Renewal Cycle
4-year renewal cycle (mail-in every other cycle, if qualified)
Tests
Vision test and medical report required.
Vision Tests
Minimum acuity 20/40 in better eye. Bioptic telescopes permitted to meet acuity standard: 20/40 through telescopes, 20/120 through carrier, 130E visual field.
Special Requirements
Vision test and medical report required to renew by mail at age 70.
Accelerated Renewal
none
OtherProvisions
none
DMV Website
http://www.dmvnv.com/
AARP Driver Safety Courses: as car features and driving laws change, this is an effective way to polish up on defensive driving techniques. Visit AARP's website to find a senior driver safety course near you.
If you are having difficulty addressing safe driving with your parents or grandparents or senior loved one, know that you are not the first to have this challenge. We share the humor of South Park with you from this television show's episode, called "Grey Dawn".
Geriatric Care Managers: you may want a third-party senior care professional to assist you with addressing the issue of driving with your senior loved one. Geriatric Care Managers (GCM's) are trained in how to manage issues around aging with seniors and their family members to achieve a positive outcome.
