(a) The bureau, before issuing an initial or a renewal driver's license, permit, or endorsement, may require an applicant to submit to an examination, an investigation, or both an examination and investigation, under section 7 of this chapter. The bureau may cause the examination or investigation to be made whenever it appears from:(1) the face of the application;(2) the apparent physical or mental condition of the applicant;(3) the records of the bureau; or(4) any information that has come to the attention of the bureau;that the applicant does not apparently possess the physical, mental, or other qualifications to operate a motor vehicle in a manner that does not jeopardize the safety of individuals or property.(b) Upon the conclusion of all examinations or investigations under this section, the bureau shall take appropriate action and may:(1) refuse to issue or reissue the driver's license, permit, endorsement, or driving privileges;(2) suspend or revoke the driver's license, permit, endorsement, or driving privileges;(3) issue restricted driving privileges subject to restrictions the bureau considers necessary in the interest of public safety; or(4) permit the applicant permit, endorsement, or driving privileges;(3) issue restricted driving privileges subject to restrictions the bureau considers necessary in the interest of public safety; or(4) permit the applicant to retain or obtain the driver's license, permit, endorsement, or driving privileges.[Pre-1991 Recodification Citation: 9-1-4-34.1(e).]As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.85-2013, SEC.40; P.L.198-2016, SEC.475; P.L.111-2021, SEC.60.
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