Had a rogue doctor file a suspension on my CA license saying I have dementia... who can help?

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So, I found out that a doctor filed a suspension on my California driver’s license saying I have dementia… but I don’t have it. This all started on October 24, 2024. Anyone know what I can do to get my license reinstated? What’s the best way to deal with this?

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Yikes, that sounds really stressful. I’d definitely start by contacting the California DMV’s Driver Safety Office. They deal with situations like this and can help you contest the suspension.

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Cade said:
Yikes, that sounds really stressful. I’d definitely start by contacting the California DMV’s Driver Safety Office. They deal with situations like this and can help you contest the suspension.

Yeah, a hearing would be your next step. You can present evidence that you don’t have dementia and challenge the doctor’s report. Good luck with that!

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@Devin
For sure, and get a second opinion from a doctor if you can. That’ll really help your case.

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Wow, that’s rough. If the doctor didn’t do a full assessment, that could be an issue. Maybe report them to the Medical Board if you feel they didn’t do their job properly.

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Drew said:
Wow, that’s rough. If the doctor didn’t do a full assessment, that could be an issue. Maybe report them to the Medical Board if you feel they didn’t do their job properly.

Yeah, if they just made assumptions, that’s a big deal. You should absolutely look into filing a complaint with the Medical Board. It might help your case even more.

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I’d suggest getting a report from another doctor to back up your side. A cognitive health expert could make a huge difference here.

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Stormy said:
I’d suggest getting a report from another doctor to back up your side. A cognitive health expert could make a huge difference here.

Thanks! I’ll try to get a second opinion, definitely. Hopefully that helps clear things up.

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Just be sure to schedule your hearing with the DMV ASAP, as there are usually time limits for requesting a review. Don’t wait too long!

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I’ve heard DMV cases like this can drag on, but having a second opinion could really speed things up. Definitely get a specialist if you can!

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Laurel said:
I’ve heard DMV cases like this can drag on, but having a second opinion could really speed things up. Definitely get a specialist if you can!

I’ll make sure to get all my ducks in a row. Thanks for the tips!