HAR §19-122-359. # §19-122-358 Vision test; restrictions for categories 1, 2, and 3

With or without correction: (1) The applicant with visual acuity of 20/40 or better in each eye and whose horizontal visual field is 140 degrees or more using both eyes shall have no restriction; (2) The applicant with visual acuity of 20/40 or better in each eye and whose horizontal visual field is 70-139 degrees using both eyes shall have a restriction for outside rear view mirrors; (3) The applicant with visual acuity of 20/40 or better in only one eye and whose horizontal visual field is 70 degrees or more in the better eye shall have a restriction for outside rear view mirrors; and (4) The applicant using corrective lenses shall be restricted to operating a vehicle only when corrective lenses are worn. [Eff and comp 5/2/08; comp 7/29/10; comp 10/14/11; comp 1/17/14; am and comp 11/4/16; comp JUL 19 2021] (Auth: §§286-18, 286-103) (Imp: §286-103) # §19-122-359 Requirement to submit medical report. (a) A person who has experienced any of the following physical or medical conditions, and who is applying for or renewing a driver's license or who is requested by the examiner of drivers to obtain a medical examination, must submit a written medical report describing the condition and its effect on the person's ability to operate a motor vehicle safely: (1) Any person who experiences a lapse of consciousness occurring within the last two years as a result of a condition which can cause a lapse of consciousness, including, without limitation, epilepsy, diabetes, frequently reoccurring fainting or dizzy spells caused by major medical problems and major head injuries or any other injuries or conditions resulting in lapses of 122-59 3407 §19-122-359 consciousness; (2) Any person having a cardiovascular condition or related condition occurring within the last two years which may interfere with the ability of the person to operate a motor vehicle safely, including, without limitation, myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, coronary insufficiency, thrombosis or any other cardiovascular disease of a variety known to be accompanied by syncope, dyspnea, collapse or congestive cardiac failure; (3) Any person who has a mental, nervous or functional disease or psychiatric disorder, which is likely to interfere with the person's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; (4) Any person who has an established medical history or clinical diagnosis of rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular or vascular disease which may interfere with the ability to control and safely operate a motor vehicle; (5) Any person who has an established medical or clinical diagnosis of chronic alcoholism or drug addiction; (6) Any applicant who fails the vision test as set forth in section 19-122-356; and (7) Any person who the examiner of drivers has reasonable cause to believe has a medical condition which may interfere with the safe operation of a motor vehicle. (b) The completed medical report must indicate whether the condition of the applicant and any medication prescribed for the applicant would affect the applicant's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. (c) The medical report is valid for no more than six months from the date of the physical or mental examination, unless the medical advisory board recommends a more current report. (d) The examiner of drivers may use the results 122-60 §19-122-360 of any physical or mental examinations or reports only to determine the physical or mental competency of the person for the purpose of revoking, suspending, allowing a voluntary surrender and canceling, denying or issuing a driver's license or permit. This information is privileged and may be released only to the person examined, to the medical advisory board, to the attorney or other authorized persons of the person examined, pursuant to a court order or to the hearing officer upon the person's written request for a hearing. [Eff and comp 5/2/08; comp 7/29/10; comp 10/14/11; comp 1/17/14; am and comp 11/4/16; comp JUL 19 2021] (Auth: §§286-4.1, 286-18, 286-103, 286-107) (Imp: §§286-103, 286-107)