Licences and penaltiesQuestion 221 of 296

A Class 5N driver has 4 demerit points. What may the Registrar require?

  1. Nothing, because 4 points is allowed
  2. Return of the licence for 1 year
  3. A fine only
  4. A meeting with the Registrar or a driver training program
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Correct answer: A meeting with the Registrar or a driver training program

At 4 points, a Class 5N driver reaches the limit for a meeting or driver training. A fully licensed driver reaches this limit at 6 points.

Source: Driver's Licence Regulations (N.S. Reg. 226/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 20, Demerit point thresholds for Registrar meeting or driver improvement program, page 14

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026