by the
				Department to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of
				evidence. Subpoenas duly executed over the seal and signature of the head of
				the department, or authorized agent, shall be tendered any applicant or the
				applicant's counsel upon request therefor fifteen (15) days prior to the
				hearing, and it shall thereafter be the duty of the applicant or the
				applicant's counsel to complete the subpoena and provide for its service upon
				the witness designated in the manner required by law. The applicant shall bear
				any expense of witnesses summoned at the request of the applicant.
(5) The rules of evidence applicable to
				administrative hearings shall be observed, and any party may invoke the rule
				relating to the exclusion of witnesses.
(6) The Department shall by stenographic or
				mechanical means accurately record the testimony and the proceedings. A
				transcript shall be made and furnished the applicant, upon request, at such
				charge therefor to be paid in advance per Section
				 322.20,
				F.S.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.051(2)(a),
					 322.20
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.04, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.005 - SR - 22 Filings, Original Policy

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Within
				fifteen working days from the receipt of application and payment of premium or
				deposit, the insurer shall make a financial responsibility filing of a
				certification of liability insurance form (SR-22) which the insurer shall
				provide, (Revised 06-71).
(2) This
				form (SR-22) shall be printed in a multiform pack of six snap-out copies. The
				original (pink) and duplicate copy (pink) must be filed with the Department for
				its internal use. File the triplicate copy (blue) with the original and
				duplicate only if a receipt acknowledgment from the Department is desired. The
				remaining three copies (all pink) are intended to be used as follows: the
				quadruplicate copy for attachment to the insured's policy, the quintuplicate
				copy for the file of the agent or producer of record, and the sextuplicate copy
				for the insurer's file.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.091(2)
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.05, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.007 - Policy Verification

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Pursuant to Section
				   320.02(5),
				  F.S., owners of motor vehicles defined in Section
				   627.732, F.S. must provide proof
				  of personal injury protection benefits and property damage liability insurance
				  when registering their vehicle for use on the public highways. The Motor
				  Vehicle Insurance Reform Act of 1988 requires the Department to adopt rules and
				  regulations to implement those laws. The Department shall check to see that
				  each owner of a vehicle coming under the act is covered by personal injury
				  protection benefits and property damage liability insurance as required under
				  Sections  627.733 and
				   324.022, F.S. The Department
				  shall check accident reports to see that each owner of a vehicle subject to the
				  act is protected by personal injury protection benefits and property damage
				  liability insurance.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.031,
					 627.733,
					 320.02(5),
					 324.151
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.07, Amended 12-11-89,
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.008 - Notice of Cancellation or Termination (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.031,
					 627.733,
					 320.0(4),
					 627.734
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.08, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.009 - Insurance Binders for the Purpose of Vehicle Registration (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.021,
					 324.031,
					 320.02(5)
					 FS.
New 5-23-78, Formerly 15A-3.09, Amended 12-11-89, 3-25-93,
					 Repealed 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.012 - Notice of Cancellation, Renewal or Nonrenewal and Notice of Issuance

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Florida authorized or eligible motor vehicle liability
				  insurers delivering or issuing for delivery coverage which provides personal
				  injury protection and property damage liability shall report to the Department
				  in the manner specified in the Procedures Manual for Implementation of the
				  Motor Vehicle Insurance Reform Act of 1988, hereby incorporated by reference. A
				  copy of the manual can be obtained from the Division of Administrative
				  Services, Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Rulemaking Authority
					 627.736(9)(a)
					 FS. Law Implemented 627.7275,
					 627.736(9)(a)
					 FS.
New 3-27-89, Amended
					 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.013 - Reports of Accidents, Suspension of Licenses and Registrations

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Any motor vehicle accident which results in death or personal
				  injury, which involves a violation of willfully leaving the scene of an
				  accident pursuant to Section
				   316.027(2)  or
				   316.061(1),
				  F.S., or which involves a violation of driving under the influence pursuant to
				  Section  316.193, F.S., shall be reported
				  to the Department by the investigating law enforcement officer. The
				  investigating officer may, in the officer's discretion, report any accident
				  which requires a wrecker to remove a vehicle from the scene of the accident.
				  Accidents meeting these reporting requirements shall be on a form specified in
				  Section  316.068, F.S. A minimum of 30
				  days after receipt of an accident report meeting these conditions, the
				  Department shall take action to suspend the driver license of each resident
				  operator and all registrations of the owner of the vehicles, whether or not
				  involved in the reported accident. In the case of a nonresident owner or
				  operator, the Department shall take action to suspend the nonresident's
				  operating privilege in this state. Suspension shall be effected 30 days after
				  due notice and opportunity to be heard if not found by the Department to be
				  exempt from the operation of this chapter based upon evidence furnished to the
				  Department pursuant to exceptions set forth in Section
				   324.051(2)(b),
				  F.S.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.051
					 FS.
New 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.014 - Security Deposited with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Security deposited pursuant to the provisions of Section
				  324.051(2)(a)4., F.S., with respect to claims for injuries to persons or
				  properties resulting from an accident occurring prior to such deposit, shall be
				  in the form and amount determined by the Department which, in its judgment,
				  will be sufficient to compensate for all injuries arising out of such accident,
				  but in no case shall the amount be greater than the limits as specified in
				  Section  324.021(7),
				  F.S.
(1) Security required to be
				deposited based on properties damaged as a result of a motor vehicle accident
				is based upon the estimate of damage made by the investigating officer at the
				time of the accident. This amount is adjustable upon receipt of documentary
				evidence furnished the Department to indicate a greater or lesser amount of
				property damage. Such evidence may be in the form of estimates of repair from
				body repair shops, loss reports, or subrogation reports from fire and casualty
				insurance companies.
(2) Security
				required to be deposited based on bodily injury to persons are based upon
				insurance actuarial amounts.
(a) Fatalities,
				either at the time of the accident upon arrival of the investigating officer,
				or within a twelve month period as a result of the accident: $10, 000 per
				person per accident.
(b)
				Incapacitating injury, visible signs of injury as bleeding wounds, distorted
				bodily members, or had to be carried from the scene of the accident: $1, 000
				per person per accident.
(c)
				Nonincapacitating injury indicated by visible signs of injury such as bruises,
				abrasions, swelling, or limping: $300 per person per accident.
(d) Possible injury, no visible sign of
				injury, but complaint of pain or momentary unconsciousness: $100 per person per
				accident.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.015 - Reinstatement Fees

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Any operator or owner whose driver's license or registration
				  has been suspended pursuant to Section
				   627.733 or
				   316.646, F.S., may effect its
				  reinstatement upon compliance with the requirements of this section and upon
				  payment to the Department of a nonrefundable reinstatement fee of $150, $250 or
				  $500 pursuant to Section
				   627.733(7),
				  F.S. Only one such reinstatement fee shall be paid by any one person
				  irrespective of the number of licenses and registrations to be then reinstated
				  or issued to such person depending upon the reason and under which statute
				  suspension was issued. Any operator or owner whose driver's license or
				  registration has been suspended pursuant to Section
				   324.051(2),
				   324.072,
				   324.081 or
				   324.121, F.S., may effect its
				  reinstatement upon compliance with the provisions of Section 324.051(2)(a)3.,
				  4. or 5. or  324.081(3) or
				  (4), F.S., as the case may be, and with one
				  of the provisions of Section
				   324.031, F.S., and upon payment
				  to the Department of a nonrefundable reinstatement fee in the amount of fifteen
				  ($15) dollars. Only one such reinstatement fee shall be paid by any one person
				  irrespective of the number of licenses and registrations to be then reinstated
				  or issued to such person depending upon the reason and under which statute
				  suspension was issued. When the reinstatement of any driver's license or motor
				  vehicle registration is effected by compliance with Section 324.051(2)(a)3., 4.
				  or 5.,  324.072,
				   324.081(3) or
				  (4),
				   324.121,
				   627.733 or
				   316.646, F.S., the Department
				  shall not renew the license or registration within a period of three years from
				  such reinstatement, nor shall any other license or registration be issued in
				  the name of such person, unless the person continues to comply with one of the
				  provisions of Section
				   324.031 or
				   627.733, F.S.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.071,
					 627.733,
					 316.646,
					 324.051
					 FS.
New 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-3 - BUREAU OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW › Section 15A-3.016 - Vehicle License Plate Seizure

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Effective October 1, 1989, law enforcement officers are
				  authorized to seize vehicle license plates pursuant to Sections
				   324.201 and
				   627.733(7),
				  F.S., requires that one-third of the driver license reinstatement fee shall be
				  distributed to the local government entity or state agency that employed the
				  officer who seized a license plate under the authority of Section
				   324.201, F.S.
Rulemaking Authority
					 324.042 FS. Law Implemented
					 324.201,
					 627.733
					 FS.
New 3-25-93.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.001 - Purpose

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
These guidelines are used by the Medical Advisory Board of
				  the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for the purpose of guiding
				  the Board's determination and assessment of the mental, physical or emotional
				  disabilities affecting the ability of a person to safely operate a motor
				  vehicle in those cases submitted to the Board for its review and
				  recommendation. These guidelines shall not be construed as limiting the
				  exercise of the Board's discretion in recommending its position to the
				  Department on any particular case, which shall be based upon the professional
				  judgment of the members.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(3),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented 322.05(7),
					 322.125(1),
					 (2),
					 322.126(1),
					 322.221(2)(c),
					 120.62
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Formerly
					 15A-5.01.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.0010 - Definitions

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Alcohol - Any substance containing
				one-half of one percent or more alcohol by volume including ethanol, methanol,
				propanol, isopropanol, non-alcoholic beer or wine, and over the counter
				products.
(2) Administrative
				Hearing - A proceeding before a panel pursuant to Chapters 120 and 322,
				F.S.
(3) Applicant - An individual
				applying for a Florida driver license.
(4) Chairman - A licensed doctor of medicine
				who is employed by the Department and serves as the administrative officer of
				the Board.
(5) Deficit - Any
				impairment of physical or mental function that could affect an applicant or
				licensed driver's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
(6) Denial - When a driving privilege is
				withheld for a specific period of time or indefinitely.
(7) Department - The Department of Highway
				Safety and Motor Vehicles acting directly or through its duly authorized
				representatives.
(8) Disorder - Any
				physical or mental condition that can cause deficits.
(9) Driver License - Has the same meaning as
				set forth in Section  322.01, F.S.
(10) Drugs - Any drug classified as a
				controlled substance under Title 21 U.S.C. s.
				802(6) (2017),
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09604
,
				herein incorporated by reference effective 07/18,
				Title 21 C.F.R. ss.
				1308.11 -
				1308.15 (04/01/2017 edition),
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09613
,
				herein incorporated by reference effective 07/18, or Chapter 893,
				F.S.
(11) Executive Director - The
				Executive Director of the Department of Highway Safety and Motor
				Vehicles.
(12) Extended Driving
				Test - Three driving tests given consecutively with the same
				examiner/agent.
(13) Eye Specialist
				- A licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist.
(14) Final Order - A written final decision
				by the Executive Director, or designee, that is the result of a proceeding
				pursuant to Chapters 120 and 322, F.S.
(15) Medical Advisory Board (Board) - Has the
				same meaning as set forth in Section
				 322.125, F.S.
(16) Motor Vehicle - Has the same meaning as
				set forth in Section  322.01, F.S.
(17) Panel - A group of Department employees
				and members of the Board designated to conduct any proceeding authorized by
				this rule.
(18) Recommended Order -
				The official recommendation of a panel for the final disposition of a
				proceeding under Chapters 120 and 322, F.S.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02,
					 322.125 FS. Law Implemented
					 120.52,
					 120.80,
					 322.01,
					 322.08,
					 322.125,
					 322.126
					 FS.
New 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.0011 - Functions and Responsibilities (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(3),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented 322.05(7),
					 322.125,
					 322.126,
					 322.221(2)(c),
					 120.62
					 FS.
New 6-27-82, Amended 7-29-84, 1-28-85, Formerly
					  15A-5.011, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.002 - Report of Deficit or Disorder to the Department

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
A report neccessitating the review of an applicant or
				  licensed driver's physical or mental ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
				  may come to the attention of the Department as the result of the:
(1) Receipt by the Department of a motor
				vehicle crash report indicating that a possible cause of the crash was a
				driver's physical or mental deficit.
(2) Receipt by the Department of a
				Medical/Re-Exam Referral Form, HSMV 72419, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09592
,
				herein incorporated by reference, indicating that the applicant or licensed
				driver has previously suffered from epilepsy or dizzy spells, been addicted to
				drugs or alcohol, or suffered from any other physical or mental deficit or
				disorder. Questions as to the applicant or licensed driver's mental or physical
				ability to safely operate a motor vehicle will be based upon questions posed
				and/or observations made by the examiner in accordance with the September 2009
				National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Driver Fitness Medical
				Guidelines,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09605
,
				herein incorporated by reference effective 07/18. Copies of the form and the
				guidelines are available on the Department's website.
(3) Receipt by the Department of a report
				submitted pursuant to section
				 322.126, F.S. This information
				may be submitted on a Medical Referral Form, HSMV 72190, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09593
,
				or Medical Referral Form (Spanish), HSMV 72190 SP, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09598
,
				herein incorporated by reference. Copies of the forms are available on the
				Department's website.
(4) Receipt
				by the Department of a request for reconsideration as provided by rule
				 15A-5.0022,
				F.A.C.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c),
					  120.62,
					  120.53(1)(c) 
					 FS.
New 6-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Amended 7-29-84, 1-28-85,
					 Formerly 15A-5.02, Amended 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.0022 - Administrative Hearing Procedures

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Following
				the Department's decision to deny a driving privilege, or to revoke, suspend,
				or cancel a driver license, an applicant or licensed driver may file a written
				request for a hearing pursuant to Section
				 322.222, F.S., and Rule
				 15A-1.0195, F.A.C., or appeal
				the decision to the circuit court pursuant to Section
				 322.31, F.S. All requests for a
				hearing must be filed with the Bureau of Motorist Compliance, Medical Review
				section, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, Neil Kirkman Building, MS 86, Tallahassee,
				Florida 32399-0500. The request may be submitted by regular United States mail
				or by personal delivery. The request must contain the following: the name,
				address, email address if available, daytime telephone number, and signature of
				the person filing the request; the name, date of birth, and driver license
				number of the party on whose behalf the request is filed; and a copy of the
				Order of License Revocation, Suspension, or Cancellation at issue. All parties
				or their attorneys must promptly notify the Medical Review Section or the panel
				in writing of any changes to their contact information.
(2)
(a) A
				request for a hearing must be filed within 30 days after receipt of written
				notice of the Department's decision. Any person who receives written notice of
				the Department's decision and fails to timely file a request for a hearing
				waives the right to request a hearing on such matters.
(b) For good cause shown, the Department may
				grant an extension of time for filing a request for a hearing. A request for an
				extension of time must be filed with the Medical Review Section prior to the
				deadline for filing a request for hearing. For purposes of this section, good
				cause means extraordinary circumstances beyond the control of the applicant or
				licensed driver or his or her attorney that prevented the party from filing a
				timely request for a hearing.
(c) A
				timely request for extension of time will toll the running of the time period
				for filing a request for a hearing until such time as the request for extension
				of time is acted upon.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.003 - Seizure Disorders (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.20(3),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented 322.05(7),
					 322.125(1),
					 (2),
					 322.126(1),
					 120.62
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.03, Repealed
					 8-5-12.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.004 - Seizures

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Applicants or licensed drivers must be
				seizure free for a period of two years before having their license issued or
				reinstated, but may apply at the end of six months to be reconsided by the
				Board for issuance or reinstatement if they are under regular medical
				supervision and seizure free. Applicants or licensed drivers with "petit mal,"
				absence seizures, and partial seizures with complex symptomatology will also be
				subject to these guidelines. An applicant or licensed driver with an isolated
				seizure with a normal electroencephalogram may be reconsidered by the Board at
				the end of three months. Applicants or licensed drivers must present a Medical
				Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09594
,
				herein incorporated by reference, from their treating physician. A copy of the
				form is available on the Department's website.
(2) Applicants or licensed drivers who have
				been approved for license issuance or reinstatement after being seizure free
				for six months may be required to submit follow-up medical information at
				periodic intervals as recommended by the Board.
(3) Applicants or licensed drivers who have
				had chronic recurring seizures (or have been treated for such for one year) and
				who have anti-epileptic medications discontinued will not be licensed to drive
				during the period of drug withdrawal and for a period of three months following
				complete cessation of treatment. If the applicant or licensed driver has
				seizures during this withdrawal period, licensing may be considered after a
				three-month seizure free interval or upon return to adequate therapy.
(4) If there is a question about the seizure
				type or the medication the applicant or licensed driver is prescribed, it is
				the prerogative of the Board to question the physician further to clarify the
				nature of the seizures.
(5) Blood
				levels below therapeutic levels are to be considered on an individual
				basis.
(6) Applicants or licensed
				drivers with only non-epileptic seizures or chronic nocturnal seizures will be
				considered on an individual basis.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c) 
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.04, Amended
					 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.005 - Loss of Consciousness

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1)
				Recommendations by the Board as to whether an applicant or licensed driver who
				suffers from loss of consciousness can safely operate a motor vehicle will
				depend upon consideration of the Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18,
				incorporated by reference in Rule
				 15A-5.004, F.A.C., and Loss of
				Consciousness Follow-Up Form, HSMV 72117, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09590
,
				herein incorporated by reference, from their treating physician indicating the
				cause of the loss of consciousness.
Copies of the forms are available on the Department's
				  website.
(2) Applicants or
				licensed drivers who may have experienced a loss of consciousness as a result
				of hypoglycemia must provide a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18,
				incorporated by reference in Rule
				 15A-5.004, F.A.C., and/or
				Diabetes/Hypoglycemia Follow-Up Form, HSMV 72112, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09589
,
				herein incorporated by reference, from their treating physician for
				consideration by the Board. If the hypoglycemic episode resulted in a motor
				vehicle crash, the applicant or licensed driver must present a Diabetes Form,
				HSMV 72118, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09588
,
				herein incorporated by reference, from their treating physician. Copies of the
				forms are available on the Department's website.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c) 
					 FS.
New 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.05, Amended
					 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.006 - Cardiovascular Deficits

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Applicants or licensed drivers who experience cardiovascular
				  deficits must present a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18,
				  incorporated by reference in Rule
				   15A-5.004, F.A.C., from their
				  treating physician indicating their physical ability to safely operate a motor
				  vehicle. A copy of the form is available on the Department's
				  website.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c) 
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.06, Amended
					 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.007 - Diabetes Mellitus (Repealed)

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(3),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented 322.05(7),
					 322.125(1),
					 (2),
					 322.126(1),
					 322.221(2)(c),
					 120.62
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Formerly 15A-5.007, Repealed
					 6-27-82.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.008 - Deficits of Memory or Judgment

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
Applicants or licensed drivers who suffer from deficits of
				  memory or judgment must present a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18,
				  incorporated by reference in Rule
				   15A-5.004, F.A.C., from their
				  treating physician indicating their physical and mental ability to safely
				  operate a motor vehicle. A copy of the form is available on the Department's
				  website.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c) 
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.08, Amended
					 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.009 - Musculoskeletal and Neuromuscular Disorders

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Applicants
				or licensed drivers with static musculoskeletal or static neuromuscular
				disorders who demonstrate that they can safely operate a motor vehicle with or
				without the use of aids and devices based on an examination or reexamination as
				outlined in Rule  15A-5.0021, F.A.C., may be
				required to submit a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18, incorporated
				by reference in Rule  15A-5.004, F.A.C., for review by
				the Board. Applicants or licensed drivers may be exempted from further reviews
				since these conditions are static and not likely to progress. A copy of the
				form is available on the Department's website.
(2) Applicants or licensed drivers with
				progressive musculoskeletal and progressive neuromuscular disorders will be
				required to submit a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18, incorporated
				by reference in Rule  15A-5.004, F.A.C., from their
				treating physician indicating they have the mental and physical ability to
				safely operate a motor vehicle. These applicants or licensed drivers must
				provide periodic follow-up medical information as recommended by the Board due
				to the progressive nature of these disorders. They may also be required by the
				Board to take an examination or reexamination as outlined in Rule
				 15A-5.0021, F.A.C. A copy of the
				form is available on the Department's website.
Rulemaking Authority
					 322.02(6),
					 322.125(7),
					 322.126(1) FS.
					 Law Implemented  322.05(7),
					 (10),
					  322.125(1), (2),
					 (3),
					  322.126(1),
					  322.221(2)(c) 
					 FS.
New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.09, Amended
					 7-31-18.
Florida Administrative Code › 15 - DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES › 15A - Division of Driver Licenses › Chapter 15A-5 - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD GUIDELINES › Section 15A-5.010 - Severe Mental Disorders

Current through Reg. 50, No. 138; July 16, 2024
(1) Applicants
				or licensed drivers who have been adjudged incompetent will not be considered
				capable of safely operating a motor vehicle unless their competency has been
				judicially restored.
(2) Applicants
				or licensed drivers who have suffered from severe mental disorders that have
				required hospitalization or treatment for six months or more must present a
				Mental Status Examination Form, HSMV 72481, effective 07/18,
http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-09595
,
				herein incorporated by reference, from a licensed psychiatrist of their mental
				ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. A copy of the form is available on
				the Department's website. Mental disorders may include:
(a) Acute and/or chronic psychotic
				reaction;
(b) Personality disorders
				that manifest violent or aggressive behavior;
(c) Other serious mental disorders that
				interfere with judgment or reaction time.