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Chicago, IL

I have a question can I drive a car or not I haven't had a seizure for about 5 years wat do u think and u respond to me back please.

December 8, 2015
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Members came together around whether someone seizure-free for 5 years could drive again, with most agreeing it was very likely possible... Read more

Members came together around whether someone seizure-free for 5 years could drive again, with most agreeing it was very likely possible depending on where they lived. Several members shared that driving laws vary widely, ranging from 3 months to 2 years seizure-free depending on the country or state, and that a doctor's letter or neurologist clearance is usually required to bring to the DMV. A recurring theme was the importance of knowing your own body, consulting your doctor first, and balancing personal freedom with responsibility for others on the road.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

MaryDaley go for it, I did and had no problem, I knew when a sz was coming so I pulled over put in park then in 10 seconds back to driving,I even rode my motorcycle to work went on a 7 day trip with it had a good time. I even worked at GM for 30 yrs and had no problem, also was a Electrician, I retired in 08 and now been 15 yrs sz free, and live a normal life the way it should be take care

September 20, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I got a concept for us all...we get to be as human as the rest and work, have family's, drive, marry, birth children, pay for ourselves just like the rest...
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June 28, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Tough question there lol. If its 5 years without one yeah ask your doctors they have the answer i just got an opinion. Yeah i know it gets boring just at home not going anywhere as i do is like we want to be out there and explore. If i was you i wouldn’t touch the steering wheel

October 23, 2025 (edited)
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I believe the criteria calls for being seizure free for 6 months to be able to operate a vehicle but double check first with your local DMV

August 24, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Here in Australia a person needs to be seizure free for 24months.

May 26, 2023

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