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Oregon · Through 2025 Edition

ORS 807.359: Special limited vision condition learner’s permit.

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  1. 19 - Utilities, Vehicle Code, Watercraft, Aviation
  2. 59. Oregon Vehicle Code
  3. Chapter 807 — Driving Privileges and Identification Cards

(1) A person with a limited vision condition may apply for a special limited vision condition learner’s permit if the person:

      (a) Is examined by a licensed vision specialist who determines that the person:

      (A) Has no ocular diagnosis or prognosis that may result in deterioration of the person’s corrected vision below a 20/200 level of visual acuity;

      (B) Has a visual field of at least 120 degrees horizontally and 80 degrees vertically; and

      (C) Would be aided by using a bioptic telescopic lens when operating a motor vehicle;

      (b) Is fitted by the licensed vision specialist with a bioptic telescopic lens mounted on the carrier lens;

      (c) Submits to the Department of Transportation a report from the licensed vision specialist certifying that the person meets the requirements of this subsection;

      (d) Submits proof to the department that the person is enrolled in a rehabilitation training program; and

      (e) Takes the test described under ORS 807.070 (2).

      (2) The department shall issue a special limited vision condition learner’s permit to a person who meets the requirements of subsection (1) of this section upon application and payment of the fee under ORS 807.370.

      (3) If the department issues a special limited vision condition learner’s permit to a person under subsection (2) of this section, the department shall send the permit to the rehabilitation training program in which the person is enrolled.

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