Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, informs the public that effective May 4, driver’s testing services will expand to include:
· written testing for all classes of licenses; and
· commercial driver’s-license skills testing (pre-trip, basic, and road).
A news release says non-CDL road testing is not included in this phase of service reinstatement.
Those requiring the skills test for a CDL should note special priority is being given to applicants who have already passed a portion of the CDL skills test; applicants who had a CDL appointment scheduled prior to the suspension of testing last month; school-bus operators over the age of 70 requiring annual testing; and applicants with other essential needs.
When CDL applicants schedule an appointment, an examiner will review a COVID-19 acknowledgment form, and advise the applicant to wear a face covering during testing and arrive in a sanitized vehicle.
Applicants should wear face coverings while in driver’s-examination facilities and adhere to social-distancing guidelines. Face coverings will be removed briefly when the applicant’s photo is taken during the licensing process.
The Patrol’s website will be updated with a list of designated locations, days of service, hours of operation and phone numbers prior to May 4.