Mato Grosso Detran Reinstates Previous Fee for Psychological Exam for Driver's Licenses
The Department of State Traffic of Mato Grosso (Detran-MT) has reinstated the previous fee of R$ 171.98 for the psychological examination required to obtain a driver's license (CNH). This change, effective as of Thursday, May 9th, applies to all accredited clinics and psychologists across the state. The fee adjustment also extends to the Psychological Board, with each participating professional to be compensated accordingly. Detran stated that this decision complies with a court order in a collective writ of mandamus, which mandated the re-establishment of the prior charge and nullified the effects of Ordinance No. 927/2025 issued by the National Traffic Secretariat (Senatran). The updated fee structure was officially published in the State Official Gazette on May 9th through Detran's Portaria nº 344/2026/DETRAN. The psychological exam is a mandatory step for all aspiring CNH holders. Currently, Mato Grosso has 245 accredited psychological clinics and 272 active psychologists authorized by Detran to conduct these evaluations.
The reinstatement of the prior fee for psychological driving exams in Mato Grosso, driven by a judicial order, highlights the complex interplay between regulatory bodies, judicial oversight, and service providers. This action corrects a recent alteration likely intended to adjust costs or revenue streams, but which was challenged and overturned. The situation underscores the importance of clear legal frameworks and consistent application of regulations in administrative processes. Looking ahead, the stability of such fees will depend on ongoing legal interpretations and potential future legislative or administrative adjustments aimed at balancing accessibility, quality of service, and financial sustainability for accredited professionals and institutions within the traffic system.
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