If High Risk Drivers Refuse to Stop

Some high-risk older drivers will not respond to constructive conversation. Although these may seem like extreme measures, you may have to:

• Disable the car.
• File down the keys.
• Take away the car.
• Cancel the vehicle registration.
• Prevent the older driver from renewing his or her driver's license.

Some older drivers, however, find ways to work around these actions, such as calling a mechanic and having a disabled car repaired. And, remember: drivers may continue to drive without a driver's license, car registration or insurance coverage.

If you have not yet done so, speak with the high-risk older driver's doctor or schedule a formal driving assessment.

To learn about state motor vehicle driver testing, call your state licensing agency or consult the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.