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State is taking more Floridians off the road as population ages
The number of Floridians who have had their drivers licenses revoked because they are deemed physically or mentally unfit has more than doubled in the last decade, state figures show. Chief among the reasons many lose driving privileges: problems related to dementia, stroke, seizures and other health conditions.
A longstanding, but little-known Florida law allows anyone to notify the state about motorists with physical or mental conditions that might impact their driving. The reports are confidential but must be in writing, and include the reporter's name and signature. Motorists who see erratic drivers on the road should call the police, officials say.
Last year, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles revoked 7,716 licenses for medical reasons -- compared to 3,559 in 2000.
Read more at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
