Kansas Bioptic Laws

Bioptics are permitted for driving and to pass the licensure test.

• Visual Acuity: 20/20 - 20/50 in the better eye, with or without corrective lenses. 20/50 - 20/100 drive test required. 20/100 - 20/400 must be approved by Driver Review. 20/400 or worse must be approved by MAB or Director.
• Visual Field: Less than 110 degress requires test drive.
• Monocular driver: less than 55 degrees requires test drive.
• For Bioptic Users: Carrier acuity must be 20/400 or better. Telescope acuity is not mentioned. Additional requirements include vision form required; annual report required; drive test based on acuity through carrier lenses. Doctor must certify that applicant is safe enough to attempt drive test.

Last Reviewed Feb. 2022