Driving is a privilege, and with that privilege comes responsibility. It is important for all drivers to be aware of the consequences of their actions when driving. One of the consequences of bad driving is the accumulation of demerit points, which can lead to a suspension of your licence. It is important to be aware of the consequences of accumulating four or more demerit points within a one year period while on a learner licence.
Consequences of Accumulating Demerit Points
When a learner driver accumulates four or more demerit points within a one year period, they will be issued with a Notice of Suspension. This notice is sent to the driver’s address and includes information on the suspension period, the demerit points accumulated and the offence committed. The driver also has the right to appeal the suspension.
Demerit points are issued for a variety of offences, such as speeding, not wearing a seatbelt, using a mobile phone while driving, or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The number of points given for each offence varies, but usually ranges from three to eight points.
What Happens When You Reach the Limit?
When a learner driver reaches the limit of four or more demerit points within a one year period, they will be issued with a Notice of Suspension. This notice will inform the driver that their licence will be suspended for a period of three months. During this time, the driver is not allowed to drive at all.
If the driver is found to be driving during this time, they may face further penalties, such as fines or even imprisonment. It is important to remember that the suspension period will only be lifted once the three month period has passed and the driver has paid any fines that may be incurred.
It is important for all drivers to be aware of the consequences of their actions when driving. Accumulating four or more demerit points within a one year period while on a learner licence can lead to a suspension of your licence for a period of three months. It is important to remember that the suspension period will only be lifted once the three month period has passed and the driver has paid any fines that may be incurred.
