Licences and penaltiesQuestion 136 of 328

What can happen to the licence of a driver whose doctor reports a medical condition that may make driving unsafe?

  1. It is always cancelled for life
  2. It may be suspended until new evidence shows no safety risk
  3. Nothing happens; the report goes to the police
  4. It is suspended for exactly 30 days
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Correct answer: It may be suspended until new evidence shows no safety risk

Doctors report such conditions to the Ministry. The suspension may last until new medical evidence shows the condition is safe.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Other ways to lose your licence, Medical suspension

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026