Mo. Code Regs. tit. 12 § 10-24.470
Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 21, November 1, 2024.
Section 12 CSR 10-24.470 - Procedure for Obtaining a "J88" Notation on a Drivers License for Deafness or Hard of HearingPURPOSE: This rule establishes the procedures for an individual to obtain a "J88" (Deaf or Hard of Hearing) notation on a drivers license as provided in section 302.174, RSMo.
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(1) An applicant for a drivers license, non-drivers license, or permit may request that a notation be placed on the applicant's license, non-drivers license or permit which indicates that the person is deaf or hard of hearing. For purposes of this rule such notation shall be shown as "J88" on the license or permit document.(2) In order to obtain the "J88" notation an applicant at the time of application for an initial, renewal or duplicate license, non-drivers license or permit shall inform the license office personnel completing the transaction of his or her intent to have the notation displayed on the license, non-drivers license or permit. In addition, the applicant shall provide one of the following documents which indicates that the person is deaf or hard of hearing: (A) Medical statement from a licensed medical professional;(B) Statement from an approved or authorized agency as indicated in section (3) of this rule; or(C) Certified affidavit form, incorporated by reference, shall be used when an applicant certifies that he or she is deaf or hearing impaired.(3) Agencies or programs authorized to provide documentation that a license, non-drivers license or permit applicant is deaf or hearing impaired shall include but not be limited to the following: (A) The Missouri Commission for the Deaf;(B) Social Security Administration;(C) A vocational rehabilitation program;(D) A federal, state or county department of health; or(E) An independent living center.(4) The director of revenue shall have authorization to review and determine acceptability of any documentation from an agency or program not listed in section (3) of this rule. AUTHORITY: section 302.174, RSMo Supp. 2001.* Original rule filed Nov. 15, 2001, effective May 30, 2002. *Original authority: 302.174, RSMo 2001.