§ 16-110.2
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§16–110.2.
(a)In this section, “bioptic telescopic lens” means a spectacle mounted telescopic/telescopics telescope placed at the top of a corrective vision lens and designed to increase visual acuity and aid in spotting distant objects at a glance.
(b)Notwithstanding any other requirements under this subtitle, an applicant using bioptic telescopic lenses shall be eligible for a noncommercial Class C driver’s license under this subtitle if the applicant:
(i)Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/100 in one or both eyes and a field of 150 degrees horizontal vision with or without corrective lenses; or
(ii)If the applicant has vision in one eye only, demonstrates a field of at least 100 degrees horizontal vision;
(2)Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/70 in one or both eyes with the bioptic telescopic lenses and without the use of field expanders;
(3)Submits a report of examination by a licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist for evaluation by the Medical Advisory Board under § 16–118 of this subtitle; and
(4)Meets all the other requirements for licensure under this title.
(c)An applicant using bioptic telescopic lenses shall be eligible for a learner’s instructional permit under § 16–103 of this subtitle if the applicant meets the requirements of subsection
(b)of this section.
(1)Except as provided in subsection
(e)of this section, a license issued in compliance with this section authorizes the licensee to operate a motor vehicle only during the period beginning one–half hour after sunrise and ending one–half hour before sunset.
(2)If the applicant is eligible for a license under paragraph
(1)of this subsection, the Administration shall issue to the applicant a restricted license endorsed “daylight driving only”.
(e)A licensee under this section may operate a motor vehicle without any restriction regarding hours of operation if the licensee:
(1)Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/40 in one or both eyes with the bioptic telescopic lenses and without the use of field expanders;
(2)Has been licensed under this section for at least one year; and
(3)Passes a skills test taken at night.
(f)This section only applies to an applicant who:
(1)Is granted a license under this section on or before September 30, 1997; and
(2)Continues to qualify for a license under this section.