Chapter 4 of 516% of exam
Alcohol, Drugs & Penalties
Strict limits and penalties apply, especially for learner and provisional drivers.
Blood alcohol limits
Learner and provisional (P1 and P2) licence holders must have a blood alcohol concentration of zero. Full (unrestricted) licence holders must stay under 0.05.
Mobile phones
Learner and P-plate drivers must not use a mobile phone at all while driving, even hands-free. Full licence holders may only use a phone hands-free or in a cradle.
Demerit points and double demerits
Traffic offences add demerit points, and losing too many leads to suspension. On some holiday periods NSW applies double demerit points for speeding, seatbelt, phone and helmet offences.