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(a) For purposes of this section, “relative” means the applicant's grandparent, parent, sibling, or legal guardian, including adoptive, half, step, and in-law relationships.
(b) Notwithstanding any provisions ofsection 171.04, relating to the age of an applicant, the commissioner may issue a driver's license to a person who has attained the age of 15 years but is under the age of 16 years, who, except for age, is qualified to hold a driver's license and who needs to operate a motor vehicle because of:
(1) personal medical reasons;
(2) medical reasons of a relative; or
(3) a disabled relative who has a disability that makes it difficult to drive or who does not have a driver's license due to a disability.
(c) The applicant is not required to comply with the six-month instruction permit possession provisions ofsections 171.04, subdivision 1, clause (2), and171.05, subdivision 2a, or with the 12-month provisional license possession provision ofsection 171.04, subdivision 1, clause (1), item (i).
(d) Applicants must apply to the commissioner for the license on forms prescribed by the commissioner. The application must be accompanied by written verified statements from the applicant's relative or a doctor setting forth the reason the applicant is qualified for the license. The commissioner in issuing such license may impose such conditions and limitations as in the commissioner's judgment are necessary to the interests of the public safety and welfare.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Minnesota Statutes Transportation (Ch. 160-174A) § 171.042. Driver's license for medical reason - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mn/transportation-ch-160-174a/mn-st-sect-171-042/
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