1. (1) A person who has a physical disability and does not qualify for a motor vehicle operator license may apply for a Mobility Vehicle Permit. To qualify, the applicant shall:

   1. (a) be a U.S. Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident Alien, or U.S. National;
   2. (b) submit an application approved by the Division for a Mobility Vehicle Permit accompanied by the applicants Mobility Vehicle Permit Statement of Disability;
   3. (c) provide acceptable documentation of the individual's identity and citizenship or lawful presence status as established in Utah Admin. Code R708-41;
   4. (d) pay the required application fee;
   5. (e) meet the minimum knowledge test requirement set forth by the Division; and
   6. (f) meet the minimum skills test standards to safely operate an approved Mobility Vehicle.
2. (3) Upon receiving a Mobility Vehicle Permit, a person may operate an approved Mobility Vehicle on a Highway within the restrictions stated on the permit and in compliance with all traffic rules under Title 41 Chapter 6a.
3. (4) The authorization to operate a Mobility Vehicle is subject to Withdrawal, Denial, Suspension, and Revocation of the privilege in accordance with Title 53 Chapter 3 of Utah Code.

4. (5) Upon annual review, the Division shall determine whether:

   1. (a) the vehicle operated by the permit holder continues to meet the requirements provided in this rule;
   2. (b) the applicant has a physical disability as defined in Section 41-6a-1118; and
   3. (c) the issuance of a Mobility Vehicle Permit would not constitute a public safety hazard.

KEY: disability, mobility vehicles, mobility vehicle permits

Date of Last Change: February 25, 2015

Notice of Continuation: October 2, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 41-6a-1118; 53-3-102