The Michigan Department of State’s mission is to continually improve customer service using innovation and new technology. The Department serves the citizens of Michigan with programs designed to enhance driver safety; protect automotive consumers; and ensure the integrity of the motor vehicle administration system and the statewide elections process.
Department’s Role
Accomplishments
Tiered Assessment Process
Current Initiatives
AgendaAgenda
Organization ChartOrganization Chart
Secretary of State, Terri Lynn Land
Brian DeBano, CEO
Customer Services Administration
Bureau of Driver and Vehicle Records
Bureau of Branch Office Services
Legal and Regulatory Services Administration
Bureau of Regulatory Services
Driver Programs Division
Driver Assessment and Appeals Division
Department Services Administration
Driver Safety AccomplishmentsDriver Safety Accomplishments
“Driving for Life”Mobile Branch OfficeCollaboration with Rehabilitation Agencies Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission “The Pump Guide”
Department’s GoalDepartment’s Goal
The Department of State’s goal is to help
maintain a person’s driving privilege for as
long as possible while keeping safe and
qualified drivers using Michigan roadways.
Licensed Michigan Drivers: <16-24 1,129,937 25-34 1,216,505 35-44 1,395,254 45-54 1,428,888 55-64 1,017,356 65-74 581,564 75-84 377,215 85-94 86,662 95+ 2,241
Total 7,235,622October 2005 DR9235
Report
Michigan DriversMichigan Drivers
81% of Michigan drivers are violation free
88% of Michigan drivers are crash free
Tier 1: License RenewalTier 1: License Renewal
Renewal by Mail
not eligible if– Change in health or physical condition
affecting ability to drive– More than four years since last renewal
Branch Office– Screening– Vision test
Tier 2: Traffic Safety Intervention Tier 2: Traffic Safety Intervention CorrespondenceCorrespondence
54,365
24,315
18,820
12,028
13,681
87,671
Probationary 1st Contact
Probationary 2nd Contact
Post Probationary
Adult 4-7 Points
Adult 8-11 Points
No License
Series1
FY2005
Acquire tickets as a probationary driver
The Secretary of State has reason to believe that a driver cannot drive safely due to a mental or physical condition
Involvement in a fatal crash
Involved in 3 or more “at-fault” crashes within a two-year period
Accumulate 12 points within a two-year period
Violation of restrictions
Tier 3: Referrals for Driver ReexaminationTier 3: Referrals for Driver Reexamination
5,600 Unsatisfactory Driver Records
6,200 Violations of License Restrictions
10,400 Medical Reexaminations
300 Negligent Crash Reexaminations
Adult Driver Referrals for Re-examAdult Driver Referrals for Re-exam
FY2005
National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationTraffic Safety Facts 2000
01
23
45
67
89
10
16 17 18 19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80-84 85+
Driver Age (Years)
Fatality Rate per 100 Million Vehicle Miles Traveled
Females All Drivers Males
Crash DriversCrash Drivers
Awareness of physical limitations
Communication with physician
Driving in familiar locations
Driving during the day to avoid rush hours
Mature Driver Self-RegulationMature Driver Self-Regulation
OC-88 Request for Driver EvaluationOC-88 Request for Driver Evaluation
Available at:
Secretary of State branch offices
www.Michigan.gov/sos
Vision Deficiencies Seizure Disorders (loss/impaired level of
consciousness) Observed Unsafe or Erratic Driving Behavior Uncontrollable Shaking/Trembling Anxiety Neurological Diseases (Parkinson’s disease, MS) Dementia (memory loss/confusion) Medical Condition Related to Alcohol or Drug Condition Physical Limitation (stroke, weakness) Mental Condition (schizophrenia, paranoia)
Reasons for ReferralReasons for Referral
Breakdown of OC-88 ReferralsBreakdown of OC-88 Referrals
2915
907
721
29
156
16
130
Law Enforcement
Medical Personnel
Family Members
Courts
Other
Self
Branch
FY2004
Notification by Letter• Date, Time, and Location• Medical and/or Vision Forms
Evaluation• Driver Record - Interview• Medical and/or Vision Statements • Completion of Tests:
VisionRoad sign/Knowledge (Cognitive)Road performance (Functional Ability)
Licensing Controls• None• Restricted (specific times/places, adaptive equipment,
corrective lens)• Suspension or Revocation
Reexamination ProcessReexamination Process
5 out of 10 referred drivers have an acceptable medical condition monitored by future follow-up
2 out of 10 receive limited driving (daylight driving, designated radius) with future follow-up
3 out of 10 drivers are indefinitely suspended pending improved medical condition or driving capability
Mature Driver InterventionMature Driver Intervention
FY2005
Rehabilitation PartnersRehabilitation Partners
Partnered with Agencies Across Michigan
Two Step ProcessRestricted License for TrainingReexamination upon completion of training
Classroom Driver Refresher Course
Measure Driver Knowledge
When to Stop Driving Information
For More Information:• Secretary of State Branch Offices• www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety
AARP Driver Safety ProgramAARP Driver Safety Program
Michigan Department of State BrochureMichigan Department of State Brochure
Alternative
Transportation for
Older Drivers:
Public Transportation
Local Area Agency on Aging
Friends and Family Members