The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the government agency granted the power to issue a driving privilege to qualified drivers and to oversee the capacity of existing drivers. What few people understand, however, is the nearly unbridled power the DMV possesses to deny a person the privilege to drive.California Vehicle Code (CVC) section 12806 is a broad section of law that permits the DMV to refuse to issue a new driver license, or refuse to renew an existing driver license, if the person is addicted to or habitually...Continue Reading...
Why is the DMV concerned about a driver’s quality of vision? There is no question that operating a motor vehicle requires the ability of the driver to perform a multitude of complex tasks. Eye/Hand coordination, judgement, awareness and perception are all hallmarks of safe driving.Clearly one of the most critical human senses that affect a person’s ability to drive is vision. One’s ability to clearly see the world as you drive is fundamental. Good vision permits the driver to see and perceive road signs,...Continue Reading...
Why does the DMV suspect I Lack the Skill to Drive? – Throughout their entire driving life, California drivers remain under constant scrutiny by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The California DMV will continually monitor all drivers to ensure they maintain the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Some of the most common reasons for the DMV to suspend a driver license include:Driving Under the InfluenceDeveloping a physical or mental disorderNegligent Operation of a motor vehicleLacking...Continue Reading...
What type of driving tests does the DMV conduct? The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the government entity empowered with ensuring that all new applicants for the California Driver License are properly vetted before they are awarded the privilege to operate motor vehicles in our state. What few people realize, however, is that the DMV is further empowered with the obligation of ensuring that a person who already holds a driver license remains capable of driving as they move their lives.As part of the original examination...Continue Reading...
