Referring an Unsafe Driver to DMV
Mobility
is central to independence and the preservation of ones
dignity. At some point it may be necessary for relatives,
friends, law enforcement or social service providers to
report an unsafe driver to DMV. The Driver Evaluation Request
form (# 6066) can be downloaded from DMVs
website or obtained from a local field office. You can
request that your name be kept confidentia; however, the
form requires your name, address and an original signature.
When filling out the form,
be as thorough as possible. Describe any medical conditions
that interfere with driving, as well as any unsafe driving
behaviors that you have observed. If possible, recount how
driving ability has declined over time or as a medical condition
has progressed.
Based on the information provided,
DMV may require the person to get a current medical exam
or the driver may be contacted for re-testing. Depending
on test results, DMV will determine whether or not the person
may continue to drive (with or without restrictions) or
whether the person should stop driving.
Helping the Retiring Driver
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