Licences and penaltiesQuestion 292 of 312

A Stage 1 driver is convicted of an offence that carries demerit points. What happens to the Instruction Permit?

  1. Nothing happens to it
  2. It is suspended for one year
  3. It is cancelled for good
  4. It is suspended for at least 30 days
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Correct answer: It is suspended for at least 30 days

In Stage 1, any offence with demerit points suspends the permit for a minimum of 30 days.

Source: Graduated Driver's Licensing Program (PEI, December 2022), Stage 1: demerit points, page 7

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026