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How long do I have to give up my driving licence for if I have only minor seizures and do not lose consciousness?

April 26, 2017Consciousness driving licence lose minor seizures

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How long do I have to give up my driving licence for if I have only minor seizures and do not lose consciousness?

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In the UK, the DVLA regulations apply to all types of epileptic seizure. A driving licence will be re-issued by the DVLA when the person has been completely free of seizures for one year. This includes including auras / warnings, myoclonic jerks and other seizures where consciousness is not affected. The restrictions apply after a single seizure and do not depend on a diagnosis of epilepsy. The regualations are slightly different for people who only have seizures during their sleep (nocturnal seizures).