DL renewal

[dogtag69]

Smoked most of my life now being put on oxygen I have one of these batt powered oxygen machines along with the tanks I was wondering if you can renew your DL in Texas if you are on oxygen. Thanks
O I quit smoking 7 years ago

 

[Jeepnik]

Call what ever passes for the DMV in Texas. They likely would have the answer. Just thinkin'.

 

[chm270]

Can't you last a half hour without it and get your renewal?
Why risk being denied??

 

[Jeepnik]

Hmm, looks like grounds for an ADA lawsuit if refused.

 

[Rook]

I just renewed my Tennessee drivers license on the Internet. I would think that you could do the same thing in Texas. Just check their website.

 

[RSIno1]

As long as you are not prone to passing out you should be OK. Your doctor can screw up a DL license renewal if he feels you have a condition that would make it unsafe for you to drive. You're probably eligible for handicapped plates so you can park closer and reduce the hike to the store.

 

[arfmel]

A person using portable oxygen is elegible for a handicapped parking tag in Texas, so presumably the use of portable oxygen doesn’t necessarily prevent you from getting a driver license:

“The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who:
cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest
cannot walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device
are severely restricted by lung disease
use portable oxygen...”

Source:

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/texas-driving-laws-seniors-older-drivers.html

 

[eveled]

You don’t have to be the driver to get a handicap tag. Blindness for example makes you eligible for a tag but you cannot drive.

 

[Fox Mike]

Google the Texas MVA. They have a list of limitations on their site.