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Alcohol, drugs and distractionsQuestion 29 of 318

Which person can be charged in the same way as an impaired driver?

  1. A drinker who walks home
  2. A drinker who sits at the wheel of a stopped car
  3. A drinker who takes a taxi
  4. A drinker who rides a bus
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Correct answer: A drinker who sits at the wheel of a stopped car

The law also covers care or control of a vehicle. Sitting in the driver’s seat is enough, even if the vehicle is stopped.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 1, The Driver > Driving while impaired, page 55

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026