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Idaho Statutes Title 49. Motor Vehicles § 49-317. Restricted driver's licenses

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) The department, upon issuing a driver's license, shall have authority whenever good cause appears to impose restrictions suitable to the licensee's driving ability with respect to:

(a) The type of or special mechanical control devices required or not permitted on a motor vehicle which the licensee may operate;

(b) Medical variances as determined by the federal motor carrier safety administration; or

(c) Other restrictions applicable to the licensee as the department may determine to be appropriate to assure the safe operation of a motor vehicle by the licensee.

(2) The department may either issue a special restricted driver's license or may set forth restrictions upon the usual driver's license form.

(3) The department shall, upon receiving satisfactory evidence of any violation of the restrictions of a driver's license, suspend the driver's license or privileges for a period of thirty (30) days but the licensee shall be entitled to a hearing as provided in section 49-326, Idaho Code.

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