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What alcohol level is allowed in the blood of a learner or newly licensed driver?

  1. Up to 20 mg in 100 ml of blood
  2. None. The level must be zero
  3. Up to 50 mg in 100 ml of blood
  4. Up to 80 mg in 100 ml of blood
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Correct answer: None. The level must be zero

A learner or newly licensed driver must not drive with more than 0 mg of alcohol in 100 ml of blood. The driver also must not drive with a drug in the body that the law does not allow for medical use.

Source: Driver's Licence Regulations (N.S. Reg. 226/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 7, Alcohol and drug conditions for licensed learners, newly licenced and other novice drivers, page 9

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026