Question

A 41-year-old man has had a single generalised tonic–clonic seizure. MRI brain and EEG are normal and no provoking factor is identified. He has been fully counselled. According to DVLA guidance for Group 1 (car and motorcycle) licences, what driving advice should he be given?

Accepted Answer

He must not drive and must inform DVLA; he may usually resume driving after 6 months if no further seizures occur

Answer

He may continue driving as long as he feels well

Answer

He must stop driving permanently and his licence will be revoked

Answer

He must not drive for 10 years, even if seizure-free

Answer

He does not need to inform DVLA if investigations are normal

Practice question

A 41-year-old man has had a single generalised tonic–clonic seizure. MRI brain and EEG are normal and no provoking factor is identified. He has been fully counselled. According to DVLA guidance for Group 1 (car and motorcycle) licences, what driving advice should he be given?