DMV Substance Abuse Evaluation

Vehicle Code Sections 12806 and 12809 authorize the department to refuse to issue or renew a driver license to an individual who is incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle for reasons relating to physical or mental conditions. Vehicle Code Section 12814 permits the department to administer certain tests and perform a reexamination upon renewal of a license.

Vehicle Code Section 13800 allows the department to make an investigation and perform a reexamination of a driver. Vehicle Code Section 12818 authorizes priority reexamination of a driver for reasons relating to a physical or mental condition which impairs the driving ability, and Section 13953 permits immediate suspension or revocation of the license. Vehicle Code Section 13359 authorizes the department to suspend or revoke a driver license on any grounds pertaining to refusal of license. The fee for the evaluation is $100.