Maryland Transportation Section 16-110.2

      (a)      In this section, "bioptic telescopic lens" means a spectacle mounted telescopic/telescopics telescope placed at the top of a corrective vision lens and designed to increase visual acuity and aid in spotting distant objects at a glance.

      (b)      Notwithstanding any other requirements under this subtitle, an applicant using bioptic telescopic lenses shall be eligible for a noncommercial Class C driver's license under this subtitle if the applicant:

            (1)      (i)      Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/100 in one or both eyes and a field of 150 degrees horizontal vision with or without corrective lenses; or

                  (ii)      If the applicant has vision in one eye only, demonstrates a field of at least 100 degrees horizontal vision;

            (2)      Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/70 in one or both eyes with the bioptic telescopic lenses and without the use of field expanders;

            (3)      Submits a report of examination by a licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist for evaluation by the Medical Advisory Board under § 16-118 of this subtitle; and

            (4)      Meets all the other requirements for licensure under this title.

      (c)      An applicant using bioptic telescopic lenses shall be eligible for a learner's instructional permit under § 16-103 of this subtitle if the applicant meets the requirements of subsection (b) of this section.

      (d)      (1)      Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, a license issued in compliance with this section authorizes the licensee to operate a motor vehicle only during the period beginning one-half hour after sunrise and ending one-half hour before sunset.

            (2)      If the applicant is eligible for a license under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Administration shall issue to the applicant a restricted license endorsed "Daylight Driving Only".

      (e)      A licensee under this section may operate a motor vehicle without any restriction regarding hours of operation if the licensee:

            (1)      Demonstrates a visual acuity of at least 20/40 in one or both eyes with the bioptic telescopic lenses and without the use of field expanders;

            (2)      Has been licensed under this section for at least one year; and

            (3)      Passes a skills test taken at night.

      (f)      This section only applies to an applicant who:

            (1)      Is granted a license under this section on or before September 30, 1997; and

            (2)      Continues to qualify for a license under this section.