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Assessments Assessments

Susan MynsbergeSenior Analyst, MDOS

The Michigan Department of State’s mission is to continually improve customer service using innovation and new technology. The Department serves the citizens of Michigan with programs designed to enhance driver safety; protect automotive consumers; and ensure the integrity of the motor vehicle administration system and the statewide elections process.

Department’s Role

Accomplishments

Tiered Assessment Process

Current Initiatives

AgendaAgenda

Organization ChartOrganization Chart

Secretary of State, Terri Lynn Land

Brian DeBano, CEO

Customer Services Administration

Bureau of Driver and Vehicle Records

Bureau of Branch Office Services

Legal and Regulatory Services Administration

Bureau of Regulatory Services

Driver Programs Division

Driver Assessment and Appeals Division

Department Services Administration

Driver Safety AccomplishmentsDriver Safety Accomplishments

“Driving for Life”Mobile Branch OfficeCollaboration with Rehabilitation Agencies Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission “The Pump Guide”

Department’s GoalDepartment’s Goal

The Department of State’s goal is to help

maintain a person’s driving privilege for as

long as possible while keeping safe and

qualified drivers using Michigan roadways.

Licensed Michigan Drivers: <16-24 1,129,937 25-34 1,216,505 35-44 1,395,254 45-54 1,428,888 55-64 1,017,356 65-74 581,564 75-84 377,215 85-94 86,662 95+ 2,241

Total 7,235,622October 2005 DR9235

Report

Michigan DriversMichigan Drivers

81% of Michigan drivers are violation free

88% of Michigan drivers are crash free

Tier 1: License RenewalTier 1: License Renewal

Renewal by Mail

not eligible if– Change in health or physical condition

affecting ability to drive– More than four years since last renewal

Branch Office– Screening– Vision test

Tier 2: Traffic Safety Intervention Tier 2: Traffic Safety Intervention CorrespondenceCorrespondence

54,365

24,315

18,820

12,028

13,681

87,671

Probationary 1st Contact

Probationary 2nd Contact

Post Probationary

Adult 4-7 Points

Adult 8-11 Points

No License

Series1

FY2005

Acquire tickets as a probationary driver

The Secretary of State has reason to believe that a driver cannot drive safely due to a mental or physical condition

Involvement in a fatal crash

Involved in 3 or more “at-fault” crashes within a two-year period

Accumulate 12 points within a two-year period

Violation of restrictions

Tier 3: Referrals for Driver ReexaminationTier 3: Referrals for Driver Reexamination

5,600 Unsatisfactory Driver Records

6,200 Violations of License Restrictions

10,400 Medical Reexaminations

300 Negligent Crash Reexaminations

Adult Driver Referrals for Re-examAdult Driver Referrals for Re-exam

FY2005

National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationTraffic Safety Facts 2000

01

23

45

67

89

10

16 17 18 19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85+

Driver Age (Years)

Fatality Rate per 100 Million Vehicle Miles Traveled

Females All Drivers Males

Crash DriversCrash Drivers

Awareness of physical limitations

Communication with physician

Driving in familiar locations

Driving during the day to avoid rush hours

Mature Driver Self-RegulationMature Driver Self-Regulation

OC-88 Request for Driver EvaluationOC-88 Request for Driver Evaluation

Available at:

Secretary of State branch offices

www.Michigan.gov/sos

Vision Deficiencies Seizure Disorders (loss/impaired level of

consciousness) Observed Unsafe or Erratic Driving Behavior Uncontrollable Shaking/Trembling Anxiety Neurological Diseases (Parkinson’s disease, MS) Dementia (memory loss/confusion) Medical Condition Related to Alcohol or Drug Condition Physical Limitation (stroke, weakness) Mental Condition (schizophrenia, paranoia)

Reasons for ReferralReasons for Referral

Breakdown of OC-88 ReferralsBreakdown of OC-88 Referrals

2915

907

721

29

156

16

130

Law Enforcement

Medical Personnel

Family Members

Courts

Other

Self

Branch

FY2004

Notification by Letter• Date, Time, and Location• Medical and/or Vision Forms

Evaluation• Driver Record - Interview• Medical and/or Vision Statements • Completion of Tests:

VisionRoad sign/Knowledge (Cognitive)Road performance (Functional Ability)

Licensing Controls• None• Restricted (specific times/places, adaptive equipment,

corrective lens)• Suspension or Revocation

Reexamination ProcessReexamination Process

5 out of 10 referred drivers have an acceptable medical condition monitored by future follow-up

2 out of 10 receive limited driving (daylight driving, designated radius) with future follow-up

3 out of 10 drivers are indefinitely suspended pending improved medical condition or driving capability

Mature Driver InterventionMature Driver Intervention

FY2005

Rehabilitation PartnersRehabilitation Partners

Partnered with Agencies Across Michigan

Two Step ProcessRestricted License for TrainingReexamination upon completion of training

Classroom Driver Refresher Course

Measure Driver Knowledge

When to Stop Driving Information

For More Information:• Secretary of State Branch Offices• www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety

AARP Driver Safety ProgramAARP Driver Safety Program

Michigan Department of State BrochureMichigan Department of State Brochure

Alternative

Transportation for

Older Drivers:

Public Transportation

Local Area Agency on Aging

Friends and Family Members

Current InitiativesCurrent Initiatives

Medical Advisory Board - Exploring

Medical and Vision Standards Review

Driving Competency Assessment Tools - Exploring

On-line Defensive Driving Course

Driver Assistance Program