What are the standards for finger defects on the right hand for a driver's license?
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According to the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123 "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the provisions for disabled individuals applying for a driver's license are as follows: 1. First provision: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have three other fingers intact, with normal limb and finger movement functions. 2. Second provision: However, individuals with missing finger tips or a missing right thumb can apply for a motor vehicle driver's license for small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, and three-wheeled vehicles. The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" further detail the following: 1. Upper limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have three other fingers intact, with normal limb and finger movement functions. However, individuals with missing finger tips or a missing right thumb can apply for a motor vehicle driver's license for small cars, small automatic transmission cars, low-speed trucks, and three-wheeled vehicles. 2. Lower limbs: Both lower limbs must be intact with normal movement functions, and the length difference must not exceed 5 cm. However, individuals with a missing left lower limb or impaired movement function can apply for a motor vehicle driver's license for small automatic transmission cars. Those with a missing right lower limb or both lower limbs, or impaired movement function but able to sit independently, can apply for a motor vehicle driver's license for small automatic transmission passenger vehicles specially designed for the disabled. 3. Trunk and neck: There must be no movement dysfunction.
Currently, the requirements for fingers in obtaining a driver's license are mainly functional. According to the latest regulations, both thumbs must be intact, and at least three of the other four fingers must be intact. Specifically for the right hand, lacking a thumb is definitely not allowed. If you're missing an index or middle finger, you might still qualify, but missing a little finger or ring finger doesn't affect eligibility. The key is being able to grip the steering wheel normally. During the medical exam, the doctor will test your flexibility by having you perform a steering wheel gripping motion. Of course, if you have a qualified prosthetic, you can apply for a special medical exam, but the specifics depend on the local DMV's evaluation criteria. It's best to consult directly at the designated medical examination hospital for the most accurate information, as they have standard illustrations available at their counters.
My friend had a work-related injury before taking the driver's license test, resulting in the loss of half of his right index finger. The vehicle management office clearly stated at the time: as long as the right hand retains the thumb and any two other fingers, and can perform actions like turning the steering wheel and shifting gears, the medical examination can be passed. Special attention is given to the requirement that both thumbs must be intact, while other fingers may be partially missing but a total of at least six fingers must remain. However, the specific situation depends on the extent of the deficiency; if the metacarpophalangeal joint is missing, it might affect operational stability. It's best to directly visit the vehicle management office window with your ID card for consultation, as their system contains detailed illustrations of finger deficiency classifications.
