Sec.14-37a-5. Factors in considering application

In determining whether to grant a special operator's permit, in addition to considering the eligibility of the applicant in accordance with the provisions of section 14-37a-2 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies and the applicant's driving history, the commissioner shall consider the information provided in the application, including the applicant's residence and the distance from his or her place of employment or location of classes or other required educational activities, the availability of other modes of transportation to and from the place of employment or location of classes or other required educational activities, the applicant's efforts to obtain alternate transportation, and the extent of the hardship to the applicant and his or her dependents if a special operator's permit is not issued. It shall be considered to be a significant hardship if the applicant submits proof that he has been unable, after reasonable effort, to obtain other reliable, regular transportation to and from his or her place of employment or location of classes or other required educational activities, and such transportation is necessary for the applicant to perform his or her work or profession or continue a program of higher learning.

(Adopted effective May 5, 2000; Amended November 3, 2010)