Licences and penaltiesQuestion 232 of 296

A driver does not yield to a pedestrian who has the right of way. What can a peace officer do under the Traffic Safety Act?

  1. Take the vehicle for one year
  2. Cancel the driver's licence for good
  3. Suspend the driver's driving privilege for 7 days
  4. Suspend the driving privilege for 6 months
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Correct answer: Suspend the driver's driving privilege for 7 days

Failing to yield to a pedestrian is serious. The officer can order a 7-day suspension on the spot, on top of other penalties.

Source: Traffic Safety Act (S.N.S. 2025, c. 20), in force 19 October 2026, Section 79, Suspension for specified offences

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026