Driver reexamination recall — Nebraska Permit Test

Driver reexamination recall on the Nebraska permit test — 4 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

Law enforcement officials, physicians or others concerned about a person's ability to drive safely may ask the DMV to recall that person for reexamination.

A driver losing sight or memory may not notice it, so others who see the danger need a way to raise it.

Nebraska law allows law enforcement officials, physicians or others who are concerned about a person’s capability to operate a motor vehicle safely to request the DMV to “recall” the individual for reexamination.

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, p.15

A recalled driver is notified by letter to appear at a set office, date and time to retake the written and driving tests.

Testing again shows whether a driver can still handle the road before they hurt someone at a crossing or turn.

The recalled individual will be notified via letter to appear at a specific driver licensing office on a certain date and time to retake the written and driving tests.

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, p.15

A recalled driver must also provide a licensed physician's statement on their medical history as it affects driving and a vision statement from an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

A health problem like seizures or failing eyes can cause a crash that no driving test on a good day would reveal.

Recalled applicants will also be required to furnish a statement by a licensed physician regarding medical history as it pertains to driving ability.

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, p.15

A recalled driver who fails to report, fails to submit the medical or vision statement, or fails the written and drive tests has their license canceled.

If ignoring the letter carried no cost, an unsafe driver could simply stay home and keep driving.

Failure to report for an examination or to submit the required medical or vision statement or to pass required written and drive tests, will result in the license being cancelled.

Nebraska Driver’s Manual, p.15

On the test

What may police, doctors or others worried about a person's driving ask the DMV to do?

Recall the person for reexamination. A driver losing sight or memory may not notice it, so others who see the danger need a way to raise it. Nebraska Driver’s Manual, p.15: “Nebraska law allows law enforcement officials, physicians or others who are concerned about a person’s capability to operate a motor vehicle safely to request the DMV to “recall” the individual for reexamination.”

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against Nebraska Driver’s Manual, published by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-10-04.