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When do the driver’s license privileges of graduated driver’s license (GDL) holders get suspended?

If you have accumulated eight or more demerit points within a two-year period.

If you have accumulated nine or more demerit points within a two-year period.

If you have accumulated eight or more demerit points within a three-year period.

If you have accumulated nine or more demerit points within a three-year period.

How many demerit points do GDL drivers receive for driving during curfew hours?

5 demerit points

4 demerit points

3 demerit points

2 demerit points

What comprises a two-stage, fixed-term suspension?

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances.

Further 12-month driver’s licence suspension.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

How many demerit points are retained on a graduated driver license (GDL) driver’s record after their license privileges have been reinstated?

2 demerit points

3 demerit points

4 demerit points

6 demerit points

Is it advisable to operate a vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs?

Yes, you should.

It depends on how much you have consumed.

No, it is not safe to drive.

It does not affect your driving abilities.

Where should you submit a request if you believe that demerit points were assigned to you due to an error?

You can submit a request in writing to Driver Fitness and Monetary to have your record reviewed.

You can submit a request in writing to Driver Fitness and Monitoring to have your record reviewed.

You can go to the Driver Fitness and Monitoring department and verbally request them to check it.

You can’t do anything about it.

After reinstating their license privileges, how many demerit points remain on a graduated driver's license (GDL) driver's record?

2 demerit points

3 demerit points

4 demerit points

6 demerit points

What penalty is imposed for the third occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): FAIL program?

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances and a lifetime driver’s licence suspension.

45 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances and a lifetime driver’s licence suspension.

30 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances and a lifetime driver’s licence suspension.

None of the above.

Which offenses result in receiving 6 demerit points?

Failing to stop for a school bus, careless driving, and not stopping at the crime scene.

Careless driving, failing to stop for a school bus, racing, and speeding (exceeding limit by at least 52 km/h).

Careless driving, failing to stop for a school bus, racing, and speeding (exceeding limit by at least 51 km/h).

All of the above.

10.

What penalty is imposed for the third occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): WARN program?

30-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 7-days vehicle seizure, requirement to complete the IMPACT Program, and $1,000 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

40-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 7-days vehicle seizure, requirement to complete the IMPACT Program, and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

30-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 4-days vehicle seizure, requirement to complete the IMPACT Program, and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

30-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 7-days vehicle seizure, requirement to complete the IMPACT Program, and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

11.

What demerit point penalties are unique to GDL drivers?

Curfew - driving between midnight and 5 a.m. (Class 6 Learner stage only)

Curfew - driving between midnight and 9 a.m. (Class 7 Learner stage only)

Curfew - driving between midnight and 5 a.m. (Class 7 Learner stage only)

Curfew - driving between midnight and 6 a.m. (Class 7 Learner stage only)

12.

What actions should you take if you feel tired while driving a car?

You should try to speed up and reach your destination.

You should stop for a rest and walk around the vehicle.

You should stop and stay over at a hotel for a few hours.

None of the above.

13.

What types of offenses fall under impaired driving?

Impaired driving regardless of blood alcohol or drug content and blood alcohol level over the legal limit.

Drug or drug-alcohol combination or a toxicological (blood or urine) sample and refusing to provide a breath or blood sample.

Impaired driving causing bodily harm, impaired driving causing death, and driving while suspended or disqualified.

All of the above.

14.

What are the consequences if a driver fails or refuses to comply with the Criminal Code?

The Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): FAIL will apply.

Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) ZERO: Commercial will apply.

Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): WARN will apply.

All of these will apply.

15.

What penalty is imposed for the first occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): WARN program?

3-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 3-days vehicle seizure, and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

4-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 3-days vehicle seizure, and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

5-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 3-days vehicle seizure, and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

6-days immediate driver’s licence suspension, 3-days vehicle seizure, and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

16.

At what point are you officially convicted of an offense?

When you don’t pay the fine assessed on your ticket.

When you don’t appear in court and are still found not guilty.

Both A and B.

When you pay the fine assessed on your ticket voluntarily.

17.

What is the function of the interlock device system?

It will measure the alcohol concentration level in your urine.

It will measure the breath alcohol concentration level of the driver and will “lock” the vehicle ignition if a breath alcohol concentration reading is above the specified threshold level.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

18.

What is the duration of license suspension if death or injury occurs due to impaired driving?

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

19.

How many demerit points are assigned for a traffic lane violation?

2 demerit points

3 demerit points

4 demerit points

5 demerit points

20.

Under what circumstances does the Immediate Roadside Sanction IRS FAIL program apply?

When the driver had a blood drug concentration that is equal to or exceeds any blood drug concentration for the drug that is prescribed by regulation under the Criminal Code (America).

When the driver had a blood drug concentration that is equal to or exceeds any blood drug concentration for the drug that is prescribed by regulation under the Criminal Code (Canada).

When the driver had a blood drug concentration that is equal to or exceeds any blood drug concentration for the drug that is prescribed by regulation under the Criminal Code (South Africa)

All of the above.

21.

What course completion is required if you receive a second occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): WARN program?

The Crossroads Course or the Planning After course

The Crossover Course or the Planning Ahead course

The Crossroads Course or the Planning Ahead Course

All of the above.

22.

What are the consequences for a person with a third occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) ZERO: Commercial program?

All his driving rights are taken and never given back.

30-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

45-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

30-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $1,200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 40 percent.

23.

How many demerit points must you accumulate within a two-year period before your driver's license privileges are automatically suspended for a period of time?

15 or more demerit points

14 or more demerit points

13 or more demerit points

12 or more demerit points

24.

Under what circumstances can you face disqualification from driving and have your license suspended for a year?

When you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada.

When you are found guilty under the various subsections of Section 310 of the Criminal Code of Canada.

When you are found guilty under the various subsections of Section 320 of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Both A and C.

25.

What risks does fatigue pose to drivers?

It causes you to feel sleepy.

It can decrease the time it takes you to react.

It can increase the time it takes you to react.

It does nothing.

26.

What are the consequences for a fully-licensed or GDL driver who fails to remain at the scene of a collision?

Three demerit points

Five demerit points

Six demerit points

Seven demerit points

27.

What are the potential consequences for a driver caught driving under the influence of alcohol?

Time in jail and heavy fines

Loss of the driver’s license privileges

Serious injury or death

All of the above.

28.

For which offenses do you receive 3 demerit points?

Speeding (exceeding the limit by 16 to 30 km/h)

Stunting

Failing to stop for police

Both A and B

29.

How long do convictions and periods of suspended driving privileges remain on the driving record of fully-licensed drivers?

5 years

7 years

10 years

13 years

30.

What are some immediate penalties that impaired drivers will receive at the roadside?

Escalating driver’s licence suspension

Escalating fines, vehicle seizures, and mandatory education programs

IIP (Ignition Interlock Program)

All of the above.

31.

If you have accumulated a certain number of demerit points within a specific period, what action will be taken, such as receiving a letter notifying you of your demerit point standing?

After 6 - 14 demerit points within a period of 3 years

After 8 - 14 demerit points within a period of 3 years

After 6 - 14 demerit points within a period of 2 years

After 8 - 14 demerit points within a period of 2 years

32.

What are the consequences if you're driving a vehicle after suspension, and you're not the registered owner?

The vehicle you are driving will be seized and impounded for 30 days regardless of who is the registered owner.

The vehicle you are driving will be seized and impounded for 30 days only if you are the owner.

The vehicle you are driving will be seized and impounded for 40 days regardless of who is the registered owner.

None of the above.

33.

What penalty is imposed for the second occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): WARN program?

15-days immediate driver’s licence suspension

7-days vehicle seizure

Requirement to complete the Crossroads course and $600 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

All of the above.

34.

What are the penalties for suspension/disqualification under the Immediate Roadside Sanctions Zero Novice Program?

An immediate 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

A seven-day vehicle seizure.

$200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

All of the above.

35.

What is the duration of the second driver’s license privileges suspension?

Automatic three-month suspension

Automatic four-month suspension

Automatic five-month suspension

Automatic six-month suspension

36.

What are the consequences of operating a motor vehicle while your driver’s license is suspended?

You will get another suspension.

You will face time in jail.

You will face fines.

All of the above.

37.

For which offenses do you receive 4 demerit points?

Failing to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, following too closely, speeding (exceeding limit by 51km/h).

Failing to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, following too closely, speeding (exceeding limit by 30 to 50 km/h).

Failing to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, following too closely, speeding (exceeding limit by 31 to 50 km/h).

Failing to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk, following too closely, speeding (exceeding limit by 32 to 50 km/h).

38.

Under which group of drivers does the Immediate Roadside Sanctions enforce a zero-tolerance policy?

There is a zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice drivers in the class 6 learner’s licence or class 4 GDL licence category.

There is a zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice drivers in the class 8 learner’s licence or class 6 GDL licence category.

There is a zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice drivers in the class 7 learner’s licence or class 5 GDL licence category.

There is a zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice drivers in any category.

39.

How long do demerit points remain on a driver’s record after the reinstatement date?

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

40.

What penalty is imposed for the first instance of suspension under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) ZERO: Commercial program?

3-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

4-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $400 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 40 percent.

5-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $500 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 50 percent.

3-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 80 percent.

41.

Where can you surrender your driving license after suspension?

At any Alberta Registry Agent office

At any Canada Registry Agent office

At the Alberta Registry Agent office near your home.

You can give it up anywhere.

42.

What are the consequences if a driver opts not to participate in the Ignition Interlock Program?

The driver will remain suspended and cannot legally drive.

The driver will remain suspended and can legally drive.

The driver will not be suspended and can legally drive.

None of the above.

43.

After the suspension period is completed, how many demerit points are added to the driving record of fully-licensed drivers?

5 demerit points

6 demerit points

7 demerit points

9 demerit points

44.

How do alcohol, drugs, medication, stress, etc., impact a person's ability to drive a vehicle safely?

It will impair the judgment and ability to responsibly and safely operate a vehicle.

It does not have any effect whatsoever.

It can make you feel bad about driving alone.

All of the above.

45.

What does the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) WARN program entail?

When a driver has a blood alcohol concentration that is equal to or exceeds 50 milligrams of alcohol in 100 mililitres of blood.

When a driver has a blood alcohol concentration that is equal to or exceeds 60 milligrams of alcohol in 100 mililitres of blood.

When a driver has a blood alcohol concentration that is equal to or exceeds 50 milligrams of alcohol in 200 mililitres of blood.

When a driver has a blood alcohol concentration that is equal to or exceeds 50 milligrams of alcohol in 300 mililitres of blood.

46.

What are the consequences if you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada of driving while impaired and have a prior offense within the last 10 years?

You will be disqualified from holding a driver’s licence for five years from the date of the conviction.

You will be disqualified from holding a driver’s licence for four years from the date of the conviction.

You will be disqualified from holding a driver’s licence for three years from the date of the conviction.

You will be disqualified from holding a driver’s licence for two years from the date of the conviction.

47.

What are the potential effects of certain prescription and non-prescription medications on an individual?

They can cause drowsiness or dizziness.

They can cause fatigue.

They can cause nervousness.

They do not cause any effect.

48.

How long do demerit points remain on the record of a graduated driver's license (GDL) holder after the assessed date?

5 years

4 years

3 years

2 years

49.

For which offenses are you assigned 3 demerit points?

Driving to the left of the yellow line and driving in the wrong direction on a one-way highway.

Failing to stop for a red light at an intersection or impeding a passing vehicle.

Improper passing or failing to stop at an intersection.

All of the above.

50.

What are the dangers associated with driver fatigue?

It causes you to feel sleepy.

It can decrease the time it takes you to react.

It can increase the time it takes you to react.

It does nothing.

51.

What options does the driver have during the 12-month suspension period under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): FAIL?

Alberta’s IRS: FAIL Ignition Interlock Program

Alberta’s IRS: WARN Ignition Interlock Program

Alberta’s PRS: FAIL Ignition Interlock Program

None of the above

52.

How do alcohol, drugs, medication, and stress affect a person's ability to drive safely?

It will impair the judgment and ability to responsibly and safely operate a vehicle.

It does not have any effect whatsoever.

It can make you feel bad about driving alone.

All of the above.

53.

What occurs as part of the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) 24-hour program?

Immediate hearing will be held.

A 24-hour licence disqualification will be issued.

A 48-hour licence disqualification will be issued.

Nothing will happen.

54.

How long is the initial suspension of driver's license privileges?

Automatic 2 - month suspension

Automatic 1 - month suspension

Automatic 1 - year suspension

Manual 2-month suspension

55.

What are the consequences of driving a motor vehicle when your driver's license is suspended?

You will get another suspension.

You will face time in jail.

You will face fines.

All of the above.

56.

What are the consequences of driving with suspended driving privileges?

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 40 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 35 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 30 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 45 days.

57.

How does a prior criminal conviction impact a driver?

It does not affect the penalties.

It will result in additional penalties.

It will double your penalties.

None of the above.

58.

GDL (Graduated Driver’s License) drivers receive a notification letter regarding their demerit point standing after accumulating a certain number of demerit points within two years.

4-6 demerit points

4-7 demerit points

4-8 demerit points

4-9 demerit points

59.

How many years after conviction are demerit points removed from your driver’s record?

Two years

Three years

Four years

Five years

60.

How many demerit points are incurred for failing to report a collision?

2 demerit points

3 demerit points

4 demerit points

5 demerit points

61.

Which vehicles are drivers permitted to operate while under a lifetime suspension period?

Operate any commercial vehicle.

Operate every vehicle.

None of the above.

Operate a vehicle equipped with an interlock device.

62.

What consequences arise from not completing the Planning Ahead course?

30-day vehicle seizure, $1,000 fine, plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

40-day vehicle seizure, $1,000 fine, plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

50-day vehicle seizure, $1,000 fine, plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

60-day vehicle seizure, $1,000 fine, plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

63.

What penalty is imposed for the second occurrence under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS): FAIL program?

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances, and further 26-month driver’s licence suspension.

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances, and further 30-month driver’s licence suspension.

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances, and further 36-month driver’s licence suspension.

90 days where the suspended driver is unable to drive under any circumstances, and further 40-month driver’s licence suspension.

64.

What steps should you take if your address changes?

You should call the police office.

You should notify an Alberta Registry Agent office anytime you change your mailing address.

Both A and B.

None of the above.

65.

What penalty is imposed for the first occurrence of a suspension under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) ZERO: Commercial program?

3-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

4-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $400 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 40 percent.

5-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $500 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 50 percent.

3-days immediate driver’s licence suspension and $300 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 80 percent.

66.

Under what circumstances does the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) FAIL program apply?

When a law enforcement officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the driver has operated a motor vehicle while their ability to do so was impaired to any degree by alcohol only.

When a law enforcement officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the driver has operated a motor vehicle while their ability to do so was impaired to any degree by drug only.

When a law enforcement officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the driver has operated a motor vehicle while their ability to do so was impaired to any degree by alcohol or a drug or by a combination of alcohol and a drug.

None of the above.

67.

Who is authorized to issue you a driver’s license after you have provided proof of meeting all requirements?

The Alberta Registry Agent

The Alberta Judicial Council

The Canada Judicial Council

The High Court

68.

Which offenses result in receiving 5 demerit points?

Failing to stop at a railway crossing

Failing to stop for a peace officer

Failing to stop for a funeral procession

Both A and B.

69.

What circumstances lead to a five-year disqualification from holding a driver’s license starting from the date of conviction?

If you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada of driving while impaired, and you have two or more prior offences in the last 15 years.

If you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada of driving while impaired, and you have five or more prior offences in the last 10 years.

If you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada of driving while impaired, and you have two or more prior offences in the last 12 years.

If you are found guilty under the Criminal Code of Canada of driving while impaired, and you have two or more prior offences in the last 10 years.

70.

How many demerit points are incurred for exceeding the speed limit by up to 15 km/h?

5 demerit points

4 demerit points

3 demerit points

2 demerit points

71.

How long do convictions and periods of suspended driver’s license privileges remain on the driving record of fully-licensed drivers?

5 years

7 years

10 years

13 years

72.

Which drivers are subject to the zero tolerance approach under the Immediate Roadside Sanction Zero: commercial program?

Zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drugs for novice drivers in the class 7 learner’s licence or class 5 GDL licence category.

Zero tolerance approach for any alcohol and/or drug for a commercial driver operating a commercial vehicle in a commercial capacity.

Zero tolerance approach for everyone.

All of the above.

73.

What are the implications if the driver already has a criminal conviction on their record?

It does not affect the penalties.

It will result in additional penalties.

It will double your penalties.

None of the above.

74.

When could you be mandated to attend a review with the Registrar of Motor Vehicles?

After the second driver’s licence privileges suspension

After the third driver’s licence privileges suspension

After the fourth driver’s licence privileges suspension

After your driving licence is revoked

75.

What penalties are enforced for suspension/disqualification under the Immediate Roadside Sanctions Zero Novice Program?

An immediate 30-day driver’s licence suspension.

A seven-day vehicle seizure.

$200 fine plus victim fine surcharge of 20 percent.

All of the above.

76.

Under the Immediate Roadside Sanctions Zero: Novice, for how many days is your license immediately suspended?

10 days

20 days

30 days

40 days

77.

What is the purpose of the Ignition Interlock Program?

To help individuals separate high-risk behaviours of driving while impaired.

It can be used as an educational tool to prevent recidivism.

It can be used to prevent high-risk drivers.

All of the above.

78.

At what blood alcohol concentration level will a person be charged under the Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) FAIL program?

If the blood concentration level exceeds 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

If the blood concentration level exceeds 80 milligrams of alcohol in 90 millilitres of blood.

If the blood concentration level exceeds 70 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

If the blood concentration level exceeds 60 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.

79.

What are the consequences of driving while your driving privileges are suspended?

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 40 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 35 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 30 days.

The vehicle will be seized and impounded for 45 days.

80.

Who is subject to the Roadside Sanction 24-hour program?

It applies to all drivers.

It applies to drivers whose ability to operate a motor vehicle has been impaired by a physical or medical condition, or by drugs or alcohol.

It applies to underage drivers only whose ability to operate a motor vehicle has been impaired by a physical or medical condition, or by drugs or alcohol.

It does not apply to anyone.

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