Can you drive if you have focal aware seizures?

You are allowed to drive when you have been seizure free for at least 12 months. The 12 month seizure-free period applies from the date of your most recent seizure. Seizures that don’t affect your awareness are often called simple partial or focal aware seizures.

Can you drive if you have simple partial seizures?

Some states will license people with seizure disorders if they only have seizures during sleep (nocturnal epilepsy), or if they have simple partial seizures in which they remain aware and able to drive safely. Some people have a long aura (or warning) before a seizure, allowing them to pull safely off the road.

Can someone with epilepsy drive a car?

To drive, you must meet all normal driving requirements and must have been completely free of seizures for one year, with or without taking anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs). Different regulations may apply if your seizures do not affect your consciousness (see below).

How long do you have to wait to drive after a seizure?

In most states, you must be seizure-free for anywhere from 6 months to a year before you’ll be allowed to drive. To reach that milestone, honestly discuss your seizures with your doctor and work with them to find the right treatment.

How do you get clear to drive after a seizure?

Physician certification of fitness to drive must be submitted. An individual who experiences a seizure must discontinue driving and undergo a medical examination to determine whether they are able to safely operate a motor vehicle. Periodic medical updates are required by the DMV.

Why can’t I drive for 6 months after seizure?

If you have seizures that alter your awareness, consciousness, or muscle control, you may not have the legal right to drive. Laws vary from state to state, but in many cases you have to be seizure-free for at least 6 months to 1 year before you can get a driver’s license.

Can you still drive if you have seizures?

Topic Overview. If you have seizures that alter your awareness, consciousness, or muscle control, you may not have the legal right to drive. Laws vary from state to state, but in many cases you have to be seizure-free for at least 6 months to 1 year before you can get a driver’s license.

How long can you not drive after having a seizure?

Can you get a driver’s license with epilepsy?

If you have only ever had asleep seizures (and have never had an awake seizure), once this pattern of only asleep seizures has been seen for one year, you can apply for a Group 1 licence even if you still have these seizures. If you then have an awake seizure, you will need to stop driving and tell the driving agency.

Can you drive if you have a history of seizures?

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