Driver safety info

Many individuals are referred to the Driver Safety District office for various reasons.  Some of the most common reasons include:

  • An individual experiences a stroke, requires surgery for vision issues, or faces other medical conditions such as fainting.
  • A law enforcement officer reports someone for reexamination due to involvement in a traffic collision or erratic driving behavior.
  • A family member or concerned citizen reports an individual due to worries about their ability to drive safely.
  • An individual repeatedly fails the DMV written test and subsequently fails the regular DMV driving test.

After being referred to the Driver Safety District Office, the typical process is as follows:

  • A DMV hearing officer will conduct a hearing to review your case – usually over the phone.
  • The hearing officer will frequently advise you to enroll in a professional driving school for remedial lessons and to prepare for a Special Drive Test.
  • Be ready to answer questions about any medications you are currently taking.

To schedule training

Before taking remedial lessons, you must acquire a “Special Instruction Permit” from Driver Safety.  You can obtain this permit yourself, or the driving school can secure it for you.

Steps to get started

  1. Complete an Application:  Start by filling out an  application to begin the process.
  2. Driver Safety correspondence: The driving school will then draft a letter to the Driver Safety District office, informing them of our commitment to help you improve your driving skills and requesting a Special Instruction Permit on your behalf. Please allow 3-4 weeks for the DMV to respond.
  3. Receive the Permit: Once you receive the Special Instruction Permit, we can schedule your first lesson.
  4. Prepare for the Test: Your instructor will inform you when you are ready to PASS the DMV test.
  5. Request a Special Drive Test: The driving school can also prepare a request for a Special Drive Test appointment with the Driver Safety District office. This typically takes a few additional weeks, and you can specify your preferred DMV location.
  6. Pass the Test: If you pass the Special Drive Test, you will receive a letter within a week confirming your success. Take this letter to your local DMV office to obtain your reinstated driver’s license.

We recognize that each case is unique.  Please call us if you have any questions.

For a Special Drive Test Preparation, click here.