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Do you have to take a driving test at 90?
My grandma is still physically and mentally capable, living at home by herself without any major issues. She still wants to drive and has never been in an accident, but I just worry about her safety. Her license renewal is coming up. Does she have to take a driving test at 90?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Due to discriminatory laws regarding ageism, all states but
Illinois
do not require a driving test at 90. In Illinois, you must take a driving test when you turn 75 to renew your license and then yearly once you reach 87-years-old.Despite the lack of a driving test, almost all states mandate eye exams starting between the ages of 65 and 75. In addition, states often require drivers between 65 and 75 (and above) to renew their licenses more frequently, and often in half the time of younger drivers.
Other states give DMV employees the discretion to flag a renewal. After review, this may necessitate a driving test, but only in the following states:
- California
- Kansas
- Nevada
- Wisconsin
All of these vary by state, so check with your local DMV to make sure you get the right information.
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