Question

A 36-year-old man had a first unprovoked generalised tonic-clonic seizure. He drives a private car. What is the DVLA guidance?

Accepted Answer

No driving for at least 6 months; may be longer depending on risk

Answer

No driving for 6 months only if EEG abnormal

Answer

No driving for 2 weeks if CT normal

Answer

No restrictions if seizure occurred in sleep

Answer

No driving for 1 month with GP review

Practice question

A 36-year-old man had a first unprovoked generalised tonic-clonic seizure. He drives a private car. What is the DVLA guidance?