Requirements for Renewal
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States vary in their approach to license renewal for older drivers. Twenty-eight states and the District of Columbia have special provisions in place for older driver’s license renewal. Several states require in-person renewal of a driver’s license in combination with a shorter renewal period for older drivers. In 2012, Maryland extended its license renewal for all drivers from five to eight years; there are currently no special provisions in place for older drivers.
State |
Standard Renewal |
Age-based Requirements |
Illinois |
4 years |
Every 2 years beginning at 81 years; Annually beginning at 87 years |
Iowa |
5 years |
Every 2 years beginning at 70 years; In-person renewal |
Hawaii |
8 years |
Every 2 years beginning at 72 years |
Maryland |
8 years |
None |
New York |
8 years |
None |
Wisconsin |
8 years |
None |
Comparison of Select States License Renewal Frequency
Wisconsin
Older Drivers Would Have To Renew Licenses Every 4-Years
December 10, 2013
Journal Times editorial: Proposal to test senior drivers’ vision is reasonable
Massachusetts
Massachusetts legislature has cut the renewal period for drivers 75 and older in half, to five years, and requires in person renewals, and a vision exam.
Proposed legislation would add a road (or simulated) test for those 85 and up.