Code of Colorado Regulations
200 - Department of Revenue
204 - Division of Motor Vehicles
1 CCR 204-30 - DRIVER LICENSE-DRIVER CONTROL
4 - RULES FOR A DISABILITY SYMBOL TO BE PLACED ON A DRIVER LICENSE, IDENTIFICATION CARD OR IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS

Universal Citation: 1 CO Code Regs 204-30 ยง 4

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 5, March 10, 2024

Purpose

The purpose of this rule is to set forth regulations for placement of a disability identifier symbol on a driver license, identification card or identification document; issuance of a driver license, identification card or identification document with the disability identifier symbol; and requesting removal of the symbol.

Statutory Authority

The statutory bases for this regulation are sections 12-240-107; 12-240-113; 12-245-101 et seq.; and 12-255-111; 24-4-103; 24-72.1-102(5); 42-1-204; 42-2-107; 42-2-113; 42-2-114; 42-2-302; 42-2-303 C.R.S. This regulation applies to documents issued under Title 42, Article 2, Parts 1, 3, and 5.

Incorporation By Reference Of Federal Law

The Department incorporates by reference as part of Rule 4 of the Department of Revenue Regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. 101-336, 108th Congress, 2nd session (July 26, 1990), 104 Stat. 327, as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Pub. L. 110-325, (September 25, 2008), 122 Stat. 3553. Such Act is published by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in full in the United States Code Annotated, Title 42, sections 12101 et seq. Rule 4 does not include any later amendments or editions of such Act.

A copy of such Act is available for a reasonable charge from the Colorado Department of Revenue, 1881 Pierce Street, Room 128, Lakewood, Colorado 80214. A copy of such Act is maintained by the Colorado Department of Revenue and is on file and available for inspection during normal business hours by contacting the Driver License Section of the Colorado Department of Revenue in person at 1881 Pierce Street, Room 128, Lakewood, Colorado 80214 or by contacting the Driver License Section of the Colorado Department of Revenue by telephone at 303-205-5600. The incorporated material may also be examined at any state publications depository library. A copy, including a certified copy, of such Act is also available from the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 131 M Street, NE, Washington DC 20507. Telephone: 202-921-3191; 1-800-669 -6820 (TTY); or 1-844-234 -5122 (ASL video phone).

1.0 Definitions

1.1 Applicant- Any natural person applying to the Department for a Colorado driver license, identification card or a Colorado Road and Community Safety Act identification document.

1.2 Department- The Colorado Department of Revenue.

1.3 Driver License- A driver license, minor driver license, or instruction permit.

1.4 Identification Card- Has the same meaning as defined in C.R.S. 42-2-303(1)(a).

1.5 Identification Documents- Has the same meaning as defined in C.R.S. 42-2-503(1).

1.6 Professional- A physician licensed to practice medicine under article 240 of title 12 or practicing medicine under section 12-240-107(3)(i), a physician assistant licensed under section 12-240-113, a mental health professional licensed or certified under Article 245 of title 12, an advanced practice nurse registered under Section 12-255-111, a person with a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, or a physician, physician assistant, mental health professional, or advanced practice registered nurse authorized to practice professionally by another state that shares a common border with Colorado.

2.0 Disability Identifier Symbol

2.1 The Department will consult with relevant stakeholders and develop a discrete disability symbol that represents all types of disabilities, including cognitive disabilities, neurological diversities, mental health disorders, sensory needs, chronic illness, chronic pain, and physical disabilities.

3.0 Application for a Disability Identifier Symbol

3.1 In accordance with C.R.S. 42-2-114(12) and 42-2-303(6), before issuing a Driver License or Identification Card bearing a disability identifier symbol, the Department must:

3.1.1 Receive a "Colorado Driver License/Identification Card Application for Disability Identifier Symbol" (DR2093) completed by the applicant and signed by a professional, under penalty of perjury, affirming and verifying that:
3.1.1.1 The applicant has a disability as defined in the federal "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008", 42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq., and

3.1.1.2 The disability interferes with the applicant's ability to effectively communicate with a peace officer.

4.0 Removal of the Disability Identifier Symbol

4.1 An applicant may choose to remove the disability identifier symbol on their Driver License, Identification Card, or Identification Document. The Department shall issue the applicant a new Driver License, Identification Card, or Identification Document without the disability identifier symbol at the request of the applicant, and shall not charge a fee for the issuance of the new Driver License, Identification Card, or Identification Document.

5.0 Effective Date

5.1 The effective date of this rule is July 1, 2022.

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