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Safe drivingQuestion 259 of 312

The hand-held device rule has an exception for contacting emergency services. Which call is allowed?

  1. A call to a friend about a delay
  2. A call to get directions
  3. A call to ambulance, police or fire services
  4. A call to a taxi company
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Correct answer: A call to ambulance, police or fire services

The law lets a driver use a device to reach emergency services.

Source: Highway Traffic Act (PEI, consolidated to May 29, 2026), s. 291.1(4) Hand-held devices holding or use prohibited while driving, page 169

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026